This do-it-yourself shark wall hanging is the perfect addition to any boy’s bedroom. Plus, it’s surprisingly easier than you might think and you’ll save money in the process. So, check it out.

So, we originally hot the idea for this wall hanging when we were at Hobby Lobby. My son found a similar shark (see image below) that he really wanted for his bedroom. I took one look at it and thought, “I could make that.” Plus, I didn’t want to pay $50 for it either. And that’s how our DIY masterpiece came about. Here’s how you can make one too.

Gather your Shark Wall Hanging supplies

Most likely, you will have most of what you need at home already. Regardless, you don’t need to spend very much money. Just make a quick run to the hardware store and you’ll be set. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Two pieces of pallet wood or unfinished fence posts
• Jig saw
• Blue and gray paint
• Black permanent marker
• Scrap wood (for the teeth)
• Nails and nail gun
• Wood glue
• Measuring tape

Assemble your wood

First, cut three wood slats into 21-inch lengths. Line the slats up vertically next to each other, leaving a small small between each one. Then attach all three pieces together using a small piece of wood, using a nail gun. The three slats together should be about 16 inches wide. Cut one more piece of wood that is about 20 inches long. This piece will be for the wave at the bottom.

Draw and cut out the shark shape

Using a pencil, draw the outline of the shark directly onto the wood. This will be the template that you will use to cut out the shark. Don’t forget to draw the mouth. But don’t worry about drawing teeth. You’ll do that part later. Then, using a jigsaw, cut out the shape that you outlined.

Paint your wood pieces and nail together

Once everything is cut, paint each piece their correct color and let dry completely. Then, using a nail gun, nail all of the pieces together. Draw two eyes and nostrils using a permanent marker.

Cut and attach the teeth

Your shark wall hanging wouldn’t be complete without some sharp teeth. I just grabbed some scrap wood and cut them into triangles. None of my measurements were precise. They don’t need to since shark teeth are jagged anyway. I arranged them in the shark mouth to make sure they all fit and then I painted and attached them to the shark with a nail gun.

Now you’re done! I think our wall hanging turned out better than the one we found in the store. Plus my son likes it a ton more because he helped make it. It looks great in his bedroom now. This was such a fun activity and we saved a whole bunch of money in the process.

How did you shark turn out? I’d love to see your creation. Leave your comments below.

Related link: Upcycled front door wreath

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This beautiful Book of Mormon poster is the perfect fit for any Latter-day Saint home. It is an inspiring reminder of your beliefs to all who step through your front door. Print yours for free today.

I came up with the idea to do this poster after I designed some LDS poster prints of each of the proclamations. It’s a great way to remind everyone in your home of what you believe. Now, I’m passing it on to you. So, here’s how to print your own right now.

Download your poster of the Book of Mormon

So, I’ve created this poster in two sizes: 30″x40″ and 16″x20″. You can print these at your local printer and frame them yourself or print them on canvas. I printed mine on a canvas through Canvas Champ. It only cost me $40. I offer this printable for FREE to all visitors of my blog, but if you’d like to show your support, feel free to buy me a taco .

Click here for your Book of Mormon 30″x40″ Poster

Click here for you Book of Mormon 16″x20″ Poster

Important note

Keep in mind that this poster does in fact contain the complete text from the Book of Mormon. However, in order to fit it on the poster, the text is 2-point font. In other words, the text is super small and basically illegible. This poster should be considered more of a piece of artwork and isn’t intended to be read line for line.

Download your Spanish and French posters below

Full disclosure. These posters have Spanish and French titles at the top but please keep in mind that the main text is still in English. The main reason for that is it would take ages to copy and paste the Spanish and French text. Plus, as I mentioned above, you can’t even read the small print anyway when it’s printed. I offer this printable for FREE to all visitors of my blog, but if you’d like to show your support, feel free to buy me a taco .

Below are the posters in Spanish:

Click here for your Spanish Book of Mormon 30″x40″ Poster

Click here for your Spanish Book of Mormon 16×20 Poster

Below are the posters in French:

Click here for your French Book of Mormon 30×40 Poster

Click here for your French Book of Mormon 16×20 Poster

What is the Book of Mormon?

For those of you who are not members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the Book of Mormon is a book of scripture that takes place in the ancient Americas and is a compilation of spiritual and historical records written by prophets. It is not a replacement or substitute for the Holy Bible but a companion to it and testifies of Jesus Christ and his life and mission.

Latter-day Saints believe that the Book of Mormon is a sacred book. That’s why many members, such as myself, hang visual representations of this book of scripture as a reminder of our beliefs.

How did your poster turn out? Leave your comments below.

Related link: FREE LDS Sacrament reverence book

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