{"id":85599,"date":"2025-09-05T11:11:52","date_gmt":"2025-09-05T01:11:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/?p=85599"},"modified":"2025-09-05T11:11:59","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T01:11:59","slug":"designer-diy-oversized-pinboard","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/designer-diy-oversized-pinboard\/","title":{"rendered":"DIY oversized pinboard for under $30 (designer look on a budget)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As a visual person I&#8217;ve always loved using pin boards and <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/how-to-create-a-mood-board\/\">mood boards<\/a> to display inspiration and curate my ideas. When they&#8217;re oversized, they can also double as a <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/50-top-items-in-home-decor\/\">home decor piece<\/a> in your home office, study or creative space. But buying cork board or acoustic board to use as a pinboard can cost a small fortune! When I was unpacking my new office furniture and saw the protective cardboard in the box, it sparked an idea \u2014 <em>what if I turned it into a pinboard?!<\/em> To my surprise, this project turned out better than I expected and is exactly what my new creative space needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This DIY is budget-friendly, renter-friendly, and totally customisable. Think different coloured fabrics, shapes or sizes. Best of all, it\u2019s surprisingly easy to make using items you probably already have at home (and a few clever freebies).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related article: <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/best-minimalist-decor-diys\/\">11 best DIY minimalist decor: Make trending home decor<\/a><br>Related article: <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/diy-grid-tile-tissue-box\/\">DIY grid tile tissue box cover: Making flu season chic!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DOLTWK8kiK5\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DOLTWK8kiK5\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; 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border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DOLTWK8kiK5\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\">A post shared by Gina Beschorner | Style Curator (@stylecuratorau)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-pinboards-are-so-fab\">Why pinboards are so fab<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pinboards aren\u2019t just pretty \u2014 they\u2019re practical! Whether you\u2019re a designer, a student, planning a renovation, or just someone who loves to stay organised, a pinboard is a useful tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pinboards-are-ideal-for\">Pinboards are ideal for:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>displaying inspiration:\u00a0perfect for mood boards, vision boards, or creative project ideas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>keeping you organised:\u00a0pin up notes, reminders, or schedules in plain sight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>adding personality:\u00a0cover it in your favourite fabric and turn it into a beautiful feature in your room, you can also mix in photos and quotes to personalise it further<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>renter-friendly solution:\u00a0this freestanding pinboard means no wall damage!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-materials-you-ll-need\">Materials you&#8217;ll need:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Large piece of cardboard\u00a0(or several pieces glued together)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Timber offcuts for support\u00a0(check the trade section of your hardware store for FREE offcuts)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fabric of your choice\u00a0(I used a beautiful linen-look fabric)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Liquid Nails glue and caulking gun\u00a0(for securing timber and fabric)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scissors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Measuring tape<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pins or tacks\u00a0(for once it\u2019s finished!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Cost:<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0The only thing I spent money on was the fabric \u2014 I had enough glue left over from my <a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/pool-noodle-bedhead-hack\/\">DIY pool noodle bedhead<\/a> and everything else was free! Total = under $30.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Large-cardboard-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Large cardboard\" class=\"wp-image-85611\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Large-cardboard-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Large-cardboard-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Large-cardboard-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Large-cardboard-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Large-cardboard-280x420.jpg 280w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Large-cardboard-696x1044.jpg 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Large-cardboard-1068x1602.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Large-cardboard-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Large-cardboard.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">I used this large piece of packing cardboard as the base. If you don&#8217;t have a single piece of large card, glue several pieces together<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-steps-by-step-guide-to-make-your-diy-pinboard\">Steps-by-step guide to make your DIY pinboard:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-prepare-the-cardboard\">Step 1: Prepare the cardboard<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Start with the largest piece of cardboard you can find. If you don\u2019t have a single large sheet, simply glue or tape multiple pieces together until you reach your desired size and thickness (2-4cm of cardboard thickness is ideal).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-add-timber-support\">Step 2: Add timber support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Flip your cardboard over and attach timber offcuts to the back. These will give the board strength so it can stand upright without warping. I found all my timber for free in the off-cut bins in the Bunnings trade section (pro tip: always ask first!).<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Glue-timber-backing-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Glue timber backing\" class=\"wp-image-85612\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Glue-timber-backing-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Glue-timber-backing-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Glue-timber-backing-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Glue-timber-backing-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Glue-timber-backing-280x420.jpg 280w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Glue-timber-backing-696x1044.jpg 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Glue-timber-backing-1068x1602.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Glue-timber-backing-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Glue-timber-backing.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-cut-and-wrap-fabric\">Step 3: Cut and wrap fabric<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cut your fabric, leaving enough overhang on all sides to wrap around the edges. Pull it tight and secure it to the back of the cardboard using Liquid Nails (or another type of superglue). The tighter the fabric, the more polished your pinboard will look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-make-it-freestanding-optional\">Step 4: Make It freestanding (optional)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want your pinboard to stand on its own, make sure your timber backing is sturdy and wide enough. Then simply lean it against a wall for an easy, renter-friendly solution. If you own your home, you can also hang it for a permanent feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-5-style-and-use\">Step 5: Style and use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Flip your board over and start pinning! It\u2019s strong enough to hold even heavy samples like tiles or tapware swatches, making it perfect for design projects, mood boards, or organising your goals.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Finished pinboard\" class=\"wp-image-85607\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-280x420.jpg 280w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-696x1044.jpg 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-1068x1602.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-for-best-results\">Tips for best results:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Choose the right fabric:\u00a0a linen-look or textured fabric gives a designer feel. Avoid thin fabrics that might sag or tear when pinning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Double up on cardboard:\u00a0if your board feels flimsy, layer two or three sheets together for extra strength.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customise the size:\u00a0tailor this tutorial to fit your space \u2014 you can make it as big or small as you like!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Play with colour:\u00a0neutral fabrics look chic, but patterned or bold fabrics can make a real statement. I was so tempted to use a bold stripe pattern.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add a ledge or hooks:\u00a0for extra function, attach a small timber ledge or some hooks for hanging accessories.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This pin board project is affordable, sustainable (hello, recycled cardboard and salvaged timber!), and looks just as good \u2014 if not better \u2014 than pricey store-bought options. Plus, it\u2019s completely customisable to your space and style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>I hope this DIY has inspired you. Will you give it a try? Let me know in the comments below \u2014 and don\u2019t forget to pin this post for later!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-more-diys-for-your-home-office\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/category\/diys\/study-diys\/\">More DIYs for your home office<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-in-situ-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Finished pinboard in situ\" class=\"wp-image-85613\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-in-situ-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-in-situ-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-in-situ-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-in-situ-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-in-situ-280x420.jpg 280w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-in-situ-696x1044.jpg 696w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-in-situ-1068x1602.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-in-situ-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Finished-pinboard-in-situ.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Article\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/stylecurator.com.au\/designer-diy-oversized-pinboard\/\" \/>\n<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"DIY oversized pinboard for under $30 (designer look on a budget)\" \/>\n<meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"As a visual person I&#8217;ve always loved using pin boards and mood boards to display inspiration and curate my ideas. 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