Build Decorative Items From Crown Molding

Don't throw away any of your excess crown moulding you have left over. You can make any item you wish that will match the crown moulding installed in the room.

This useful but elegant item was made from    4-1/2" crown molding. It is 6 inches in diameter and has 10 sides. The sides have a wall angle of 80 degrees and the lid has a wall angle of 10 degrees. The handle was purchased from a local hardware store. The bottom is made from 1/8" (scrap) paneling. Transfer decals can be purchased from your local craft store.

This 6" x 3" jewelry/trinket box was made from the center section  of  4-1/2" crown molding.  The box has 4 sides with a 75-degree wall angle. The matching lid has a wall angle of        0 degrees. The feet are 3/8" wood screw hole buttons.

This 2" x 2" pen/pencil holder is also made from the center section of 4-1/2" crown molding.