DIY Pin Art Board

Hammering Technique 101

Watch our DIY Pin Art Board instructional video online.


Level: Beginner

Beginner projects can typically be completed with little tooling (if any). Assembly can be completed in 30 - 45 minutes, and we recommend 45 - 75 minutes for planning and personalization. This project is appropriate for students in grades 1 and above.

Objective: Assemble a DIY pin art board and learn safe hammering techniques

Students will use basic carpentry skills to build a DIY pin art board. This project is both a fun and engaging project as well as a perfect introductory project to DIY since students will get many opportunities to practice safe hammering techniques.

Instructors then have an opportunity to reinforce learnings by prompting questions such as:

  • How many different kinds of jobs can you name that use a hammer?

  • Have you ever used a hammer before? What did you use it on?

  • What was one thing you learned about how to safely use a hammer?

Supplies & Materials:

The following supplies & materials are included with each project class set:

  • Wood parts for assembly

  • Nails

  • Rubber bands

  • Wood glue & rag for cleaning

  • Hardware tray

  • Sandpaper

  • Safety glasses

  • Pencils

  • Grid paper for planning

Art supplies and a hammer are not included but can be provided upon request. A hammer is included in our standard toolset.