by Jess Chamberlain, Sunset home & design writer
photo by Rob D. Brodman

Last week, Grace at design*sponge posted about a driftwood hook by designer Ben Forgey and asked "I wonder if it’s the sort of thing you could make if you’re handy and have access to found driftwood?"

You betcha. I sent her the photo and directions for the driftwood rack we featured in our September 2006 issue which she posted yesterday.

Thanks for the love Grace! I'm such a huge d*s fan.

Project: driftwood rack

Turn a scavenged piece of driftwood into an organic-chic entryway rack in 30 minutes or less. (For regulations on collecting driftwood, check with your local state beach authority.)

1. Our piece of driftwood happened to lie flat against the wall; if yours doesn’t, use a band saw to cut off one-third of the driftwood lengthwise.

2. With four round hook screws (available at home improvement stores) and a handheld electric drill, drill four holes into the bottom of your driftwood, angling them forward slightly so the hooks won’t lean against the wall. Use a drill bit the width of your screw’s shank.

3. With the help of a wrench, screw the hook ends into the wood, tightening them so they all face forward.

4. Secure your driftwood to a wall using two long screws, spaced so each is secured in a wall stud.