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Custom Wood Bookends

Bookends aren't just functional, they also add style to your shelves, mantle or where ever they are displayed! As much as we love them, they can also be fairly expensive, which is why we decided to DIY our own set using pieces of cut wood for a chic rustic look. Put the hammer and nails away and get out Aleene's Industrial Strength Glue Sticks for this easy custom wood bookends DIY that'll have you wondering what else you can glue around the house!

What you need:

Aleene's Industrial Strength Glue Sticks

- Wood boards - cut to desired size and shape

- Wood stain in desired color

- Soft cloth for staining wood

- Clamps

Aleene's Custom Wood Bookends - cut and stain wood

If needed, cut wood pieces to desired size and shape. Lightly sand then use a soft cloth to apply wood stain according to stain instructions. Let dry completely.

Aleene's Custom Wood Bookends - apply glue

Apply a layer of glue from the Industrial Strength Glue Stick onto base pieces according to glue instructions.

Aleene's Custom Wood Bookends - use clamp

Firmly press pieces together.

Aleene's Custom Wood Bookends - use clamp

Use a clamp to hold the wood pieces firmly in place while the glue sets.

Aleene's Custom Wood Bookends - apply glue

Continue building bookends by applying glue to next section.

Aleene's Custom Wood Bookends - press wood in place

Clamp as needed and let bookends dry completely for time recommended in glue instructions.

Aleene's Custom Wood Bookends

Put your fab new bookends to use! Try adding decorative embellishments for an extra special touch!