Semi-Homemade Prayer Board

DIY Prayer Board, Woven Beautiful

I keep a prayer journal and one section of it is dedicated to jotting down prayer requests as they come in. I don’t know about you, but when someone asks me to pray for them I remember better if I write it down. It’s also encouraging to go back and see how God answers prayers.

I recently decided to create a prayer board to hang in my room as a visual reminder of things to be praying for — prayer requests from others and my own prayers too. So, I headed to Hobby Lobby and found this…

 

Prayer Board

I wanted something that I could hang clothespins or clips from, and of course there was lots to choose from. I decided on this unique washboard display. It already had some clips, but not nearly enough so I picked up some more.

 

Prayer Board Clips

These mini-clips are the perfect size for hanging little notes or this case, prayers.

 

Prayer Board and Paint Markers

I decided to use oil-based paint markers to decorate the board. I’ve used these pens before, but I seem to forget every time that if you press down on them too hard when you’re writing, paint oozes out everywhere! So, I used some white acrylic paint for touch-ups and also ended up with a little more detail around the letters than I envisioned (creative touches, I like to call them).

One of the other reasons I picked this board is because it’s separated into two sections — perfect for both a prayers AND praises section. Praising God for all He’s done and is doing is an important part of prayer!

 

DIY Prayer Board by Woven Beautiful

After adding the words and a few more clips, I ended up with a prayer board. I also cut up some scrapbook paper to write prayers and praises on. Now anytime I want to record a prayer/praise I can grab a little sheet of paper, jot down some notes, and clip it on my board!

How about you – what are some ways you record or keep track of prayers and praises? I would love to hear!

Hannah Gold

14 Comments

  1. Oh, I love this idea! I’ve wanted to do something similar. And I love how you added praises. Thanks so much for sharing this idea. (I need to make a trip to Hobby Lobby here soon! :0)

  2. Hannah, I love this idea! It is helpful in remembering the prayer requests and also decorative. How did you attach the clips?
    I so enjoy your thoughts on your website.
    Blessings to you and your family,
    Carol

    1. Hi Carol, Thanks for your kind words! I used a glue gun to attach the clips which made it super simple. The original clips were attached with a tiny screw. Blessings!

  3. I absolutely LOVE this idea. I think this would be a great way to get my kids involved with prayer/praise as well.

    Thank you so much for sharing~

  4. Hi Hannah! The prayer board is a great idea. Also, thank you for the two free prints – they are so nice!!

    I follow your website closely and enjoy it so very much. It is so refreshing to see a young woman following her heart with such great testimony. Thank you!

  5. This is such a great idea as I find the older I get the more I forget. You could also attach the clips with magnets. Another way you could do it is attache some twine and use clothes pins.

  6. Hi :). I love this and am thinking this would make a perfect present for a friend. Can you tell me the measurements of the board please? thank you and God Bless!

    1. Hi Catie, It’s been awhile since I made this and I don’t currently have it up so I’m not sure. But I’m guessing it was around 1 foot by 2-3 feet long. Just a guess but maybe it gives you an idea!

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