How to Make an Over-the-Door Hanger

Who doesn't need a little extra hanging space?? This over-the-door hanger is perfect for bathrooms, bedrooms, and closets. I use mine on the laundry room door.

Supplies and Equipment

• ¾" Baltic birch plywood or ¾" hardwood
• Two 1¾" lengths 3/8" dowel
• Two 5" to 6" lengths ½" brass strips
• Plaid FolkArt Ultra Dye
• Liquid wood adhesive
• Proxxon Table Saw FET
• Proxxon MICROMOT Drill Stand MB 200
• Proxxon Professional Rotary Tool IBS/E
• Proxxon Delta Sander
• Proxxon MICRO-Press MP 120

Instructions

1. Set the cutting width on the table saw to 3". Secure the longitudinal stop. Cut the plywood into a 3" x 3" square.
   
2. Measure and mark a line ¾" from the bottom edge.
   
3. Measure and mark holes for hanging pegs 7/8" from each side edge.
   
4. Adjust the drill stand to drill at a 30° angle.
   
5. Drill the two holes for the hanging pegs.
   
6. Sand the surface and edges with the Delta sander, using progressively finer grits of sandpaper.
7. Use these measurement to calculate the length of the brass strips.
   
8. Measure and mark the bends on the brass strip. Drill two holes in the longest section for attaching to the wood piece.
   
9. Place the brass strip in the micro-press at the markings and press.
   
10. Glue the pegs in place.
    
11. Allow the pegs to slightly protrude on the back side of the hanger. When the glue is dry they can be sanded flush.
    
12. Stain the wood with FolkArt Ultra Dye.
    
13. If desired, you can add a protective backing to the hanger to protect the door from scratches.
    

Carole