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DIY Lazy Susan

HI there! I have received some questions from multiple people about a lazy susan, and I want to share just how easy it can be to make your own (without a drill!) or you may purchase one from me!

All supplies were purchased at Home Depot!


Lazy Susan $4.48
1″ x 17 3/4″ Pine Round $6.92
Fine Grit Sandpaper
Ruler
(4) 1/2″ Screws
Phillips Head Screwdriver
Adhesive Grips
Mineral Oil or Stain (color of your choice)
Paintbrush

First, sand! I suggest sanding with 150 then 220 but anything fine will work.


Next, attaching the hardware! Make sure your Lazy Susan spins well; if you want it to spin really fast, grease the ball bearings.


Use your ruler to center the Lazy Susan, you don’t want it leaning, we don’t want a crazy Suzanne.



Apply pressure to your Phillips Head Screwdriver when driving in the 1/2″ Screws.

Now let’s talk finishes!

Mineral oil is great if you want to keep the wood natural and preserved. It’s also great if you plan to use it as a serving tray; mineral oil is food safe. Not to get ahead of myself, but woodburning is also food safe.

I applied mineral oil on the bottom to show you how it tints the pine.

The bottom needs adhesive grips! Oh no, I forgot those at the store! It still spins for me, I’ll pick some up next time. You know, the little circle rubble stickers, they’re clear or black. 😉

For my top, I have chosen to freehand a design on by woodburning some classic looking branches. Enjoy the timelapse video:

I am also selling these woodburned on my website if you love it as much as I do. A few finish options are available. www.CompletelyDevotedDesigns.com/shop


I went with a light stain color: Golden Pecan. My table is slightly darker so it accents well, I also have a dark stain (Honey & Black Walnut) accentuating my whole house on the stairs and framing.

I love it! It’s the perfect centerpiece. My mother-in-law made hers with a natural finish (no stain).

Lazy Susan Centerpiece