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Travel Map Pin Board DIY

July 25, 2012 by Ciera Holzenthal 42 Comments

Since we moved up North, Zander and I have been doing quite a bit of weekend traveling. I really wanted a special way to keep track of the places we have been together (and our bedroom walls were bare) so I decided to make this travel map cork board! It was pretty easy once I figured out the logistics… so now I’m going to share the how-to with you!

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MATERIALS

paper // printer // tape // frame // cork roll // spray paint // exacto knife // spray glue // map tacks
These links are what I used but feel free to be creative!

 

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1. Decide what size your map needs to be to fit in the center of your chosen frame. Print out and tile together a map of the US. My map is about 20″ wide for a 18″ x 24″ frame. The map I used can be downloaded here: [download id=”25″ format=”10″]

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2. Once your map is tiled together, tape it to a piece of cork just big enough to fit the map. Work on a cutting mat and trim around the outer border with an exacto knife (making sure to trim all the way through the cork). You will not be able to get very detailed here, and that’s okay (as you can see I chopped the little hook off of Massachusetts all together)!

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3. Once you have cut around the entire map you can go back in and cut out any additional details. Remember, it is easy to cut more away but not to add back on!

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4. Trim your next piece of cork into a rectangle that fits snugly into your frame. I used the cardboard backing that came in the frame as a size guideline. 5. Bring the trimmed rectangle outside and paint one side white. 6. Once the paint dries, use spray glue to attach the cork map to the center of your (now white) cork backing. Remember, spray the backside of your cork map only!

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7. Place your map board into the frame (using the cardboard the frame came with as a backing). You can glue to the cardboard to the cork back if you prefer.

8. Print out and trim your title and location flags. 9. Fill in your flags with places you have been and places you want to go! 10. Add your title and destination flags to the cork map with pins and your done! You can download my template here: [download id=”26″ format=”10″]

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The measurements above are what I used for my frame, but make sure to measure yourself, as frames will differ. You know the saying, measure twice, cut once! And please be VERY careful with the exacto knife, I actually cut myself while working on this project!

About Ciera Holzenthal

Hi, I'm Ciera! I specializing in visual brand development and adore working with passionate entrepreneurs to design captivating and cohesive brand identities allowing them to fulfill their greatest potential and skyrocket their businesses to new heights. I’m passionate about using my skills in branding, marketing, design & social media to help your business succeed.

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Comments

  1. Denise || taftave.com says

    December 23, 2013 at 3:41 am

    Hey Ciera! This is such a great project. I’ve been planning on making something similar (except I wanted a world map!). I was wondering how well it held up though. I’m always worried about how easily the cork board may chip…

    Reply
    • Ciera says

      December 23, 2013 at 12:33 pm

      Thank you! Mine has held up very well, and through a move! If you think you’ll be putting pins in and out A LOT, it may wear more quickly, I don’t update mine that often…

      Reply
      • Denise || taftave.com says

        December 27, 2013 at 2:35 am

        Thanks for the super quick reply! I might have to try it one of these days. I’ll be sure to let you know once I get to it 🙂

        Reply
  2. Yvonne @ Dress This Nest says

    December 17, 2013 at 11:44 pm

    This turned out so perfect! I love it! Totally want to do this for our family travels.

    Reply
  3. diann says

    May 15, 2013 at 10:03 am

    This is perfect for my hubby for Father’s Day. We made four trips cross country during the 70’s that were life-changing for our family. I am going to use embroidery floss to mark the four different itineraries! What a wonderful remembrance. Thank you so much for the tute.

    Reply
    • Ciera says

      May 15, 2013 at 2:38 pm

      Awesome Diann! I’d love to see a photo when you are done!

      Reply
  4. Janice says

    August 16, 2012 at 12:24 pm

    Love this Idea, wanted to do a world map, but question when painting the cork white, did you spray paint or brush paint?

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    • Ciera says

      August 16, 2012 at 12:43 pm

      thanks Janice! I thought about doing a world map, I’d love to see a photo once yours is complete! I used spray paint. I did two coats, letting it dry in between.

      Reply
      • Janice says

        August 16, 2012 at 1:08 pm

        Thanks for the quick response, and as soon as I am finished with the world map will send pick.

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  5. Monica says

    August 9, 2012 at 6:04 am

    Ooo, I love this idea! I’m always looking for crafty ways to bring some travel inspiration into my home. I definitely need to try this 🙂

    Reply
  6. Katie says

    August 2, 2012 at 11:07 am

    This is great! I do genealogy, & I’ve been trying to think of a way to map my ancestors! This is perfect for that!

    Reply
    • Ciera says

      August 2, 2012 at 1:15 pm

      So happy you found a way to transform this idea for your own needs!

      Reply
  7. Natalie says

    August 2, 2012 at 1:36 am

    Love this project! I have a map up on my wall at the moment and I’m using post-its but this idea is much better 🙂

    Reply
    • Ciera says

      August 2, 2012 at 1:44 am

      Thanks Natalie! Post-its do the trick too 🙂

      Reply
  8. Nishi says

    August 1, 2012 at 12:28 pm

    Totally LOVE it!!!! I will be doing this soon. I already have the frame. All I have to get is the cork board & a world map.

    Reply
    • Ciera says

      August 1, 2012 at 5:58 pm

      Thanks so much! I would LOVE to see pictures if you make one!

      Reply
  9. Cathy says

    July 30, 2012 at 2:27 pm

    How genius!

    Reply
    • Ciera says

      July 30, 2012 at 3:51 pm

      thanks Cathy!

      Reply
  10. Dorene says

    July 29, 2012 at 10:39 am

    Great idea! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  11. Stephanie@meetmakelaugh says

    July 26, 2012 at 12:40 pm

    This is so awesome! I have an obsession with anything map related, and this is really creative and would look great on a wall! Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
  12. Shelley Gajus says

    July 25, 2012 at 10:02 pm

    I love this idea and your execution – it looks great!

    Reply
    • Ciera says

      July 25, 2012 at 10:12 pm

      Thank you so much Shelley!

      Reply
  13. Emma @ My Boju Life says

    July 25, 2012 at 9:49 pm

    I love this idea! My husband and I love to travel whenever we can, this would be a great project for us to try out! Thanks for the tutorial. I’m stopping by from the Etsy blog team forum.

    Reply
    • Ciera says

      July 25, 2012 at 10:12 pm

      Thanks! I’d love to see a photo if you make one yourself!

      Reply
  14. shannon says

    July 25, 2012 at 9:36 pm

    What a brilliant idea! I love this.

    Reply
    • Ciera says

      July 25, 2012 at 11:06 pm

      Thank you Shannon!

      Reply
  15. Safia says

    July 25, 2012 at 8:36 pm

    Ciera this is such a creative and amazing idea! I love it! I might just have to make myself one of those, even though it most definitely won’t turn out as good looking as that haha! Well done 🙂

    From Cupcakes, With Love x

    Reply
    • Ciera says

      July 25, 2012 at 9:05 pm

      Thanks! Let me know if you have any questions if you try it out yourself!

      Reply
  16. Kara says

    July 25, 2012 at 1:58 pm

    This is absolutely incredible, Ciera!! I’m not sure I’ll be able to recreate it, but what an inspiration. Keep up the amazing work!

    Reply
    • Ciera says

      July 25, 2012 at 2:24 pm

      thanks Kara!!

      Reply
  17. Kelsey @ Pinegate Road says

    July 25, 2012 at 11:19 am

    This is SO adorable, fresh, and personal all at the same time. If you can’t tell from my abundant use of adjectives, I love this project Ciera! Great job 🙂

    Reply
    • Ciera says

      July 25, 2012 at 11:29 am

      It took me a while to finally get this post together so your compliment really means a lot, thank you SO much Kelsey!

      Reply

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