How to Make a DIY Drop Cloth Tent

Begin by gathering all your tools and materials for your project. Then, cut the following with the miter saw:

• 4 - 1 x 2, 48-inch common boards
• 3 - 3/4-inch round wooden dowels at 48-inches long

Using some sandpaper or a sanding board, sand any rough edges.

Next, using your drill and a spade drill bit, drill the following holes:

• Drill one hole on the ends of all four 1 x 2 boards about 4 inches from the end.
• Flip the boards around and drill one hole on the other ends of all four boards about 1 1/2-inches from the end.

Now using your sander and all of the 1 x 2-inch boards and the round dowels.

Using two different widths of painter's tape, begin taping off your design. We went with stripes, but feel free to make a design all your own.

Now it's time to paint your boards. Using latex paint and foam brushes, begin painting your design.

While you wait for the paint on the boards to dry, start working on the drop cloth. Measure across the top dowel and the length of both sides. Cut the drop cloth to fit and make sure there is enough to wrap around the bottom dowels.

Tape off decorative stripes on the drop cloth and paint using latex paint and a foam roller.

Tip: Make sure to protect the surface under the drop cloth to avoid paint bleeding through.

Once the paint is dry, use your glue gun to hot glue the drop cloth around the bottom dowels.

Secure one side first. Once secure, bring it over the top dowel and pull tight before securing the other side.

Move your drop cloth tent to the location of your choice. Shown is an outdoor patio spot complete with string lights, a throw blanket and pillows for a little extra comfort. However you design your tent, relax and enjoy!