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    Home Ā» Repurposed Items Ā» Old Window Ideas

    Old Window Ideas

    Modified: Jul 22, 2023 by Gail Wilson
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    This roundup of window projects will inspire you to think outside the box to reupurpose that window you found at the thrift store or on the roadside. via @repurposedlifeThis roundup of window projects will inspire you to think outside the box to reupurpose that window you found at the thrift store or on the roadside. via @repurposedlife

    This roundup of old window ideas will inspire you to think outside the box to repurpose that window you found at the thrift store or on the side of the road. Visit the links for more details.

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    Use a Window In Your Fireplace

    Photo Source: My Repurposed Life

    Don't you love this fireplace screen made from an old window?

    Old Windows as Decor

    Photo Source: My Repurposed Life

    Decor options for upcycled windows are limitless. You can use quilts, photos, rub-on transfers, old doilies, vinyl transfers, and more!

    Visit the My Repurposed Life Amazon Store to shop my favorite items.

    Window Shelf With Hooks

    Photo Source: My Repurposed Life

    This Gray Window Shelf project is perfect for your kitchen or mud room.

    Decorative Window

    Photo Source: Petticoat Junktion

    Decorate an old window with metal sunflower pieces.

    Make a Cabinet out of Old Windows

    With some DIY know-how, you can turn your old windows into cabinets or cupboards. One of my first old window ideas-- a Window Cabinet

    Double Window Floor Cabinet

    If you're lucky enough to find a couple of matching windows, hop over to see this Double Window Display Cabinet tutorial.

    Easier Than Decoupage

    Photo Source: Sadie Seasongoods

    Use photo corners instead of decoupage to make a delightful seed packet display.

    Add Legs to Make a Unique Knick-Knack Cabinet

    Photo Source: My Repurposed Life

    Build a simple box, add trim and legs to make unique Twin Window Cupboards.

    White Wall Cabinet

    Another Easy Wall Cabinet made from a window. These cabinets are great for bathrooms and guestrooms.

    Window Shelf With Metal Brackets

    Photo Source: Just Call Me Farmgirl

    Step-by-step directions to make your own window shelf with metal brackets.

    Paneless Window Cabinet

    Even if your window has broken panes, don't throw it out--make this cute window cabinet (without panes)

    Chalkboard Memo

    Photo Source: Beyond the Picket Fence

    A double-pane window makes a great chalkboard memo board.

    Nightstand Window Cabinet

    Even the ugliest nightstand can be salvaged to make a very pretty Repurposed Nightstand with a window door.

    Coke Crate Cabinet

    Photo Source: Unskinny Boppy

    Make a fun cabinet using Coke crates and a window.

    Barbecue Station

    The great thing about using building materials, such as windows, is they can be utilized outdoors for greenhouses, barbeque cabinets, potting benches, and so much more.

    Chippy Window Shelf For Outdoors

    Reclaimed windows and wood are paired to make a chippy window shelf to hang in your home or outdoors.

    Repurposed Old Windows as Chalkboards

    This project may be one of the simplest ways to upcycle an old window into a Window Memo Center.

    Decor Transfers on Old Windows

    From the archive of old window ideas, a pretty blue window with a rub on transfer.

    More Window Ideas

    See more window upcycle ideas on My Repurposed Life.

    Spindle Project Ideas

    Whether your spindle is from a chair, porch, bed, or something else, you can make many creative projects. See the article Thirty Spindle Projects.

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    Gail Wilson is the author and mastermind behind My Repurposed Life. She is obsessed with finding potential in unexpected places and believes that with a little hard work and imagination, any old thing can be made useful again, including herself!
    Gail reinvented herself during a midlife crisis and has found purpose again. She hopes you will find new ideas for old things and pick up a few tools along the way.

    About Gail Wilson

    Gail Wilson is the author and mastermind behind My Repurposed Life. She is obsessed with finding potential in unexpected places and believes that with a little hard work and imagination, any old thing can be made useful again, including herself!
    Gail reinvented herself during a midlife crisis and has found purpose again. She hopes you will find new ideas for old things and pick up a few tools along the way.

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    1. Gail Ferguson

      November 17, 2019 at 8:40 pm

      Nov.17 2019. Have 12 old windows and needed ideas for cabinets for displaying ceramic items I have collected. Thanks for the ideas.

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      • Gail Wilson

        November 18, 2019 at 11:33 am

        Happy to help out Gail! I love old window projects!

        gail

    2. Joyce

      October 13, 2016 at 12:05 pm

      I am so excited to stumble across this site today. It is just what I needed to cheer me up as I am home sick and could use the inspiration since retiring! I look forward to many great ideas.

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      • Gail Wilson

        October 13, 2016 at 10:15 pm

        Thank you Joyce! I'm happy you found me!

        I'm always here if you have any questions.

        gail

    3. Patricia B

      April 27, 2016 at 9:01 pm

      Hey Gail, love all your ideas!! Now I need to find some old windows!! lol You've inspired me to try to make some of these projects!! Love ya'

      Reply
    4. chris aka monkey

      April 27, 2016 at 8:24 pm

      gail love so many but the window cabinets blow my dress up ha ha love them xx

      Reply
    5. Mindi

      April 26, 2016 at 12:43 pm

      Love me some good inspiration! Such a great round up Gail!

      Reply
    6. Claire

      April 26, 2016 at 12:23 pm

      What a great round up. I just love that bathroom cabinet !

      Reply
      • TTess

        October 18, 2016 at 1:55 pm

        Me too,now if i could just get hubby to help me make one

    7. Angie @ Knick of Time

      April 26, 2016 at 11:45 am

      Thanks for sharing my window in such an awesome round-up, Gail!

      I'm pinning it, and sharing on FB! šŸ™‚

      Reply
    8. Angie @ Knick of Time

      April 26, 2016 at 11:38 am

      I love, love, love using old windows in new ways! Thanks for including mine in this awesome round-up, Gail!

      Pinning & Sharing on Facebook!

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    9. Debbie Refresh Restyle

      April 26, 2016 at 8:32 am

      Love them all! I have a couple more windows and you have me thinking! Pinning for later!

      Reply
    10. Melissa Schneck

      March 03, 2016 at 4:56 pm

      I have an old window that's about 5' X 5' with glass panes. It is large and heavy but would be perfect on a large wall in my living room. Any ideas on how to hang this thing? Im afraid to drill into it because of the glass panes. Thanks.

      Reply
    11. Sharon Clair

      January 15, 2016 at 12:42 pm

      Gail,
      I am a lover of DIY genre!! Not creative on my own, but I love getting ideas from other talented people, like you! I picked up over a year ago the side rail of a discarded baby bed at the end of someone's driveway. I just knew it could be repurposed into something wonderful, I just didn't know what. I have painted it all black and it has leaned up against the wall of my craft room for a year now. I am waiting for the right "ah-ha" moment. Maybe you could provide that?? It is 50" inches tall & 26.5" inches wide with 12 slats/bars, that are spaced 3 " apart.
      Ideas?? And lest you think I'm a total wimp, I have repurposed two different window frames and love both ideas; one. Hangs in my laundry room with vintage kitchen tools hanging from it and the other one is outside on my patio that says, "This is my quiet space, my happy place " in black painted letters.

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      • gail@myrepurposedlife.com

        January 15, 2016 at 1:26 pm

        Sharon,

        Here are some projects I've done with old cribs. https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/crib-projects/

        gail

    12. Jorunn M. Nilsen

      November 01, 2012 at 4:59 pm

      Very Inspired!

      Reply
    13. Mad Maine

      October 30, 2012 at 1:13 pm

      CanI order 2 oz of your creativity? I'll pay for priority shipping.

      Reply
    14. Anne

      October 30, 2012 at 12:53 pm

      thanks for putting them all in one place!! Still looking for narrow windows to use as doors...

      Reply
    15. Full Circle Creations

      October 30, 2012 at 12:42 pm

      The cabinet ones are my favorite. I love seeing them all together!

      Holly

      Reply
    16. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper

      October 30, 2012 at 12:19 pm

      the chicken wire and the chalkboards are my favorite! šŸ™‚

      Reply
    17. I Play Outside The Box

      October 30, 2012 at 11:52 am

      I love all of these...the cabinets are my favorites...and I love the shelf window too! I tried to leave a comment a bit ago....and it came up as an error....hope it works this time.

      Reply
    18. Sue

      October 30, 2012 at 11:27 am

      Can't believe I never saw the decoupaged one, tztz. Still have a beautiful window frame, but no glass pane in it. Otherwise be temped to copy=cat that one ;o).
      Have a wonderful day,
      Sue

      Reply

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