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    Home » Repurposed Furniture » 25 Repurposed Drawer Ideas

    25 Repurposed Drawer Ideas

    Modified: Apr 23, 2023 by Gail Wilson
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    More than 25 repurposed drawer ideas and projects to inspire you to use those old, orphan drawers you have laying around. So many unique ideas in one place. Ideas for shelves, cubbies, pets and more. #MyRepurposedLife #repurposed #drawer #furniture #ideas via @repurposedlifeMore than 25 repurposed drawer ideas and projects to inspire you to use those old, orphan drawers you have laying around. So many unique ideas in one place. Ideas for shelves, cubbies, pets and more. #MyRepurposedLife #repurposed #drawer #furniture #ideas via @repurposedlifeMore than 25 repurposed drawer ideas and projects to inspire you to use those old, orphan drawers you have laying around. So many unique ideas in one place. Ideas for shelves, cubbies, pets and more. #MyRepurposedLife #repurposed #drawer #furniture #ideas via @repurposedlife

    These 25 plus repurposed drawer ideas will inspire you to drag out those old drawers and get busy with a new project. They could be from the kitchen, a dresser, or a vanity. You know you have some somewhere, right?

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    Repurposed Drawer Ideas | Shelves

    repurposed drawer

    This easy  Repurposed Drawer Jewelry Organizer project can be completed quickly and easily from any drawer you have. You could even make this out of new lumber by building a simple box.

     

    25 plus repurposed drawer ideas

    I have the best Repurposed Drawer Shadow Box tutorial. Sometimes I use other tutorials as my inspiration. However, I hadn’t seen anyone else do this before.

    repurposed vintage drawer

    Using an orphan piece of furniture, I love how this Vintage Drawer Shelf  turned out!

    shelves with collectibles and art

    Use several sizes to make modular shelving. This simple project can be done with a screwdriver.

    table with bottles and books on shelves

    Similarly, don't you love this repurposed drawer shelf from Beyond The Picket Fence?

    side table with owl background

    Another way to make a great shelf! How about Brightly Painted Bookcase Shelf? Stack them and add a few feet to give yourself a little extra room to display your knick knacks.

    dresser drawer promo graphic

    Line them up vertically and add doors and you have a great media cabinet for the family.

    repurposed drawer ideas | shelf

    A taller Repurposed Kitchen Drawer Shelf was made to rest on the floor.

    What a unique project – a cabinet with chicken wire.

    Would you believe THIS small cabinet was made from two old drawers?

    Finally, an awesome Craft Paint Storage Idea from Mom’s Crafty Space

    Sewing Machine Drawers

    Do you have some antique sewing machine drawers? This Antique Sewing Drawer Set Makeover is a great way to use those sets that have been separated from their original chassis.

    Add a top, bottom and legs and you have a cabinet. This was years ago, and yes—I would probably make it differently now. However this will hopefully inspire you to think outside the box to reuse your old sewing machine cabinet drawers.

    The Decoupage Sewing Drawer is an easy project to update a single drawer with napkins.

    Repurposed Drawer Fronts

    I got a couple of ornate drawer fronts from a neighbor. Certainly, you can see they would make great Coat Hook Repurposed Drawer Front projects.

    This is the repurpose of the second piece shown above. Doorknob Scarf Holder

    An old dresser Drawer Front Welcome Sign, is a simple project anyone can do.

    An old dresser drawer front was used to make a Drawer Front Hook Rack. Because of the pretty curves, the fleur de lis hooks were perfect!

    Even more creative, are  these DIY Serving Stands made from drawer fronts  from my friend Mindi.

    Another great repurposed drawer front from Designed Decor

    Repurposed Drawer Cubbies

    A unique Writing Desk Hutch was made with a sewing table as the base and a drawer to make the cubby holes.

    repurposed drawer cubby organizer

    You can make this Cubby Organizer with this great tutorial from my friend Mindi.

    Pet Ideas

    What pooch wouldn't love a dog bed from DIY Show Off?

    Almost as cute, is this dog bed | toy box. It is a fun way to use a single dresser drawer.

    Organizational Ideas

    Do you need more under bed storage? Mindi will have you rolling along in no time with her detailed tutorial to make your own project.

    Repurposed Drawers | Spindles

    Old Drawers into Planters, are not only pretty, but very practical!

    Scavenger Chic added a drawer with spindles to make a nightstand.

    Chalkboard & Memo Boards | Repurposed Drawer Ideas

    Make a chalkboard out of an old desk drawer. A little reconfiguration will aid in making your chalk tray.

    repurposed drawer ideas chalkboard

    An oversized desk drawer is perfect for a chalkboard. Again, reconfigure the tray for the perfect chalk and eraser tray.

    Finally, a Shallow drawer with a divider makes a great Memo Board to keep you on schedule.

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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. Geri Pehta

      April 20, 2020 at 9:09 pm

      Wow, you have some very clever ideas for old drawers! I truly enjoy your projects - you truly have an "eye" for repurposing!

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      • Gail Wilson

        April 21, 2020 at 6:55 pm

        Geri,

        I really love what I do. It's why I do what I do. I appreciate that you enjoyed my projects.

        gail

    2. Becky Fischer

      April 17, 2020 at 8:11 am

      I love all the ideas. Thank you for sharing.

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      • Gail Wilson

        April 17, 2020 at 9:06 am

        Thank you Becky! I appreciate you stopping by and taking the time to comment.

        gail

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