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    Home » Repurposed Items » DIY Blanket Ladder with Repurposed Spindles

    DIY Blanket Ladder with Repurposed Spindles

    Published by Gail | Published March 13, 2015 | Updated October 3, 2020
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    How to make a DIY blanket ladder out of scrap wood and repurposed spindles. Tips for drilling holes and more. #MyRepurposedLife #repurposed #blanketladder #spindles #diy #project via @repurposedlife

    I have a bunch of spindles and lots of scrap wood, so I decided it was time to do an easy DIY blanket ladder project. If you have a few spindles laying around, you can make one too!

     

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    drill-guide-measure-spindleUsing a drill guide will help you find the right size drill bit.

     

    drill-holes-paddle-bitI ripped a 2x6  into squared off pieces, which makes them about 1 ½ by 1 ½. You can buy 2x2’s at The Home Depot. I clamped them together and drilled all the way through both boards at the same time. TIP:  Using a scrap piece of wood underneath while you drill will help prevent splintering where the drill bit exits on the bottom board.

     

    paddle-bit-holeYou can see the hole is pretty clean.

     

    gorilla-wood-glue-diy-blanket-ladderI used Gorilla Wood Glue to secure the dowel ends of the spindles.

     

    diy-blanket-ladder-secure-spindlesThere’s no secret tip to getting the dowels in and lined up. I struggled with this step slightly, wishing I had an extra pair of hands to help out. (ignore the mess in the shop, particularly all those cable wires. I was having an issue getting the t.v. to work.

     

    clamp-diy-blanket-ladderAfter that, I clamped the blanket ladder and checked for square, then left it alone to let the glue set.

     

    gray-diy-blanket-ladderI mixed up some diy chalky paint with some gray oops paint.

     

    heirloom-traditions-waxI used  Heirloom Traditions clear wax to give a nice seal for the chalky paint.

     

    This blanket ladder is a little large, here's a smaller version I made for my craft show displays.

     DIY Blanket Ladder

    gray-diy-easy-blanket-ladderIt’s a little on the wide side, but I think that makes it great to hold larger blankets. It could even be used in a bathroom or guest room.

     

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    I have a LOT of spindles left, any ideas what else I should do with them?

    gail

    More spindle projects here

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    Hi, there! I’m Gail, the author and mastermind behind My Repurposed Life. I’m obsessed with finding potential in unexpected places and believe that with a little hard work and imagination, any old thing can be made useful again—myself included! I hope you’ll enjoy the journey and pick up a few tools along the way… literally!

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    1. Natalie

      March 15, 2016 at 4:21 am

      I've been wanting a short section of ladder to hang horizontally over my laundry folding cabinet in my laundry room to hang up clothes to dry. This would be perfect! I have an old Jenny Lind baby bed that was given to me. I think I'll make a ladder and hang it from chain attached to hooks in the ceiling. Great idea! Thanks for the inspiration.

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      • gail@myrepurposedlife.com

        March 15, 2016 at 9:09 pm

        Yay! that sounds like a great project Natalie. I'd love to see it when you're done.

        gail

    2. Julie @ follow your heart woodworking

      March 23, 2015 at 4:55 pm

      (I'm way behind on my blog reading) That "ladder" is great! But I really must comment on your beautiful photo, the wall, the floor, etc. Fabulously displayed!!!!!!!!!!

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    3. Cynthia - Clockwork Interiors

      March 19, 2015 at 2:12 am

      That ladder would be perfect in a guest room for towels, extra blankets, magazines, etc. Love it!

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    4. Jill S.

      March 15, 2015 at 10:06 pm

      For some of your other spindles, could you drill down into center and glue in a section of metal rod to make some fancy roasting sticks (for hot dogs or marshmallows)? Could you use portions of the spindles for the bars on a doll-size crib?

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    5. Jill S.

      March 15, 2015 at 10:04 pm

      For some of your other spindles, could you drill down into center and glue in a section of metal rod to make some fancy roasting sticks (for hot dogs or marshmallows? Maybe cut down the spindles for the bars on a doll-size crib?

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    6. Diane

      March 14, 2015 at 7:36 am

      That would make a perfect scarf rack in my dressing room, love it!

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    7. Patricia

      March 13, 2015 at 2:00 pm

      That's so cute Gail.
      I like the tip about the extra board on the underside while drilling holes to prevent splintering! Good one!
      I like the color you chose and all your background props...floor and wall!
      Hey! I also LOVE your new photo on the side of your blog!
      You look great!
      😉 Patricia

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    8. Rosellen Ralph

      March 13, 2015 at 12:15 pm

      This ladder looks great!

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    9. Mindi

      March 13, 2015 at 10:26 am

      So cute, I have been wanting to make a ladder, such a great idea to use the spindles! By the way, your shop looks way better than my shed! 🙂

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    10. Pam

      March 13, 2015 at 9:52 am

      Love it....so simple yet so much needed at my house! Trying to figure out a place to store my throws and stuff for the summer! Fantastic job.

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    11. Tracy@www.bluridgevintage.com

      March 13, 2015 at 6:38 am

      Gail, you are one smart cookie!!! That is an awesome way to create and reuse spare and loose items around the shop. I love it.

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