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Navy Blue Writing Desk Hutch

Gail Wilson — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 20:07:22 +0000

A new writing desk hutch made from a vintage sewing cabinet and a repurposed furniture drawer! There was some trial and error trying to find "just" the right drawer, and a few hiccups along the way, but in the end, I love how this turned out and I think the Naval color is perfect with the cubbies.

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Desk Drawer Chalkboard

Gail Wilson — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:02:53 +0000

Step by step directions and tips on making a desk drawer chalkboard. This is a perfect weekend project to make for your home or vacation home.

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Repurposed Drawers Bookcase

Gail Wilson — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 02:35:15 +0000

When a friend dropped off a dresser in rough shape, I took one look at those sad, beat-up drawers and couldn’t bear to toss them. Instead, I let them sit in my garage for a while—gathering dust, getting in the way, and nagging at me to do something. Finally, I decided: either they become a...

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Repurposed Drawers Wall Cabinet

Gail Wilson — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 19:06:08 +0000

After seeing a picture of a small cabinet hanging on the wall in a magazine, I realized that it would be easy to recreate using a couple of repurposed drawers. I find my inspiration by looking at manufactured pieces and then ask myself what can I make that from?

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Upcycled Drawers | Hanging Wall Shelf

Gail Wilson — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Upcylce drawers into a functional hanging wall shelf. Perfect for any small place including laundry room, bathroom, guest room and more.

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Repurposed Drawer Shadow Box

Gail Wilson — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 21:04:19 +0000

How to make a repurposed drawer shadow box using a reclaimed drawer and a thrift store picture frame. Step by step directions and lots of tips to pull of this DIY!

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25 Repurposed Drawer Ideas

Gail Wilson — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 07:00:00 +0000

I have a super collection of repurposed drawer projects for you. Many of them are so easy, you can be done in an hour or so. I find drawers are easily orphaned--drawers from kitchens, dressers and more! What kind of drawer do you have laying around?

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Repurposed Drawer Jewelry Organizer

Gail Wilson — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 08:03:00 +0000

How to make your own repurposed drawer jewelry organizer. I used an old drawer, but you could easily customize this project by making a box out of 1x4's. This jewelry organizer can hang on the wall or rest on a dresser. The small white dishes are perfect for holding smaller items such as earrings or bracelets.

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Coat Hook Repurposed Drawer Front

Gail Wilson — Fri, 31 Jan 2020 08:00:00 +0000

Ohh, how easy this project is! How to use vintage drawer fronts as hook racks. Give new coat hooks a vintage look with spray paint and rub-n-buff! Don't pass on free junky stuff! Repurpose it!

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Repurposed Drawer Hook Rack | Fleur-de-Lis

Gail Wilson — Fri, 26 Oct 2018 07:00:00 +0000

How to make a drawer front hook rack using a broken dresser drawer and inexpensive Fleur De Lis coat hooks. This easy project only uses basic tools and paint. Don't throw away those broken dresser drawers!

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