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Today’s Take 2 Tuesday installment is a massive collection of repurposed ideas. I think I’ve collected all of my projects repurposed from everyday items. I have not included any furniture pieces. I will compile that collection sometime soon. I hope you find something inspiring and encouraging you to think outside the box. If you’re a regular reader, enjoy a trip down memory lane. If you’re new here, welcome! I’m always available if you have any questions about my projects.

 

DIY Free Fridge Magnets & Signs

 repurposed advertiser (phone book) magnets

 

Folger's Coffee Labels

 repurposed coffee canisters

Rustic Flower Box
Rustic Tool Caddy

flower box and tool caddy from reclaimed fence

plastic dresser mirror (chalkboard)

 plastic dresser mirror repurposed into a chalkboard

Picket Fence Wedding Sign

 reclaimed picket fence – rustic wedding signs

You Have My Whole Heart

reclaimed privacy fence-You Have My Whole Heart

Repurposed Bed Parts DIY Candlesticks

candlesticks from bed parts

desk drawer repurposed

drawer repurposed into chalkboard memo center

vintage coffee pot lamp

vintage coffee pot upcycled into a unique table lamp

 

Repurposed Gas Can

 antique cans repurposed into planters

 

teapot lamps

 vintage teapots stacked to make a lamp

cups & saucers repurposed

 teacup lamp (how to drill china)

Get inspired with more upcycled glass ideas.

large candlestick and pot lid bird bath

large candlestick and a pot lid=DIY birdbath

picture frame repurposed

 upcycle frames for dry erase boards

pvc pipe repurposed

pvc pieces make a fire hydrant for Louie

jute balls

use wiffle balls to make decorative jute balls

repurposed guitar

junky guitar repurposed (decoupaged) into a one of a kind clock

stockade fence flag

 stockade privacy fence – easy 4th of July Flag

 

 

 

repurposed door knob decor

reclaimed doorknob – Key to My Heart

 

candlesticks from bed parts

 bits and pieces of chairs-candlesticks

 

shutter repurposed

shutter repurposed into a magazine rack

repurposed bowling ball

bowling balls repurposed into unbreakable gazing balls

repurposed glassware

dessert plates and jewelry holder

upcycled glassware

 upcycle glassware into glass totems {topiaries}

recycle repurpose small old bottles

quickly & easily make small vintage bottle photo holders

table lamp repurposed

 tall table lamp gutted to make a candle holder

repurposed antique license plate

vintage license plate repurposed for a birdhouse

ceiling fan blade brackets

ceiling fan blade brackets – rolling pin rack

repurpose thrifted plates

dress up thrifted plates for any holiday with glass paint

spindle photo holder
repurposed chair parts

use old spindles to make photo holders and chalkboard stands

chandelier repurposed

chandelier {easy makeover} into hanging candelabra

reclaimed fence sign

reclaimed fence into stenciled sign {bushel and a peck}

ugly gold lamp

save an ugly gold lamp by painting it

repurpose placemat pillow

use a clearance find placemat to make a cute pillow

Chalkboard Beverage Tags

beverage tags from shutter slats

scrabble tile holder repurposed

Scrabble tile tray repurposed as a chalk holder for a chalkboard

repurposed bedposts

Finials from bedposts.

drapery hook repurposed for easels

drapery hooks repurposed into small easels-great for coasters and small plaques

fabric printer

how to print on fabric

garden chair

chair repurposed for garden planter

how to repurpose household items

 

I hope that you have found inspiration to repurpose something you have laying around in your stash.

16 Comments

  1. I love this post and it inspired me to do a roundup of simple re-purposing. It is a bit unbalanced as you have so many wonderful projects. Thank you for the inspiration and I hope others are inspired as well.

    Thank you,

    Angela Swanson – My Personal Accent DIY Blog

  2. Thanks for posting this, Gail. I’m going to make one of those aprons!

    Also – The link to the light box isn’t correct. It took me to picture holders.

  3. Holy cow, you’ve made so many great and original things! I’m tired out just scrolling through them.

  4. What a creative gal you are Gail!! I love the bird house,so I think I’ll be digging through the wood to make one or two of those. Thanks for the inspiration!!

    Debbie.

  5. Boy you’ve sure been a busy lady! My very favorite is the coffee pot lamp, you got the proportions with the lamp shade perfect! I love it!
    Susan

  6. Wow,and another Wow. You are a busy girl. These are all fabulous and seem quite within reach to try for the novice. Thank you for sharing. xx

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