The day started with a thrift store find...
9 raw wood crates, 1/2 price day! $2.00 each
Great boxes, I couldn't leave them there...
I thought planters, storage, tool totes, cubbies...
CUBBIES !!!
WALL SHELF !!!
OFFICE !!!
I filled up a spray bottle with a vinegar/steel wool solution.
I wanted an aged look.
Caution:
If you try this spray-on idea make sure to run your solution through a coffee filter or the little pieces of steel wool will clog the spray bottle...
If you try this spray-on idea make sure to run your solution through a coffee filter or the little pieces of steel wool will clog the spray bottle...
They started changing color right away...
When they were dry I screwed them together.
I tried a variety of patterns but in the end I liked a nice symmetrical rectangle.
I added rusty hinges and a number for decoration...
I added brackets to the bottom so I could hang it
from the wall above my desk in the office...
It ended up to be the perfect size for over my desk.
from the wall above my desk in the office...
Big enough to hold dishes, pails, and tins for organizers.
Wow! What a bargain and I love how you used them. Looks fantastic.
ReplyDeleteThey are fantastical! A perfect fit and they give you so much organized storage. Loveit.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE that! And what a deal on those crates!
ReplyDeleteLove it! What a wonderful idea!
ReplyDeleteHolly
Oh, this is an idea that's going to be pinned all over for sure ;-) Love it! Love the hinges!
ReplyDeleteSuch a lucky find! They look great above your desk, which is really cute as well. :-)
ReplyDeleteThe shelves turned out great!
ReplyDeleteLOVE WHAT YOU DID WITH THE SHELVES, GREAT IMAGINATION, I WOULD LOVE TO FEATURE THEM IF THATS OK WITH YOU, JUST LET ME KNOW.
ReplyDeleteLAUREN
wooooooow!!!
ReplyDeleteThis looks awesome! I've seen those at the craft store. I'm in need of some storage in my room. Thanks for the great idea!
ReplyDeleteSo smart! You always finds the best stuff!
ReplyDeleteJeanine
I knew as soon as I saw the raw product I was going to love what ever you did. And I do.
ReplyDeleteBliss
Fabulous idea! I've got a whole box of mini crates in the garage, I think I am going to need to give this a try with some of them!
ReplyDeleteClever girl. Love this!
ReplyDeletewow,,great deal. love how you turned them into a shelf.
ReplyDeleteLOVE it! You found a great deal and what you did with them looks amazing!
ReplyDeleteSooo cool...love the added metal hardware etc!! Laurel
ReplyDeleteWow, that is really cool. What a find and such a great transformation!
ReplyDeleteThat is fabulous! Great idea - I would love to create something similar!
ReplyDeleteI would love if you came by to link this up to my party happening NOW! I would love to have you there!
Stacey of Embracing Change
http://staceyembracingchange.blogspot.com
this is sooo cool! it came out fantastic!
ReplyDeletei'm a member over at junkmarket style, and i saw your wall cubbies there, so decided to pay you a visit! i'm going to put you on my blogroll so i can keep up with what else you're up to! i blog about repurposing and upcycling as well, so it's like meeting a kindred spirit! you can visit me sometime too, if you want @ lifewithrepurpose.blogspot.com
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debra
I must have been mia when you posted this - AWESOMELY FABULOUS JOB!!!!! I can't express how much I adore this. Fantastic!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea!
ReplyDeleteThose turned out great! I'm looking for ideas for shelves for my son's room...will have to remember these!
ReplyDeleteWay cool idea!! Those are the cutest coolest crates ever! Love the hinge addition. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Susan! I love, love, love your crates - very well done! I've got this linked to my DIY crates projects post too today!
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