A Nautical Buoy Crate

Fence boards to create a nautical crate for storage.

After taking apart an old whitewashed gate I was anxious to use the reclaimed wood.

White washed weathered gate

The wood had a beautiful weathered patina from being outside for years. 

This buoy was my nautical inspiration for this project.

red and white buoy for inspiration

I began by creating a box with the gate slats, attaching 2 slats to the front as a partial cover.

When I attached the bottom 2 slats I made them longer than the box and cut the top to create a point.

Using a 1" hole bit I cut a hole for hanging.

clamping the wood to hold it together to create a storage crate

Wood glue and screws make this box sturdy.

I used a long clamp to hold the boards together while the wood glue dried.

When the box was finished I used painter's tape to mask off 2 lines for red stripes.

red stripes to create a buoy look on a DIY crate

I stenciled on a number, distressed the paint, and added a rope thorough the hole for hanging.

White washed weathered wood for a buoy crate

And now the old gate is a nautical buoy box.

Perfect where ever you may need a little extra storage.

red and white striped buoy nautical buoy crate

Like in the bathroom because toilet paper fits perfectly inside.

bathroom storage buoy crate nautical weathered wood

Please share on Facebook or Pinterest by clicking the boxes below or leave a nice comment at the bottom of this page. 

Want to receive Homeroad’s latest post in your inbox? 
Please sign up for email in the sidebar above.

Click to follow Homeroad…

Facebook     Pinterest     Twitter     Instagram






       
Homeroad
Homeroad

I am Susan, the author and creator at Homeroad. I am a wife, mother of 4 daughters, and a grandmother of 5 and counting. I am a retired teacher, a DIY blogger and an artist at heart. .

Older Post Newer Post

Comments

  1. ANNEAugust 9, 2012 at 8:18 AM

    Awesome idea!!

    ReplyDelete
  2. Korrie@RedHenHomeAugust 9, 2012 at 10:20 AM

    This is a super cute project!

    ReplyDelete
  3. Town and Country GalsAugust 9, 2012 at 11:48 AM

    Susan,
    what a way to make TP look good! Vety cute and beachy, love it!
    Rebecca

    ReplyDelete
  4. BlissAugust 10, 2012 at 10:14 AM

    Can I just say I like your new toilet paper holder.

    ~Bliss~

    ReplyDelete
  5. thistlewoodfarmAugust 10, 2012 at 10:49 AM

    What a great idea! I need to make this for the upstairs bathroom!

    blessings,
    karianne

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment

Thank you for stopping by, I love your comments and I will do my best to reply to all your questions and comments. By leaving a comment you are consenting to your email being collected for communication purposes only. Your privacy is important to me.
Have a nice day.
Susan