Whenever I throw away old furniture or see it lying on the road, I often wonder if certain parts could still be put to good use - old drawers, for example. After all, those beloved dressers and wardrobes cost a pretty penny at one time. Here are a few ways to repurpose old drawers and give them a new lease on life.
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#1
Hang a drawer upright on the wall, cover the bottom with extra wallpaper or gift wrap and voilĂ - your new bulletin board is complete. You can either glue a cork board under the paper or paint the base with magnetic paint.
#2
Or you could hang a drawer directly on the wall without any fancy extras. It makes for a beautiful shelf on its own.
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#3
Paint several same size drawers different colors and create a fantastic shelving collage.
#4
This drawer was made into a mirror. You can custom order a piece of mirror glass to fit whatever size you need.
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#5
It's easy to customize the inside of old drawers with extra wood or wire: One for nail polish, for example.
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#6
Drawers made of wire mesh are perfect for attaching hooks.
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#7
The highlight of this jewelry case is definitely the hooks made of old wooden spools. You don't have to spend years collecting them, however, they are available online.
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#8
A class combination: jewelry hanger and shelf!
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#9
Drawers posing as a lamp can save you some table space.
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#10
If you screw two drawers together and attach legs, it makes a great storage space for a hallway or living room.
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#11
Snacks on snacks on snacks. A great idea for buffets!
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#12
Don't forget Fido and friends - drop an old pillow into the drawer and you have a cozy new place for your furry friend to cuddle!
#13
You can even plant a tiny garden. In this case, make sure to protect the bottom of the drawer from extra water. You could cover it with foil or plastic, for example.
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#14
These sweet drawers give the famous hanging gardens of Babylon a run for their money.
#15
Or just use the whole front piece of the drawer.
