Before: metal flower frogs used to hold flower stems in place to create the perfect bouquet
After: can hold pens / pencils / paint brushes upright, and display your favorite bits of vintage paper
Before: wood hangers to hold clothing of all sorts
After: casual way to display your favorite piece of art without any causing any damage to the piece
Before: lonesome plate or tray that is the only one left in a set
After: used to organize your desk supplies, and put by your front door to catch your keys / pocket change / phone when you walk in
Before: industrial wood ruler to take measures and then fold up for convenience
After: show off your favorite pictures / postcards / greeting cards / flashcards by slipping them in the grooves
Before: suitcases that hold your possessions while traveling the world
After: with the help of added legs or wheels, side tables that also provide plenty of storage
Before: metal milk crate used to deliver farm fresh milk
After: wall mounted shelf to hold books, blankets, or collection of your choice
Before: random cups / mugs / glasses lining the shelves of thrift shops
After: charming holder for hand poured candles
Great ideas! I love repurposing!
ReplyDeleteNeat. I really like the milk crate!
ReplyDeleteThis post is amazing! I love finding new uses for beautiful vintage treasures. The photo with the test tubes is my favorite.
ReplyDeleteI have vintage flower frogs for sale at my shop Three Ponds Vintage (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32164535)
I LOVE this post!
ReplyDeletegorgeous work. I particularly like the wooden ruler. Have never in my life come across one of those types before so think I am going to have to do some searching :)
ReplyDeletethanks for including us, glad you like our picnic plate organizers! super fun.
ReplyDeleteNice ideas - I love the old wooden ruler - I have one of those and will definately use it in a different way now. Thanks!
ReplyDeletelove love love this post
ReplyDeleteVery cool!
ReplyDeleteincluded your vintage folding ruler in this post:
ReplyDeletehttp://blueheartlove.blogspot.com/2009/10/etsy-finds-in-my-faves.html
p.s. my blog is new but hopefully it will grow.