Earlier this week, I showed you my farmhouse metal art that came from repurposing a couple of quirky thrift store finds. At that time, I promised I would show you what I did with the other antique table leg I had left of a set. Here is my stash for today that I’m going to turn into an Easter cross (since the glorious holiday is fast-approaching) Also, it’s Power Tool Challenge time! Woot! Check out the end of the post for my blogger friend’s projects too.
Most might see a pile of trash, but this would-be junk is perfect for my vision. Furthermore, in this “mess” is a vintage cake pan, a piece of pallet wood, and crib rail spindles. Same as in my last project, I use my drill to take that antique table leg hole all the way through.
DIY TIME
My plan is to stick that antique table leg in the center of the cake pan, so I then whittled a bit off of the one end with my utility knife to make it fit. Next, I use a hacksaw to cut a couple of the crib rail spindles to length. Sometimes you don’ t need power tools, right?
Those spindles become the cross pieces and then I use that piece of pallet wood to add text. In order to attach the sign to the cross, I used on of my rusted square head nails. Want to rust your own? Just head HERE to get the tutorial.
Last, after adding a slip of a vintage lace tablecloth (I always grab those when thrifting), I totally thought the cake pan base looked perfect as a planter. Some of my girls and I filled it with succulents. I have the best helpers in the world!
THE REVEAL
My funky, repurposed Easter cross is ready to celebrate the glory of my Savior’s reign.
For me, this creation is not only a symbol of God’s love for us and His victory over the grave, but also the succulents are symbolic of how His love is fresh and new every morning.
At one point, I felt like how this Easter cross used used to be – feeling worn and needing new purpose.
I am eternally thankful that I have a heavenly Father that sees fit to never quit on me and throw me out in the trash.
Next time you see some “junk” I hope you are inspired to get creative and make something new. Addititionally, if you would love to have this as you own, you can find it and more in my online shop.
Magic Linen Waffle Blanket ~ $130
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Finally, I hope you have a blessed Easter season. In addition, pin and share to inspire others! ♥
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Before you head off, take a minute to check out all this power tool goodness from my blogger friends…
Chevron Wood Easter Egg by Kim Six Fix
Fruit and Vegetable Bin by by Designs By Studio C
Wooden Swing Shelf by Domestically Speaking
Wooden Easter Eggs by Create And Babble
Repurposed Easter Cross by Prodigal Pieces
Planter Box Centerpiece by Refresh Restyle
Upcycled Drawer Front Planter by Confessions of A Seral DIY’er
Rustic 3 Panel Wall Decor by Designed Decor
Key West DIY Wood Planter Box by H2OBungalow
Baseball Bookends by Virginia Seweet Pea
Chair Back Bird Feeder by Interior Frugalista
Wood Slice Rolling Plant Stand by My Repurposed Life
Also, more inspiration for you like my repurposed Easter cross:
I adore your upcycled spindle project! It works great at Easter and then if you take the sign off it could hold other things during the rest of the year. Pretty! .
Exactly. 😀 Thank you, Wendi!
So simple but powerful. Love it.
That’s fantastic to hear. Thank you. 🙂
That cross is a blessing!
This is wonderful and very meaningful. i have a BUNDLE of spindles I have been collecting over the years. Now I can make some crosses out of them. PS this last weekend , I bought a beautiful vintage flower arrangement that had three spindles in it along with the flowers. It was very nice. Just passing along to you as another use for your longer skinny spindles. I am going to dry brush some of mine to add a little color in my floral arrangements. Thanks!
That would be wonderful and thanks for the tip! I actually have plans for the rest of those with a project soon. hee hee hee.
Wonderful!
Larissa, it is so wonderful what you did and the message and hope it gives to us all.
Thank you,
I truly wanted to inspire. Thank you, Jolinda!
Beautiful way to celebrate Easter & the resurrection of Christ! Love it! Going to show this to my momma who is in charge of the church decorations. She will love this for the entry table. We’ll have all the stuff needed in the old milk barn to make it. Just have to get some succulents. Thanks for the inspiration!!
That’s wonderful to hear, Sherry! Thank you so much for the love.
Very, very beautiful and so creative with the cake pan at the bottom as a planter! 🙂
Thank you so much, Cher!
You seriously blow me away with your skills at repurposing junk into beautiful pieces. This is no exception Larissa! Your little helpers are adorable. Judging by the fact that they are wearing dresses with no jackets tells me that Spring is in the air where you are. It snowed here last night and I’m so done with Winter 🙁
You are da bomb as well, Marie! Yes, up and down temps here, but I’m still aching for sun, sun, SUN!
A very inspirational post Larissa. We sh uld not forget the meaning of Easter among all the bunnies and eggs. A blessed Easter to you and your family.
Thank you, Mary. I for one only have the cross. 🙂
So pretty – love that you added the succulents!
Thank you, Maryann!
What a great repurpose and reminder of what our Savior has done for us.
Thanks so much, Adina. It’s the least I could do.
I love seeing what you create with junk that most people would never give a second glance. This is perfect for Easter and you can use it year after year.
Thank you so much, Paula. Half the fun is creating and sharing. 🙂
Love this inspirational idea!
Wonderful!! 😀
This is so beautiful, Larissa! I loved to see your girls helping as well!
They are always lurking the shadows and love to watch. It’s fun! Thank you!
What a perfect Easter decoration. And it is so lovely to see the kids too!
Thanks, Kim! They are my best cheerleaders. 🙂
So creative and what a beautiful statement for this season of Lent!
Thank you!
All I can say is WOW! I absolutely love this! I must make one for myself!
Wonderful to hear! Thank you, Carole. 😀
One of my favorite projects you have posted.
How wonderful! Thank you so much.
Thank you for doing an Easter post reminding us that Christ’s death and resurrection is the true meaning of Easter. I believe this cross is my favorite makeover that you’ve ever done! Thanks for sharing this inspirational message for us and for not being afraid to share your faith with your followers! You rock!!!
How wonderful to hear. Yes, so very exciting that we can celebrate and look forward to His return and Reign. He is risen!
This is so beautiful. Happy Easter
Thank you so much, Debra. You too!
This is absolutely beautiful and i hope to make one to grace my porch in time for Easter Sunday. Thank you for sharing.
So sweet of you to say, Monica. Happy Easter to you. He lives!
I have my niece’s baby bed that her Mom had painted and wondered what to do with it, but this would be a perfect project. Thank you so much for sharing this!
That’s so fun to hear. Enjoy!