Once a junker, always a junker…even a junker who shares the love with her kids. Scripture says, “Train up a child in the way he should go, even when he grows older, he will not abandon it.” Proverbs 22:6. And so, look at this goodie my son pulled from the trash one fine spring day. What is it? I assume it’s a toolbox, but what’s better than that is I have a vision for this as a antique medical box. Are you with me?
Originally, Mr. O picked it out and brought it home to lock up his goodies. Since he’s now a newbie to the DIY world, he wanted to paint it, but I said he shouldn’t. Not only is that red paint awesome, but it also tells a story. For a year or so, he let it sit on the floor collecting dust. Then, I finally told him it’s time to clean up the space and he put it out for trash. {{gasp}} NOO!!
Apparently, he removed the hinges and threw them away (say what?!) because of one thing…he lost the key to his lock.
With this in mind, I ask him if I can have a try at giving it new life and he eagerly agreed.
DIY TIME
So, you may be wondering why I am interested in this crusty old thing? Well, because I see the potential in what it can become. Furthermore, a few years ago, I found a wall clock thrown out for trash and turned it into a Swiss medical cabinet. With that past project in mind, I decide to add a bit to this to make it into an antique medical box. Sounds good, right?
First, I need to get the lock off it…ahem.
In order to do that, I use my bolt cutters and it comes off relatively easy.
Then, I need to replace those hinges. Thankfully, I have these hinges leftover from my recent upcycle of a vintage sewing machine table that suit this box perfectly.
However, the lid of the box is pretty thin, so I cut reinforcements out of scrap luan to add to the back so I can use screws to hold the hinges in place. Originally, the screws stuck out into the box as I remember warning my son to be careful of them.
Last, once assembled, I add another scrap piece of wood to the interior for a shelf. Also, I paint the inside of the lid white. As a final point, I’m a sucker for typography using my transfer method, so I had to add that as well. eep!
MEDICAL FIX
Finally, after my little DIY stent, this now antique medical box is ready to add a bit of spunk to someone’s wall decor. I love it!
Not only does it have that rustic vibe, but it also offers storage for daily grind goodies, medical supplies.
Maybe I’m a little on the nutty side for seeing the potential in this #trashure. However, that’s what makes my DIY adventures fun. Additionally, make this a part of your home story by finding it available in my online store.
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Love that you let it’s beauty shine and gave it new life!!! 🥰
It was meant to be more. 😉 Thanks so much, Rebecca. I hope you have a blessed day!
I looove red boxes. I love boxes period and baskets…, I love your projects. Blessings +
You are such a kindred spirit!! 😀 Thanks so much!
Love this. Perfect for a medical kit, Thanks for bringing it back to life! Happy Easter to you and yours.🦋🦋🦋
Thank you! I couldn’t let it go to waste in the landfill. 😀
What an interesting little box. It does make me wonder what it used to be, but once again your creativity made it what it should’ve always been!
Going to church at noon today, all area pastors usually get together for this service and break down Jesus’ comments from the cross so each one takes a turn with a mini sermon about the statement. It’s a somber day. But the good news is “He has Risen” Happy Resurrection to you and yours Larissa!
HE LIVES!! Yes, such a glorious time and I’m excited to share in the gift. Thanks so much for stopping by!
Not knowing the size; First thing that came to my mind when I first seen that red box, I was thinking that it would make for a perfect First Aide Box to put in trunk of your car.
Wonderful make-over.
Wishing you and your family a Very Happy and Blessed Easter.
Great minds! It was used on a wall per the holes and mount on the back, I thought even a fire protection kit or something like it.
Thank you and you too! He lives!
Now… that’s a creative makeover !! I would have liked it in my family home, so the kids could have easily found bandaids etc for all their little scuffs, Hmmm, my kids dad was quite a home woodworker / handyman. He sometimes had his own scuffs needing attention. Would have worked well on the garage, or basement workroom wall.
Great makeover !
You Do have visions. 🙂
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I love that it brought back memories of your dad and his handiwork. That’s what this creative journey is all about. 😀 Thanks for sharing!
Love, love, love! My husband and I are both in the medical field, so this resonates with me. Super fun makeover!
Easter blessings to you!!🌷
That’s wonderful to hear, Jill! It made my day. Thank you!