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Repurposed Rolling Pins

It’s that time again! Trashy Treasures time comes on the second Tuesday of every month. Join me and my blogger friends as we share with you our latest projects geared to inspire. While you’ll see their projects in a bit, take a peek at the last of my Curb le Chic haul (aka. #trashure). I just had to nab that enamel pail full of those goodies. How about some repurposed rolling pins fun?

Curbside Rolling Pins Before Repurposing | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Also, don’t forget I found those mini houses in there from my last project from this haul.

Antique Trash Picking | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Take a peek I what I’ve created from this haul below:

So awesome, right? Well, today I’m taking these rolling pins and making something new with them. Here’s what I have to work with.

Wooden Rolling Pins Before Repurposed | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Thankfully, all are solid wood, except for this snowman one. I’m passing that one on to one of my little birds fledging the nest.

Snowman Rolling Pin Handle | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

DIY TIME

First, I take note of size and condition. Thankfully, I don’t have much variation between them and find a couple identical.

Upcycled Wooden Rolling Pin | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Then, I head out to my workshop and tools to have my way with them. I start by twisting/pulling off one end of three of the rolling pins. and removing the handle.

Disassembling Rolling Pin | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

After that, I take the center hollow-core dowel and use my miter saw to 45-degree 4″ cuts on both ends.

Measuring Rolling Pin | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Miter Saw Cutting Rolling Pin | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Cut Rolling Pin Piece | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

However, when I got to one end of a shorter rolling pin, it is too short to safely cut. To remedy that, I hammer in a dowel and add length so I can cut with my fingers out of the way.

Cutting Rolling Pin Hack | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Don’t forget I nearly buzzed my lefthand fingertips off on my table saw a few years back while remodeling my mudroom. OUCH. This added dowel makes my cut accurate and safe. Next, I attach the pieces to a piece of reclaimed oak leftover from my kitchen remodel.

Video Tour of Prodigal Pieces Farmhouse Kitchen Remodel Reveal | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

I measure and mark and then use two screws from behind to secure the cut rolling pins to the board.

Meanwhile, I also cut the handles steel using my Dremel leaving a bit behind so I can glue them back in with e6000 adhesive.

Cutting Handle Metal Rod of Rolling Pins | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

After that, I paint the handles a soft white using a shoe box to hold them upright.

Rolling Pin Handles Before | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Painting Rolling Pin Handles | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Likewise, I just have to say that I am IN LOVE with my barefoot journey and just got another pair of FeelGrounds shoes to match my littlest before she’s now little any longer.

FeelGrounds Metallic Luxe Hightops Barefoot Minimalist Shoes | prodgalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Now back to the fun…

HANGIN’ UP

Finally, here they are in new form and function for my first repurposed rolling pins project.

Rustic Repurposed Rolling Pins Coat Rack by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodgalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

DIY Rolling Pin Coat Rack by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

DIY Farmhouse Kitchen Decor from Repurposed Rolling Pins by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

This longer one is made by the two similar rolling pins. while this smaller one is made from a single pin that has a smaller diameter.

DIY Small Rolling Pin Rack by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Side View Double Repurposed Rolling Pins Rack by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Not only are they whimsical fun, but also functional for just hangin’ around.

PART DEUX

Last, but not least, the two misfits are also getting a new look and function. First, I stain the barrel of one and the handles of the other.

Staining Repurposed Rolling Pins | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Then, reverse the effect by painting the barrel of one and handles of the other. After that, for the painted barrel, I want to add a bit of design by using tissue paper decoupage using a thinned school glue. You can see how I’ve used this same technique in these past posts.

Striped Tissue Paper for Decoupage | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

And here are these repurposed rolling pins for fun decor.

Rustic Farmhouse Wall Decor Made from Repurposed Rolling Pins by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodgalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

DIY Farmhouse Rolling Pin Set by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Reclaimed Rolling Pins Tuned Farmhouse Decor by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

I think it would be sweet to print a tea towel with a loved one’s handwritten recipe here. What say you? You can find these and more available locally as well as my online store.

Shop Prodigal Pieces Furniture, Vintage Finds, Handmade Goods, & Supplies for your home | shop.prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

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As always, my goal is to inspire you to not only create your own home story, but also be willing to give DIY a try. Mix it up and make memories that last a lifetime. In addition, pin and share to inspire others too.

Curbside loot allows Larissa of Prodigal Pieces to create Repurposed Rolling Pins Decor | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces
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Comments

  1. Jennifer says

    I love them all! You’re very creative!

    • Larissa says

      What a happy thing to read your comment. Thank you for the smile, Jennifer! 😀

  2. Christy James says

    I just knew you would do something so stinking creative with these! I love how your mind works! XOXO

    • Larissa says

      aww… thanks for the love, Christy! I had several ideas and tried to pare it down. haha. Here’s to junk!

  3. Susan says

    It never ceases to amaze me how you make something out of nothing 😁. So creative!

  4. Denise - Salvaged Inspirations says

    You are the queen of creativity Larissa! I have NO idea how you come up with these brilliant whimsy ideas. I’m always excited to see what you’re going to do! PINNED XOXO

    • Larissa says

      How fun to hear, Denise! I sure have fun reimagining things. Thank you!

  5. Marietta says

    Your ability to change things up is amazing!

  6. Niki says

    That’s so fun!! Hooks or pegs are always a need in any house. I found it worked better to have hooks in my mud room than a rod and hangers.

    • Larissa says

      happy dance!! 😀 I had fun creating and getting back in my stash. Thank you, Niki.

  7. Cyndi says

    I had no idea where you were going with these. LOL Great ideas. I might have to try the hanger one with a rolling pin made by my husband’s great-uncle about a century ago.

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