We are currently in kitchen demo mode and what better way to participate than by creating something with my repurposed kitchen cabinets, right? I love to take unwanted items and turn them into something new.
DIY TIME
So, the other day I was as giddy as a kid in a candy store because I got to yank out some of my upper kitchen cabinets for my remodel. (You can read about our remodel HERE) We are finishing up the flooring and will be moving on to counters, sink, and bar soon. I’m excited!!
Once I was done giving myself a workout, here is what was left…
Since my house looks like a complete tornado hit it right now with my appliances in my living room and furniture coming out the wazoo, I wasn’t about to stuff this mess into a corner. Oh no, it was going to find a purpose and quick. (plus, I don’t throw anything away if I can help it)
The first subject for my repurposed kitchen cabinets idea as this wooden scalloped valance that went above my sink.
Though my house was built in the 50’s I think this was pretty much original to the kitchen and hated to remove it, but it didn’t suit our new look. I took it out to my my new compound miter saw and gave a few buzzes.
Can I just say this saw has made my life so much easier! And… notice the chaos everywhere after I just got a garage makeover? tsk. Never fails.
FIRST REVEAL
After a little bit of assembly, here is what I came up with for that valance…
…a sweet centerpiece for my newly refinished table! I love its spring-like feel and the scalloped design.
I just cut the pieces to size, added a piece of plywood to the bottom, and then nailed it all together with my nail gun. Easy and effective – my kind of decor.
NEXT STEPS
My next choice of “junk” from my repurposed kitchen cabinets pile was the face of the cabinet. I had to tear it apart to remove it, but it still has life.
I gave it a good sanding with
my orbital sander and then filled the holes with wood filler.
Once prepped and ready to go, I used my other life-saving tools, my Kreg Jig and drill to create a few pocket screw holes.
SECOND REVEAL
It wasn’t long after that I decided to turn it into this…
…a message center fit for a family. I added a piece of chipboard on the one side painted with flat black paint and on the other a piece of cork board to create a place to tack up a memo or reminder.
For the bottom, I added a piece of board to create a shelf with a tiny canning jar I found while fleatiquing. My favorite part is the hand-carved wooden buttons I nabbed from my stash, and I adhered to push pins.
Aren’t they cute? They jar is glued down as well with some E6000®, so it isn’t going anywhere and makes a great place to store chalk, pens, pencils… whatever.
By the way, did you know you can sharpen regular ol’ chalk with a pencil sharpener? Makes for nice clean lines with your chalkboard art and much like chalk markers. I love hacks like that!
In the meantime, I hope you’ve enjoyed seeing how my nutty brain works. Oh, and yes, I do have more plans for the remainder of that pile. hee hee hee. You can see what I did with that shelf HERE.
Do pin and share so that others can be inspired to see the goodness that lies in their junk. ♥
MORE FUN
Later on this week is another sweet makeover. My subject is my very own sideboard. eep! It’s coming out of my kitchen remodel and the question is….will I keep it? Come on over to find out.
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While you’re at it, here are more rethunk junk for you like my repurposed kitchen cabinets:
Those are two cute projects.
Thank you, Debra!
You never cease to amaze! Loving that message center especially. Can’t wait to see your kitchen when it’s done…and I know you’re feeling the same way lol. XOXO
Oh yes, can’t wait! We are wrapping up our floor and moving on to counters soon. Thanks, Christy!
These are both so cute. The scalloped centerpiece is so cute. I was especially surprised by the message board! Brilliant thinking on your part Larissa!
I can’t wait to make use of the rest. Thanks, Mary!
Looking good.. it’s always cool to repurpose that which has done it job and now takes on a new role. Have fun remodeling your kitchen , looking forward to seeing the end result.
Absolutely, Greg. Thanks for the encouragement and I, too, am looking forward to the end. 😉
Wow, those are awesome Larissa!!! Great job on both!!!
xo
Nancy
You are so creative and talented. You inspire me in so many ways. Keep up the great work. I love your blog the BEST! You are so “down-to-earth.” Love it. Sherry
OK. you’ve done it again! Now I have to hunt down a piece of scalloped wood. NOT just any wood. SCALLOPED wood! lol No, I don’t want to jigsaw my own….you didn’t work that hard! I just love that centerpiece. It could be used so many ways. Thanks for all the good work.
hahaha…too awesome, Linda! I hope you get your scalloped wood and have fun. Thank you for the love!
Both of these projects are super cute – of course! You’re a genius at making sure nothing goes to waste, Larissa!
It’s sort of a curse in a way, Jen, because I can’t let everything go. I would at least give it away. hee hee. Thanks so much for the love!
I feel your renovation chaos pain Larissa. Just think how amazing your kitchen is going to be when it’s done. Did you guys recently add the stained beams on the ceiling or were they already there? Repurposing the cabinet trim into a planter is perfection – it’s like it was begging to become one! The command center is perfect too. Pinning to share your repurposing talents!
Word, girl. It complete chaos with furniture work, remodeling, homeschooling, cooking…yes! Thanks for loving on my projects, Marie. You know there’ll be more to come! 😉
Oh how I love that scalloped caddy! Love your imagination for repurposing!!
It’s fun to get crafty with it. hee hee. 😉 Thank you, Kimm!
Love it! Very inspirational!
Thank you!
Hi I just signed up for your web site and love your ideas. Can’t wait for more. Love & Peace. Kim
That’s wonderful to hear, Kim. Thank you!
Okay,the plans that I had to make the coffeetable flowerboxes just went right out the window.
I’m now on the hunt for scalloped wood, I love this site. 4ever.
hahahaha!!! How fun you are, Kimberly. 😀 Thank you for the love!
Such cute creative ideas…
Thank you, Geri Ann!
Very cute and clever not to mention great little reminders of what used to be.
Thank you, Jolena! 🙂