Anyone here love storage bins like I do? Not only are we in the middle of our kitchen remodel, but a few weeks ago I showed you what I did with a few of the cabinets I had pulled out, like this flower trough…
…and this chalkboard.
In addition, even my latest project using the cabinet doors.
After that, I promised that I would show you what I would do with the rest of my junk stash, and this shelf that flanked my sink area is next on the hit list. It looks to me like storage bins. Do you see it?
DIY TIME
With that in mind, I head to my scrap pile that is singing to me, “Here I come to save the day!” and grab a few pieces of wood to make front slats to enclose the bins. However, the wood wasn’t the right width or length, so to fix that I use our table saw and then our miter saw.
Subsequently, once the bin slats were cut, I use my Kreg Jig and drill to make pocket screw holes that allow me to assemble with no visible hardware.
NEXT STEPS
Finally, I’m ready to stain those pieces and I just love the Early American stain. I have used it on endless projects like our master bedroom, bathroom remodel, and furniture, like my dresser.
Last, to add a touch of fun, I decided to make faux chalkboard labels using my transfer method and a touch of white.
TIP: I use a toothpick to make fine lines/details and comes in so handy when painting small objects like toys, etc.
Then, once the parts are all dry, I assemble it all together and get my repurposed kitchen cabinet storage bins.
Aren’t they fun? I love the endless uses they have for entry (store your kids’ stuff), kitchen utensils, bathroom toiletries, laundry supplies. Likewise, if you would love to have this set of storage bins, you can find them in my online shop.
Even more, I still have one more cabinet left in my stash to find a new purpose. Hmmm…what will it become?
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As always, I share my projects with you to get you thinking in a different way before trashing something useful. In addition, be sure to pass along the inspiration – pin and share! ♥
Next up, this vintage chest of drawers will be getting a new look for our Themed Furniture Makeover Day. Head here to see!
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I LOVE what you did with that shelf–its adorable!
Thanks so much, Karen! It was meant to be.
That was just too cute! It’s all about the way you can resee something.
Yes, exactly! You are just as good at it, Mary, and rockin’ your part of the world. 🙂
How in the world do you find the time do all that you do??? God surely blesses your creativity!! I love your blog
I don’t eat, sleep, or shower. bwahahahaha…I’m just a busy-bee. Thank you, Melinda!
“Resee” must be Larissa’s middle name! The shelf is brilliant!
hahahaha…hugs to you, Ellen! 😉
You are so inspiring. I love to “see” after you are finished, what YOU “see” in some discardable thing. I love your blog!
Woot, Woot!! Thank you for uplifting me, Sherry. I have fun! 😀
Love this. You have inspired me to spruce up mine a little better! Thank you for sharing!
Awesome to hear, Lindsay. Thank you!
You see so many of those corner cabinets in the landfill heaps. What a great way to repurpose them Larissa! I promised to make my daughter a coffee mug hanger with storage – you just inspired what I’ll use for the storage component! Pinning to share?
Yes! You are a good mama, and I can’t wait to see what you whip up, Marie!
Love this idea. You are such a visionary. You see things that none of us see.
Thank you, Debra. I sometimes just can’t help myself and find it hard to get things out of my brain. ha!
That is a GREAT idea! And you did a beautiful job!
Thanks so much for saying so, Wendy. I’m so happy with the outcome.