It’s a good day when I can say that I’m able to not only rescue #trashure from the landfill, but also have some creative fun along the way. I’ve listed all the items in my loot below. However, today, I’m tackling an upcycled fence panel project that will show you two ways to recreate these trashed items. Ready for some junky fun?
Here’s the breakdown of my loot:
- bread box makeover
- panels we cut into baseboard for our girls’ bedroom remodel (coming soon)
- wicker table I fixed up and sold in my online shop
- an 80’s waterbed frame I already upcycled (SEE HERE)
- small tongue & groove shed door became my friends kitchen door
- dog-earned fence panels already painted white for today
- two patina-perfect plywood panels into farmhouse art
- the old ladder into tiered drawers stand
DIY DOG TIME
First, let’s take a closer look at what I’m working with. If you’re not familiar with fence terms, these are two dog-eared fence panels. Thankfully, when I found them set out for trash, they’re already painted a gloss white.
The only thing I need to do now is to make my vision come to life. As a matter of fact, I measure the lengths to see what I have to work with. Then, after that, I use my miter saw to make a few chop-chops. tee hee.
My goal for most of it is to make a wooden tote using my tutorial HERE. Next, as soon as I have the pieces cut, I drill two holes in the end pieces, and assemble using my nailer.
Last, as soon as my tote is assembled, I add a bit more flair with this set of antique drawers pulls and…
…add a few grain sack stripes for Frenchie funk. woot! Where would I be without my junk loot?
Oh, and I also have one leftover piece that I am pairing up with some more of my junk stash and painting up too. eep!
WHICH ONE?
Alright, folks. It’s time to tell me which of the two projects is your favorite. To begin with, here’s the scrap piece of upcycled fence panel paired with remnants from my kitchen range hood, an antique upright grand piano, and my ceiling chandelier.
If the typography looks familiar, you might remember it from this blanket chest I did a few years ago. I just love the fat sheep!
Not only did I get to use up my sweet stash, but I also get some artistic spin in there too. yeehaw!
Afterward, here’s what I did with the majority of the wood to make a wooden tote.
Again, I’m smitten! It was already painted which is total win, but I additionally got to make it fun as well.
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Finally, after all is said and done, my goal is to inspire you. In addition, leave me some comment love below, do pin and share my upcycled fence panel creations to inspire others too.
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Rebecca - NC says
Gosh…. Tough choice!!! They’re both great!!! I guess if forced, I’d have to go with the tote….. only because it’s so versatile!! From an aesthetic point, I’d say it’s a tie!!! They’re both so gorgeous!!!!!! ?
Larissa says
Same. I’m typically a function over form kinda gal, but I have fun with my work. Thanks for making it worthwhile, Rebecca.
Stephanie Harris says
Happy Day!
I love totes. Ahmmmm I have a few
Now you’ve given me an idea
Many blessings
Larissa says
They’re so handy for many things. Thank you, Stephanie.
Verletta Brown says
I can’t decide, they are both cute!!! Your creativity is amazing, and you should have your own HGTV show……just saying
Larissa says
too funny as apparently I’ve been told that before. Not sure I’d do it though! I’d settle for a quiet home in the country. http://www.housebeautiful.com/design-inspiration/g3736/bloggers-should-be-on-hgtv/
Jill says
These are both SO darling!!
I honestly can’t choose between the two…I have a soft spot for fat sheep as well; but I just love that tote, too!!
Larissa says
awww…me too with the sheep. tee hee! Thanks so much, Jill. 🙂
Mary says
Oh my! I looked at the photo of that hot mess of junk stash and thought, now what is she going to do? I love how that evolved into that cute sign with the fat sheep!! 🙂 And the tote too… love how you embellished it with the drawer pull and the stripes and topography…so cool, Larissa! I bet you are working on these in your sleep? 🙂 So creative! Thank you for making time to creatively inspire us. Wishing you a great weekend!
Larissa says
My mind never rests, honestly. I have fun with what I do and it is good therapy for me. Thank you, Mary.
Niki says
Cute, cute, cute. Teehee……I don’t know why but I am always drawn to wooden boxes. I bet you are happy to have some more of your pile taken care of. Have a great weekend Larissa!!
Larissa says
Thanks! That whole pile is gone and I am doing a happy dance. Back at ya, Niki!