Top
Subscribe for free and never miss a post

Upcycled Salt & Pepper Set with Junkified Stand

Tell me I’m not alone here…k. I walk into the thrift store to look for one thing, then, of course, the rest of the store calls. (aka. sirens…the kind that beckon you) Am I right? Can I help that 5 sets of these wooden gems were sitting there waiting for me? I think not. I say it’s time for some upcycled salt & pepper sets. Game ON.

Wooden Salt & Pepper Set Before Makeover by Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com

At this point you may be wondering why on earth I need 5 sets of these? Well, truth be told I don’t. However, isn’t that how thrift shopping works? We buy things we don’t need because it’s a deal. Yeah…you know it! {{fist pump}}

In all seriousness though, I shop for project pieces mostly and I know that most every one loves these sets. While I debated on stripping these down to raw wood and giving a rustic vibe, my kids and I agreed they needed some fun.

TIME TO DIY

First order of business is to clean off the grime and see what we’re up against. Rubbing alcohol or diluted vinegar is a great way to spruce them up. I cleaned both inside and out to give a great starting point. Some had damage to the parts that was an easy fix too.

Cleaning Vintage Salt & Pepper Shakers with Rubbing Alcohol | prodigalpieces.com

Then, after the thorough cleaning, I envisioned what my end result would be. I came up with a fun, creative plan. mwahahaha…

You see, not only did I have a plan for an upcycled salt & pepper mill set, but also a stand to hold them in. For that to happen I chose to go with paint. I had this fun aqua color in my seconds stash that is perfect for what I’m after.

Painting Upcycled Salt & Pepper Mill Set | Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com

NEXT ON THE AGENDA

While the paint cures, I set out to dig in my junk stash. Every gals gotta have one, ya know. First, I find these jelly molds. I’m a sucker for these things because they’re so versatile. You can see what I did with another set and succulents HERE.

Vintage Metal Jelly Molds | prodigalpieces.com

Then, as I dug around I found a few more bits and baubles to help me create my upcycled salt & pepper stands. What you’re looking at is an 8′ board from the seconds bin at the store, vintage porcelain knobs, and a few turnings from this upcycled curbside table I redid a few months ago.

Junk Stash of Larissa of Prodigal Pieces for Upcycled Salt & Pepper Stand | prodigalpieces.com

TIME TO FINISH UP

Last, but not least, I added an S & P to my upcycled salt & pepper set for the bit of whimsy I was after. They were finished with a matte poly and now we’re good to go.

Painting Vintage Salt & Pepper Mill Set by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com

Farmhouse Style Upcycled Salt & Pepper Set with Stand by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #diy #handmade #vintage #home #farmhouse #homedecor #kitchen

Painted Cottage Style Salt & Pepper Shakers | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #cottagestyle #kitchen #home #homedecor

Done! I had such fun giving these sets new life. I got to get into my junk and play…what more could a gal ask for?

Whimsical Upcycled Salt & Pepper Set with Stand Created by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #farmhouse #vintage #home #diy #homedecor #kitchen

Aqua Blue Upcycled Salt & Pepper Mill Set by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #diy #home #homedecor #farmhouse #kitchen

See how the jelly molds make for the perfect holder? You know how pepper mills can leave a nasty pile o’ goodness on your counter. This will keep the mess at bay while adding that fun touch I love to create. Oh, and here’s a different version I made with a dowel.

Handmade Cottage Style Salt & Pepper Set with Stand by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #diy #home #homedecor #cottage #kitchen

And who’s to deny that sunshine happiness emanating from our sunflowers from our garden? If you’ve been following me on social media, then you’ve seen we’ve had some grow over 12 ft. tall. wow! They bring such life to our garden for bees, butterflies, and birds.

Homegrown Sunflower Bouquet by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #sunflower #garden #gardening #farmhouse

LOOKING AHEAD

My goal is to inspire you to make your house your home. It doesn’t mean you have to have a huge budget either. You most certainly can take what you have a change it up, or use the thrift store, garage sales, even curbside finds to create your own home story.

If you’d like to own a pair of my upcycled salt & pepper sets with stand, you can find them and much more available in my online shop. (all SOLD)

Shop Prodigal Pieces | shop.prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

Also, don’t forget to use your subscriber discount if you receive my newsletter! If you haven’t signed up yet, it’s a FREE email newsletter that brings everything right to your inbox and comes with freebies. See details below.

Vintage Farmhouse Style Salt & Pepper Set with Stand by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #diy #home #farmhouse #homedecor #diy

In addition, do pin and share my upcycling fun. Let’s inspire others together!

Check out this fun upcycled salt & pepper set with handmade stand. Oh so cute! See the DIY details at Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #diy #home #farmhouse #homedecor #vintage #upcycle

Up next, I’ll be giving my own twist to this set of crocks. Come see their new life HERE.

Vintage Roseville Crocks Before | prodigalpieces.com

To get these DIY tips & tricks in your inbox, be sure to sign up for my newsletter. Until next time!

blog signature

let's get socialPINTEREST

Also, more fun DIY projects like my upcycled salt & pepper set:

DIY Farmhouse Bathroom Storage from a Thrifted Pink Bin | Video tutorial by Larissa of Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces #diy #farmhouse #home #shopping #homedecor #videos #tutorial #homedecorideasFarmhouse Entry Storage Build Plans and DIY with Thrifted & Dollar Store Finds by Prodigal Pieces | prodigalpieces.com

Comments

  1. christy says

    Super cute now, Larissa! I forgot that I have two sets of these in a bin of wood odds and ends in my storage room!! I need to dig those babies out! XOXO

    • Larissa says

      haha…I figured you would have some tucked somewhere too. Junkers unite! 😀 Thanks, girl.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Client Love

I love it! Larissa is amazing. She listened to what I wanted and then she took care of the rest! This is my second piece I've bought from her and I'm in love! I highly recommend her.

~ Laurel

Prodigal Pieces
2020-03-21T21:34:13-04:00

~ Laurel

I love it! Larissa is amazing. She listened to what I wanted and then she took care of the rest! This is my second piece I've bought from her and I'm in love! I highly recommend her.

I love this cart, it's exquisite. The item was received in extremely secure packaging, no damage to the item. The delivery person was very professional and courteous. Larissa of Prodigal Pieces is so very amazing. A rating of 10 is deserved. Thank you, Larissa.

~ Stephanie

Prodigal Pieces
2020-03-21T21:39:34-04:00

~ Stephanie

I love this cart, it's exquisite. The item was received in extremely secure packaging, no damage to the item. The delivery person was very professional and courteous. Larissa of Prodigal Pieces is so very amazing. A rating of 10 is deserved. Thank you, Larissa.

I should have left this review MONTHS ago! I absolute love this lunch bag. I honestly carry this 5 days a week. It is the perfect size! Not only can you put your lunch in it, it can also hold your book. I enjoy reading at lunch, so I have all I need in one cute bag. Thank you so much Larissa!

~ Mikki

Prodigal Pieces
2020-03-21T21:43:16-04:00

~ Mikki

I should have left this review MONTHS ago! I absolute love this lunch bag. I honestly carry this 5 days a week. It is the perfect size! Not only can you put your lunch in it, it can also hold your book. I enjoy reading at lunch, so I have all I need in one cute bag. Thank you so much Larissa!

Awww…I love this sweet Cat with an attitude!! SO SO adorable! Well worth the money, and he will become a priceless treasure in my home! Thanks Larissa for always making your ideas turn into true treasures!

~ Sharon

Prodigal Pieces
2020-03-21T21:45:37-04:00

~ Sharon

Awww…I love this sweet Cat with an attitude!! SO SO adorable! Well worth the money, and he will become a priceless treasure in my home! Thanks Larissa for always making your ideas turn into true treasures!

Perfect purchase from start to finish! Absolutely adorable piece so creatively thought out. Packed with the greatest of care with lightening fast delivery. Very customer-oriented and friendly crafter. Could not ask for more! Thank you!

~ Deanna

Prodigal Pieces
2020-03-21T21:52:00-04:00

~ Deanna

Perfect purchase from start to finish! Absolutely adorable piece so creatively thought out. Packed with the greatest of care with lightening fast delivery. Very customer-oriented and friendly crafter. Could not ask for more! Thank you!
0
0
Prodigal Pieces