Love your old things at home and hate throwing them away? Well, fortunately, you don’t have to because most outdated or out-of-service items can be repurposed in a very functional way. So, gather up your favorite “oldies” and explore some creative ways to reuse them more efficiently and reduce clutter in your home.
Here are a few ideas…
- Turn an old ladder into a plant display. Take out that old ladder hidden in your basement and repaint it. Use the steps to hold several potted plants and display it in a small garden or nook. Not only will it look great, but it will also maximize the space for more plants. Or, if you prefer, you can place it in your bathroom and use it as a towel rack.
Want to receive reminders in an efficient way? Use your mirrors. Old mirrors can serve as great reminder boards for all of your important tasks. Jot down your notes with a dry-erase marker, place it near your sink mirror, and every time you wash your face or brush your teeth, you will be reminded to hurry up!- Make use of your old suitcases by turning them into extra storage. Rather than giving them away or storing them in your closet, take them out and use them as a creative way to store linens.
- Don’t throw away your old picture frame. Instead, turn it into a tray. Replace the picture with a plain or patterned cloth, and the frame is instantly transformed into a serving tray for cocktails or a vanity tray for all of your beauty essentials.
- If you have empty drink carriers, use them as condiment holders. The spaces once used for transporting your fast-food sodas can also be used to carry your salt and pepper, ketchup, and plastic utensils for a backyard barbeque.
- Pull out your old forks and spoons and use them as coat hangers. Bend the spoon or fork to create a hook and install it near your hallway as a coat or hat hanger. You can even put them in your kitchen to hang your apron and cooking mittens.
Jennifer Fields
Oklahoma City & Edmond Real Estate Agent
405.330.0031
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