Not only is it time for
Trash to Treasure Tuesday, but we also have a new member of our group to welcome. Denise at
Salvaged Inspirations does amazing and work and we know you'll love her too. Today, I'm sharing how a repurposed magazine rack becomes extra kitchen storage.
This vintage gem was tucked up on the top shelf with other wood items surrounding it. While it may not be pretty now, but it will be. tee hee. Anyhow, with all the changes in our media in today's world, magazines aren't quite as numerous as they once were.
So maybe you have one of these hanging around and not sure what to do with it. You can see how I repurposed this one
HERE into a book caddy. However, this one is a sweet candidate to create kitchen storage.
DIY TIME
First, I used my stapler to reinforce the slats on the sides since all were loose in some form. This tool makes it
so easy!
Then, once everything is nice and snug, I set up my Small Spray Shelter and Turn Table. Using a basic Flat White Spray Paint, I apply two coats of paint, letting cure in between. You can see how I've used this shelter and all
my other shelters HERE.
Isn't that looking so much better already? Like they say, paint covers a multitude of woes. haha.
NEXT STEPS
Afterward, while the paint cures, I break out my jigsaw and some scrap luan to make a piece to adorn the sides of my repurposed magazine rack. In short, if you didn't know it already, I'm so smitten with tools. My motto has always been toolsoverjewels. {{fist pump!!}}
After that, I give my cutout a couple of coats of Weathered Steel paint. I'm after layers and a vintage vibe. On top of that, I add more paint and my own typography in likeness of a vintage bakery sign.
THE REVEAL
Finally, are you ready to see this cutie all finished? Instead of housing a stash of magazines it now holds pans, vintage cutting boards, and a rolling pin or two.
Honestly, I have built-in drawers in
my kitchen remodel reveal that holds my pans upright.
But...I know many of you do not have such awesomeness and this is one way to bring it in a BIG, but little way.
And, of course, I love the typography you can add to most anything. Do you love it too? You can see how I create the effect
HERE this tutorial or in this video demo below. In case you're wondering, I attached the sign with zip-ties.
Likewise, if you'd like to make this rack your own, you can find it and much more available in
my online store.
In addition, do pin and share to inspire others to give DIY a try. It's fun and brings a smile to all folks' faces.
UP NEXT
Up next, I'll be taking this drawer front I found at the thrift store and make into something totally new.
See its new life HERE.
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By the way, check out these funtastic trash to treasure projects created for you...
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