Great Crates
I have two
busy boys and as with all kids, loads of “stuff” is always accumulated. Some things are just plain junk, but then
there are other things that will always have value in our house. One of those things is books. The need arose for some sort of bookshelf,
the one we had been using up to now, was becoming cramped and the books were
suffering because of it J
So instead
of going out and just buying a bookshelf, I wanted to use something different,
something recycled and most importantly, something the boys could help with.
I was able
to buy old wooden cold drink crates from a second-hand shop and then the fun
began….
They were
full of cobwebs so we gave them a wash and put in the sun to dry.....then we
sanded them all over, every nook and cranny.
We then painted 2 coats of white paint, sanding in-between each coat to
ensure a smooth finish. Finally, they
got 1 coat of colour. Once dry we sanded
over the colour letting the white paint on the bottom show through here and
there. The final touch was a matt finish
varnish to seal.
If you
decide to use gloss colour paint, the varnish wouldn’t be necessary, but I
specifically wanted a matt finish for ours.
We put them
up above the boys’ beds and they love them.
Their books are nearby and no floor space is wasted with a standing
case.
These crates
would be handy in many areas of the house…..a open bathroom cabinet, towel
holder, spice rack in the kitchen, cd rack in the lounge…..the possibilities
are endless!!!
I am always
so amazed at the innovative things people do with pre-loved items.
So take up a
project yourself. Look around you and
see new potential for old things.
Everything and everyone deserves a second chance…..
Mari Williams
Creative Cookie
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