We all have old stuff to repurpose and things that no longer serve any purpose around the house, but we still have trouble getting rid of it. Either it’s “still OK,” “might come in handy,” or holds some sentimental value to it. In extreme cases, this might lead to hoarding, but if you’re creative enough, you can solve the problem by repurposing, upcycling, and reusing your old things.
Besides serving a purpose (again), repurposed items add this lovely touch of creativity and coziness to the space. Most of the time, upcycled things become even more remarkable than they originally were.
To help you get started, we selected 30 creative repurposing, upcycling, and reuse ideas. Try to recognize your old stuff in the pictures and repurpose it yourself!
01. Old Ladder Into Bookshelf
02. Vintage Suitcase Into Chair – Repurpose Old Stuff
03. Chair Into Shelf/Closet Unit
04. Old Books Into Shelves
05. Bowlers Into Lamps
06. Tennis Rackets Into Mirrors
07. Plastic Bottle Into Broom
08. Hangers Into Room Divider
09. Old Piano Into Bookshelf
10. Spoons Into Lamp
11. Bathtub Into Couch
12. Pop Tabs Into Bag
13. Wine Bottles Into Chandelier
14. Old TV Into Aquarium
15. Glove Into a Chipmunk
16. Bike Wheel Into Clock
17. Bicycle Into Sink Stand
18. TP Rolls Into Organizer Box
19. CD Spindle Into Bagel Holder
Toasted bagel + avocado in a CD spindle. (Source)
20. Wrenches Into Wall Hooks
21. Lightbulbs Into Oil Lamps
22. Computer Into Mailbox
23. Credit Cards Into Guitar Picks
24. Glass Marbles Into Fence Decor
25. Bottle Caps Into Tea Lights
26. Skateboards Into Children’s Picnic Table
27. Bottles Into Pendant Lamps
28. Old Piano Into Outdoor Fountain
29. Old Cassette Tape Into Purse
30. Drum Kit Into Chandelier
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