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7 DIY Pot Racks from Recycled Items

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Having a pot rack in your home can be a very handy thing.   Not only can it work for storage, but it can double for a great statement and décor piece.  These 7 ideas are not only super easy to make your self, but they are all made from upcycled items.   Do you have an old piece of garden fencing laying in your yard?  Maybe you’ve got some pieces of scrap wood you’re not sure what to do with.   Take a look at this post and you’ll get some great inspiration! Pot racks are perfect for farmhouse style kitchen designs or eclectic boho kitchens too.  Looking for more ways to upcycle furniture? Check out these Upcycling Furniture Books we found on Amazon.

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driftwood

1- Driftwood Pot Rack from Apartment Therapy

palletwall

2- Pallet Wall from I Love Pallets

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3- Fireplace Grate from Decorating Your Small Space

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4- Table Top Pot Rack from All Things Thrifty

gardenfence

5- Garden Fence Pot Rack from Quirk Madame

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6- Sleigh Pot Holder from Dishfunctional Designs

ladder

7- Ladder Pot Rack from The Owner Builder Network

Comments

  1. Love these projects! These recycled racks seem to be quite useful and look gorgeous! My pot rack is a recycled wooden wagon wheel and all my friends like it very much. I’m definitely recommending your post to them, because I’m sure they’ll love it. Thanks for sharing!

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DIY Review: Giving a Vintage Milk Can New Life as a Charming Outdoor Side Table

Ever stumbled upon a piece of decor that instantly transports you back in time? That’s exactly how I felt when I came across Cindy’s tutorial on transforming a vintage milk can into the most delightful outdoor side table. It’s one of those projects that blends nostalgia and functionality in a way that just makes your heart smile.

Cindy starts the tutorial with a bit of backstory on old milk cans—those heavy-duty relics of rural life that once carried fresh milk from farm to table. It’s kind of poetic, turning something that was once a workhorse on the farm into a centerpiece on your patio.

The steps she outlines are clear and totally approachable. You’ll need a vintage milk can, a wooden round (for the tabletop), a few basic tools like a drill and wood glue, and your favorite paint. What I appreciated most was how she kept the instructions flexible. Her husband welded a steel bar to the can to hold the tabletop in place (which is super sturdy), but she also offers a no-welding alternative that uses a snug-fitting piece of wood inside the opening. Perfect for folks like me who aren’t exactly on a first-name basis with a welder.

The painting part is where things get extra fun. Cindy uses mineral paint for the base and a whitewash technique on the wood top, finishing it off with some gentle distressing. It gives the table this lovely worn-in look—like it’s been part of your porch for years. I could practically see it next to a rocking chair with a pitcher of lemonade and a good book.

One little thing I personally loved? The fact that she didn’t over-polish the final look. It’s clean, yes—but still has that imperfect, charming farmhouse appeal. Like something your grandmother might have owned, but cooler.

If you’re into DIY with a heart and a healthy respect for vintage charm, this project is 100% worth trying. It’s simple, budget-friendly, and lets you bring a little slice of the past into your modern-day life. Now if only I could get my hands on a milk can…