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7 Ways to Reuse an Old Ironing Board

August 8, by Larissa Coleman. 1 Comment

There’s something special about vintage items. They have a certain charm that just can’t be replicated by modern designs. And when it comes to finding vintage items that are both beautiful and functional, old ironing boards are a real treasure. They were once a household staple, used to press clothes and keep them looking sharp. But what do you do with an old ironing board when it’s no longer in use? Well, you upcycle it, of course!

Upcycling is a fun and creative way to give new life to old items. It’s all about taking something that might be seen as useless and turning it into something that’s both beautiful and functional. And when it comes to upcycling an old ironing board, the possibilities are endless.

First, you can turn your old ironing board into a unique piece of furniture. With a fresh coat of paint and a bit of creativity, an old ironing board can be transformed into a one-of-a-kind side table or bookshelf. It’s a great way to add some vintage charm to your home decor.

If you’re feeling crafty, you can turn your old ironing board into a creative work of art. With a little bit of imagination and some crafting supplies, you can transform your old ironing board into a decorative piece that’s perfect for displaying photos, artwork, or even plants.

Another great way to upcycle an old ironing board is to turn it into a functional piece of storage. You can use it to hold everything from craft supplies to kitchen utensils. And with a few hooks and shelves, you can create a storage solution that’s both stylish and practical.

For those who love to entertain, an old ironing board can be transformed into a unique and functional serving cart. With a bit of paint and some added wheels, your old ironing board can become a charming cart that’s perfect for serving up drinks and snacks.

And for the more practical-minded, an old ironing board can still be used for its original purpose. With a fresh cover and a bit of TLC, your old ironing board can be brought back to life and used for its intended purpose once again.

So, before you stash that old ironing board away in storage, take a look at these 7 ways to upcycle it. You never know, you might just find the perfect way to give it a new lease on life.

Looking for more ways to upcycle furniture? Check out these Upcycling Furniture Books we found on Amazon.

shelves

1- Closet Shelves from Patina General

entrytable

2- Entry Table from Vintageholic

laundrysign

3- Laundry Sign from Molly Susan Strong

laundrycenter

4- Laundry Center from Coastal Bohemian

desk

5- Desk from Trucs and Bricolages

welcome

6- Ironing Board Turned Welcome Sign from The Rustic Pig

wine rack

7- Rustic Wine Rack from So Very Shari Creations

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Comments

  1. Michele Michael says

    December 15, 2016 at 9:38 pm

    Thanks for the link to Coastal Bohemian.

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Recycled wood thread spools make a great tiny “canvas” for fiber art

Just because a vintage wood thread spool isn’t flat doesn’t mean it isn’t the perfect little space to feature art on. Thread art on fabric or wool is great or paintings on paper or canvas could work too. Pop on over to teh blog Winding Vine Wanderings for more about this cute little stitched art on a recycled vintage wood thread spools.

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