This week I was out thrifting at the local resale shop and stumbled on this antique toolbox. I had a Fixer Upper vision for making this an antique tool box turned craft station for the kids – all Joanna Gaines style.
It looked pretty rough, so I texted this haphazardly-taken photo to my husband, asking him if I was crazy for wanting to pick it up.
He saw my vision and approved. I brought it home and scrubbed it with soapy water. Then Lysol wipes. Then I sprayed it with Lysol for good measure. Did I mention this is a two level toolbox? Lots of scrubbing.
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The result? The most perfect little craft bin. On the last day of school, I was able to take all the leftover supplies from their backpacks and dump them here.
It lives on our kitchen table, so the kids can craft to their hearts’ desire, then easily put it all away when they’re done. I added self-stick felt pads to the bottom so it won’t scratch the table.
When the crafting years are over, I like the idea of filling it flatware and napkins, or even with succulents for a rustic centerpiece. Just call me Joanna.
What do you think of my antique tool box turned craft station? Would you put an old worn toolbox on your kitchen table?
You have my kind of vision. Love how you repurposed this. Using it for flatware etc is awesome.
That is so cool!! Love the repurpose! Such a pretty craft box!
I think you’re brilliant! I am a junker as well and love nothing more than the hunt then taking my treasure home to re-purpose it. You absolutely nailed it! I’m jealous!
Oh my goodness! What a beautiful toolbox. That was such a great find. I love how you’ve given it a new home and a new purpose. 🙂
This is so neat and it looks fairly easy;-) my daughters would love this! They are obsessed with crafts.
I’m so unorganized when it comes to my daughter’s craft supplies. It’s actually pretty sad. I wish I had your eye for used items because this turned out so cute!
This is so cute! What a great upcycle!
Thank you, Cara!
Love it – I pinned to my “Well that’s Clever!” board on pinterest! #HomeMattersParty
Thank you so much for pinning!
You had amazing vision. This tool box is perfect as a craft station (and I’m a bit jealous!). Thanks for sharing at the #ThisIsHowWeRoll Link Party. Pinning now.
Thanks so much, Susan!
This is so completely cute! Now I need to find one and put if up for when my little one gets big enough for a craft station! Thanks for linking up #lifeislovely
I really am charmed by your repurposed tool box. It’s so pretty and so useful. Congrats, you’re featured this week at the #ThisIsHowWeRoll Link Party.