As I explore the many handmade garage cabinets my grandpa built in this old house, I continually come across more and more treasures. Most of the tools I use are leftovers from him. The other day while I was rummaging through some old boxes, I found these: I have no idea what to do with …
DIY Rustic Frame Jewelry Box (UPDATED)
While I'm on sabbatical I get some time to catch up on some projects I've been planning for a while. One of them is a framed hanging jewelry box for my wife (inspired by one her sister has). I drew up some plans for it on the long plane ride back from our honeymoon and …
Vintage Soda Crate Chalkboard Nightstands
After we got our reclaimed wood bed frame from Crate & Barrel, my wife wanted nightstands to match the new bed and the recently-built industrial pipe shelf. Since we're living in my grandparents' old house, we have no shortage of cool vintage things around. My grandfather worked as a butcher at a grocery store, so …
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DIY Industrial Pipe Shelf
If you shop or dine in the city these days, you'll find that industrial pipes have made their way into hip metro hangouts as rustic-utility decor. I love it. The look of metal and wood excites my male design sense, and the thought of using materials meant for plumbing for a different creative purpose is …