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DIY Shelf from an Old Drawer

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If you have an old drawer lying around, this one is for you. Check out this DIY Shelf from an Old Drawer.
DIY Shelf from an Old Drawer

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So I had this drawer that came out of my grandpa’s workbench after he died. It was dark wood, but I knew I needed it. It sat around for a while.

I thought about putting plants in it, but was worried about the wood getting weird. My second idea was a shelf, it just took me a while to make it all happen… but what’s new, right? Anyway, it turned out pretty cute and I’m proud of it!

Follow along to see how I did it.

Supplies

Old drawer

Miter Box

Wood glue

Clamps

1×2 (supports)

1×4 (shelf)

Paint

D-rings

#1 Cut the Supports

So first, take the 1×2 and cut it the depth that you want it, based on the depth of your drawer, front to back. My supports are flush with the shelves, so 4 inches.

Glue the supports in place with the wood glue and clamp them tightly. Leave them clamped until they’re dry.

DIY Shelf from an Old Drawer

#2 Shelves

Cut the shelves to the right width and then glue them in place and clamp tightly to the supports until they are dry.

#3 Attach D-Rings

Measure and mark 2 spots on the back of the drawer to attach the d-rings. Use a screwdriver to twist in the screw that goes with the d-ring. Make sure they are even so that it hangs nicely.

#4 Paint

Paint it any color your heart desires! Then style and enjoy.

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  1. Lucy Ladley says

    November 16, 2019 at 1:36 pm

    It is so heartwarming tha1 your sweet grandfather’s piece of memorable furniture was re-purposed by you, You are so thoughtful & resourceful!

    Reply
    • Alleigh says

      November 18, 2019 at 11:45 pm

      I think he’d probably think it was silly, it’s just a drawer 😉 I miss him! But he’s worth remembering and I’m glad to have it (even if the new owners of his house are wondering why there isn’t a drawer in the workbench) 🙂

      Reply
  2. Kimmely Bruns says

    May 4, 2020 at 7:59 pm

    Love this! What a sweet (adorable & functional too) reminder of a great man!

    Reply
    • Alleigh says

      May 18, 2020 at 2:55 pm

      Thanks, Kimmie! 🙂

      Reply

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