Looking to spruce up your home but don’t want to break the bank? Upcycling is here to the rescue! Instead of buying expensive pieces, look at what you already own and see how you can use it in unexpected ways. For example, lets look at how I transformed an old wooden paper towel holder into a chic mid-century plant stand.
All it takes is a few easy steps and boom – you’ve just upgraded your interior decor for next to nothing!
See how I transform a paper towel holder into an attractive and functional plant stand for my kitchen counters.
What is Upcycling?
Upcycling is great for the environment and your budget. It’s the process of taking something that may be discarded or unused and transforming it into something new and exciting. With upcycling, there are endless possibilities – all you need is a bit of creativity! From turning old furniture into unique storage solutions to transforming everyday items like paper towel holders into “new” decor – the possibilities are endless. Plus, it’s fun!
Benefits of Upcycling
Upcycling not only benefits your wallet but also helps reduce waste in our landfills by reusing old items instead of throwing them away or donating them for someone else to use. You get an affordable way to create unique pieces that no one else has while also helping out Mother Nature – what could be better than that?
Plus, it allows you to get creative with projects that turn out beautiful without needing any fancy tools or equipment. And who doesn’t love adding their own personal touch to their home decor?
DIY Project Instructions
To make this mid-century plant stand, all you need is a wooden paper towel holder and four wood beads.
- Start by separating the base of the paper towel holder from any arms or poles.
- Stain your beads to match the base.
- Prep the wood base by sanding where the beads will be attached.
- Then attach four beads or feet evenly spaced on the underside of the base.
Allow your stand to dry, and voila – you have yourself a stylish mid-century plant stand!
Creating something new from something old isn’t just fun; upcycling also helps reduce waste in our landfills while giving us an affordable way to create unique pieces for our homes that no one else has. It allows us to customize our decor with DIY projects that turn out beautiful without needing any fancy tools or equipment – plus, it’s good for the environment too!
So next time you’re looking for ways to spruce up your space without breaking the bank, consider giving upcycling a try! Who knows what hidden gems you’ll discover along the way?
