We all have those things lying around that we just can’t seem to part with, even though they haven’t served a functional purpose in years. If you’ve always wanted to find new uses for those old items, you might just love these DIY ideas:

1. Turn an old picture frame into a tray. Simply put a piece of colorful fabric or paper inside and stack jewelry, makeup, or candles on top.

2. Use an old rake as a jewelry rack. Remove the metal rake head and hang bracelets and necklaces from it.

3. Display vintage postcards in frames. Ask an older relative if you don’t have any yourself – that way, they’ll even add a bit of sentimental charm.

4. Turn antique saucers into drawer organizers. These small plates make the perfect place for change, safety pins, jewelry or keys.

5. Store kids’ toys in old soda crates. Antique lovers often collect these retro soda crates as decorations, but filling them with those loose toys gives them a more functional purpose.

6. Add tension rods to small, unused spaces. Turn those tiny nooks and corners into makeshift closets with the addition of a tension rod and hanging hooks.

7. Display kids’ schoolwork on old rulers. Hang a ruler on the wall and add wooden clothespins for a shabby chic wall display.

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