This past Saturday my little man and I had the whole day to play while the three older men when outrigger canoeing on the Great Salt Lake. Our first stop…the car wash. His ABSOLUTE favorite! Next, we hit up a few thrift and consignment stores…an activity I could never get away with with my older two boys. I love the toddler years because everything is an adventure. On the other hand, it makes for a very interesting experience in the store (bull in a china shop comes to mind). I scored a few things that I’m thrilled with. My first finds were some vintage wooden boxes and lots of hemp rope. I love the patina and rustic-ness of the boxes.
Here’s how my first little makeover went down…
I new right away I wanted to make handles for the boxes with the rope.
I first tied knots on the inside of the box to secure the handle but because of the size of the rope, the knots were HUGE and stuck way too far in to the box.
So instead, my wonderful Mr. suggested these hose clamps which worked as a perfect alternative to the massive knots.
Nice, eh?!
To make them mobile we then put 4 little caster wheels on the bottom of each corner.
Toy box, storage box, book box…whatevs!
Hey there! I’m Michelle; I’m an Passionate DIY’er and in constant pursuit of how to bring beauty to my house full of men (3 boys + 1 hubby). Stick around and see what I’ve got up my hard-working sleaves!
you always find such cool stuff at your thrift stores….i get lucky occasionally, but usually its just a bunch of junk!!
cindy
Thanks Cindy. I luck out probably 1 out of 5 times I go. Hugs!
cool idea
So very cute! I’ve got to get on the caster bandwagon.
I like the idea of the hose clamps. Nice job!
Many thanks girl!
I love your idea to put handles and caster on the crates such a great idea!!!
Thank you Alison!
Great idea! My daughter-in-law wants this recreated for my grandson. However, the hose clamps are extremely sharp unless you cover them with something or come up with another idea. I am currently “pondering” this!
What about covering them up with small pieces of fabric like headwraps?
Love your vintage boxes and loved how you did the rope handles. I did a project and made the same rope handles thanks to your post. If your interested check it out http://dreamdesigndiy.com/flip-flop-bin/
Thank you for the great idea!
They look fab Tiffany! Kudos!