Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Make Your Own: Ladder Shelf



Last Saturday my mom and I went to buy tomato plants and I couldn't help but admire all the beautiful flowers.  There were so many to choose from, but French Marigolds were the ones that made it to the register with me!  I knew these vibrant colors would illuminate our living room space.  Also these flowers remind me of my childhood.  So special.  (Just so we are clear, I am not French.  I am European though.)  Today, I want to share where my beautiful flowers are hanging out.

My mister found this old ladder on Craigslist for just a few dollars.  I was so happy.  I've been on a hunt for one for a long time.  He picked it up for me and I got to work right away. 


After about an hour of using air-powered sander, and let me just tell you how thankful I am that it was a POWERED sander!  If it wasn't, the ladder would've probably went out the window!  I don't have a lot of patience, and once I have an idea for something, I want to make it right away!  Using a sander without power would have probably taken a few months to sand this ladder!  It was in a rough condition and needed some love! While I was sanding the ladder, I asked the husband to cut out extra boards to add to the ladder.  I wanted the steps to be wider!    



Just like that!  Perfect!


He used a nail gun to add the boards to the ladder.


I used special walnut stain and the ladder shelf is now ready to use!  (After about 24 hours of drying!)


Tell me, would you use a ladder as a shelf?  What about  vintage tin cans as planters?  I was so lucky to find them at our local Goodwill after dreaming of some for a while.  Score!  I am loving this rustic addition in our living room along with our DIY crate table.  My husband and I love making furniture together for our home, and currently there is something else in the works and I can't wait until it's complete!  Thank you for letting me share my happy space with you!  Every time I walk through the front door and see this ladder it makes my heart leap with joy!  Happy Tuesday! M. 

6 comments:

  1. I've seen a few of these DIYs around the internet. if i find an old ladder with character i think i'll definitely do this.

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    1. Awesome! The best part is that you can make it unique, fitting your style and personality! I love ladders! :) -M

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  2. Love love love! I hope to make my own someday, I know it would be a lovely addition too the art room. Thanks for sharing M ! -o

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    1. It would be perfect for your art room!!! Keep your eyes open ;) and if I see another one, I'll be sure to let you know, girl!! ;) -Mika

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  3. I need something to put all my potted plants on when fall come so none of my herbs will die. I might try this idea.

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  4. I have one in my garage that I found in someone's trash. I was not sure what I was going to do with it, but now I know! : )

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