10 ways to upcycle coat hangers

If your closet's getting cluttered with wire hangers and you just don't know what to do with them, you've come to the right place! Instead of tossing them, we've got 10 nifty transformations that'll make you wish you had even more hangers to use in your crafts!
These projects range from super practical to beautiful pieces of art. So gather up those wire hangers and get ready to start crafting!
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1. Paper towel holder (h/t Home Dzine)
For an ultra-practical transformation, repurpose a couple of wire hangers to hold paper towels and parchment paper so you can roll them with ease.
2. Burlap wreath (h/t DIY Inspired)
This adorable shabby chic wreath from DIY Inspired uses a wire hanger as the base. The best part is this wreath is everlasting and can be displayed during any season — not just the Christmas holidays!
3. Jewelry tree (h/t Kreative by KM)
This super-simple jewelry tree can be made with a few wire hangers and a pretty vintage vase. Voilà — a beautiful way to organize and display your jewelry!
4. Fabric birdcage
After you're done with this project, those wire hangers will be unrecognizable! This fun craft from Pillar Box Blue makes a beautiful and unique birdcage for an impressive addition to your springtime décor. And best of all, the project uses many materials you already have at home — like wire hangers and fabric scraps!
5. Wire roses (h/t Hudson & Vine)
With a little patience and a good pair of pliers, you can upcycle old wire hangers into stunning rose wall art. Hows that for a transformation?!
6. Shoe hangers
Perhaps the most practical transformation of hangers because you can still keep them in your closet! With a snip and some bending of the wire, you'll have yourself a shoe rack that keeps all your pretty soles organized!
7. Wind chime (h/t Learning Center)
This simple, yet stunning wind chime makes a great project using a wire hanger. Find some gorgeous beads and roll with your imagination to create a one-of-a-kind addition to your yard!
8. Personalized ornament
How cute are these personalized wire ornaments from Crafts Unleashed?! All you'll need is a good pair of pliers, glue and baker's twine or yarn. This project would make a fun gift to give around the holiday season!
9. Rag heart wreath
This adorable wreath from Craft Me Happy is made from fabric scraps and a wire hanger, and that's it! You could add fairy lights for an extra special touch. Where would you put this wreath? We think a nursery would be the perfect place!
10. Picture display
We never would have thought to display pictures from a hanger. It's such a fun (and cheap!) way to showcase your memories!
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