Repurpose old picture frames by following these 7 DIYs

If you've ever wondered what to do with all your old picture frames when you make a big change to your home decor, I've found the solution!
There are tons of cool DIYs you can make with old picture frames, especially if you have a few of them to work with. Get inspired by these awesome ideas!
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1. Picture frame terrarium (h/t Ella Claire Inspired)
I love terrariums so much, especially when they're handmade like this one! It looks like a mini greenhouse — what kind of plants would you put inside it?
2. Framed planter (h/t Organized Clutter)
I would have never thought of framing my hanging planters, but it's such a cool idea! The only challenge is finding a frame that's big enough... other than that, this is such an easy project.
3. Table centerpiece (h/t Lemon Tree Creations)
Using an old frame as a table centerpiece is such a good idea! There are so many options here — this project would be easy to customize with your favorite colors and patterns.
4. DIY cork boards (h/t Simply Emily)
This brings a whole new meaning to the idea of a cork board! Start saving your old wine corks now — you're going to need quite a few of them for this project.
5. File cabinet upgrade (h/t While They Snooze)
Old photo frames can also be transformed into pretty molding with a fresh coat of paint. I would have never guessed that these started out as cheap filing cabinets!
6. Jewelry holder
In this project, the addition of hooks and some chicken wire transforms an old photo frame into an ideal jewelry holder. The chicken wire makes for an easy place to hang earrings, whereas the hooks are a prime spot for bracelets or necklaces. Although the light blue paint gives the jewelry holder a quaint look, opt for a bright color if you want to make a bolder statement. Get the tutorial here.
7. End table (h/t Richmond Thrifter)
This project upcycles two things at once — it's made out of a photo frame and an old lamp base! The frame is simply glued to the lamp base, so this is a table you can make even if you don't have any woodworking skills.
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