Crates are both a versatile and inexpensive craft material. Coming in many different sizes, they can be transformed into anything from furniture to storage solutions. Although their natural color is pretty and simplistic, crates can be easily painted or stained to whatever color matches existing decor.
Want a more vintage look? You can swap out new crates for those found in thrift and antique stores as a way to put an interesting spin on these DIY projects. Check out the crate ideas below to get inspired and pick one to try out:
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Crate bench
Ideal for an entryway or a front porch, this bench made from crates is an easy way to provide extra seating. The open bottom on the piece even gives an opportunity to display items to add a personal touch. No room for this bench inside the house? You could place it on the front porch. Get the full tutorial here.
Ideal for an entryway or a front porch, this bench made from crates is an easy way to provide extra seating. The open bottom on the piece even gives an opportunity to display items to add a personal touch. No room for this bench inside the house? You could place it on the front porch. Get the full tutorial here.
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Farmhouse sconce lamp
Turn it up a notch and make your crate functional by repurposing it into a lamp. This lamp is the perfect way to set the mood. Imagine enjoying a book or a cup of tea. Get the full tutorial here.
Turn it up a notch and make your crate functional by repurposing it into a lamp. This lamp is the perfect way to set the mood. Imagine enjoying a book or a cup of tea. Get the full tutorial here.
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Crate ottoman
This ottoman offers the best of both worlds: It offers plenty of storage and it functions as a super cute decor piece. Get the full tutorial here.
This ottoman offers the best of both worlds: It offers plenty of storage and it functions as a super cute decor piece. Get the full tutorial here.
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Crate shelf
This shelf would be an excellent addition to a mudroom or next to a front door as an easy way to keep an entrance clutter-free. Although the hook works well for leashes or jackets, the shelves provide an ideal spot for keys or purses. Not concerned with extra storage? This piece works just as well for displaying items such as plants or picture frames. Get the full tutorial here.
This shelf would be an excellent addition to a mudroom or next to a front door as an easy way to keep an entrance clutter-free. Although the hook works well for leashes or jackets, the shelves provide an ideal spot for keys or purses. Not concerned with extra storage? This piece works just as well for displaying items such as plants or picture frames. Get the full tutorial here.
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Crate coffee table
This coffee table is simple but elegant. It also has plenty of storage for magazines, books and whatever else you might want to hide inside the crates. Get the full tutorial here.
This coffee table is simple but elegant. It also has plenty of storage for magazines, books and whatever else you might want to hide inside the crates. Get the full tutorial here.
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Crate end table
The simple and clean lines of the crate pair perfectly with the decorative legs in this DIY end table. For a fresh and fun look, paint the legs a different color than the crate, as shown in the video. However, if different colors are too bold of a look for your taste, keep the legs and crate the same color. Get the tutorial here.
The simple and clean lines of the crate pair perfectly with the decorative legs in this DIY end table. For a fresh and fun look, paint the legs a different color than the crate, as shown in the video. However, if different colors are too bold of a look for your taste, keep the legs and crate the same color. Get the tutorial here.
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Outdoor plant stand
Wooden crates aren't just used for the inside. You can stack them creatively and build a garden planter outside in a patio area. Finish it off by decorating with your favorite green friends. Get the full tutorial here.
Wooden crates aren't just used for the inside. You can stack them creatively and build a garden planter outside in a patio area. Finish it off by decorating with your favorite green friends. Get the full tutorial here.
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Crate shoe rack
Anyone who is an avid shoe collector knows the struggle of finding a place to store them. Rather than buying an ugly plastic shoe rack, try this simple and shabby chic project made from a crate. As an added perk, the rack also provides an easy way to add a touch of color to an entryway. Get the full tutorial here.
Anyone who is an avid shoe collector knows the struggle of finding a place to store them. Rather than buying an ugly plastic shoe rack, try this simple and shabby chic project made from a crate. As an added perk, the rack also provides an easy way to add a touch of color to an entryway. Get the full tutorial here.
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Bathroom organizer
This is such a cute way to keep toiletries organized. It's also incredibly easy to make and – if you get tired of the arrangement of the crates – it's easy to change. Get the full tutorial here.
This is such a cute way to keep toiletries organized. It's also incredibly easy to make and – if you get tired of the arrangement of the crates – it's easy to change. Get the full tutorial here.
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Crate planter
Potted plants are an easy way to bring a touch of nature indoors. Skip the plastic planters and opt for a pretty way to display plants with this simple crate planter. The final touch of rope for trim gives the planter an added nautical vibe. Want a monochromatic look? Coordinate the paint color of the crate with the colors of the plants. Get the full tutorial here.
Potted plants are an easy way to bring a touch of nature indoors. Skip the plastic planters and opt for a pretty way to display plants with this simple crate planter. The final touch of rope for trim gives the planter an added nautical vibe. Want a monochromatic look? Coordinate the paint color of the crate with the colors of the plants. Get the full tutorial here.
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Crate storage cart
This little rolling cart would be useful in so many places such as a craft room, office or bedroom. If you want to make one, get the full tutorial here.
This little rolling cart would be useful in so many places such as a craft room, office or bedroom. If you want to make one, get the full tutorial here.
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Suspended vase crate
Wooden crates can also serve as a way to show off your favorite florals. You can place this decor item as a centerpiece on a dining table or hang it up on the wall, as shown in the picture below. Get the full tutorial here.
Wooden crates can also serve as a way to show off your favorite florals. You can place this decor item as a centerpiece on a dining table or hang it up on the wall, as shown in the picture below. Get the full tutorial here.
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Crate stand
Turn a wooden crate into a storage stand or a nightstand by adding legs. We painted our legs gold for a more embellished, elevated look. The best part about this decor item is that it's not too heavy, so you can move it around easily (especially if you love re-decorating your room every now and then). Get the full tutorial here.
Turn a wooden crate into a storage stand or a nightstand by adding legs. We painted our legs gold for a more embellished, elevated look. The best part about this decor item is that it's not too heavy, so you can move it around easily (especially if you love re-decorating your room every now and then). Get the full tutorial here.
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