Creative and Easy Ideas For Upcycling Old Furniture And Other Home Items

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Build A Shop Sign

Have you ever passed by a shop or farmer's market sign and wanted one for your own home? Well, they're actually not that hard to make. The sign in this photo was made using the sides of an old crib. However, you could use almost anything including an old frame. If you do plan on using an old crib, especially if you like the spindles at the top, then all you really have to do is disassemble the crib.

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From there, you purchase some chalk paint, which is sold at most home supply stores, and then you paint the sides. You can attach a chain or small piece of wood to hold everything together.