Old Window Frames - Easy Craft Ideas

View Gallery 32 Slides Advertisement - Continue Reading Below Prove your sewing and crafting prowess with a rustic spin on standard quilting. A complementary window frame brilliantly highlights your needlework.

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1

Framed Quilt

old window framed quiltpinterestJaime Costiglio

Prove your sewing and crafting prowess with a rustic spin on standard quilting. A complementary window frame brilliantly highlights your needlework.

Get the tutorial at Jaime Costiglio.

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2

Burlap Wreath Backdrop

old window burlap wreathpinterestA Pretty Life in the Suburbs

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3

Vertical Garden

pinterestSecond Chance to Dream

Even your green thumb can get the window treatment. Note that after you build this garden-ready setup, the DIY succulent bed needs to lay flat for four weeks before you can prop it up.

Get the tutorial at Second Chance to Dream.

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4

Matching Window Wreath Display

pinterestShades of Blue Interiors

Two old windows are always better than one! In this case, the wreath-adorned set actually came from recycled cabinet doors.

See more at Shades of Blue Interiors.

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5

Vintage Window Display

pinterestWith a Vintage Twist

We can all agree on one universal truth—no matter what, you can never have enough kitchen storage. But, you can partially solve the dilemma with a homey indoor window shelf to house your ceramics.

See more at With a Vintage Twist.

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6

Fabric-Filled Window

pinterestA Cultivated Nest

Dress up an old window frame by swapping panels of your favorite fabric for the glass panes.

See more at A Cultivated Nest.

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7

Cabinet With Legs

pinterestMy Creative Days

Thrifted table legs give this old window frame idea the star treatment. Stow it next to your living room couch, or even use it as a nightstand.

Get the tutorial at My Creative Days.

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8

Picture Frame

pinterestI Heart Naptime

Rather than picture frames, use a window frame to show off your favorite memories. Deposit a separate photo within each pane, or print one large image to set up behind the panels.

Get the tutorial at I Heart Naptime.

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9

Coffee Table

pinterestMarty's Musings

The best part of this old window decor idea? The hinged panel makes for an easy-to-lift lid, which means more room to stash your coffee table books.

Get the tutorial at Marty's Musings.

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10

Fireplace Cover

pinterestIn My Own Style

For seasons when you're not cozied around the fire, use an easily removable window frame cover to fill the gap.

Get the tutorial at In My Own Style.

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11

Coat Rack Accessory

pinterestFinding Home

Elongate and dress up a horizontal piece, like a coat or towel rack, with an old window decoration in the same alignment.

See more at Finding Home Farms.

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12

Small Window Cabinet

pinterestBliss Ranch

Barn wood meets a recycled window for the DIY corner-friendly cabinet that your living room needs.

Get the tutorial at Bliss Ranch.

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13

Window Shadowbox

pinterestConfessions of a DIYer

Because you can easily swap out photos and decorations, this versatile window-turned-shadowbox can make an appearance at your next party or gain a permanent spot in the entryway.

Get the tutorial at Confessions of a DIYer.

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14

Bathroom Cabinet

pinterestLiz Marie Blog

No matter how small your bathroom, a cabinet sourced from an old window adds an instantly antique allure. Plus, what's not to love about more toiletry space?

Get the tutorial at Liz Marie Blog.

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Repurposed Faux Window Box

pinterestLove of Family and Home

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16

Multicolor Coat Rack

pinterestLittle Birdie Secrets

Meet your new mud room focal point, where you can easily stash coats and hats in style beneath the patterned panels.

Get the tutorial at Little Birdie Secrets.

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Mini Greenhouse

pinterestCrafts A La Mode

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18

Window Bathroom Mirror

pinterestMarty's Musings

This genius spin on a bathroom mirror does double duty—you can hide your vanity in style while also having a chic new spot to touch up your makeup.

Get the tutorial at Marty's Musings.

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19

Map Frame

pinterestCourtesy of Charming Zebra

A glass-paned window is the ideal frame for a vintage map. Hang it in a kid's room or home office for a splash of color.

Get the tutorial at Charming Zebra.

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20

Wall Art

pinterestCourtesy of Apartment Therapy

A new take on the gallery wall: Hang window frames of various shapes, sizes, and colors to instantly brighten up an empty wall.

See more at Apartment Therapy.

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Blair Donovan is a staff writer for CountryLiving.com, where she covers everything from the latest Joanna Gaines and “The Voice” news to home décor, gardening, DIY, and entertaining. She’s previously written for Brides and Redbook.

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