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title: "31 Ways to Use Old Windows and Frames ..."
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# 31 Ways to Use Old Windows and Frames ...

If you want to get on the recycling/crafting craze, you really need to see these fabulous ways to use old windows. I love this because there's so much room for creativity and you can create something small and petite or something totally big and ambitious. I hope you're inspired to create something fab from these ways to use old windows.

## 1. Old Window Chalkboard

![picture frame,wood,antique,EVERY,atamu,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hc/p7/tc05f_picture-frame_wood_antique_every_atamu_600x800.jpg)

Via [Every Family Has a Story ...](https://www.walldecorplusmore.com/Every-Family-Has-a-Story-to-Tell-Welcome-to-Ours-Wall-Words-Wall-Decal-Stickers/)
One of the ways to use old windows is to make a chalkboard. Use just one side and do something interesting or decorative on the other.

## 2. Chalkboard Calendar with Hooks

![handbag,brand,Shrimp,Beile,the,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/z9/ab/j3rfq_handbag_brand_shrimp_beile_the_396x594.jpg)

Via [Old window to chalkboard calendar](https://www.hometalk.com/posts/organize/command-centers-boards/old-window-to-chalkboard-calendar-2164752)
And on the chalkboard theme, create a calendar or segmented family notice/to-do board.

## 3. Entrance Way Window

![furniture,shelf,shelving,window,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/un/fy/wx5aa_furniture_shelf_shelving_window_600x800.jpg)

Via [Unavailable Listing on Etsy](http://www.etsy.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com)
Hooks can be used for coats or scarves or umbrellas etc

## 4. Photo Display

![wall,furniture,window,art,interior design,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/yp/mj/ly0nt_wall_furniture_window_art_interior-design_404x640.jpg)

Via [All Things Beautiful: Old Window ...](http://www.janis-allthingsbeautiful.com/2012/03/old-window-art.html)
Use it as a piece of art or for family pictures.

## 5. DIY Faux Mercury Glass Mirror

![LE Wagon,blue,picture frame,wall,product,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kl/nz/bh9kh_le-wagon_blue_picture-frame_wall_product_600x800.jpg)

Via [DIY Faux Mercury Glass Mirror ...](https://www.attagirlsays.com/diy-faux-mercury-glass-mirror/)
You can buy the spray paint needed to do this.

## 6. Easy Christmas Card/Photo Display

![room,shelf,wall,home,furniture,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/iv/tw/qks2u_room_shelf_wall_home_furniture_533x800.jpg)

Via [Christmas Card Display - The ...](https://www.thelilypadcottage.com/christmas-card-display/)
It shows Christmas cards but use it all year round for photos and then swap them for the holidays.

## 7. Faux Ocean View

![property,window,sash window,facade,outdoor structure,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zn/gu/zt7sf_property_window_sash-window_facade_outdoor-structure_480x379.jpg)

Via [DIY Faux Window View of ...](https://www.completely-coastal.com/2013/04/diy-faux-window-view-fake-ocean.html)
Do you long to live by the sea? Stick a poster or enlarged photo to a frame and create your own sea view.

## 8. Display a Large Print

![white,black,photograph,black and white,picture frame,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/mb/xg/ky4q2_white_black_photograph_black-and-white_picture-frame_433x650.jpg)

Via [10 impressive ways to show ...](https://www.babycenter.com/life_and_home/10-impressive-ways-3272014-to-show-off-your-kids-photos/?scid=fb_wallPost)
A cute way to display a treasured photo.

## 9. Painted Panes

![pink,picture frame,product,art,furniture,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lk/vg/inql8_pink_picture-frame_product_art_furniture_480x691.jpg)

Via [Dishfunctional Designs: Window of Opportunity: ...](https://dishfunctionaldesigns.blogspot.com/2012/01/reclaimed-windows.html?m=1)
If your old window still has its glass, turn it into a unique piece of painted art.

## 10. Chevron Tray

![Curry,advertising,brand,MAKE,Tray,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ld/rp/q1mi1_curry_advertising_brand_make_tray_600x900.jpg)

Via [How to Paint Chevron - ...](https://www.kellyelko.com/how-to-paint-chevron-antique-window-tray/)
There are practical uses for old windows too.

## 11. Coffee Bar

![blue,room,living room,furniture,shelf,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/c3/dh/k82qc_blue_room_living-room_furniture_shelf_453x680.jpg)

Via [Old Window Ideas - Craft ...](https://goo.gl/lArGPq)
This adds such a pop of color and texture above the coffee bar area!

## 12. Build a Greenhouse with Old Windows

![structure,urban area,stadium,sport venue,architecture,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tm/zf/wo3kh_structure_urban-area_stadium_sport-venue_architecture_455x2832.jpg)

Via [Alternative Gardning: Build a Greenhouse ...](https://alternative-energy-gardning.blogspot.com/2013/04/build-greenhouse-with-old-windows.html?m=1)
This is what I was talking about when I mentioned BIG projects! I think this is one of the favorite ideas I have seen in all crafts ever. Like ever. It's utterly fabulous!

## 13. DIY Window Coffee Table

![Atelier Voisin,home,floor,interior design,Old,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/su/sa/b3a89_atelier-voisin_home_floor_interior-design_old_600x1735.jpg)

Via [How to Make a Window ...](https://www.martysmusings.net/how-to-make-a-window-table/)
Create your own unique piece of furniture.

## 14. Fabric Window Hall Rack

![window,lighting,furniture,picture frame,interior design,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/r0/x9/ikpg9_window_lighting_furniture_picture-frame_interior-design_570x815.jpg)

Via [Unavailable Listing on Etsy](http://www.etsy.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com)
Give an old window a new lease of life as a useful piece of furniture.

## 15. Wall Feature

![room,living room,shelf,furniture,modern art,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ex/em/pzkym_room_living-room_shelf_furniture_modern-art_502x640.jpg)

Via [It's Written on the Wall: ...](https://itswrittenonthewalls.blogspot.com/2011/07/do-it-yourself-window-frame-decor.html)
Use your creativity to deliver a fabulous piece of DIY art.

## 16. DIY Hanging Basket Stand

_ Via livemoredaily.com_
What a great item for your porch or patio.

## 17. Art Frame

![picture frame,wall,modern art,wood,lighting,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hr/co/bw22w_picture-frame_wall_modern-art_wood_lighting_427x640.jpg)

Via [lovelycraftyhome.com](https://goo.gl/UEvZRE)
When it comes to ways to use old window frames for art the only limit is your imagination and creativity.

## 18. Wine Cork Board

![Diet,room,product,brand,furniture,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ql/e6/fnqpw_diet_room_product_brand_furniture_600x862.jpg)

Via [Make a DIY Cork Topped ...](http://tatertotsandjello.com/2013/04/make-a-diy-cork-topped-coffee-table.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:)
One window frame + a load of corks = fabulous memo board.

## 19. Window Wall

![window,daylighting,lighting,ceiling,facade,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/to/fi/bf055_window_daylighting_lighting_ceiling_facade_600x878.jpg)

Via [51 Creative decorating ideas for ...](https://onekindesign.com/2013/08/16/51-creative-decorating-ideas-for-old-windows/)
These "collection" walls are very trendy right now.

## 20. When Frame Meets Chicken Wire

![room,collage,art,picture frame,design,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ql/zt/n5jm4_room_collage_art_picture-frame_design_580x800.jpg)

Via [Our Prairie Home: Crafts](http://littlebighouseontheprairie1.blogspot.com/p/heartmade-crafts.html)
Chicken wire gives a chic rustic French touch to your home.

## 21. Cork Memo Board

_ Via Sprucing up the home office ..._
Add cork to an old frame and hey presto - a useful pin board.

## 22. Stain Glass Window

![blue,window,glass,art,interior design,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/u3/sh/cz3wo_blue_window_glass_art_interior-design_361x640.jpg)

Via [Glass Pebble Stain Glass Window ...](https://thehomesteadsurvival.com/glass-pebble-stain-glass-window-diy-project-2/)
Make this with glass pebbles from the dollar store or craft shop.

## 23. Porch Sign

![signage,advertising,lighting,picture frame,brand,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tf/p3/pcrw2_signage_advertising_lighting_picture-frame_brand_214x214.jpg)

Via [Family Established Porch Signs](https://www.hometalk.com/posts/decorate/walls/family-established-porch-sign-684714)
What a cute house sign.

## 24. Jewelry Organizer

![man made object,furniture,room,shelf,product,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/gh/ii/w8i4y_man-made-object_furniture_room_shelf_product_570x898.jpg)

Via [Repurposed Window Pane Jewelry Display](http://www.etsy.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com)
No more problems with finding that pair of earrings!

## 25. Bathroom Towel Rack

![wall,picture frame,iron,font,window,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/yc/te/ceccq_wall_picture-frame_iron_font_window_429x557.jpg)

Via [Free Roadside Window to Bathroom ...](https://www.hometalk.com/posts/organize/storage-ideas/free-roadside-window-to-bathroom-towel-rack-1599524)
You've seen other windows repurposed into racks with hooks but I love the idea of this for the bathroom - but I'd like more sea-themed items.

## 26. With Decals

_ Via My Sweet Savannah: ~my space ..._
Display your favorite quote, your kids’ name or

## 27. Merry Christmas Vinyl

![lighting,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/p6/b5/jrd3d_lighting_285x320.jpg)

Via [Little Pink Houses](http://pinkhousepages.blogspot.com/search?updated-max=2010-08-31T17:00:00-07:00&max-results=49)
Make a unique Christmas decoration.

## 28. Seasonal Frame

![christmas decoration,lighting,picture frame,decor,interior design,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qk/eb/oabj2_christmas-decoration_lighting_picture-frame_decor_interior-design_320x405.jpg)

Via [primitive - Bing Images](http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=primitive)
Although this shows Christmas you could dress it for any season.

## 29. Headboard

![furniture,room,interior design,bed,material,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/gg/tg/nv3op_furniture_room_interior-design_bed_material_330x447.jpg)

Via [Creative Ways To Repurpose Old ...](https://howtobuildit.org/creative-ways-to-repurpose-old-windows/)
Very creative! You can paint them to match your color scheme.

## 30. Pan Rack

_ Via DIY Craft Projects using Old ..._
Use for pans or drying herbs.

## 31. A Chair!

![man made object,furniture,room,wood,shelf,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/v5/at/ureja_man-made-object_furniture_room_wood_shelf_357x476.jpg)

Via [For the Love of Old ...](https://www.domestically-speaking.com/for-the-love-of-old-windows/)
Made from an old window, newel and porch posts and a lot of flair and some carpentry skills.

I'm so inspired by these projects my house windows are not safe! Nah - don't worry, I'll pay a visit to the reclamation yard. What do you think of these projects?

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