4 Ways To Organize With An Old Window

by Tanna Clark

in Recycle and Reuse

During our last outing to the antique store I saw an over abundance of old doors and windows just ripe for the picking. Well, I shared what I would like to do with an old door, now here are a couple of ideas for transforming antique windows into something useful.

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Picture Frame

This window provides a perfectly divided option for storing a collage of photos.

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Dry-Erase Message Board

Rebekah transformed this tired looking window into a lively message board.

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Bathroom Cabinet

To add an artful cabinet to your bathroom attach a window to a simple shelving unit then fill with your lovely toiletries.

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Chalkboard

You can keep your family organized and on track with this shabby chic chalkboard!

Now when you come across an antique shop with a stack of fabulous old windows I hope you take one of these ideas into consideration.

If you have another “old window” DIY idea feel free to share your idea!

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Author: Tanna Clark (601 Articles)

Tanna is founder and "chief organizing officer" of Complete Organizing Solutions. As a professional organizer and mom of three Tanna is passionate about helping busy families find the organizing solutions they need to manage their homes efficiently. You can find her organizing throughout the Greater Nashville, Tennessee area.

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1 Christine Simiriglia September 26, 2009 at 8:40 am

Hey Tanna… I love the picture frame idea. I have a lot of photos and limited display space… this is perfect. Thanks bunches!

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2 Mandi @ Organizing Your Way September 25, 2009 at 9:40 am

I’m so behind in my feedreader, Tanna, that it isn’t even funny, but I just saw this, and I love all of these ideas! Thanks so much!

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3 Marci@OvercomingBusy September 18, 2009 at 7:52 pm

Great idea’s. There is an antique shop near us with lots of windows that are very appealing to me but I never know what to do with them. Thanks for the ideas! I really like the chalk board idea.

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4 claire September 18, 2009 at 7:51 am

Your ideas are so cool & very practical =)

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5 Gina @ The Shabby Chic Cottage September 18, 2009 at 6:55 am

Hi Tanna!
I used four windows put together with L-brackets to make a base for a dining table. I just put plywood on top and painted it out, and now it’s very sturdy.

Great ideas!

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