Upcycling Cribs!

I love to upcycle! Using less money and making sure there is less waste produced. I was on a pallet kick for the longest time but now my newest obsession is old cribs. You know the kind you're not suppose to use anymore because they have a drop side. People are now selling these on online yard sales and craigslist for around $10 or free if you're lucky! Reuse these things to make your life more organized and to do your part in keeping things out of landfills!

This is what I used them for ....so far. My first project was a shoe organizer which is super easy! Just take the long side of the crib and lean it against the wall in your closet or room and stick your shoes in the between the bars. Like I said SUPER easy!

The kids shoes

Master Closet

And then there is my favorite project so far! Crib to kid desk/activity center! I have to give all props to my husband! I just gave him the idea and he created, put together, and painted it! This is just three sides, the bottom, and a sheet of plywood. It turned out great! 

The wood from the bench came from the same sheet of plywood and the paint was what we had left over from a previous project! So this was a cheap build! 

I still have one three sides, a bottom, and a mattress so don't worry there will be more to come weather my husband agrees or not!

~Heidi