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July 29, 2012

Steppin’ out in style…new uses for old ladders!

ladders, vintage, repurpose, DIY, recycle, projects

Ladders aren’t just for climbing anymore! We love the creative uses for ladders people are coming up with these days…and this round up of ladder projects is no exception!


We love this clever Stepladder Bird Bath from Kelly of Eclectically Vintage!  

Anne of White Lace Cottage said this Ladder Display Project was a “step above” and we couldn’t agree more.  She spanned this vintage ladder between two cabinets for extra storage and display space! How clever is that?! 


Here’s another option for the outdoors! Kristen of Different Shades of Green created a Vertical Ladder Garden out of this repurposed ladder! 


Laurel of Chipping with Charm brought a vintage ladder into the bedroom by turning it into a  Ladder Bed Canopy! 


You don’t even have to use all parts of the ladder to repurpose one! We love these Dumpster Dive Ladder Beach Signs made from the steps of a dumpster ladder created by Art is Beauty. 


and who hasn’t seen and doesn’t adore Donna of Funky Junk Interiors Ladder, Pallet and Sawhorse Desk?! We can picture Donna here blogging away! 


We think all of these fabulous projects are “steppin’ out in style”! Have you re-purposed a ladder? If so head over to HomeTalk and share your Ladder Projects and be sure to let us know you did so we can take a peek! 

Whether junking, thrifting, shopping, sunning or grilling…have a wonderful weekend!

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  1. classic • casual • home says

    July 28, 2012 at 3:09 PM

    I just like my vintage red metal ladder in my pantry…really handy for the items on the top shelves!

    Reply
    • At The Picket Fence says

      July 28, 2012 at 3:26 PM

      I just painted an old step stool that belonged to our grandmother red to display in my laundry room! Cute and practical. ~Heather

      Reply
  2. Dianna says

    July 28, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    I have been trying to come up with a great idea for a headboard…the ladder trick may be it!

    Reply
  3. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    July 28, 2012 at 6:08 PM

    These are all such wonderful ideas and so much inspiration. Love it. Hugs, Marty

    Reply
  4. Honey at 2805 says

    July 28, 2012 at 7:37 PM

    I found another good one this week!
    Thanks for all the inspiration!

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  5. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    July 29, 2012 at 1:29 AM

    Such fabulous ideas, I love them all!!

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  6. Debbiedoo's says

    July 29, 2012 at 3:04 AM

    Those are great ideas girls! Have a great weekend.

    Reply
  7. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    July 29, 2012 at 12:42 PM

    These are all unreal. Love them. Thanks for the great pics. Have a super Sunday!!! Hugs, marty

    Reply
  8. Good Time Charlie says

    July 29, 2012 at 8:29 PM

    I can never pass up an old ladder. I love everything about them. Love to see all the different way people display them too!

    Reply
  9. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    July 30, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    Hmmm, I have an old ladder in my antique booth and now I want to snatch it out of there and load it up with plants on my porch… or use as a canopy in my guest room. 🙂 Thanks, ladies, for the inspiration!
    xo Heidi

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  10. JOY 2 JOURNEY says

    July 30, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    I love ladders and have a couple that I want to do something different with them … You gave me such great ideas! Thanks
    Hugs,
    Bj

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    July 31, 2012 at 9:11 AM

    Amazing. What a beautiful place. Love to visit the Pacific Northwest. Have been to Cali but not up north. Looks absolutely gorgeous. Have a great trip!

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  12. medici milano says

    August 1, 2012 at 7:30 AM

    Heather this is a fantastic copy cat. Hold such sentiment too! You did a better job than the original. Thanks in advance for sharing and linking up. super excited about this party.

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  13. art is beauty says

    August 1, 2012 at 3:40 PM

    thank you so much for sharing my ladder signs!
    Hugs,
    Karin
    http://www.artisbeauty.net

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  14. Kim @ La Belle Époque says

    August 2, 2012 at 8:57 PM

    Love the ladder bed canopy and the ladder between the cabinets. I’ve been looking for a great old ladder to use in my bathroom.

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  15. KhearP says

    October 23, 2012 at 1:58 AM

    Wow! For me, this is such an inspirational idea. I also love that ladder bed canopy and I will try this work at home. This is all great. Big thanks for sharing this with us.

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