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Old-Time Faucet Handles Make Fun Hooks Real vintage faucet handles were the inspiration for these sturdy, colorful wall hooks. They handily hold garden tools, coats, school bags and more. Brightly colored hooks Charming and functional accent Set of 5 Product Details Painted steel Colors may vary Heads are approximately 2-1/4" diameter Heads stand out from wall 1" Screws are 1/4" diameter and 1-1/8" L

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This tutorial for DIY affordable barn door hardware will help you to build a track that will add character to your home! Our master bathroom is TINY and the swinging door was a major issue because it #1- blocked the light between the vanity and the shower making for dark showers. #2- Was always hitting you from behind while at the sink. #3- Was always in the way when getting out of the shower. So a few weeks ago I took the door off, which posed a few issues. I won't get into the stinky…

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a light bulb made from tea strainers

Saw this today on Facebook and thought I'd share it here. This can be a cute touch in someone's powder room! I'd think I would like it even better if it had those black iron finish fixtures. Neat idea!

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RH's Industrial Tool Chest Sideboard:A circa 1900 toolbox from a French automobile factory inspired our expanded version, perfectly suited to life as a console or sideboard today.

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We came across these kitchen tools and appliances turned into lighting elements from a company called Garbage. We love the detail that is in each piece and the old patina on each found item that has been repurposed. Click through the jump for these pieces and a few more from this quaint little company.Gilles Eichenbaum is the artist behind the Garbage name and takes everyday objects (preferably kitchen utensils) and gives them a face lift.

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old doorknobs as towel hooks [i'd actually put a towel on there, otherwise people will be like "uuh is this modern art or something?"]

Or a fire pit, crazily enough.