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Monday, April 15, 2019

Reclaimed Wood Flour Bin



When I saw this flour stencil from Funky Junk's Old Sign Stencils
(affiliate link), I knew I wanted to build a wood bin to use it on.
old sign stencil flour stencil
Using pallet wood, I created four sides joined together with 1" x 1" boards on the inside. The front and back are three boards wide and the sides are two pallet boards wide.
Reclaimed Wood Flour Bin Made From Pallet Wood

I joined the four panels together, added a bottom on the inside and made a lid.
Reclaimed Wood Flour Bin Made From Pallet Wood
I was going to attach the lid with hinges, but didn't have ones on hand that would work well so I opted for leather belt pieces.
use leather belt pieces for hinges
 I wanted this to look rough, hobbled together as if a farmer made it in a barn.
Reclaimed Wood Flour Bin Made From Pallet Wood
I added metal handles on the side which makes it much easier to move. I stenciled the flour stencil on the front and then lightly sanded it and stained it all.
metal handles
While I wouldn't store actual flour in it, it would be great for dog food, trash, recycling, potting soil, blankets, etc.
Reclaimed Wood Flour Bin Made From Pallet Wood
Where would you use this fun, rustic piece?

1 comment:

  1. I love it! I think dog food (still in its bag of course to keep mice out and 'dust' in) would be a great use for it. But it depends on where you put it... it could hold outdoor cushions if its near a porch door... so many uses!

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