Don't Throw Out Old Pans Without Trying This Budget-Friendly DIY Upcycle

Can't be bothered learning how to dispose of old pots and pans correctly? If you've got a few old frying pans that have seen better days, don't toss them in the trash. You can easily transform them into charming rustic decor with a few affordable supplies and a little creativity. This simple DIY not only gives your old pans a new life but also saves you some money on decorative bowls and planters. Plus, it's a fun project that can be customized to match your home's aesthetic. You clean your pan and add some legs. Decorate the interior with burlap and decorative twigs, and use it as a tray for plants or crockery.

Whether you're decorating a kitchen shelf or your entryway table, this clever reuse gives you a stylish container without spending more than a few dollars, if even that. To get started with this DIY, you'll need an old pan, a screwdriver to remove the handle, some burlap or jute fabric, Mod Podge, and a bit of paint. Mineral or chalk paint both provide a trending matte finish. This project offers the perfect opportunity to try your hand at making DIY chalk paint with one simple baking soda addition. For decoration, you'll need some faux greenery, twigs, and any other embellishments you love. You'll also need something to use as short legs on the underside of the pan, like small wooden knobs or leftover hardware.

Remove any grease from your frypan with furniture prep cleaner or dish soap and warm water. Once the pan is dry, remove the handle. Apply your chosen paint in thin, even layers, letting each one dry completely before moving on to the next. Then, cut a piece of burlap to fit inside the pan. Brush a layer of Mod Podge on the interior of your pan, press the burlap into place, and smooth it out before applying another layer of Mod Podge to seal it. After it dries, trim the excess fabric. Glue the legs to the bottom of the frypan. To finish your basket off, decorate the inside and around the rim with faux plants, dried flowers, twigs, or even a makeshift wreath.

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The best part about this project is how adaptable it is. However you style it, this DIY is a simple and sustainable way to turn old kitchen clutter into something useful and beautiful. Plus, no two pans have to look exactly the same. Try layering lace over the burlap for a shabby chic look, or skip the burlap altogether and drill drainage holes in the bottom of the frypan to make a functional planter. You may be wondering what's the difference between jute and burlap. Jute is typically available as rope, while burlap is a coarse-weave fabric. You need burlap to line the center of the pan in this DIY, but you could choose to line the rim with jute as a decorative element. You can use this new bowl to showcase potted plants or repurpose it as a catch-all bowl for keys, jewelry, mail, or spare change by your front door.