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Dukes and Duchesses

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creative projects inspiration · Written by Randi Dukes

17 Ways to Repurpose a Paint Stick

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Repurposed projects are my favorite.  I love taking something old or something completely basic and transforming it into something fabulous.  That’s exactly what’s going on with these amazing upcycled paint stick projects.  You’ll never leave that ordinary paint stir stick lying in your shopping cart again after you see these unique and trendy ways to repurpose a paint stick!  Whether you use it to build a novel trash can, add it to some furniture for decorative planked embellishment, or create a one-of-a-kind bike basket {oh my!}, the paint stick is getting some awesome new life!

ways to repurpose a paint stick

paint stick bike basket {pictured}

bushel basket

herringbone paint stick table {pictured}

garden markers

paint stick basket

embellished shelf {pictured}

paint stick trash can

lampshade {pictured}

paint stick address plaque

hanging flower box {pictured}

paint stick letters

sunburst mirror {pictured}

planter grid

paint stick state sign

paint stick dominoes {pictured}

christmas tree

embellished nightstand

Have I inspired you to make a quick stop at the paint counter?  I know I’ll be collecting paint sticks instead of recycling them from now on!

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… and 14 ways to repurpose a bicycle wheel!

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About Randi Dukes

I’m Randi, a Dallas-based mom of five kids, ranging from third grade to college and including a set of twins. I love strong coffee, craft and DIY projects, my planner, and my big ol’ family. When I’m not creating something for my blog, I can be found in the car, running kids from one place to another. I’m the one knitting at the red light. Connect with me on google+ | twitter | facebook

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  1. DazzleWhileFrazzled says

    February 29, 2016 at 7:39 pm

    Such fun ideas and super creative! Who knew a paint stick was so versatile. Visiting from Show + Tell party.

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  2. Keri says

    March 2, 2016 at 9:21 am

    That lamp looks pretty swanky. Lots of creative ideas that don’t even look like paint sticks when they’re done!

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  3. Bonnie says

    March 2, 2016 at 10:24 am

    These are very clever ideas!

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  4. Teresa says

    March 3, 2016 at 8:02 pm

    How creative! We have gone through a lot of paint sticks through the years and never thought of recycling them elsewhere. Thank you for sharing your ideas.

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  5. Marsha Blog says

    March 20, 2016 at 8:41 pm

    I really love your ideas! So sweet and it looks so eye-pleasing. Many thanks for sharing.

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I’m Randi, a mom of five living in Dallas. I love strong coffee, long lists, bright colors, thrift stores, repurposed junk, and power tools.

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