Another Old Crib Gets a New Life

Published about 1 month ago • 1 min read

You may remember the little green baby bed bench I shared back in August. I’ve always loved finding new uses for old crib pieces, and today’s project is another good example.

This bench was originally made as a toy box, but after revisiting the project, I realized it’s much more versatile. With a hinged seat and hidden storage, it could work just as well in an entryway or mudroom for shoes, bags, blankets, or anything else that seems to collect near the door.

It’s one of those projects that reminds me why I love repurposing. Sometimes a piece ends up being useful in ways you didn’t even consider when you first built it.

See the Repurposed Crib Storage Bench

And if you missed that green bench from August, you can see it here:

Green Bench Made From an Old Baby Bed

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