Last week or something I wrote a post about the versatility of binder clips, which my dad would advise that you definitely not check out.

Afterwards, I got to talking with my bestie about the post (because some people liked it, DAD), and making things and repurposing and so on. She was quite excited because the final application featured in the post was one she, herself, has replicated. She sent me a picture of her version, which features old drawers as modular shelves.

And then I went “Hot diggety dog! Old drawers!”

And so now here are a bunch of old drawers, used in different ways. You’re welcome.

1. Shelves

As aforeblogged, old drawers evidently work exceedingly well when employed as modular shelving units. It’s a highly customizable approach to wall shelves I must say, and can be used for either functional storage or just display.

Go big or go little and either way go home. Although in this case “going home” is not the shameful punishment it usually is when used in such a context. And why it is, after all?

2. Jewelry Organizer

Many, many more iterations of that in the post on repurposing vintage type set drawers.

3. Under-bed Storage 

Truthfully, I still don’t want to go hugging this idea, but, you know, if you have to.

Slap some casters on your old drawer and you’re in business.

4. Kitchen Essentials Tray

As discussed in the post The Secret To Keeping Cooking Essentials Within Reach And Neat, it can often be helpful to maintain a collection of cooking or dining items used most commonly in an easy to access spot. A tray works well and hey, so, it turns out, does an old drawer.

5. Flower Pots 

While I was investing this post, I came across many versions of this idea, and I have to say, it has a certain rustic appeal.

6. Centerpieces/ Partyware

While numero 5 might reside anywhere including a garden, this particular application places the old drawer at the center of a social gathering. Fill an old drawer with flowers and immerse it in your tablescape, or employ it as a serving tray (paper straws necessary). 

Speaking of which, Thanksgiving anyone??

Think about it.

But also maybe try to avoid starting a fire what with those candles and all that moss. Which the creator of the image above actually did have happen.

Favorites? Lemme know in the comments below. Objections? Take ’em up with my pops.