Upcycling, Rebirthing, New Life.

Upcycled metal filing cabinet | Sleek Modern Planter 

AFTER:  reimagined as a planter box

BEFORE: old metal filing cabinet

The art and philosophy surrounding re using consumer goods is a lifestyle choice. I believe that society simply doesn't need too many more new things and I think, we ought to re imagine purposes for products.

 Creative solutions save you money, give you a sense of pride and reduce landfill overflow.

Earlier this year, I put a shout out on social media that I was looking for old metal filing cabinets.  I only got one, but one was all I needed.  I took the inner components & drawers out and spray painted the exterior.  Then we (Hubby helped) laid it on it's side, inserted a plastic box and filled it with earth.  Now, I have a fantastic planter box that we will allow to rust over the years because I rather like the look of an aged patina.

Our entire cottage interior had been completed with up cycling in mind.  In fact, one photo in particular has made a few rounds on Pinterest.

Upcyling is resourceful, it brings new life to unused items and when used creatively and attractively, becomes an accepted custom and environmental belief that generations can cherish.

Using Hardi Plank siding as a tub surround

Using end pieces of wood to craft an entire wall

Re using metal shed walls behind woodstove