The secret second life of chairs

(Images: Country Living Magazine, Unconsumption)

There are a lot of good ideas out there for making cool chairs from recycled materials but what about how to upcycle your old chairs? This crafty collection of ideas for your chairs will have you the All Consuming talk of the town.  

1.The Shelf. Stick or hang it from the wall and you're done!

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2. The Swing. This involves a bit more work but essentially get some rope and a branch to hang it from and you can swing to your heart's content.

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3. The Planter. Take the seat bit out of your old dining chair and plant some greenery in them for an unique garden look.

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4. The Hanger. Saw the tops off your old chairs, screw in a hook and volia - you're the coolest hipster on the block.

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5. The Bench. Have more than one chair just begging to be rejuvenated? Put a few together for a beautiful new bench. Here is the before picture to help inspire you!

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6. The Ladder Back. Instead of using the seat of your chair as a bench, use the back, turned upside down for a useful towel rack with space for a few bits and bobs. Perfect in the bathroom or the kitchen (think teatowels and herbs).

The next time you see an old chair and aren't too impressed, we're sure you'll see all its amazing potential!

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