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20 ways to use old windows

Want to make a DIYers heart go pitter patter faster than downing a case of Red Bull? Give them a stack of old windows. There’s so many possibilities of things to make it will blow your mind! So, if you’ve got a window or two laying around and have been waiting for a great idea to use them, today I’m sharing 20 ways to use old windows that’s sure to help you find a way to put them to good use!

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Chalkboard Window from The Shabby Creek Cottage

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About Gina Luker

Gina Luker is a writer, photographer and lover of all things quirky. She's usually found with a drill in one hand and a cocktail in the other while blogging along the way. She's addicted to coffee, polka dots, rock stars, Instagram, and everything aqua.

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Comments

  1. Cynthia says

    August 17, 2014 at 10:44 am

    Fabulous ideas!

    Reply
  2. Ace says

    August 18, 2014 at 3:02 am

    This article is amazing – I am always for recycling and turning old things new.

    Reply
  3. Angela says

    August 18, 2014 at 11:07 am

    love your cute clothes, shoes!

    Reply
  4. Angela says

    August 18, 2014 at 11:09 am

    Discovered your blog a while back. Love the ideas, photos, and keeping it real stuff.

    Reply
  5. NJ Basement Waterproofing says

    August 22, 2014 at 2:01 pm

    These are excellent ways to reuse old windows! My favorite is the chalkboard one. So creative! Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
  6. kelly says

    August 22, 2014 at 2:05 pm

    Love love old windows and your ideas. I decoupage prints on the back side of the window. Old windows make perfect frames.

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    • Lady J says

      September 25, 2017 at 12:56 pm

      Your idea sounds better than any of these.

      Reply
  7. Sensible Gardening says

    August 24, 2014 at 6:49 pm

    I particularly liked the window with the grape wreath. This winter when we prune our grapes I know just what I’m going to make. Thanks for the idea.~Lynne

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  8. Peggy says

    August 25, 2014 at 7:55 am

    How did I miss this? Love all these ideas.

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  9. Sandra Graham says

    August 25, 2014 at 2:23 pm

    Hi Gina just saw latest ideas for windows old ones have been fascinated with this concept for awhile now so peeked into your Pinterest 7 what a joy great ideas especially for a greenhouse next Spring not to hard to find old windows around our area as so many people are renevating to sell homes & move into smaller places so will get going to find some larger ones to make good sized greenhouse for veggies & herbs etc. wish me luck thank you .Sandra

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  10. Mary says

    February 8, 2015 at 8:06 am

    Pitter Patter is right!! Love the ideas. I repurposed some large old picture frames in the same manner. Love the look. I have a post on my blog about it. Thanks for a exclusive pin board too

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  11. Vicki says

    March 13, 2015 at 8:18 pm

    Love these ideas

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  12. My House and gardening says

    May 29, 2015 at 3:46 am

    I love your ideas! Some people are just born with pure creativity. My Mom would love those chalk board windows.
    I think they would make the perfect Xmas gift.

    Reply
  13. Mary Callahan, says

    April 2, 2016 at 6:18 am

    Keep them coming!!! Love this!❤️

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  14. Jayne Shanholtz says

    September 18, 2016 at 3:31 pm

    Thank you so much for the article. I have Windows from my childhood home and have held onto them for over 10 years hoping to find the perfect project I could complete. I found ideas in this article that I can use for all of them. Again, many thanks!!!

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    • Gina Luker says

      September 19, 2016 at 8:09 am

      That is so awesome Jayne!! Please share pics when you finish!!

      Reply
  15. Timber Windows says

    April 4, 2018 at 1:14 pm

    Very cool. I’ve worked with wooden windows for a long time and never thought about recycling them in this way. This post has given me an idea for what we can do with old windows that we remove. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      April 4, 2018 at 6:42 pm

      My pleasure 🙂

      Reply

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