Hey guys!  I built a super fun and functional vintage-looking soda crate this week.  I got my inspiration from Ana’s!  I modified mine quite a bit and I just LOVE it!

Here’s how I made it for $12!

I purchased 1 1×6 @ 8ft. and cut it down.  You can use a hand saw for this!

4 @ 11″

3 @ 9.5″

2 @ 4.25″ (cut these after you build the crate for a snug fit)

I joined one 9.5″ piece, with the two 9.5″ pieces, together with Gorilla Glue Wood Glue and my battery nailer.  If you do not have a battery nailer, a hammer and finishing nails will be awesome!

Then, I added two 11″ pieces on each end and followed with glue and nails.

I flipped it over and attached the last two 11″ pieces to form the bottom of the crate.

After measuring for the dividers, I pushed them down inside to form 4 cubbies.  These will need to be snug so measure before you cut!

For a fun handle, I purchased a bag of little candle sticks and a glass knob from Hobby Lobby (knobs are always 1/2 off now ~ WHOOP!)

I then drilled a hole in the center of the candlestick (just large enough to squeeze the knob screw in)

A little Gorilla Glue epoxy on both ends, I attached the knob at the open end of the candle stick and attached the base of the candle stick to the center of the crate.

I filled the cubbies with 32 oz. wide mouth mason jars and had a little fun:)

What a fun way to shanty up silver ware for a cook-out!

Or a fun centerpiece full of fresh flowers!

Want to know how I finished it?  Check out my tutorial on how to weather wood!

Thanks so much!

~Ashley