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
I was wondering if you finished this the same way as the Mothers Day planter boxes? I’ve been searching and haven’t been able to find the follow up for that one….any key words I can use? Thanks, and this is beautiful!!!
Just added the link;))
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I would love to know how you painted this, but didn’t see a follow up.
THANKS!
I just added the link;)
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I’m going to tackle a saw for the first time just to make this. Oh….so many uses!!!!
You will be hooked:))))
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love this!! thanks for the tutorial! i’m curious to know how you painted it to get that vintage look…?
Thank you :))
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I LOVE this caddy idea!! I think I might make a beachy one for utensils and what-not for pool parties!!
Great idea Jan;)))
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Such a cute idea, love the use of jars. Have you ever tried Save-On-Crafts they have a lot of fun items for DYI and display. There prices are close to if not at wholesale, I use them all the time, I have no affiliation, just a really happy customer 🙂 It is an online store and they ship really fast. I like going on just too look and get ideas.
Love your project, I am still trying to figure out something to do with mason jars <3
Thank you Heidi! Great info on the online store!! Will definitely check that out;)
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Love it! What is a battery nailer, is that the type of nailer you use on all these types of projects? I’m not sure what to invest in??
Hey Lisa! It is a nailer/stapler that runs on the Ryobi batteries! I love mine and you would get lots of use;))
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love the knob in the center! what a great touch!
Thank you Kristin! I am a sucker for glass knobs;)
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I love this and have been needing one of these at home. I can see it filled with jars of daisies when not in service as cutlery carrier.
Love!!! Thank you Lisa:)
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Fabulous!!…love it…great detail.
Mariaelena
Thank you Mariaelena!
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Oh that is adorable & perfect for my retro-kitchen redo that I am in the process of doing. I know it will look perfect sitting on the counter holding my silverware 🙂
So fun!! Thanks Darlene!!
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Soo cute! Love it!
Thanks so much Jamie!
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Love this simple and cute idea! Would be perfect for my daughter’s country-inspired birthday party:
http://call-me-nif.blogspot.com/2012/07/planning-birthday-party-moms-cool-idea.html
So cute!! Love it!
Thank you Tonya!
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Ok! I need one of these STAT! Sooo cute! Thanks for sharing it with us!
Thank you so much Ruthie:)
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Thank you;))
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