You don’t have to throw out your old garden rake just yet. Instead, upcycle it into a shabby chic DIY Rake Wine Rack.
Don’t Throw Your Old Rake Out Upcycle It
Having to toss a good and faithful garden tool is a terrible thing. That is why I love this do-it-yourself project. Not only does it breath life into a worn out rake, but the results are stunning.
Moreover, it’s one of those projects that definitely show how simple it is to upcycle old or outdated materials. And, best of all, this wine glass holder can easily be made in less than a day.
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How to Make a DIY Rake Wine Rack
My father and stepmom made this beauty. I love the aged feel and simple anchor approach. If you want to recreate this project yourself, follow along with this tutorial.
What You Will Need
Broken Rake Head
3 inch screw or bolt with washer
Handsaw
Drill or screwdriver
Pliers (optional)
Hammer (optional)
Sandpaper or steel wool (optional)
Instructions
1. Remove the handle completely or cut just above the metal or plastic holder, leaving some handle intact.
2. Straighten out any bent tines using pliers or hammer.
3. Remove rust and debris with steel wool and/or fine sandpaper.
4. Attach to wall using a self-taping screw or bolt with washer. With this type of rake it’s easily attached to one of the internal studs.
Crafting Tip: You might need to drill a pilot hole into the center of the metal brace prior to attaching to wall.
More New Uses for an Old Rake – SheKnows {Video}
Like This Project?
If you like this project and want to do more like it, be sure to check out these helpful resources for taking old and disposed of objects and repurposing them into new useable ones.
• Restore. Recycle. Repurpose.: Create a Beautiful Home (A Country Living Book)
• Retrash – Upcycle Repurpose Reuse Recycle
• Building with Secondhand Stuff: How to Re-Claim, Re-Vamp, Re-Purpose & Re-Use Salvaged & Leftover Building Materials
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