Have your baking pans cooked their last cookies? That doesn’t mean that it’s time to throw them out. There’s a lot of life left in old pans. You just need to find the perfect use for them.
We found some of the most creative repurposing projects out there.
Are you ready to upcycle?
Get creative with the old pots and pans you have. Add a fountain pump, and you’ll have something to truly enjoy.
Never lose little things again. Keep them sorted and easy to locate with an old muffin tin.
#3 A perfect spot for candles
Catch all the wax drippings without damaging furniture or fear of fire. Put a few pans together to create a cohesive display.
Here’s a simple DIY that doesn’t need much explaining. Make sure to drill holes in the bottom, especially if you will be leaving the planter in an area that sees rain.
Baking pans have plenty of room. All they lack is the right look. Add in some mosaic tiling, and you’ll have the perfect serving tray for years to come.
Get a little creative with decorative paper, cloth, and glue. You’ll have a magnetic memo board that will last for ages.
Old bread tins can be transformed into wall bins with minimal effort. Just nail or screw them to a solid wood backing, and you’re ready to have that perfect rustic kitchen look.
Don’t stop at one level. Use several baking pans and create tiers.
#9 DIYing the tiered stand
Were you in love with the last tiered serving center? You can find instructions on how to make your own
here.
#10 Floating wall shelves
Old cake tins can be turned into useful floating shelves. You can find the DIY instructions
here.
An old Bundt cake can be turned into the perfect planter. For added polish, paint it black first.
#12 A magnetic spice rack
For this, you simply need a frame, an old baking sheet, and flat magnets to glue to the backs of your spice jars.
A vintage cake tin might make the perfect caddy. You can find the how-to instructions
here.
Make sure your boots feel right at home. Give them somewhere to sit (not on your clean floors) that makes it seem like they’re still in their natural outdoor environment.
This creative wreath was made with vintage Jello molds and ribbon. It has a look that simply can’t be replicated with a store-bought wreath.
#16 And ready for the holidays
This one uses a larger mold and tree ornaments. The sky is the limit when it comes to getting into the holiday spirit.
Are you running out of places to put things? Consider the walls, and don’t forget about those old baking pans.
Turn cake tins into pendant lights. You’ll need a few things for this project. You can find the instructions
here.
Old baking tins have a lot of potential uses. This one made the outside ring and back surface of a beautiful herb planter.
#20 Decorative serving tray
Glue on some gold foil, and you’ll have a decorative serving tray. Are you ready to add a little extra character and style to your décor?
#21 Moss monogram display
Add something truly unique to your front doorstep. You can learn how to make a moss monogram tray
here.
Create Christmas décor that the kids will love. Get them involved in the project and let them help to create the face or add holiday decorations such as pinecones and ornaments.
Here’s a quick way to declutter counter space. Use an old bread pan to keep everything out of the way.
#24 Bring it into the living room
Who said that pans have to stay in the kitchen? Bring them further out into the house to create a look that flows from room to room.
This takes the idea of the tiered servers from earlier and adds the perfect touch. The rolling pin holds together the look as well as the parts.
Give old cupcake tins more of a chance at life by using them during your future painting projects. The little cups are great for keeping colors separate.
There are a few secrets to propagating succulents. Pans help! You can find out what to do here.
#28 Tiered tray without drilling
Does drilling terrify you? These pie tins were glued to candlestick holders. No power tools required!
When your pans are done with helping to feed people, don’t forget about the birds! With a little work, a pan can be turned into a sturdy bird feeder.
All you need are the clock parts. The rest is up to your imagination, a little paint, and the style of your baking pan.
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Have your baking pans cooked their last cookies? That doesn’t mean that it’s time to throw them out. There’s a lot of life left in old pans. You just need to find the perfect use for them.
We found some of the most creative repurposing projects out there.
Are you ready to upcycle?
