🎨 Thrifted Treasures & DIY Creations✨ Repurpose Project of the Day🪟 Old Window Frame → Family Command Center
- Sarah Skaggs
- 6 days ago
- 2 min read
Old Window Frame → Family Command Center

Turn an old window frame into a beautiful Family Command Center that helps keep your home organized while adding timeless farmhouse charm. This project is both practical and decorative—perfect for busy families!
🧺 What You'll Need
Vintage wooden window frame
Sandpaper
Chalk paint or wood stain
Clear sealer
Chicken wire or corkboard (optional)
Small chalkboard or dry-erase board
Hooks
Small mail basket
Clothespins
Greenery or seasonal florals
🔨 Step-by-Step Directions
1️⃣ Find Your Treasure
Look for old window frames at:
🏡 Estate Sales🛍️ Thrift Stores🚜 Flea Markets🏚️ Habitat ReStore
2️⃣ Clean & Prep
Remove loose paint if needed.
Sand rough spots.
Tighten any loose joints.
Paint or stain to match your décor.
Popular finishes:
🤍 Farmhouse White🌿 Sage Green🤎 Natural Wood🩶 Weathered Gray
3️⃣ Create Your Organizer
Use each window pane for something different:
📅 Family Calendar
📝 Grocery List
📬 Important Mail
📸 Family Photos
📖 Favorite Bible Verse
Attach hooks underneath for:
🔑 Keys
👜 Purse
🐕 Dog Leash
🎒 Backpacks
4️⃣ Decorate
Finish it with:
🌿 Eucalyptus garland
🌸 Seasonal flowers
✨ Fairy lights
🏡 A small "Welcome Home" sign
🏡 Perfect Places to Display
🚪 Entryway
☀️ Mudroom
🏡 Kitchen
📚 Home Office
👨👩👧 Family Room
💡 Bonus Ideas
An old window frame can also become:
🪞 A decorative mirror
🌸 A wreath display
☕ Coffee bar backdrop
📷 A photo collage
🌿 A garden trellis
💜 Thrifted Treasures Inspiration
Sometimes the best projects are the ones that make life a little easier while making your home a little more beautiful. Repurposing isn't just about saving money—it's about creating something meaningful with your own hands.
"Let all things be done decently and in order."— 1 Corinthians 14:40 (KJV)
🌟 Question of the Day
What would you include in your Family Command Center?
📅 Calendar
📬 Mail Organizer
📸 Family Photos
📝 Weekly Menu
💜 A Little Bit of Everything!
Happy crafting, friends! Remember, today's thrift-store find could become tomorrow's favorite piece in your home. 🌿🪟✨💜



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