Back in April when Erin was visiting, you might have caught a glimpse of this garbage picking photo from this post or on Instagram (@erinejd and @emilyejd1.)

Well, in this photo I am rescuing a corkboard. As soon as I saw this baby, I knew with the right makeover she would be perfect for my oldest son’s bedroom.

Without too much of a plan in mind, I got to work.

Materials

Discarded corkboard
220 grit sand paper
Minwax English Walnut Stain
Burlap – I had a large piece left over from another project
Push pins- I picked up a pack at Lowes for $1.34

First, I sanded down the frame of the bulletin board with 120 grit sandpaper and wiped it clean.

Next, I brushed on Minwax English Walnut Stain with a natural bristle brush, making sure to wipe off any excess with a rag. Once it was dry, I applied a coat of Minwax Polycrylic.

After the frame was dry, I cut out a piece of burlap that was just slightly larger than the cork area of the board.

Then, I folded the edges of the burlap under itself and secured it to the cork with push pins. I continued placing the pins about ½ inch apart all around the boarder, being sure to tuck the burlap along the way.

Finally, it was complete and ready for use.

I am in love! It fits the style of my son’s vintage airplane bedroom so well. Stay tuned to see more updates for this room soon!

What room/rooms are you working on in your home?

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Each week during our link up (Your Designs This Time, Mondays 8:00am EST)  we are inspired by so many great ideas. These a just a few of our spring favorites we wanted to share with you. Click on the link or photo to see the tutorial of each project.

Grown Up Easter Basket from Addicted 2 DIY 

Indoor Tabletop Garden from One Krieger ChickDollar Store Bunny Makeover from Average But Inspired

Thread Spool Carrots from Crafts By Courtney

Hanging Test Tube Wall Planter from Hearts and Sharts

DIY Leather Plant Hanger from Bigger Than The Three Of Us

DIY Painted Billy Ball Flowers & Gift Wrap from The Semi Frugal Life
DIY Burlap Bunny Bag from The Casual Craftlete

Carrot Treat Bags from Sum Of Their Stories

Pottery Barn Knock Off Burlap Bunny Ears from Little House Of Four

Decorative Bunny Platter {Chalk Paint Makeover} from Dolen Diaries

Flower Garland from Woods Of Bell Trees

Hay Wheel Barrow from Penny’s Vintage Home

My son recently received a gift and it arrived in a cute polka dot patterned gift box. The bottom portion of the box got smashed during the gift opening process. I really wanted to figure out something to use the top for so I wasn’t just throwing it away. That’s when I decided to make a few fun note cards from the leftover cardboard.

  
Here is what the top looked like before I started.

  
First, I deconstructed the lid by pulling the corners apart. Next, my paper cutter was used to sever the edges along the creases. That left me with just the center section of the cardboard.

 
Then, I cut the paper again into 3 equal sections. If you are trying this at home, you can make the cards any size you would like. This is just what worked for my needs.

 
Finally, I folded each piece in half and pressed down with the flat edge of a ruler to get a firm crease.

 
I also made a few itty bitty ones from the edges I cut off in the first step. I love these! Plus they were free! Yay!

 
Is there anything special you have saved from going into the garbage?