Hardware store decor

No, I'm not suddenly into decorating hardware stores... but have you ever noticed hardware stores can be kind of like a treasure hunt sometimes? We have a really neat older hardware store here in town, and I love it. They sell a little bit of everything, from lumber, to gardening tools, to pet supplies, to kitchen wares. This post involves two projects I am currently working on for our dining room re-decorating project, and I wanted to share. I haven't actually completed these projects yet, so these images are from Pinterest. They are sourced, so no copywrite violations are happening here :)

First of all, we have all seen the knockoff West Elm industrial pipe curtain rods.

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Did you know you can create an expensive looking curtain rod with door knobs or drawer pulls and electrical conduit? 

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...or instead of electrical conduit, you can also use a wooden dowel rod and 2 door knobs/drawer pulls. 

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Did you know canvas drop cloths can make some really nice curtains? 

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By now, you've probably figured out what I'm making for the dining room. Here are some other really cool hardware store projects that I am not making :)

These succulent planters are great! 

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Here are some copper succulent planters: 

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These metal candle lanterns are pretty: 

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Have you ever done any hardware store decor crafts? If you have, please share! Have a great Thursday!

Linking to Stonegable, Worthing Court, Cedar Hill Farmhouse, Confessions of a Plate Addict, and French Country Cottage!