We been on the lookout for an old card catalog or apothecary cabinet in our price range, since these multi-purpose pieces are so useful. They make great organizers, tables, and shelves.
10 Ways to Re-use a Card Catalog
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- Repurpose it into a mini bar.
- Transform it into a coffee table.
- Use it as a book and display shelf.
- Make it into a closet organizer.
- Organize art or craft supplies.
- Use one to store Legos or other small kids' toys.
- Use one with deep drawers to store DVDs or CDs.
- Organize your shoe collection.
- Put it on wheels and use it as a rolling storage bench.
- Organize your office supplies.
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(Image: Vintage Card Catalog from V & M
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I love all of these ideas! My client used her card catalog as extra kitchen storage.
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What I did was not really from a card catalog, but from an old community mailbox. Similar stuff... great result.
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Cheers. Jon.
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