Vintage wagon ideas

A Christmas Display Sarah Krouse at Home-ology Modern Vintage has made use of an old wagon for making a wonderfully beautiful Christmas display. A Succulent Planter Image via: Irene G at Home Talk A Collection Display Tray Cathe at Just Something I Made came across an old wagon for a sum of two dollars and then she washed and cleaned it and turned it into a wonderful vintage tray that displays a collection on her coffee table. A Catch-all for Entryway Table Country Living has shared a way to…

There are always a couple of things I tend to visually search for on garbage days at flea markets. One near the top of the list is an old red wagon. There are just so many adorable ways to repurpose it. I did find this one for a reasonable price on Cragslist but when you add in gas and tolls, it's not quite such a good deal for me. (Anyone in north Jersey, please feel free to snap it up.) sources from top left: cre8tivedesigns | just something i made | the primitive progress | someday crafts…

how to repurpose old wagons

If you're into country style looking scenery, then this rustic garden wagons page will inspire you to add a great look to your garden or backyard.

Earlier this month, I shared my front porch with you. (you can see it here) It was several days afterwards that I realized I didn't include the picture I had taken of my wagon, so now it gets to be in the spotlight alone. I had been wanting an old Radio Flyer for my front porch, but they can be hard to find. I found this one at Canton, TX. It is very faded, but I like things that show their age and have stories to tell. For me, wagons always evoke memories of childhood. Like this one... I…

DIY Christmas Peace Sign with Vintage Wagon Wheel and White Lights.

how to restore a vintage wagon

Refinish Your Old Radio Flyer Wagon: My kids have an old Radio Flyer wagon that was in need of a good makeover. The paint inside the bed was all worn away and replaced by an ever-worsening layer of rust. The paint on all the other parts was chipped and peeling as well, showing signs of…

A friend of mine asked me if I could "dress up" (aka paint) a wagon for her brothers wedding. So she searched around and luckily scored one at a Goodwill of all places for $5! OK... first to find one at a Goodwill, and second $5?? Seriously?!?! SCORE! I was told the colors, and sent a pic of the wedding invitation. I kinda knew what she had wanted, but the pressure of making something for someones special day.... I thought don't screw this one up Shelly! As you can see it had a little bit of…