It seems crates are enjoying their moment in the spotlight; their en vogue status shows no sign of waining. Will they have the staying power of the chevron or the stripe? Well, who knows? One thing's for sure, I'm totally buying into this rustic, quirky, farmhouse-meets-loft style of decorating. I've pulled together various different ways of using crates, from office storage to shed chic, demonstrating their impressive versatility. Do you have any ideas for using crates to decorate?
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When everyday items are used stylishly, design becomes accessible to everyone.
Will, I love this style. That big pencil is really cool, too! I love the wrapping paper storage, all the paper is really pretty as well.
ReplyDeletei just love those chairs on that last picture!
ReplyDeleteI'm in love with the crates lined with the blue fabric, totally unique!
ReplyDeleteI am not sure they ever were out 'downtown' however they look like they are headed 'uptown' by the looks of these great pictures!
ReplyDeleteGreat ideas! I love these images!
ReplyDeleteNow this takes me back to my student days, however they were not as glamorous as what you have pictured!
ReplyDeletewhat an amazing idea, i love the look!
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Wow these are all so inredible!
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Great look for little cost... love when they are painted a fun color too!
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I love how this look has become so chic! And to think as poor students we had to do it out of necessity! :)
ReplyDeleteLove it, love it, love! I could live in all those images. And what about that ginormous pencil - what fun! Thanks for a great post, Will. Jane @ the girl in the brick house.
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ReplyDeleteLove the idea. Crates make a flat/house more cozy!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous images, Will! Loving the wallpapered wine crates - rustic glam! Might have to steal the idea for my place!
ReplyDeletethis post is perfect! crates are amazing and they bring such a lovely rustic vibe into a home! xo
ReplyDeleteCrates have so much potential. I may even get one or two.
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The picture with the bottles and the yellow flowers is gorgeous. Have a lovely day!
ReplyDeleteLoving this look, great images. The tall typography pieces are fab too!
ReplyDeleteI have been looking for a coke vintage one! so cool!
ReplyDeleteI'm going to go write a note with my man-sized pencil to remind myself that crates are cool! :)
ReplyDeleteThose jars look awesome. Totally something Will would have in his country house.
Love all these images. I've been drawn to all the vintage crates I've seen on Etsy lately.
ReplyDeleteYes arent they great! I have wooden 'wine crates/boxes' to hold toys in my kids' playroom.
ReplyDeleteFirst met by a bit of controversy by some, they have turned out to be a quirky and successful touch.
Some are left in their original form (just sanded back a little), and some have been painted white. You can still see the Winemaker's shield and name embossed under the paint. I love them!
Ok - am off to bed so pleas stop making it so difficult to leave my computer..! :)
xx C
I have them at home!! Love the ideas!!
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love this! Great round up of photos Will!
ReplyDeleteTotally love this post! I am in to re-use and this fit perfectly!
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Ahh, crates are having their day in the sun and they deserve it! Love all these looks.
ReplyDeleteI adore it! I actually have a vintage crate at home! Bliss!
ReplyDeletei heart crates! I used a bunch of vintage crates we collected to decorate our wedding reception and i've got to show this post to Chris to convince him to use them in the house. But they will not stack well on carpet. Boo.
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ReplyDeleteGreat to hear your thoughts on using crates when decorating, guys! I'm loving those coloured ones.
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