Trash to treasure

I love to turn an object headed for the dump into something useful. We found this ammunition box while we were out walking with our friend Kevin. We later returned and picked up the box while Kevin distracted the neighbors.

Unfortunately, I did not record the box's original appearance. I brushed several coats of exterior-grade varnish on the box, which unfortunately covers some of the wonderful stamped words on it.

I had found a very sturdy pallet not long before we found the ammo box. I thought the pallet would make a wonderful replacement top.



We cut the pallet to size.



I bought some remnant vinyl and foam from the local sign shop. I glued the foam to the pallet and stapled the vinyl to the top. We attached hinges with the help of another friend.



The ammo box makes excellent storage as well as additional table space.



I found a fellow blogger who changes Trash to Treasure and also shares my faith: Check her out.

Maggie Grace Creates repurposed an ammo box as well.