My clock stopped working & instead of binning it, I turned it into a coffee table – and people all ‘absolutely love it
A CRAFTY woman has wowed social media users with an epic coffee table she made from her old clock.
DIY lover Cheryl Armstrong took to Facebook to show off how she had repurposed the stunning living room feature after it had stopped working.
Rather than binning it, the thrifty woman came up with a brilliant idea – to turn the old clock into a chic and unique coffee table.
What’s more, not only is the outcome jaw-dropping and looks like it’s just been purchased from a home goods store, the revamping process also seemed foolproof, as Cheryl shared the simple steps in the post.
Showing the Before and After, the Facebook user wrote: ”Our large living room clock handles went all loose and stopped working.
”Instead of throwing it away I’ve made a coffee table with it.”
For the epic glow-up and upcycling transformation, Cheryl used an old coffee table that she had lying around and stuck a bit of ”nano tape around the rim of the table”.
The double-sided adhesive tape is a perfect alternative if you don’t want to use nails and damage surfaces by drilling, and can be used to safely hang frames, any kitchen utensils, hangers – or for a DIY coffee table.
Available on Amazon and other retailers, the tape is also apply to range of different surfaces such as PVC, tiles, marble, glass, metal, wood and plastic.
Once done, the crafty woman explained, she ”placed the clock upside down and pushed the old table onto the clock to secure”.
The end result was ”one unique to me coffee table”, with Cheryl adding she was ”very happy” with how it had turned out.
”A bit different, isn’t it?”
It’s not just the team at Fabulous that’s totally obsessed with the brilliant idea – hundreds of fellow members of the DIY On A Budget Official page, where the post was shared, raced to comments to praise her idea.
”Wow, I love this,” wrote one fan.
”That’s awesome,” another chimed in.
Someone else couldn’t believe the ”genius” makeover, writing: ”I love it, very cleaver.”
”Absolutely love this idea,” another DIY fanatic wrote.
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These simple and affordable DIY hacks can help you get creative while saving money
Homemade Air Freshener:
Mix baking soda with a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Place it in a small jar with a perforated lid to keep your home smelling fresh.
Upcycled Tin Can Planters:
Clean and paint empty tin cans to use as stylish planters for herbs or small plants.
Custom Phone Stand:
Use a sturdy piece of cardboard or an old plastic credit card to create a custom phone stand. Decorate it with washi tape or paint.
DIY Lip Scrub:
Combine sugar and a bit of honey or coconut oil to make a natural lip scrub. Store in a small container.
Personalised Bookmarks:
Use old greeting cards or decorative paper to create unique bookmarks. Punch a hole at the top and add a ribbon for a finishing touch.
Decorative Mason Jars:
Paint or decoupage old mason jars to use as decorative vases, storage containers, or candle holders.
Easy Cable Organiser:
Use empty toilet paper rolls to organize cables and cords. Decorate the rolls with colorful paper or tape.
Magnetic Spice Jars:
Attach small magnets to the lids of small jars and stick them to a metal board or fridge for easy-access spice storage.
Handmade Coasters:
Cut out squares from old corkboard or felt and decorate them with paint or fabric to create custom coasters.
Natural All-Purpose Cleaner:
Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle. Add a few drops of essential oil for a pleasant scent. Use it to clean surfaces around your home.
If you’re on the lookout for DIY inspiration for your next project, the DIY On A Budget Official page is a must on Facebook.
Here, more than 2.2million people regularly share their epic makeovers on the cheap, as well as savvy tips and tricks to slash the costs.
Some of the recent glow-ups include a gorgeous media wall using B&Q bargains, a stunning hallway transformation with Shein finds, as well as a living room makeover from drab to fab.