Uses for Old Flower Vases

Function

• Turn your old vase into a functional household item. Place your kitchen utensils in the vase; use two vases as bookends; or turn the vase upside down and attach a plate to make a cupcake or cake stand.

Design

• Old vases can become new centerpieces to your home. Add items to your vase that match an upcoming holiday and create a table centerpiece. Or place colored glass beads in the bottom, a candle on top and you have a candle holder.

Crafts

• Turn an old vase into a picture holder by attaching the picture inside to follow the curve of the vase. Or cover the vase in small mosaic glass pieces to give it a whole new look.

Considerations

• Depending on the type of old vase you have, you may want to consider restoring it to its natural form, repairing marks, scratches and chips that may be covering your vase.

Warning

• Before starting any of the projects, make sure that the old flower vase is sturdy and that all repairs have been made. This will ensure that the vase does not crack or break while working on it or using it.