Before grabbing off-the-rack entertaining supplies, take a look in your cupboards. We bet you’ve got lots of old stuff begging to be DIY’d into a new life. Try these ideas for upcycling kitchen wares into party goods:
Tart Pan
Photo courtesy of Sweet Paul
A few dabs of super glue transform vintage tart pans and empty spools into a cute-as-can-be cake stand. Use it for a brunch or tea party. Get the how-to at Sweet Paul.
Forks
Photo by EE Photography
Blasted with a coat of spray paint and topped with a petite charm, bent silverware is a whimsical alternative to run-of-the-mill napkin rings, which is a perfect idea for a bridal shower! Get the how-to at Ruffled.
Egg Cups
Photo by Frances Janisch
Vintage egg cups make perfect vessels for tiny blooms, like chamomile florets or succulents.
Pitcher
Photo courtesy of Farmhouse 5540
Thanks to its easy-to-grab handle, it’s a cinch to ferry this ceramic catchall outside for a picnic. A flea market pitcher can also corral grilling supplies, like tongs.
Tall Dishes
Photo by Charles Schiller
Ice cream goblets or champagne coupes can double as elegant little planters for shallow-rooted succulents. A group of ’em serve as an unexpected centerpiece at a dinner party.