When I was creating ideas for my kids homework station, I wanted to add a few fun elements. After I decided on the actual desk, (which is the SVALNÄS DESK FROM IKEA) I thought it would be neat to add an indoor awning to the homework space. What kid doesn’t want a space with it’s own little “roof” on it? Ok, I’ll admit, mommy thinks it’s pretty cool too. Let me share with you how I created a an indoor awning from a piece of repurposed roofing tin.
This idea came from my need to declutter our garage. I had these old piece of tin lying around and I could tell hubby was a little annoyed. Can any of my other crafting friends relate?
It isn’t the prettiest or shiniest piece of tin, but you know I like it that way! A little rust just adds value. 🙂
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How to create an indoor awning;
First I needed to figure out how to attach the hardware to the tin.
I’ve shared a few products below that I chose to use.
The best way to attach anything to a tin surface is probably by welding, but since I don’t have the ability to do that, I figured I could use a piece of scrap wood.
I had a piece of scrap wood that I cut into three pieces large enough to attach the hardware to. I screwed the wood pieces to the piece of tin.
One thing I did to create a more “visual appealing” project was to spray paint the wood the same color that I spray painted the inside of the tin.
This is my favorite gold spray paint.
Now it was time to screw the hardware to the wood.
After you’ve attached the hardware to the piece of repurposed tin, mount it to the wall and Ta DAH!
Video on how to create an indoor awning with a piece of repurposed tin.
What do y’all think?
I love the fun vibe this repurposed indoor awning creates to my kids homework station.
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The great thing about this tutorial is that you can use it for so many different projects. You can even use the same method to create Bahama Shutters.
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How would you use this piece of repurposed tin?
Lindsey**
This is so cute! How fun for them to be able to sit under an awning to do their work and projects. Very creative. I love it!!
Totally diggin’ this. We have been talking about doing this for a while and you made it so simple and easy. Sharing with my peeps at Coastal Bohemian on FB.
Lindsey
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So fun! Love that it’s an awning for the kids zone. Super cute!! Visiting from Pretty Pintastic Party.
Visiting from Sunday’s Best. This is cute idea for kids. Gives them an at home feeling. Thanks for sharing.
That is so cute! I love the character it adds. Thanks for sharing it with us at the Homestead Blog Hop!