Whilst looking for things for my room, somebody told me about a blanket box that they were selling. I am always wanted a blanket box as they are such versatile pieces of furniture. Not only can you store things in them, but you can sit on them, stand on them and generally abuse them and they will stand up to pretty much anything!
This particular blanket box is from Laura Ashley, and is made of solid wood. A new blanket box of this size would cost in the region of £425, however I am now the proud owner of one, for the grand total of £35! It had a few bumps and knocks, and one of the inside chains was broken, but with a few tweaks, it is now as good as new. All the little imperfections only give it more character, and the fact that it has been recycled into a piece that somebody else will love is a fantastic example of the Make Do and Mend mantra that so many are trying to live by today.
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