What to do with old ceiling fan hardware?

by Carlene Czarnik

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I recently used up some old ceiling fan blades to create those big dragonflies that seem so popular. Now, any suggestions for what to do with the metal "arms" that held the blades? I have a whole pile of them and it seems a shame for them all to go to waste.

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Shira on Jun 23, 2015
@MaryStLouis do you have any creative ideas to share with Carlene?

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Liliana Wells on Jun 23, 2015
There are some wonderful ideas on HomeTalk: See these Towelrack made from ceiling fan brackets and a rolling pin or a dowelhttp://www.hometalk.com/diy/my-kitchen-507429 PlanterFrom a Ceiling Fan Housing.http://www.hometalk.com/diy/grow/succulents/planter-from-a-ceiling-fan-housing-1545919Youcould also affix the brackets to a board and use them as hooks forcoats or towels

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AvonelleRed on Jun 23, 2015
Do you have a picture of them? I may have an idea, but it depends on the shape of them.

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CAROL on Feb 07, 2016
I've seen fan blades put together as a windmill design on the sides of barns or garage depending how big.....or paint a rusty color and add to your outdoor garden,,sorta hide for antique look (:

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