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Seen in southern Renton, Washington in December 2022. I saw this car a few times that month.
The car is on the wrong side of the street.
www.1001pallets.com/2013/04/experimental-pallet-chair/
Established in 2010 in Kwun Tong industrial district, The Cave is a new upcoming team of design and creatives in Hong Kong. The team is formed by seven young local design professions, ranging from graphic design, interior design and fashion design. The team has been courageous since the start and is known for their handmade experimental reclaimed wood furniture by using abandon pallet wood and many were later exhibited in numbers of exhibitions.
++ More information at the cave creative workshop website !
Idea sent by Eqqus Lee !
Reused materials:
Pallet wood, pallet nails, leather from sandal (non-dog chewed one), Guinness can for pinhole, Ball lid shutter, Grover 5x7 film back
Pallets in Hamilton Lake (Lake Rotoroa)
If you look closely you can see some of the bread trails from people feeding the ducks... floating into my shot
Nikon D90 - 34mm - 139 sec - F/16 - 10 stop ND filter
www.1001pallets.com/2014/01/pallets-headboard/
A cool headboard made from recycled pallets and with integrated lights!
www.1001pallets.com/2016/04/sofa-6-used-pallets/
We made this sofa from 6 old pallets, each one was carefully processed with abrasive sand paper, colored with regular wall paint. We bought foam to match size and included waterproof cover to fight kids diaper removal process
A Seddon Atkinson truck leaves a yard at Woburn Sands with a rather lager load of pallets.5th May 1999.
www.1001pallets.com/2016/09/pallet-crafter-interview-12-t...
Today, we had the chance to ask some questions to Tim Steller, Crafter from Sarasota in Florida (USA) who specializes in making all kind of beautiful Artworks mainly from recycled wooden pallets; you can follow the work of Tim on its website: Steller Artworks. If you think you deserve to be featured in the next interview, please, drop us an email.
Tell us a little more about you? Who you are? Where are you from?
My name is Tim Steller and I am a 36-year-old pallet artist that lives in sunny Sarasota Florida. I enjoy my beach-style life with my lovely wife Ashley and my almost 3-year-old boy Camden. Along with our knucklehead dogs Angus & Maverick. They’re goofy and lovable. Or for short we call them Gus and Rick.
Why do you craft?
I craft because, like most of us, I have an appreciation for wood and the characteristics it has and what it becomes. I love being able to look past pallet wood’s original purpose and recreate something new. I also try to express myself with art into everything I make just to give it a new feel.
How did you learn to do wood crafts?
I learned to do wood crafts with a lot of trial and error techniques. Actually, oddly enough, I got inspired from pumpkin carving. It’s one of my favorite things. Then I remember, a long time ago, borrowing a friend’s jigsaw and really got to know that machine so I went and bought my own and got to carving.
How long have you been working with pallets?
I've been working with pallets for about 2 years now and love them. They have the coolest, roughed-up look I can never recreate with chains or hammers. And when I find one by a dumpster it's even better because I know I'm giving it a better purpose.
Why did you choose to work with pallets instead of purchased wood?
I prefer working with pallets for many reasons, but mostly because they already have wear and tear, and natural knots missing. Imperfections are perfect for me. I always try and keep the nail heads in my artwork to give it that raw look.
What are your can’t-live-without essentials?
There's not a lot in my workshop I can't truly live without. My essentials list is short just because I hate being "attached" to any materials. But as far as for my work I can't go without my saws, power drill, hammer, crow bar, blowtorch, and sander. They’re my hard workers. I also can't work without my wireless speaker. That's a must. But more importantly, my family keeps me going every day. They are my world.
Are there any brands that are your favorites?
For tool brands I love DeWalt, Rockwell and Black & Decker. For my wireless speaker, it's the JBL Flip. It’s the best out there.
How would you describe your crafting style?
My crafting style would have to be an "Island Lifestyle". I live by the beach and most of my artwork is sea life inspired. I have also done many custom pieces with other subject matter or styles, but I prefer the tropics.
Are there any crafters/artists/designers that you particularly look up to?
There are so many crafters out there that all inspire me to challenge myself and think outside the box and try to see things from different views. Too many artists to list but Dali has always been my artist I grew up studying and many tattoo artists that work with 3-D effects. It’s amazing what they can do with a needle. Detail is the key to finer artwork.
Where do you do your wood crafts? How would you describe your workspace? How did you make your workspace more functional and/or inspiring?
I do all my wood crafting at my house. I converted my garage into my art gallery where I paint/stain and next to my garage is my car port that I use for my wood working. My workspace is not that typical as you will see everything from fine art to skulls on shelves and everything between. My work space is art to me. Organized confusion is the best way to describe it. I thrive on creative chaos. This makes everything so much easier, because everything I do is from my home. When I want to have family time, I just shut the garage doors, sweep up the car port, dust myself off and I rejoin my normal life.
What types of things inspire you?
Living down here in Southwest Florida, there is inspiration everywhere you look. You just have to be able to stop and look at it and appreciate it without feeling the necessity of taking a selfie to post up. It's just the lifestyle down here that I find inspiring. But I do also get inspired every time somebody says, “Wow, did you cut that out with a laser cutter?” Nope! Just my jigsaw and my hands made that piece.
Where do you look for inspiration for a new woodcraft?
I look at all kinds of artwork all the time and I get inspired from ideas and try to blend them. Also, a lot of times my clients from that past will order a new piece with a theme in mind and that will get me inspired/excited to try something new. Change is always fun.
When do you feel the most creative?
I guess I feel most creative late night, after the little one is down for the day. It’s quiet, and I’m at peace. My toughest critic (besides myself) is my wife, but I’m glad of her input. It’ll get me thinking of ideas – or rethinking them - and then the chemistry starts. I’ll get the music playing and that’s the perfect setting for creativity.
We live in such a mass-produced, buy-it-now society. Why should people continue to make things by hand?
One of my biggest selling features is that every piece is one-of-a-kind and can't be duplicated. But that's mostly because of the wood. They absorb differently and each has its own characteristics and that makes it unique. Just to know it was handpicked, broken apart, sanded, etc., is such a quality in itself. In other words you won't find my artwork on Amazon anytime soon.
What is your favorite medium to work in (other than pallets)?
I also love to work with other related arts such as sketching and painting but I I’m also a bartender at a busy marina where I get to be creative and use local ingredients to make some of the best cocktails in the SW Florida. This is a craft that is taking off around the world and I love being a part of that scene.
What are your tips for people who'd like to start crafting? What are your most important safety tips when woodworking?
Tips for beginners: Try to have fun and don't get discouraged with your first attempts. That's how you learn and the next will be that much better. Also try to make a work space outside, not on your patio. The wood and tools will add up quickly and then your patio is a cluttered workshop with dust everywhere. Your other half won't be thrilled. Lastly be careful. Tearing apart a pallet is tough and dangerous, especially if you’re using saws. Also, know your tools. Practice on something easy first. Pallets have split boards with sharp ends, large nails waiting to pierce you and they're heavy. If you can get that pallet home, then you’re half way there. You can take apart an entire pallet with just a hammer. I've done that. But you can also learn dismantling techniques with saws, but once again, be CAREFUL! Watch some YouTube first.
What is your guilty pleasure?
Guilty pleasures would have to be collecting abstract art, my weird skull collection fascination, Halloween, horror films (old and new), Tattoos, loud music, Jeeps, boating, big dogs, and a few others.
What are some of your other hobbies or favorite things to do (other than crafting)?
A few hobbies I like to do are going to a certain beach with the family and collecting driftwood. I'm working on some cool table tops with using driftwood as the base. Other hobbies would include football, basketball, and soccer to stay active.
What are some of your best tips for breaking down, prepping, and cleaning pallets before you build with them?
The first thing you need to know is if the pallet you found is free for the taking, or does the company recycle them? If they do, you can't take that pallet. But there are plenty more around you can take. Next, make sure there are no chemical spills on it, like from a construction site. You don't want those. Once you break it apart you can either remove the nails by hammering them out in reverse or cut them off with a bolt cutter. Then it's time to sand. 80 grit works to get it down to smooth but finish with a 220.
Have you designed any special tools or jigs for wood crafts?
I don't have any hand-made tools I use but I have a variety of tools I use. I do like using my paints and stains for my projects and I make a lot of my own color combinations along with stain to give it a unique look. I try to imitate wood aging like barn wood or petrified wood. I've used all kinds of brushes that I've made; even using an old sock!
What are some wood working skills you really want to learn?
There are endless skills you can use in wood crafting. This has been going on since the dawn of time, haha! I would like to start working with bamboo soon but that's an entirely different operation I need to learn.
What is the one project you’re the proudest of so far?
I guess the piece I'm most proud of is my first one I ever made, which I still have. I have made many pieces that are hanging in million dollar homes as well as high-end restaurants and businesses and some of my favorites are the hammerhead shark, the hog fish, mermaid and the Marlin but my first one is my favorite. It's a very simple piece made of 7 boards with a song quote on it. I still think it’s very cool.
What else would you like to share with the pallet community?
The one thing I can share is to keep thinking of the possibilities. Take a pallet and turn it around. You have a 6 shelf herb garden you can throw up on a wall outside. You don't need to hammer a thing. Just try looking at things from a different view. Pallets are adult-sized Legos for us to build with. The online fascination is growing each day and now people appreciate it because there's a story behind each one. Let's keep this movement going!
If you’re ever in the Sarasota FL area, I am at the Siesta Key Farmers Market on Sundays displaying my art, and I would love to talk to you.
Editor’s note: Thank you for your time and for sharing your story with us, and with our fellow Crafters. Your work is beautiful and inspiring to all of us, and we truly look forward to more from you in the future! Keep those gorgeous pieces coming!
Thanks Tim for this interview :)
To find more on Tim: Steller Artworks website.
Diana 151 (original), Kodak E160T (expired 2005), cross-processed. 24 March 2012.
uploading some older photos i missed the first time around.
21 pallets on a Vrachtfiets Pick-Up, no problem. This bike is a prototype. Production models have stronger, single-sided front wheels with big disk brakes.
www.recyclart.org/2016/05/beautiful-pallet-furniture-can-...
A wonderful time we live in. We have access to raw materials, power tools, we can construct pretty much everything that desires with ease, in the comfort of our home, with the help of our friends and family; we have access to an almost infinite amount of information to guide us, it really is a very good time to be alive.
In this ocean of liberty we float and with great power comes great responsibility; if we are to take advantage of all we have, we ought to consider the extraordinary planet that serves us in the process as well and here sustainability comes in with recycling, up-cycling and repurposing.
The following guide will showcase a handful of pallet furniture examples that one could realize through DIY projects, simple projects that can be done swiftly with little to no expense, all these using salvaged pallets at the base, bringing the wooden coziness and warmth in the picture.
Cast a glance and surge inspiration.
Create an Outdoor Sofa Out of Wooden Pallets
A rapid project that can help you solve a problem temporarily or permanently with little to no costs, all you need is a couple of pallets, nails, a hammer, painting supplies and eventually some cushions that you could purchase or sew.
Build a Pallet Outdoor Swing Set
A craft that boosts comfort and invites the individual to spend more time outdoors, here one should ensure the safety of the swing and its balance, the rest is history. Take advantage of your yard to the fullest, enjoy the outdoors embedded in vegetation, the most beautiful decoration in the world.
Create a Small Outdoor Mini Bar
A petite mini bar can be realized out of three pallets and a countertop; one can position the element on the patio, by the swimming pool or simply at the shadow of a tree. It will make a great addition to those late summer nights, invite your close friends to help in the process, a great memory will be forged.
Tailor a Cooking Isle to Enhance Festive Entertaining Outdoors
Three to four pallets can be positioned one on top of each other, the first one wearing wheels, all secured into place, all ready to serve you as an excellent movable outdoor cooking isle.
The modularity of the pallet beds will also create storage space for various kitchen utensils, and when not used as a cooking station the item can serve as a bar.
Use Pallets to Emphasize an Upcycling Project
The wood contained by the pallets can revamp tons of things, an ice box included. Choose to offer it legs to serve you at the right height and nestle a shelf underneath. Your refreshments will be kept cold in the coziness and warmth of the wooden texture.
Create a Cool Looking Armchair For Your Patio
The rustic-looking wood of a pallet could constitute the primary structure of a cool looking armchair that will soon reside on your patio. The burlap textures are an excellent complement this texture, and you can use various decals to personalize the textiles further.
Create a Pallet Push Cart – Useful Storage on Wheels
A pallet push cart can help you serve the breakfast on the patio, adorned in lush vegetation, fresh air; enjoy the first sun rays by your tea and coffee.
Wooden pallets are an extraordinary resource, one that can be easily obtained, one that offers sturdy natural wood ready to take on a structural role in various furnishings while boosting the spatiality in which it resides a great deal through the spectacular texture.
The nobility and elegance of wood also grant the crafter great liberty in both manipulation and finishing, often infused in interior design lines the pallets gain various colors that make them indistinguishable, a professional looking finish camouflaging the wood perfectly if one was to worry about this aspect.
Take advantage of this resource and save our planet energy, recycle, repurpose and up-cycle as much as possible and invite your loved ones to do the same; craft today for tomorrow.
Before starting your own pallet project, always be sure to check that the pallets you have are safe for you and your family. For this, 1001Pallets, the biggest pallet lovers community on Internet, has made a page dedicated to safety with pallets and you really should check it before starting any pallet project. And if you need to find some pallets, they have some tips available to help you :)
Images discovered on the Homesthetics Magazine through Pinterest.com.
furniture made from reclaimed pallet wood
Upcycling is the process of converting waste materials or useless products into new materials or products of better quality or a higher environmental value.
The first recorded use of the term upcycling was by Reiner Pilz of Pilz GmbH in an interview by Thornton Kay of Salvo in 1994.[1]
We talked about the impending EU Demolition Waste Streams directive. "Recycling," he said, "I call it downcycling. They smash bricks, they smash everything. What we need is upcycling where old products are given more value not less." He despairs of the German situation and recalls the supply of a large quantity of reclaimed woodblock from an English supplier for a contract in Nuremberg while just down the road a load of similar blocks was scrapped. In the road outside his premises, was the result of the Germans' demolition waste recycling. It was a pinky looking aggregate with pieces of handmade brick, old tiles and discernible parts of useful old items mixed with crushed concrete. Is this the future for Europe?
Single canon speedlite with 49 inch reflector umbrella off camera left simulating window position
Model: Melissa Hartford
www.1001pallets.com/2016/09/pallet-punisher-chair/
I made this Pallet Punisher Chair using only pallet wood. This build was completed in about a week. It was a challenge to find the right measures and proportions, so the skull looked right. I’m very happy with the finished project, though!
A little about my Pallet Punisher Chair:
The chair build is fairly easy. The skull part? That’ll be more challenging. . . To begin, I created the seat by taking a pallet and cutting it in half vertically, just past the center stringer. I replaced the nails with screws to give it an edgier look. Next were the front two legs. I used more thick stringer boards as the sturdy legs, cut down to the height I found comfortable for an arm rest. Then I cut the rear legs longer so that they could form part of the backrest frame. I used stronger pieces to create the cross-braces for the backrest and secured everything with screws.
The armrests were two deck boards, trimmed a bit narrower towards the seatback. This was strictly for aesthetics; it serves no functional purpose. I had fun with the front ends of the armrest boards. I purposely cut them long (approx. 3-4”) so that I could carve bone shapes into the ends of them.
Pallet Punisher Chair – the skull backrest:
Aah, here was the challenge. I built the backrest frame tall enough to support larger, cut-out shape of the skull, and to give the “teeth” enough stretch so that it would be identifiable. I had to temporarily clamp the frame a few times until I got it so that the boards wouldn’t be in front of the open eye holes, etc. First, I laid out several deck boards and figured out how far I wanted them spaced out before they looked too wide. Once I was happy with the spacing between the slats, I then sketched out the shape on them, keeping them in place with clamps temporarily.
I cut the outsides and dry-fit to ensure everything would line up the way I wanted. Finally, I cut out the remaining boards. One consideration was proper support for the smaller boards. I had to ensure the layout would provide support for the little pieces. Also, the lower rear support board had to have a bit carved out so that there was the light shining through the sinus opening. Finishing up assembly, I secured everything with screws.
Pallet Punisher Chair – finishing it off:
I applied a dark tone of paint to the chair to make the skull back become the major focus. I used a semi-gloss paint so it would be shiny without being too shiny. After the paint was dry, I roughed up the edges a bit with sandpaper to give it a bit of wear. I painted the back as well, and unfortunately the photos don’t show the color as intensely as it is in person. I think this would be a fun project for Halloween. Can you imagine this sitting on the front porch? It would be great!
inspired by Knock-OffWood!
link to my blog post:
www.saltwater-kids.com/2010/05/from-a-pallet-to-a-book-sh...
Just a small creation I designed after a machine we have at my job. It's not much, but I think little details like this can make a bigger MOC a more realistic.
www.recyclart.org/2013/03/boys-bedroom-from-pallets/
Stunning design for these beds made from pallets !
++ Complete story here
www.recyclart.org/2014/01/reuse-old-pallete/
I brought an old pallet, painted and made it to a table :) Self creation !! No website yet but Sam's Art Factory is fb page !
Submitted by: Manasa Kesiraju !
A multi purpose furniture made of old pallets. Each piece can be used separately or two or more pieces can be combined and locked together. They can be used with a foam cushion or without. Four wheels on each unit allow great flexibility. The wheels can be locked of course. The top edges are protected with aluminum L-profiles and the corners are protected as well.
It can be used as:
Sofa
Bed
Moving aid
Stage
Catwalk
and so on.....
www.recyclart.org/2014/01/design-pallet-lamps/
Original and design lamps made from upcycled pallets by French artist Philippe Daney. Maybe the most original lamps made with pallets ever seen!
Via: 1001 Pallets website !
Just a small creation I designed after a machine we have at my job. It's not much, but I think little details like this can make a bigger MOC a more realistic.
www.1001pallets.com/2016/03/workbench-repurposed-euro-pal...
Workbench with simple free European pallets of 80X120mm.
www.1001pallets.com/2017/01/pallet-crafter-interview-16-w...
Today, we had the chance to ask some questions to Wesley Marien, Crafter from Belgium who made all kind of gorgeous furniture from recycled wooden pallets. If you think you deserve to be featured in the next interview, please, drop us an email.
Tell us a little more about you? Who you are? Where are you from?
My name is Wesley Marien. I live in Belgium, am 31 years old, married to a fantastic wife, a little son (from a former relationship). I’m kind of a rebel. At 20 years old, I started to D.J., but got into music in general when I started playing at age 11. I like to be as versatile as possible. I’m always looking for practical solutions at home or when people ask for my help or skills, and it makes me happy when they ask me. It’s hard to obtain a job though because I’m not the easiest guy to work with, so I want to start on my own business. I can quickly add to my skills, so I want to start something small - on my own and be my own boss. I do like to providing a service to people, so what better way to do it than with some creativity?
Why do you craft?
The urge to create things is greater than ever. Everything I make, I make with pride!
How did you learn to do wood crafts?
I have a basic education in woodcraft from school but never properly finished school. I like to challenge myself because I know I can learn anything if I put my mind to it. My father took me along to do some jobs with family or anyone who paid him when I was only 11 - 12 years old. Ever since I left school I became my father as my friends always could rely on me to do a job no matter what it was. I know a bit of everything... woodwork, electricity, metal, plumbing, and renovation in general, and I’m glad of it!
How long have you been working with pallets?
Since last summer.
Why did you choose to work with pallets instead of purchased wood?
I think we have all the wood we need in the world to recycle. There’s no need for cutting down new trees for mass production. :)
What are your can’t-live-without essentials?
My wife & my son!!! My music!!! My wood!!!
Are there any brands that are your favorites?
I’m not a brand type of guy.
How would you describe your crafting style?
Not perfect at all but solid and playful; unorthodox and maybe a little stubborn.
Are there any crafters/artists/designers that you particularly look up to?
Not really. You can learn from anybody and anything.
Where do you do your wood crafts? How would you describe your workspace?
In my shed and its well organized, otherwise it’s impossible to do a decent job. I always work organized, but never with a plan.
How did you make your workspace more functional and/or inspiring?
I made my own workbench, toolbox, shelves and I know a thing or two about electricity so that’s all well provided. If you create your own workspace then the morale and respect for your equipment is so much greater then when it’s all store-bought.
What types of things inspire you?
Inspiration is like love… you never know from which corner it lurks – like finding a site like 1001pallets.com for example.
Where do you look for inspiration for a new woodcraft?
It all depends… since I’m stubborn I like to do as little inspiration as possible. Not that I don’t do research, but I only need to see something once and then my brain starts to work.
When do you feel the most creative?
All day long!! But it never hurts to let your mind rest every now and then :)
We live in such a mass-produced, buy-it-now society. Why should people continue to make things by hand?
To put a hold on mass production! It’s hard to answer this particular question since I’m not happy with society the way it is. Cutting wood on a massive scale is one thing but what about all the animals that live in and around the trees!? Cut a tree here or there but not the horrible clear-cutting. That’s sad as hell!!
What is your favorite medium to work in (other than pallets)?
Any wood will do as long as it’s not rotten. :)
What are your tips for people who'd like to start crafting?
Push the limit always little by little. Never be afraid to try something new, and watch your fingers.
What are your most important safety tips when woodworking?
Train a steady hand and logic is your friend. Also there’s no need for rushing things while working with wood and be sure to use sharp tools.
What is your guilty pleasure?
Cannabis.
What are some of your other hobbies or favorite things to do (other than crafting)?
Electronic music plays a big part in my life. I’ve played it for 20 years now and also recently into producing tracks and sounds. It’s my ultimate anti-stress, cure against society… music is always with me :) I also like to cook for my family since I’ve worked in several restaurant kitchens and picked up a thing or two from the experience. I make the best salads according to my wife!
Growing crops is also a thing we do in our garden and I have an indoor greenhouse where I spend every day an hour or two. Another thing that I just absolutely love is Western horseback riding. I’m not the best rider, but unafraid and they all say I have the talent for it. My wife says I have golden hands because everything I touch ends up well or turns into gold :)
What are some of your best tips for breaking down, prepping, and cleaning pallets before you build with them?
Take your time, inspect your pieces you want to use and decide where they all go in the project. If there are flaws in the wood, leave them in and give them a strategic place so like it’s meant to be there. Sanding is something you love or hate. I kinda love it because it reveals your end product so train yourself to sand, sand, sand and then sand some more. When the wood is to beat up throw it in the stove :)
Have you designed any special tools or jigs for wood crafts?
Not really but that will change soon.
What are some wood working skills you really want to learn?
Carving and sculpturing.
What is the one project you’re the proudest of so far?
For the moment it must be my famous (local) cathouse.
What else would you like to share with the pallet community?
No project can be bigger than the wood you have!
Editor’s Note: Thank you for your time and for sharing your story with us, and with our fellow Crafters. Your work is beautiful and inspiring to all of us, and we truly look forward to more from you in the future! Keep those gorgeous pieces coming!
Thanks Wesley for this interview :)
To find more on Wesley:
check his profile on 1001Pallets
www.1001pallets.com/2014/01/diy-pallet-coffee-table/
Paco the pug and his new handmade coffee table! :)
Submitted by: giannis pothitos !