Goodbye Plain Racks: The Cuter Way To Add Kitchen Storage Using A Rolling Pin

If you're looking to add a bit of cottagecore-themed storage or rustic farmhouse wall decor to your kitchen, there's a simple way you can do both. All you'll need is a rolling pin and a few simple tools. Creator Reilly Taylor took to TikTok to show off her clever design featuring a wooden rolling pin she picked up at a vintage market. She repurposed it into a hanging rack for her kitchen with just a few extra supplies. The finished product makes a cute place to hang aprons, kitchen towels, or any utensils you want to get off the countertop.

If you're looking to create your own version of the rack, you'll need to start by sourcing your own rolling pin. Thrift stores and vintage markets are a great place to browse for one. However, if you can't find one or would like to use a new one, check budget-friendly stores like IKEA. 

You'll also need sandpaper, eye hooks, a chain or twine to suspend the rolling pin from, a drill or screwdriver, and a screw and wall anchor. Start by wiping down the rolling pin and sanding its surface if necessary to create a clean, smooth surface. Next, carefully measure the rolling pin and drill two evenly spaced holes, one at each end of the barrel, into which you will screw the eye hooks. Thread twine through the eye hooks and then close the loop so that you can suspend it from your screw, using a wall anchor first if necessary.

There are lots of ways you can customize the look of the basic rack, or add to it to suit your needs. Reilly added a wood stain to give her rolling pin a darker, walnut shade, but you can also opt to keep the original tone for a softer finish. If you do use a stain or paint, you'll want to apply a wood sealant to lock in the color. You can also get creative with the material you use to suspend the rack. Try a leather strap for a rustic western look or a lacy ribbon if your kitchen has cottagecore vibes. If you're looking to use the rack to hold utensils or a collection of aprons, screw a series of small hooks into the underside of the rolling pin to hang items from.

There are also lots of fun options available when it comes to selecting your vintage rolling pin. If wood isn't your style, look for a ceramic or metal rolling pin to create a towel rack. You'll just have to suspend it by tying your ribbon or twine around the handles rather than screwing hooks into the barrel.