Lyndsay Lamb and Leslie Davis added lavender into the rungs and rails of the blanket ladder, but you can use any type of faux plant that you’d like, such as ivy, mother of pearl, or eucalyptus. Or, you don’t have to use plants at all. Instead, you can use the ladder as a shelving unit and add items like books and picture frames. You can also add some decorative string lighting. Another option is to hang some decorative letters from the side of the ladder.

If you’re willing to spend more money, time, and energy on repurposing your ladder, you can hang it horizontally from your ceiling. Install chains to the ceiling and hooks on the ladder to secure it in the same place as your light fixture. The ladder can complement a series of DIY hanging lights.

Whether you like industrial decor, farmhouse style, or something else, there are dozens of possibilities for repurposing your blanket ladder to match your specific style. Just be sure it’s well-secured if you plan to hang it or place fragile items on it.