12 Fun Ways You Should Repurpose A Whisk In Your Home Or Garden

A major part of finding success when trying out new recipes is working with the proper tools. Whisks have a ton of different uses in the kitchen, from helping to aerate and whip up egg whites to thoroughly mixing batters. If your whisk is nearing the end of its life, however, you might find yourself putting in way more work than necessary to get your desired result. Replacing the items in your kitchen on a regular basis is essential, especially if you're a frequent cook, but that doesn't mean they have to end up in the trash. A whisk is a relatively simple tool that's obviously been designed with a particular use in mind. Still, it's this simplicity that makes it a fantastic base for a wide array of DIY projects. 

Whether you're searching for a craft to help spruce up your garden or on the hunt for a new creative lighting fixture, you can use a whisk to help whip up these projects in no time. Hold on to the common kitchen item, take a more creative look at its design, and try your hand at turning it into something new. At worst, you'll have wasted a bit of effort, but if things go right, you'll be left with a brand new item made of an object that would otherwise go to waste.

Looking for a way to spruce up your yard or patio? Try making this DIY garden ornament for your outdoor space shared by Morena's Corner. Because the basic structure is already built for you, the only tools you'll need are some pliers, wire cutters, wire, and beads. Begin by bending out the loops to create four wings, then trim off or disconnect any extra pieces. String some beads on your wire and wrap them around the wings for additional decoration, if desired. Finally, finish everything off with two larger beads at the top of the handle to represent eyes.

Creative lighting is one of the easiest ways to upgrade a space, so why not try to create your own? This repurposed whisk wall sconce is a unique idea that's sure to act as a conversation piece. You can use any whisk for this task, but if you want to install a larger bulb, it's best to stick with a whisk attachment from a mixer, as the loops are larger. Connect your whisk to a metal pipe fitting, attach it to some scrap wood or directly on the wall, and run your wiring through to finish off your project.

When you're looking at your old whisk and trying to come up with ideas on how to reuse it, you might notice that the loops look like flower petals. To use this shape to your advantage, try making these floral garden sculptures from Color Me Thrifty. Bend out the loops so they're evenly spaced around the handle, then leave it as-is or customize your lawn ornament with a coat of spray paint or additional decorations. To install them in your garden, all you have to do is bury the end of the handle in the soil in your planter.

Installing bird feeders in your garden is a great way to attract and help out the local wildlife, but there's no reason to spend money on something store-bought when there are so many different ways to make a DIY bird feeder. This whisk idea from Wildlife Kate is one of the simplest. Hang your whisk from a tree or stand by the handle, then place a ball of suet or a cup of seed between the loops. If you want to help out the birds even more, you can also tuck some nesting material between the wires.

While creating your own light fixture might seem like a difficult task, it's actually fairly easy to accomplish on your own, even if you don't have a ton of DIY or electrical experience. The main thing you'll need for this DIY is a hanging light kit, like this Industral Mini Pendant Light Kit from Amazon. Begin by drilling a hole through the base of the whisk attachment, then thread the wire from your light kit through. After you slightly bend the loops to screw in your lightbulb, all that's left to do is hang your new fixture.

Trellising your climbing plants is the best way to keep them under control, but if you have a smaller plant that's just starting out, you don't need to invest in a massive structure just yet. Instead, try out this idea from Soltech Solutions on TikTok and repurpose the loop from a whisk. Bury the ends of the loop in your planter or garden bed, then secure your plant's tendrils to the structure to encourage it to grow around it. If it needs extra help hanging on, secure it with some plant ties.

Peacocks are seen as a symbol of extravagance thanks to their beautiful plumes, but you can easily DIY your very own feathered friend on a budget with the help of this tutorial from Morena's Corner. All you'll need is a whisk, some fabric, paint, and a crystal. Bend up the loops on the whisk so they look like feathers, then cover them with your fabric of choice. Give everything a coat of paint to better mimic a peacock's coloring, then add your crystal to the handle of the whisk to look like the bird's beak.

If you're a fan of industrial or rustic décor, there are tons of different opportunities to create decorative pieces out of repurposed items. This picture frame idea from Studio 5, for example, is made out of a piece of scrap wood and an old whisk. Attach your whisk to the back of the piece of wood, then bend the loops forward so they're sitting at the front of the picture frame. As you're bending, make sure these loops stay close together, then use the small space in between as a spot to wedge your print or photo.

Buying young kids the flashiest toys on the market might seem like an easy way to guarantee they have fun, but sometimes, the simplest things will bring them just as much enjoyment. Take this whisk and pom pom activity shared by @madetomontessori on Instagram, for example. Fill a whisk with colorful pom poms, then watch as the child tries out different ways to remove them. The idea is incredibly basic, but this activity is fantastic to encourage creative thinking and help kids work on their fine motor skills.

If you want your gift to stand out, it pays to get creative with your materials. This whisk idea is incredibly simple, but it's a great way to gift something that's both unique and functional. Because the loops on whisks are slightly flexible, the inside of the whisk can be used as a vessel to carry small items, according to this tutorial from SheSaved.com. Fill the whisk with candy, small toys, or even a bag of homemade baking mix. After adding on a few decorations, you'll be left with a cute present that's ready to gift.

Dyeing eggs is a common Easter tradition, but, even if you're careful, it's easy to end up with stained fingers and dye splashes all over your work surface. To help keep things a little bit cleaner, try out this tutorial from Dine & Dish. Slightly bend the loops on your whisk so you can place your egg inside, then repeatedly dunk the egg in your dye mixture until it takes on your desired color. Remove the whisk from the cup and let the egg dry down a bit before you remove it to keep things mess-free.

Making your own decorative accents at home is a great way to save money, but it can be difficult to produce something that looks as polished as a store bought item. With this idea shared by Örgü Şenliği, however, you can create your own perfectly-balanced tassels. Take some yarn and wrap it around the wide part of your whisk, using your fingers as a stopping point, then slide off the loop over the handle. Tie a smaller piece of yarn around the bundle, then finish everything off by trimming the bottom to create fringe.