If you have a lone drain pipe sitting on your property, you can turn it into an old fashioned umbrella stand, according to the craft project below that was originally published in 1917. Might also be a good spot for hiking sticks, as well.
Drain Pipe Umbrella Stand
A drain pipe umbrella stand is no new idea, but a stand of this kind is a great convenience in a small hall where there is no space for a larger article, and also a drain pipe is not expensive to buy.
The sketch shows a pipe treated in a novel and very pretty manner that will appeal to those who are artistically inclined and, incidentally, decorating drain pipes in the way illustrated might prove a remunerative occupation for the spare time of anyone who is proficient in painting flowers.
The exterior of the pipe is first covered with cream colored or white enamel, and then the floral design can be painted upon it with oil colors. The pipe from which the sketch was made was decorated with iris; only the side which is visible need be painted upon.
There are, of course, many other suitable floral designs that might be used, and pink roses and green leaves would look very pretty upon a cream background.
Source: The Kansas City sun. (Kansas City, Mo.), 11 Aug. 1917.
