I have 4 panes of glass. Two of the panes are rectangle and they came from a table top that we no longer have.  The other two are square and they came from an old china cabinet.   

Possible uses from ChatGPT

 Gpanes can be repurposed beautifully! Since one is rectangular (likely from the tabletop) and one is square (from the china cabinet), here are some creative and functional reuse ideas depending on where you’d like to use them — home décor, garden, or projects.

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Home & Decor Ideas

Framed Art Display: Mount artwork, photos, or pressed flowers between the panes for a clean, floating-frame look. Use clips or metal brackets to secure them to the wall.

DIY Message Board: Paint the back side with chalkboard or whiteboard paint and use it as a dry-erase board for notes, to-dos, or Bible verses in your office or kitchen.

Shelf or Console Surface: The rectangular glass could become the top of a console table, vanity, or even a new desk if placed on top of two small cabinets or sawhorses.

Coffee Table Upgrade: Set the rectangle pane over a decorative base (like stacked books, crates, or a woven basket) to create a modern glass-top coffee table.

Photo Collage Display: Lay out photos beneath the glass on a dresser or entryway table — instant gallery under glass.

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Garden & Outdoor Uses

Mini Greenhouse or Cold Frame: Use the panes to cover seedlings or raised garden beds in early spring. They help retain warmth while letting in sunlight.

Garden Art or Mosaic Table: Use glass as a smooth protective surface on top of a mosaic or painted outdoor table design.

Solar Light Feature: Build a simple box frame with LED or solar string lights inside and the glass pane as the top — it’ll glow softly at night on your patio.

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Creative & Craft Projects

Serving Tray: Add handles to the sides and paint or decoupage the underside for a chic serving tray (especially the smaller, square pane).

Display Case Lid: Use the square pane as a clear top for a memory box or shadowbox — perfect for keepsakes, dried flowers, or family mementos.

Wall Mosaic or Mirror Mix: Combine the glass with mirror or colored glass pieces for a unique wall art project.

DIY Light Table: Place LED strip lights under the rectangular glass on a stand — makes a beautiful display or photography light table.