44 Unique Knobs & Drawer Pulls for Upcycle Projects

We love the gorgeous glossy sheen on these pastel colored knobs.  These classic floral design ceramic knobs come in a variety of subtle colors.  Perfect for the farmhouse chic look. 

This super cute design by Wood N Wax Furniture.

These are the definition of classic with a twist, they have a number of colors including this green and a lovely duck egg blue/teal color that never seems to go out of style. The fossil shape gives them that something a bit different.

These ceramic alphabet drawer knobs are from Art Craft Home and you can get them in a huge range of colors and any letter(s) you want.

This one is a classic handle shape with the tactile texture of leather. Gorgeous!

If you like the style above but you are looking for something to stand out from the background try one of these bright ones below from the Leather Handle Company. 

We love this copper pipe style drawer handle and think it would provide a modern feel to a bathroom vanity or kitchen setting.  You could of course also do a DIY version of this if you have the skills and the spare copper pipe!

Our second choice for an unusual copper knob is this lattice style round knob we found on Etsy.  We’d love to see these used on a rich royal blue or deep forest green cabinet to really make them stand out!

The hexagon shape of the simple bar style handles above by Do Up Shop are on trend now, but the simple styling and sleek designs means they are unlikely to go out of fashion even when cabinet hardware trends change.

These round handles have a classic shape but the echo pattern gives it that modern interest.

This set is a bulbous chunky oval shape that feels great in the hand without looking too out there.  Think understated luxury.

The geometric atlas style drawer pulls above are definitely not understated.  They offer a unique look that is the dare to be different choice in our gold-toned selections.

This set is an intricately embossed set of knobs that is a great option to provide cabinet doors both a modern and old fashioned look.  They have a very art deco feel to them.

These gold safari knobs would be great for a kid's room but could equally work in a grown-up space!

If you prefer subtlety and. a classic shape in your safari animal drawer pulls, the second version by Twisted R Design might appeal to the animal lover in you.

Did you think we forgot about the bears? What about these chunky drawer pulls!

The set of four silver knobs is from Jack Accessories and although we added it in for the trendy bear our favorite in the set has to be that handsome duck.  Doesn’t it remind you of a fancy old style umbrella or walking cane handle shaped like a duck?  Gorgeous dresser knobs if you can find the right piece of furniture for it.  

These are definitely more for a child's room but still plenty classy. So cute!

These pretty crackle glaze star drawer pulls are from Everything's Rosie Home. Understated but still unique.

These chunky silver knobs we think would look especially cute in a nursery without being too overly cutesy.

This is the more grown-up version of the siler knobs above. They kind of have a mexican feel to them.

The silver set of hands above are actually called Buddha hands and they were too beautiful not to include on our list.  

If you or your client have a taste for fine art these handles would add an exquisite finishing touch to an upcycled wardrobe or cupboard.

A simpler and more modern hand handle. This one making an ok sign!

Is there anything more of the moment but at the same time classic as a Monstrea leaf design?  

This handle is the perfect accent to fit the current trend but should stand the test of time with its brass effect aged look.

The second photo is from Hooked Pull Me Knob  You actually only see the front of these pulls once installed, as they are designed to go over the top or side of your drawer or cabinet door.  This is modern cabinet hardware ideal for kitchen cabinets and sideboards.

The Pewter Oak Leaf drawer pull above is made in the UK by Glover and Smith.  We love the beautiful sheen and the shape looks perfect for pulling open your drawer to get at all your bits and bobs.

Our first pick for a bit of black and white impact is this cross design wooden inlay knob. 

It’s got a wooden base and would look great against a lot of paint or wooden finishes.  It’s another one of those choices that has a modern yet classic look.

If you are looking for something a bit more whimsical, perhaps for a subtle Alice in Wonderland themed room, we like these simple but stand out checkerboard handles by Design in Focus

These come in a variety of shapes and hole spacings to fit any cabinet or piece of furniture.

Bright colors, classic material and shape.

These give more of a matte look but in a wide range of colors.

These fractal-colored wooden knobs from Brook and Birch Co give that hint of color with some rustic wooden charm thrown in.  Put these dresser drawer pulls on a white piece to make them pop or match them with a piece in a similar wood to tone down their impact.

 This drawer pull has a gorgeous shape and would add a pop of understated detail to a white chest of drawers.  

This one is a bit of fun and would look best to add a pop of color to a piece that you intend to showcase in its original wood finish.

You can find inexpensive clear glass crystal imitation knobs a lot of places, these ones are on Etsy and come in some fun colors.

This one is from Hoopla Hardware who do a lot of square glass knobs like these in different tones and colours that give that bit of sparkle.

These mother-of-pearl knobs come in a range of lovely shapes and all give that bit of gleam.

Aren’t these old faucet style knobs cute?  

They’d probably look best on bathroom cabinets or a workshop but maybe you can think of somewhere else they would add that touch of something old? 

These are a Card File Cabinet style drawer pull. We could see this looking great on an older piece or a more modern one – for contrast.

These gorgeous on-trend knobs feature a square shape and geometric lines.

Concrete & Terrazzo knobs with a fun hexagon shape.

`Memories of Morroco anyone? Even if you've never been these give a lovely addition of pattern to any cabinet or drawer.

Or take an Italian holiday every day with these fun handles.

For something a bit different!

The gold half moon handles are from Pushka Homes and are not cheap at £122 for a pair!

These Stephen D Evans creations are gorgeous but definitely not the budget option at just over £100 each!