Calling Bay Area artists, makers, teachers, set designers, Burning Man creators and anyone who loves turning unexpected objects into art: Mannequin Madness is giving away used mannequin legs for FREE.
Yes, free.
Mannequin Madness is the largest mannequin recycling company in the US. Since 2001, we’ve helped retailers and mannequin manufacturers keep their unwanted and discontinued mannequins out of landfills by finding new homes and new uses for them.
Why Are We Giving Away Mannequin Legs?
Sometimes we have an abundance of items that we don’t have room for in our showroom. Instead of discarding them, we’re giving them away to people who can transform them into something useful, artistic, funny or completely unexpected. Scroll down to examples of how people have repurposed them.
We have a limit of 4 pairs of mannequin legs per person. And these are only available for local pickup only,. See our address and hours of operation here.
Please note: these are just legs — no stands included, so plan to display or mount them yourself. Styles, sizes, skin tones and conditions will vary. These are used mannequin parts, so expect some signs of their former retail lives.
7 Ways Customers Are Repurposing Mannequin Legs
1. An Elegant Planter
Gold-painted mannequin legs make a striking planter for trailing greenery.
A coat of metallic gold paint transforms mannequin legs into a sculptural plant stand. Paired with trailing ivy or pothos, they make a striking, gallery-worthy accent for an entryway or living room.
2. A Mosaic Art Sculpture
A dazzling mosaic transformation turns mannequin legs into a true work of art.
For the truly ambitious, mannequin legs make a bold canvas for mosaic art. This one-of-a-kind piece uses hand-set tile to create a wearable-art sculpture worthy of a gallery — proof that these legs can become anything you imagine.
3. A Console Table
Two mannequin legs become the base for a one-of-a-kind console table.
Mount mannequin legs as table legs for an eye-catching desk, console or side table. It’s a great example of turning something designed for one purpose into fully functional furniture with a story.
4. A Cocktail Table
Silver-painted mannequin legs support a chic cocktail table, perfect for entertaining.
A metallic silver finish and a round marble-look top turn a single pair of mannequin legs into a compact cocktail table — ideal for small spaces, home bars or party setups.
5. A Halloween Showstopper
Dress mannequin legs up as a crash-landed witch for an instant Halloween showstopper.
Slip a pair of striped stockings and witch shoes onto mannequin legs, tuck them into an urn or planter with some straw, and you’ve got an instant “Wicked Witch” Halloween display — no carpentry required.
6. A Statement Lamp
A hand-painted lamp with fringed shade turns mannequin legs into a bold, art deco statement piece.
Mount a lampshade atop a pair of mannequin legs for an unforgettable lighting fixture. This design plays with bold color and pattern to turn a simple lamp into a genuine conversation piece.
7. A Playful Planter
A mannequin leg planter with a playful twist — succulents and cacti find a home in an unexpected spot.
Not every planter has to be polished. This one leans into the mannequin’s natural shape with a playful, slightly cheeky design — succulents and cacti fill in the rest.
In addition to mannequin legs our Oakland showroom also has a wide variety of used mannequins and dress forms — full body, torsos, and specialty styles — available at discounted prices.
Visit our website to shop for mannequins and dress forms, rent display pieces, or recycle your old mannequins.
