When people think of cork crafts, they automatically think of wine corks. And for good reason, since there are tons of ideas out there for repurposing them. But there are flat forms of cork, too- tiles, cork fabric, corkboards, and coasters- that can also be crafted with.Read more ›
Upcycling Ideas for Silver Plate
June 26, 2026 · By · 14 Comments
Most thrift stores are positively littered with the remnants of wedding registries from days gone by. In particular, stacks of silver plate (not to be confused with stamped sterling silver) are a pretty common sight at secondhand shops. Trays, platters, bread baskets, pitchers- there are just scads of it available at thrift shops, varying in price and quality. Thankfully, today’s crafters are finding fresh ways to repurpose those silver-plated items into new and exciting projects.Read more ›
DIY Gazing Ball and Stand
June 23, 2026 · By · 6 Comments
Years ago, my friend, Gail from My Repurposed Life posted a project that I just adored. She turned an old bowling ball into a DIY gazing ball, and I was completely smitten with the idea. I loved how hers looked and knew that if I ever thrifted a bowling ball, that I’d want to do the same thing.Read more ›
Reading List: Books About Bakeries
June 19, 2026 · By · Leave a Comment
The weirder the world gets…the less desirable reality gets!…the more I escape into books. And the more novels I read, the more frequently I can put together these “what I’m reading” type of blog posts. I always try to include some sort of theme, and today I wanted to share some books about bakeries and sweet treats. I mean, who doesn’t love a cute little story about baking and such?Read more ›
Upcycling Inspiration for Nautical Decor
June 13, 2026 · By · 2 Comments
I’ve always been a fan of coastal decor. But as someone who’s lived in different parts of Florida, that often meant the soft, beachy, and subtropical version (shades of turquoise and sandy neutrals, etc.). But I also find myself drawn to nautical decor, too- an often more cold-water, boating-centric version of the style. So, I thought it was high time to hunt down some upcycled projects that exhibit the best of nautical decor in a single collection.Read more ›
Craft Ideas for Wooden Spools
June 6, 2026 · By · Leave a Comment
Once upon a time, sewing thread came wound on wooden spools. Spools of all sizes- thick and thin, tall and squat. And now, those vintage wood spools are found in antique shops and thrift store cookie tins, begging to be crafted with. Thankfully, there are plenty of wooden spool crafts and ideas out there, including these.Read more ›
DIY Lantern from a Glass Globe Light
June 2, 2026 · By · 13 Comments
I never pass up the light fixture section when I go to Habitat ReStore- especially the shelves full of glass shades. And these ruffled, draped globes caught my eye IMMEDIATELY. They seemed pretty enough to decorate with just on their own, and I wondered if I could turn at least one of them into a DIY lantern, too. Read more ›
Clever Ways to Reuse Picture Frames
May 25, 2026 · By · 4 Comments
The picture frame section at a thrift store is something I never pass up without a thorough inspection. Not only do I sometimes find unusual or eye-catching art for our home, but there are often interesting frames that can be repurposed into something completely new. Sometimes the repurpose is simple- used as a frame for other prints or photos. But there are also some really clever ways to repurpose and upcycle those picture frames in entirely new and unexpected ways.Read more ›
Beachy Decor from the Thrift Store
May 17, 2026 · By · 2 Comments
Summer is a great time of year to lean into the coastal decor aesthetic whether you live near the beach or far from it. And while we normally equate beachy decor with shocking price tags, there are a LOT of ways to get the look while staying on budget. Especially if you take some inspiration from these coastal projects, all of which upcycle items you can find at thrift stores or yard sales.Read more ›
Lining a Wood Tray with Cork Fabric
May 13, 2026 · By · 24 Comments
When I first spotted this wood tray at a Habitat ReStore, I thought for sure it was “wood grain” or melamine. It was tucked in a weird spot, slightly hidden from view, but it definitely caught my eye right away.Read more ›
