Since I have a long history of turning unexpected things into pumpkins, I’ve also used plenty of curious things as pumpkin stems. And, of course, I’m by no means the only one who has. In a world full of unique ideas for DIY pumpkins, there are just as many interesting things that can serve as stems. So, if you’re a fan of upcycled pumpkins, then this collection of stem ideas is definitely for you.Read more ›
Mini Pumpkins from Felt Balls
September 11, 2025 · By · 2 Comments
Several years ago, we took a trip to Louisville, Kentucky– for both the antiquing AND the bourbon. While there, I picked up this little vintage truck. And while I planned on decorating him for Christmas, I also wanted to use him in my Fall decor. So, I decided to make some mini pumpkins from felt balls.Read more ›
Decorating and Upcycling Ideas with Milk Glass
September 8, 2025 · By · 2 Comments
Over the years, I’ve thrifted a modest collection of milk glass pieces. For whatever reason, I can’t seem to pass up an interesting vase, compote, or lacy dish if the price is right. And I know I’m not the only one- there are a lot of milk glass aficionados out there! So, if you’ve been looking for some decorating and upcycling inspiration for your own milk glass collection, then you’ve come to the right place.
Antique and Thrift Stores in Hendersonville, NC
September 4, 2025 · By · 18 Comments
Western North Carolina is one of the prettiest places, full of mountains and adorable small towns. And one of those towns is Hendersonville, NC. Just south of the larger and more well-known Asheville, Hendersonville is about as charming as it gets. AND it happens to be a treasure trove of thrift stores and vintage/antiques shops waiting to be explored.Read more ›
Fall Arts and Crafts to Make
August 27, 2025 · By · Leave a Comment
When it comes to my group of friends, I am certainly not the only one who favors Fall over all the other seasons. Between pumpkin spice lattes, football season starting up, and all the fun outdoor activities, it’s just the best time of year. And no matter your age or where you live, there are tons of autumn craft projects to work on. Which is why I put together this fun collection of Fall arts and crafts to make this year.
Yarn Ball Pumpkin Craft
August 19, 2025 · By · 2 Comments
One of the most popular pages on my website is this one on Creative Reuse Centers, which lists out the stores state by state. Folks are really leaning into these craft thrift stores, and I couldn’t be more excited about that. So, I decided to create a project specifically using something I always see at Creative Reuse stores: the yarn ball.Read more ›
Jewelry Storage Ideas to Upcycle
August 15, 2025 · By · Leave a Comment
When someone asks me about easy upcycling projects to try, I always recommend something in the realm of organization and storage. There are so many thrifted finds that can be turned into “holders” of sorts, with or without additional hardware. And these jewelry storage ideas are all excellent examples of that- because they’re all upcycled and started out as cast offs on the thrift store shelf.Read more ›
Repurposing Ideas for Fall Decor
August 12, 2025 · By · 2 Comments
Pumpkins and acorns and fall leaves- Oh, My! It’s that time of year again when stores stock their shelves with Fall decor and pumpkin spice makes its triumphant return. But here’s the thing- some of the best Fall decor starts at a thrift store first and gets transformed into something amazing.Read more ›
Upcycling and Decorating with Vintage Brass
August 9, 2025 · By · Leave a Comment
You may have noticed in recent years that vintage brass has made a comeback in a very big way. What had once been banished to the back of thrift store shelves is now front and center in vintage boutiques. Vintage brass candle holders, lamps, mirrors, and more are once again in vogue. But what to do with all of it? Well, let’s go through a few ways to decorate with or upcycle it all together.Read more ›
Upcycled Projects with Vintage Sheets
August 6, 2025 · By · Leave a Comment
Every time I see vintage sheets hanging on a thrift store rack or piled on a shelf, I’m immediately drawn to them. Whether it’s the weathered softness of the weave or the nostalgic memories of the retro patterns, I simply can’t help myself. Which means I’ve amassed my fair share of them in my fabric stash! But that’s ok, because there are TONS of ways to craft with and upcycle them. Here, let me show you some of my favorite projects.Read more ›
