Now that winter is in the rearview mirror, it’s definitely time to shift gears towards all things eggs, bunnies, and baskets. In other words, Easter crafts! And the thrift store is a great place to find items that are perfect for upcycling into Easter decor. Ready to be inspired for all things pastel and hoppy?
Recycled Crafts from Stuff You’d Normally Toss

The recycle bin and trash can are receptacles that fill up with any number of things. Some of it is proper waste, of course, but you may be tossing things into these bins that could be crafted with. From wine corks to cardboard tubes, there are loads of recycled crafts and project ideas for items destined for these bins. Instead of tossing them out, however, perhaps one of these creative ideas will grab your attention and have you retrieving them from the bins.Read more ›
Botanical Decor Ideas

Houseplants and all forms of botanical decor are about as trendy as they’ve ever been. But let’s face it, not all of us have green thumbs or homes that work well for thriving plant life. Thankfully, there are ways to infuse our homes with botanical elements that require zero sunlight or water. From artificial plants to botanical prints, here are some great botanical decor ideas to add some plant-inspired design to your space.Read more ›
Mason Jar Crafts

Mason jars and all their potential uses have been talked about for ages. Which means this collection of mason jar crafts might not seem all that exciting or original- at first. But, there are still SO many ways to upcycle and craft with them, so perhaps I can surprise you with some fresh new ideas. Besides, you can still thrift them for super cheap and we can all use inexpensive project ideas these days, right?Read more ›
Upcycling Ideas for Vintage Tennis Rackets

Vintage tennis rackets hide in the corners of our garages and the back of thrift store shelves. Made of wood and sometimes encased in a racket press, they have long since retired from the game. But don’t let them fool you: their sweet spot has simply changed from the court to the crafting table. Because there are some FUN ways to upcycle old wooden rackets.Read more ›
Scarf Organizer from a Vintage Chair

Many years ago, I was working on a new Junkin’ Journey blog post when I rolled up to a thrift store with an overflowing dumpster. Everything at the dumpster was considered unsellable, and my eyes fixed on a vintage chair that was leaning askew. Ironically, I’d been trying to come up with an an idea for an upcycled scarf organizer. And I wondered if the broken chair might be just what I needed to make that happen.Read more ›
Thrifty Ideas for Farmhouse Decor

Farmhouse decor has taken some heat over the past few years as people have grown tired of its popularity. Nonetheless, it’s still a favorite home decor style for many folks. And while farmhouse furnishings continue to be available in many home stores, it’s also a great style for anyone who loves to DIY and upcycle it instead.Read more ›
Spring Crafts and Decor Projects

Even though it’s still a little chilly outside and nothing is in bloom yet, I’m definitely getting Spring fever. It always happens at this time of year, as I’m anxious for winter to melt into Spring. I’m sure I’m not the only one who feels this way, so let’s get inspired by some ideas for Spring crafts from thrifted finds.Read more ›
Upcycle Ideas for Old Windows

It really is amazing what kind of projects can be made with old windows. When you think about it, they’re just wood frames with glass or screen. But creativity with old windows (and all sorts of architectural salvage, really) has no bounds. So, the next time you see a stash of windows at a thrift or antique store, you might want to snag a couple to create one of these inspiring projects.Read more ›
DIY Wall Art from Thrift Store Finds

Filling up the vertical real estate in your home can be a daunting (and expensive task), depending on the wall space available. Hanging photos of family and friends is less popular than it used to be, now that all our pictures are digital. So, framed wall art and other hanging decor are more popular than ever. To keep things thrifty and on budget, here are some DIY wall art ideas to spark some creative approaches to decorating the walls in your home.Read more ›