Living a firsthand life using secondhand things.
If you go to any thrift store, you’re bound to find at least one shelf or corner that houses the used sports equipment. Tennis rackets, hockey sticks, bowling balls, you name it- all of that old sports equipment often ends up at thrift stores or yard sales. So, if you’ve ever wondered what to do with old sports equipment, then you’re in the right place. Because there are tons of upcycle ideas for all those rackets, bats, balls, and more.
Now that summer is officially here, it’s probably time to change out your front door wreath. And if you’ve been craving something different for the warm and sunny season, maybe one of these summer wreaths will catch your eye. From bright colors to patriotic colors, summertime sports and coastal themes, there’s bound to be an upcycled or DIY wreath here for you.Read more ›
As glass recycling disappears across the country, wine and other glass bottles end up in the trash instead. And it’s such a terrible feeling to throw out something that can be easily recycled- or repurposed, craft-wise. So, whether you’re in that predicament or not and simply want some inspiration for painted wine bottles, then you’ve come to the right place. These glass bottle crafts will definitely have you thinking about new ways to reuse all the bottles and jars that end up in your bins, that’s for sure.Read more ›
Vintage handkerchiefs are one of those things that I have a weakness for when I see them at thrift stores and vintage shops. With their pretty colors and gossamer fabric, they’re just too lovely to hide in drawers. And since most of us prefer using tissues instead these days, hankies can get lost in vintage limbo. Thankfully, though, there are lots of craft and upcycling ideas for them- let me show you my favorite projects with them.Read more ›
When it comes to thrift stores, there’s no shortage of cookware and bakeware options on the shelves. Pots, pans, lids, and more- there’s always an endless array of items that had once been used in the kitchen. But if you aren’t interested in cooking or baking with them, have no fear- for there are a ton of ways to upcycle those cookie sheets and frying pans. Here are some fantastic repurposed projects to get you thinking outside the box- or, at least outside the kitchen.Read more ›
Houseplants have become a huge trend in home decor again, but let’s face it: not everyone can keep plants alive. So, you’ve come to the right place if you need some DIY or upcycling ideas for fake plants. Because these plants require zero maintenance, look fantastic, and are completely unkillable.Read more ›
We’ve all been there before. Your online order arrives and you say to yourself, “Wow, that’s a really nice cardboard box” and hang onto it indefinitely. But what if it’s not only a nice box, but also has a wonderful print inside? Well, you hang onto it in order to upcycle it into cardboard coasters, of course!Read more ›
Greenville, South Carolina appears on a lot of those “Best Places to Live” lists, and for good reason. I should know, having called it home for 11 wonderful years. But ironically, in all that time, I never published a Junkin’ Journey post with all of my favorite thrift and antique stores in Greenville. So, I figured it was long past time that I reconnect with the city and visit as many secondhand stores as I could to tell you which ones were the best of the best.Read more ›
If you’re not familiar with the term “cottagecore”, don’t be surprised. It’s a relatively new (new-ish, at least) word to many of us, and it’s taken social media by storm over the past few years. But the sentiment behind the concept and the visual appeal of cottagecore decor is actually quite familiar.Read more ›
Yard decor, especially recycled yard decor, is such a fun way to show off your personality outside. Whether you like bright and whimsical decorations or quaint and sweet elements, the same thing holds true: all of it makes for fun DIY projects!Read more ›
Hello, there! I’m Sarah Ramberg and welcome to Sadie Seasongoods, my blog dedicated to approachable repurposing and upcycling projects using vintage treasures and thrifted finds. Read More
