Even though the post-Halloween impulse is to dive headfirst into all things Christmas, we still have a major holiday to enjoy: Thanksgiving! And while it may not have the decorating chokehold on us that Halloween and Christmas do, it’s still worthy of a few fun projects. Especially if you’re hosting a gathering with family and friends! These DIY Thanksgiving decorations are festive yet budget-friendly, which we can all use these days, right?Read more ›
Upcycle Ideas for Vintage Dishes
November 7, 2026 · By · 2 Comments
I’ve always had a certain weakness for the vintage dishes I see at thrift stores. From the pretty designs to the intriguing stamps underneath, I’ve done my fair share of collecting over the years. And since I can’t possibly use them all for daily dining or infrequent entertaining, I’m always on the hunt for upcycling ideas for them. From teacups to platters to pitchers and more, there are all kinds of ways to repurpose those vintage dishes hiding in your cupboards.Read more ›
DIY Gift Ideas for a Handmade Holiday
November 4, 2026 · By · Leave a Comment
True, not everyone appreciates the thoughtfulness behind a handmade gift. But for those who do, it’s always nice to have a few DIY gift ideas to choose from at this time of year. That way, you can get started on those handmade presents early enough to gift them on time. Perhaps this collection of potential gift ideas will help you get ahead of the curve this holiday season.Read more ›
Fall Table Décor with Brass Candlesticks
November 1, 2026 · By · 8 Comments
This year has really been a balance between my desire to create and my need to spend as little money as possible. So, I’ve focused on rethinking the stuff I already have on hand. This time around, I decided to create some very thrifty fall table décor that cost me absolutely nothing to make.Read more ›
Book Necklace from Old Book Pages
October 28, 2026 · By · 38 Comments
Originally published in early 2015, this old project of mine was inspired by one I first spotted on House Revivals. Because, as someone who loves both old books and all things miniature, making a book necklace from old book pages seemed like a no-brainer.Read more ›
Used Bookstores in Charlotte, NC
October 24, 2026 · By · Leave a Comment
One thing I’ve really enjoyed about moving to Charlotte is the local indie book scene. There are a lot of independent bookstores across the Charlotte metro area- all of which are celebrated during the annual Greater Charlotte Book Crawl. There are also a bunch of fantastic used bookstores in Charlotte, too. And as someone who loves to shop secondhand, I love these shops just as much as the book shops that solely sell new books.Read more ›
Upcycle Ideas for Autumn Decor
October 20, 2026 · By · Leave a Comment
Fall…Autumn…it’s a season so wonderful that it needed two names! And if you’re a fan of all things leaves, pumpkins, and more, then you’ve come to the right place. These upcycling ideas for autumn decor all started on thrift store shelves and will make your home feel like a Fall wonderland.Read more ›
Harvest Wreath with a Leather Arrow Quiver
October 16, 2026 · By · 54 Comments
First published in September 2014, this harvest “wreath” was one of my earliest projects as a blogger. In fact, I’d sourced the vintage leather quiver long before I even launched my blog. It was destined to become autumn door décor, so OF COURSE I had to write a post about it.Read more ›
Halloween Craft Ideas
October 12, 2026 · By · Leave a Comment
Believe it or not, but a lot of fantastic Halloween craft ideas originate from thrift store finds. From baskets to light fixtures, ceiling fan blades to books, thrift shops are full of future spooky projects. And if you need a little inspiration before the eeriest (and best?!) holiday of the year, then you’ve come to the right place.Read more ›
Crafts to Make from a Vintage Map
October 7, 2026 · By · Leave a Comment
Long before GPS units and smart phones existed, we used atlases and road maps to help us get from place to place. Following those maps was a quintessential part of each and every family vacation we took throughout my childhood. And now as a crafty adult, I still love a good vintage map…including crafting with one. Thankfully, there are all sorts of upcycling craft ideas for them, and I can’t wait to show you some of my favorites.Read more ›
