I’m not sure if I keep finding the lanterns or if the lanterns keep finding me. But here we are again, with another thrifted lantern project. Given that it’s still October, I’m going with a spooky lantern theme- even though I’ve made a couple of Halloween lantern projects already. Because lanterns keep crossing my path while I’m thrifting, including this recent acquisition from Habitat ReStore.
Leather Crafting with Belts, Bags, and Scraps
October 24, 2024 · By · 1 Comment
Leather crafting is something I’ve played around with for many years now, in part because I hate the idea of any leather going to waste. Whether it’s a worn leather belt, a damaged leather bag, or scraps from an upholstery shop, I just want to see every last bit put to good use.Read more ›
Halloween Craft Ideas
October 21, 2024 · 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 ›
Boho Wall Hanging from a Garden Flag
October 17, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Now, I realize that a few things may occur to you upon seeing this project. Those of you who know me might be confused because I don’t normally create politically-charged projects. And on top of that, nothing in sight was upcycled from a thrift store find. But I couldn’t help myself upon ordering this garden flag: it was simply too pretty to put outside, so I turned it into a boho wall hanging instead.Read more ›
Upcycling Ideas for Cabin Decor
October 14, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Every now and then, we all just want to escape to a cabin in the woods. But when we can’t get away to a rustic retreat, it’s nice to have touches of cabin decor in our own homes, no matter where we live. Here are some thrifty and upcycling ideas to get that cozy cabin look for less.Read more ›
Milk Glass Vases as Halloween Ghosts
October 9, 2024 · By · 6 Comments
Earlier this year, I published a St. Patrick’s Day project here on my website that involved (temporarily) decorating vintage milk glass vases. I wasn’t sure how well it would be received- but boy, was I oh-so-pleasantly surprised! So, of course, I started wondering if I could do something similar in Fall. More specifically, what if I turned a few milk glass vases into Halloween ghosts?Read more ›
Halloween Home Decor from the Thrift Store
October 6, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Spooky Season is here, my friends, which means it’s time to add all the Halloween touches to your home. All of these upcycling ideas are perfect for Halloween home decor- they’re thrifty, easy and approachable, and scratch that cute-but-spooky itch that many of us have at this time of year.Read more ›
Halloween Embroidery on an Upcycled Sweater
October 3, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
After wrapping up my Halloween pillows project recently, I was reminded of an o-l-d project of mine from several years ago. That project and blog post (some Halloween embroidery on a thrifted sweater) needed tweaking- including re-editing the photos and such, so I removed it from my website. But after seeing how similar my jack-o-lantern pillow looked to it, I decided it was high time to re-publish that long-forgotten Halloween project post.Read more ›
Autumn and Fall Crafts
September 30, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
The leaves are changing and evening comes earlier these days, which can only mean one thing: Fall is here!Read more ›
Decorating a Halloween Tree with Cupcake Toppers
September 26, 2024 · By · 18 Comments
While perusing the Habitat Restore shelves one day, I nearly missed a metal tree that poked me as I picked up something else. It, of course, wobbled and subsequently caught my eye. Perhaps it was an earring tree? But the upcycler in me snapped into focus and whispered, “No…a Halloween tree!”.Read more ›
