As soon as I get wind of Michaels putting out their Halloween supplies each year, I head out to scope out the merchandise. Rarely do I actually buy any of their pre-made decor, but I love to see what they offer. And the first thing I spotted was this selection of Halloween pillows.Read more ›
Upcycle Ideas for Autumn Decor
September 7, 2024 · 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 ›
Fun Fall Refashion with a Varsity Sweater
August 29, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
It’s true, my love of vintage patches is pretty well documented here on my website. I’ve talked about adding them to various accessories in the past, but today I’m revisiting another application. One that is specific to the back-to-school time of year: the Varsity Sweater.Read more ›
Easy and Upcycled Fall Home Decor
August 26, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Thrifting for Fall home decor (or upcycled projects that become fall decor) is one of my favorite things to do. In my opinion, it’s the best season of the year and there are simply SO MANY WAYS to decorate for autumn. The following upcycle projects are just scratching the surface of ideas out there, but they’re a great place to start on your Fall home decor.Read more ›
Easy Sewing Projects with an Upcycled Twist
August 23, 2024 · By · 2 Comments
Thrift stores, yard sales, and even your own closets are filled with any number of fabric sources. From old clothes to table linens and everything in between, these secondhand materials are absolutely perfect for any number of easy sewing projects. Not only are they inexpensive fabrics, but if they’re blemished in some way, then they’re ripe for repurposing with a little bit of sewing magic. Here are some great sewing projects that are simple, approachable, and perfect for a beginner.Read more ›
Fall Craft Ideas from the Thrift Store
August 20, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
It’s that time of year again- all things Fall have entered the stores, our coffees, and (hopefully) the cooling air around us. Which means that everything at the thrift store starts looking like pumpkins and leaves, and all sorts of Fall craft ideas begin to take shape. So, if you’ve been looking for some upcycling inspiration with an autumnal spin, you’ve definitely come to the right place.Read more ›
Tabletop Bookshelf from a Paper Towel Holder
August 14, 2024 · By · 1 Comment
When I first spotted this paper towel holder at Habitat ReStore, I didn’t know that’s what it was at first. It sat on the shelf upside-down, missing the center rod. So, I assumed it was some sort of tabletop bookshelf or a pair of fixed bookends.Read more ›
Creative Ideas for Stencil Art
August 9, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Stenciling has always been one of the most popular techniques used in crafting and home decorating. From stenciling walls to the hugely popular wooden signs that have trended in recent years, stencil art is everywhere. But walls and wood aren’t the only surfaces that work with stenciling. In fact, any number of unique surfaces can take on stenciled images surprisingly well, in case you’ve been looking for some creative inspiration…
Craft Ideas for Wooden Spools
July 30, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Once upon a time, sewing thread came wound on wooden spools. Spools of all sizes- thick and thin, tall and squat. And now, those vintage wood spools are found in antique shops and thrift store cookie tins, begging to be crafted with. Thankfully, there are plenty of wooden spool crafts and ideas out there, including these.Read more ›
Cork Crafts: Projects with Tiles, Corkboard, and Fabric
July 26, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
When people think of cork crafts, they automatically think of wine corks. And for good reason, since there are tons of ideas out there for repurposing them. But there are other forms of cork- tiles, cork fabric, corkboards, and coasters- that can also be crafted with.Read more ›
