Buffalo plaid is everywhere these days, isn’t it? What was once considered more a staple of lumberjacks is now a pattern found on everything from rustic decor to Christmas ornaments. Even the color combination has moved beyond the traditional red and black. So, if you’ve been looking for ways to infuse some buffalo plaid into your own home, perhaps these ideas will inspire you.Read more ›
Sourcing and Decorating with Vintage Christmas Decorations
November 24, 2023 · By · 7 Comments
Vintage Christmas decorations are one of the most popular antiques to hunt for and collect. Whether it’s the nostalgia these decorations hold, their quirky vintage charm, or the elevated craftsmanship from the past, they are highly sought after.Read more ›
Decorating a Flocked Wreath with Vintage Ornaments
November 17, 2023 · By · 4 Comments
After recently sharing a Halloween project from the Sadie Archives, I reached back in and found a Christmas project to share! This project with a flocked wreath never made it onto the blog, despite finishing it nearly 10 years ago. And you know what? The time has finally come.Read more ›
Thanksgiving Wreath with a Brass Trivet
November 8, 2023 · By · 8 Comments
Last year, I was on one of my regular thrifting “adventures” when I came across a brass trivet of a turkey. It didn’t look very old and was missing a few rubber feet on the underside. But, I picked him up because I thought he might be the perfect centerpiece for a Thanksgiving wreath.Read more ›
Skull Art with Vintage Buttons
October 25, 2023 · By · 10 Comments
Here I am again, pulling out a project from the Sadie Archives. You see, this skull art I made with a thrifted embroidery hoop and some vintage buttons never made it onto my blog. It dates back to 2014 and it’s taken me nearly 10 years to dig it back out for publishing.Read more ›
Halloween Art from the Thrift Store
October 18, 2023 · By · 8 Comments
About a year ago, I spotted this tree print at a thrift store. It caught my eye not because it was unique or special (the original Kohl’s price tag on the back confirmed that). But because it looked a little haunting, and I thought it might be fun to upcycle into some Halloween art.Read more ›
DIY Halloween Decor from the Thrift Store
October 17, 2023 · By · Leave a Comment
Thrift stores, yard sales, even your closets and garages are full of items that can be upcycled into DIY Halloween Decor. Sometimes, all you need is a great idea to get started. Here are some fun “befores” and “afters” to inspire you to make some repurposed Halloween decorations this season!Read more ›
Boho Pumpkin from All-Natural Craft Supplies
October 11, 2023 · By · 16 Comments
Last year when I was vase-shopping for this project, not only did I find a perfect vase, but an interesting basket, as well. It wasn’t flat on the bottom but had an intriguing appearance with wonderful texture. As I held it in my hand and flipped it over, I realized it could become a boho pumpkin when turned upside-down.Read more ›
Thrifted, Upcycled, and Vintage Halloween Decorations
September 21, 2023 · By · 4 Comments
I was recently invited to participate in a fun blogging group called “Thrifting with the Gals”. I’ll tell you more about them in a moment, but I thought it would be a great opportunity to take a stroll down memory lane and revisit some of my upcycled and vintage Halloween decorations.Read more ›
Pumpkin Decor from Straw Trivets
September 13, 2023 · By · 16 Comments
Whenever I see woven mats or straw trivets at thrift stores, I can’t help but grab them. And while I’ve upcycled trivets before into my boho basket wall décor, I’ve been secretly stashing away a few in fall colors. Because I wondered if I could turn them into pumpkin decor for Fall.Read more ›
