The red and green decorations are packed away which means it’s time for all the heart-shaped red and pink decor! And for us crafty types, there are all sorts of fun upcycling projects we can make as Valentine’s Day decorations- and they start from thrift store finds.Read more ›
Crafting with Vintage Jewelry
January 3, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Vintage jewelry, or any jewelry you no longer wear, is often too pretty or sentimental to give away. There’s always the hope of finding an orphaned earring’s mate or finally getting around to fixing a broken clasp. But if you’ve decided that crafting with your vintage or broken jewelry is the best course of action, then maybe these ideas will inspire you.Read more ›
Upcycled Christmas Craft Ideas
December 21, 2023 · By · 1 Comment
The sales are starting, the lights are going up, and that can only mean one thing: Christmas is coming! And to celebrate this festive and glorious season, a few Christmas crafts are in order. And to keep everything thrifty and on budget, these Christmas craft ideas are all upcycled and repurposed.Read more ›
DIY Gift Ideas for a Handmade Holiday
December 20, 2023 · 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 ›
Christmas Craft Projects for a Festive Holiday Season
December 18, 2023 · By · Leave a Comment
As the holidays loom in the not-so-distant future, it’s definitely time to start thinking about the Christmas craft projects you want to work on. We’ve all learned that hard lesson of waiting too long to start and then before you know it, time runs out. Thankfully, these festive repurposed crafts will definitely inspire you to rummage through a few drawers and closets and start crafting up a storm in no time.Read more ›
Christmas Cabin Decor for a Rustic Holiday
December 14, 2023 · By · Leave a Comment
If your idea of a perfect Christmas setting is a rustic cabin in the woods, then you’re in luck because this collection of ideas is for you! From plaids to vintage treasures and everything in between, these upcycling projects are a fun way to turn your home into a Christmas cabin.Read more ›
Thrift Store Crafts and Upcycle Ideas
December 13, 2023 · By · 6 Comments
Every year around this time, I slow down and reflect on how the year shaped up for me (business-blog-wise). This year, in particular, is special because my website turns 10 years old at the end of December. Which means I’ve been upcycling and working on these thrift store crafts for an entire decade now!Read more ›
Plaid Cooler Ornament from a Wooden Spool
December 6, 2023 · By · 12 Comments
For as long as I can remember, I have coveted a miniature Skotch Kooler. Originally from the “My Merry” line of vintage toys, it is as cute as it gets. And since I continued to come up empty-handed, I decided to see if I could recreate a plaid cooler from a wooden spool.Read more ›
Buffalo Plaid Decor Projects
December 4, 2023 · By · Leave a Comment
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 ›
