Decorative trays are something I’m always drawn to in thrift stores. Sometimes, they’re plain and an ideal canvas for a makeover idea. Other times, though, I see them as the catalyst for another project completely, no longer living life as a tray. And then there are those even rarer times, when I find something else completely that I end up turning into a tray.
Upcycling Tips, Tricks, and Craft Essentials
February 12, 2023 · By · 12 Comments
Look, I get it. Not everyone reads my blog posts from start to finish, but rather want to see the before and after with nothing in between. We live in an “attention economy” these days, but trust me when I tell you that there is some good stuff in these posts! All sorts of tips, tricks, and other craft essentials that can get lost in the middle. So, I thought it might be a fun exercise to gather all of those tips into a fun round-up post.Read more ›
Heart Decor for Valentine’s Day
January 22, 2023 · By · 5 Comments
As Valentine’s Day nears, you start to see allllll the heart decor. From wreaths to tchotchkes and everything in between, there are hearts everywhere- whether you’re a fan of Valentine’s Day or not!Read more ›
For the Love of Shiny Brite Ornaments
December 21, 2022 · By · 12 Comments
Just about every vintage-collector I know has one thing in common: they all have a soft spot in their hearts for Shiny Brite ornaments. Perhaps they just love all things vintage Christmas, but they always have a special affinity for Shiny Brites. And I, of course, fall into that same adoring category, as well!Read more ›
100+ Upcycle Ideas and Projects
December 14, 2022 · By · 6 Comments
I know it doesn’t seem possible that yet another year is drawing to a close, but indeed it is! Which means the time has come for the Thrift Store Decor Team to reflect on our best and favorite projects and upcycle ideas from 2022! (Which makes this post a great one to keep in mind when you’re about to step into a thrift shop or estate sale.)
Upcycling Ideas for Wooden Bowls
November 3, 2022 · By · 4 Comments
Wooden bowls are one of those things I see at thrift stores that always make me pause while browsing. Now, if I see immediately that they are made from bamboo or pieced together, I keep on walking by. But, solid wood or beautifully turned by a woodworking artist? I absolutely stop and almost always buy!Read more ›
Upcycling Ideas for Halloween Ghost Decorations
October 7, 2022 · By · Leave a Comment
Over the years, I have made a LOT of Halloween projects for my blog. And while there have been many jack-o-lanterns and haunted houses, I’ve also created a good number of Halloween ghost decorations from various things, too.Read more ›
Non-Pumpkin Fall Decorations
September 9, 2022 · By · 4 Comments
I’ll be the first to admit that I absolutely LOVE pumpkins when it comes to decorating for Fall. I have “pumpkinized” countless thrift store items over the years, and yes, there will be MORE in the future. But even I recognize the fact that they can be easily overdone. So, I thought it’d be fun to create a post about non-pumpkin fall decorations in case you would like a bit more variety, as well.Read more ›
Crafts to Make When It’s Hot Outside (or Bitterly Cold!)
August 19, 2022 · By · Leave a Comment
The entire Thrift Store Decor Team has been bemoaning the same thing recently- “It’s too hot outside to work on projects!”. In fact, you may have noticed that the last few projects that I’ve posted on the blog required very little (if any) time outdoors. And we thought our friends and readers might ALSO be looking for craft ideas that can be done inside at this time of year.Read more ›
DIY Ideas for Patriotic Decorations and Recipes
June 19, 2022 · By · Leave a Comment
Between Memorial Day in May, Flag Day in June, and the 4th of July, summers in the USA are chock full of red, white, and blue. So, the Thrift Store Decor Team and I decided it would be fun to pool our resources and put together a collection of upcycling ideas for patriotic decorations. AND, since some of our team members do recipe posts, they included a few festive food ideas, as well!
