Antique enthusiasts don’t just adore old furniture and home decor. Architectural salvage pulled from historic homes before demolition is also a perennial favorite. From stairs to mantels, tiles, and more, architectural salvage stores are full of unexpected treasures. But some of the most affordable pieces come from their selection of antique hardware. And there are lots of ways to upcycle and repurpose those key plates, doorknobs, and hinges in new and clever ways.Read more ›
Upcycle Ideas for Coastal Home Decor
June 24, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
I may not live near the coast, but summer always makes me crave that seaside, coastal look in my home. Whether it’s the soothing color palette or all the elements that give beach vacation vibes, I just can’t get enough of it at this time of year. Thankfully, there are a lot of thrifty ways to upcycle items from the thrift store into coastal home decor.Read more ›
Crafts to Make with Embroidery Hoops
June 18, 2024 · By · 1 Comment
Ahh, the embroidery hoop- often associated with cross stitch and other needlepoint crafts. But embroidery hoops have a TON of potential, many of which have nothing to do with a needle and thread. Here are some unique and fabulous upcycles you can make with embroidery hoops to get you inspired.Read more ›
Tin Can Crafts
June 15, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Soup, beans, coffee- tin cans are a staple in our pantries and ultimately our recycle (or trash) bins. But if you want to save some room in your bins, then set aside those cans for some of these tin can crafts and project ideas.
Craft Ideas for a Beachcomber
June 6, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
So, you’re a beachcomber and you’ve gone for a walk that resulted in handfuls of coastal treasures. Seashells, driftwood, sea glass, and more. Perhaps you want to craft with them or find ways to display them in your home. If that’s the case, you’ve come to the right place with plenty of inspiration for all of your treasures.Read more ›
Fantastic Organizers to Upcycle for Your Entire Home
May 27, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
When people ask me how to start upcycling, I always go back to organizers and storage-type projects. Because a lot of things can organize and “hold” items, whether they were originally meant to or not. The bottom line is that the thrift store is FULL of potential organizers and holders; sometimes you just need the right project idea to see it.Read more ›
Inspiration and Upcycling Ideas Before Your Next Thrift Store Run
May 23, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Are thrift stores full of things you can upcycle and craft with? Yes. But will you have a brilliant idea right there in the store and know to grab the right pieces? Not necessarily! If you’re armed with some inspiration and upcycling ideas before you go, though, well…your thrifting trip might be more fruitful. Here are some fabulous repurposed projects to help spark a few ideas before you head out the door.Read more ›
Upcycled and DIY Mid-Century Modern Decor
May 10, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Mid-century modern decor, with its clean lines and atomic symbols, is as popular as ever in today’s homes. Reproductions and modern-made versions inspired by MCM styles fill trendy home decor stores. As authentic pieces get harder and harder to find causing prices to surge, many of us are taking an upcycled or DIY spin on things using items found at thrift stores. So, if you’d like a little mid-century inspiration before your next thrifting run, then you’ve come to the right place.Read more ›
Mother’s Day Gifts to Make This Year
April 25, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
No matter how old you get, your mom will always appreciate Mother’s Day gifts that are handmade by you. It’s just part of the Mom Code, I suppose. Thankfully, there are all sorts of upcycled gift ideas that look so fabulous, your mom might not believe you made it by hand. Ready to be creatively inspired?Read more ›
Quick and Easy Fabric Crafts with an Upcycled Twist
April 22, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Whether you sew or not, fabric crafts are a favorite creative pastime for many crafters. There are so many inexpensive sources of fabric, too- the remnants bin at a fabric shop, the linens rack at a thrift store, or even old clothing from your very own closet. So, if you’re looking for some new crafty inspiration, then this collection of upcycled fabric crafts will have you reimagining all your scraps and yardage into unique and clever projects.
