I know what you must be thinking- it’s too early for Christmas! But take it from someone who knows, if you wait until Thanksgiving or even early December to work on your holiday craft projects, they’ll never get done. With that in mind, the Thrift Store Decor Team and I pooled our favorite holiday projects into a massive collection of thrifty Christmas decor ideas.Read more ›
35+ Upcycling Ideas for Fall Pumpkin Decorations
September 30, 2020 · By · 4 Comments
Now, I think we are all aware that my love of fall pumpkin decorations is no secret. I’ve made oodles of upcycled pumpkins over the years. And even though I’m done making them for this year (I think…), perhaps you might still be looking for a few ideas.Read more ›
100+ Upcycling Projects for Halloween and Autumn Home Decor
September 16, 2020 · By · 3 Comments
It doesn’t feel like Fall yet outside my door, but I am so very ready for it. And based on feedback I’ve received from my readers and friends, y’all are more than ready for the seasons to change, too. So, my fellow Thrift Store Decor Team gals and I decided to pool all of our best upcycling ideas for autumn home decor into a single collection. Call it the ULTIMATE collection of repurposed and upcycled fall decor ideas and projects.Read more ›
Ideas for Upcycling Clothes
August 5, 2020 · By · 6 Comments
One of the most common and well-stocked sections in thrift stores is the clothing department. As a society, we go through clothing at an untenable pace, mostly because it’s cheap and poorly made. And while we used to be able to dump it all at thrift stores, that convenience is rapidly changing due to current world events. With so many thrifts no longer accepting textile donations, I thought you might be looking for ideas for upcycling clothes.Read more ›
30+ Upcycling Projects for Vintage Linens
May 26, 2020 · By · 7 Comments
Vintage linens such as vintage tablecloths, sheets, and pillowcases are dangerously easy to collect and full of upcycling possibilities. While other vintage items have become more and more scarce at thrift stores, old linens can still be found fairly easily.Read more ›
35+ Mother’s Day Craft Ideas
April 30, 2020 · By · 4 Comments
No matter how old I get, my mom still loves receiving handmade gifts from me. Whether they are for Mother’s Day, her birthday, or Christmas, handmade gifts are always a hit for her. So, I thought it might be prudent to gather up some Mother’s Day craft ideas for you in case your mom (or sister, or wife, or daughter) feels the same way.Read more ›
Recycled Crafts from Your Trash Can and Recycling Bin
April 2, 2020 · By · 8 Comments
Our recycling bins and trash cans are full of potential when it comes to recycled crafts. When I wrote this in 2020, most of us were stuck at home and in need of activities to keep us occupied. So, I put together this fun collection of craft ideas from waste materials; some of them come from the recyclables, and others from stuff we’d throw away.
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Upcycling Projects and Ideas for Bohemian Style Decor
March 18, 2020 · By · 8 Comments
It seems as if the current trend of Bohemian style decor is a direct result of backlash against farmhouse decor. Whereas farmhouse style decor is very neutral at its core, boho decor is vivid in color. And it has a “more is more”, maximalist mentality. The only decor theme my home has is “secondhand” versus an actual decorating style. But I find myself frequently drawn towards the colorful playfulness of Bohemian decor.Read more ›
30+ Wine Crafts and Projects for Wine Drinkers
February 25, 2020 · By · Leave a Comment
Love it or hate it, wine is a VERY popular drink of choice for many of us. And if you also happen to be a crafter AND a wine drinker? Even better. Between wine cork projects and wine bottle crafts, there are all kinds of wine crafts out there.Read more ›
Upcycling Ideas for Vintage Hardware
January 28, 2020 · By · 11 Comments
For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a soft spot for vintage hardware. From keyhole covers to antique door knobs to old hinges and beyond, I love it all. Generally speaking, architectural salvage can be big and bulky, like reclaimed lumber or porch columns. And while those are all fine and good, I usually beeline for the salvaged hardware when I’m at an architectural salvage store.Read more ›
