Similar to cutting boards, cabinet doors (or cupboard doors, depending on your lingo) are an amazing DIY canvas. A large blank expanse of wood, painted or not, with minimal prep work to be done, usually limited to removing handles and hinges. And stores like Habitat ReStore or other architectural salvage stores almost ALWAYS have a large selection of them. So, it’s no surprise that I am always trying to conjure up ways to repurpose cabinet doors. Read more ›
30+ Ideas for Upcycled Picture Frames
July 29, 2018 · By · 2 Comments
Few things in life are certain, but this one is: step into any thrift store in any town, and you will find a plethora of picture frames. Why so many end up donated to thrifts, I’ll never know. But the good news is that there are tons of ideas for upcycled picture frames out there.Read more ›
30+ Upcycling Ideas for Dresser Drawers or Storage Drawers
June 17, 2018 · By · 7 Comments
Wooden drawers- no matter where they come from- are full of repurposing and upcycling potential. Whether they are from a vintage dresser, a sewing cabinet, a library card catalog, or something else entirely, there are endless shapes and sizes. And if you think about it, wooden drawers are a ready-built box or crate just waiting to be refurbished in a new and unexpected way! Read more ›
30+ Cutting Board Ideas
May 20, 2018 · By · 9 Comments
If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a thousand times: cutting boards and wooden bread boards from thrift stores are some of my all-time favorite treasures. Sure, they’re plain and scarred from knife use. BUT, they are truly blank canvases that are destined for any number of upcycling ideas and craft projects. There are just SO MANY cutting board ideas out there.
Upcycling Crafts for Garden Markers or Plant Labels
April 22, 2018 · By · 2 Comments
Let’s face it- most gardeners don’t actually need to use some sort of garden markers or plant labels in their garden. They know what they planted and plant tags seem a little unnecessary. But, there are tons of upcycling crafts for various garden markers and they look AWFULLY cute in your garden! Read more ›
Upcycled Christmas Wreath Ideas
November 12, 2017 · By · 20 Comments
Last year, I put together a collection of repurposed and upcycled DIY Christmas ornaments– because who doesn’t love creating fun and unusual ornaments for their tree? Well, I feel the same way about Christmas wreath ideas…incorporating vintage or whimsical elements to give your door festive character! And while DIY wreaths are fun no matter what time of year, I just have a special soft spot in my heart for the winter holiday kind.Read more ›
30+ Doily Crafts with Vintage Doilies
April 23, 2017 · By · 30 Comments
What is it about vintage doilies that makes them irresistible at thrift stores? All I know is that that: (1) vintage doilies are beautiful, (2) they’re abundant, and (3) they are full of project potential! Whether you use them in granny chic decor or upcycle them completely, there are a ton of ideas for crafting with doilies.Read more ›
Repurposed Ornaments and Christmas Ornament Crafts
December 18, 2016 · By · 25 Comments
As a December 26th baby, I feel a special connection to Christmas- even if a birthday at this time of year is pretty underwhelming. Coupled with my love of repurposing and upcycling, it should come as no surprise to anyone that combining the two (upcycling and Christmas) is something I look forward to each year. And while I haven’t done that many of them, repurposed ornaments using upcycled materials are an exceptional favorite holiday craft.Read more ›
25+ Cool Gifts for Guys that are Upcycled and Repurposed
November 27, 2016 · By · 19 Comments
If you have a guy to shop for, then you may struggle with gift-giving…and you are certainly not alone! So, instead of buying presents at the mall, maybe it’s time to take a different approach with these upcycling ideas. Whether you’re looking for birthday gifts for him, romantic gifts for him, or even best man gift ideas, this collection is for you. Trust me – there are some cool gifts for guys that you can make and he will love!Read more ›
Craft Projects with Upcycled Flannel Shirts
October 9, 2016 · By · 43 Comments
I love how versatile flannel fabric is, despite that it has such an autumn and winter feel to it. But from home decor, to accessories, to cozy projects for our pets, I just love crafting with upcycled flannel shirts.
