Vintage light fixtures are a source of constant upcycling inspiration for me. Whether a glass globe, swag chandelier, porch light, or otherwise, there are endless repurposing possibilities for them. And if you have a Habitat ReStore nearby, then you know there are a TON of future repurposed light fixtures just waiting to be found in their store.Read more ›
Upcycling Ideas for Craft Supply Storage and Organization
January 20, 2019 · By · 16 Comments
I’m fairly certain that one of the universal truths in the crafting world is that craft supply storage and organization is a CONSTANT struggle. Whether we’re talking beads, small bottles of paint, sewing notions, yarn, or paper ephemera, there is an unending need for organizing craft supplies. No matter the material or supply in question!Read more ›
Best of the Thrift Store Decor Team Projects from 2018
December 12, 2018 · By · 2 Comments
Instead of posting new thrift store makeovers and upcycles, the Thrift Store Decor Team has gotten together to bring you a HUGE collection of upcycling ideas. We’re revisiting a few favorites from the past year to bring you as many thrift store upcycling ideas and repurposing projects as possible!
Upcycling Ideas for Christmas Home Decor
November 25, 2018 · By · 2 Comments
If there’s anything I’ve learned in my years as a blogger, it would be that (A) just about everyone loves a Christmas project, and (B) ESPECIALLY if they’re upcycled or repurposed! And since I’ve already put together collections of upcycled Christmas ornaments and repurposed Christmas wreaths already, this time I’m focused on upcycling ideas for Christmas home decor. Read more ›
Upcycling Ideas for Old Books and Other Book Crafts
November 4, 2018 · By · 7 Comments
What to do with old books – upcycle or leave alone? It can be a controversial topic (the repurposing of books) and one I’ve grappled with myself. I am a casual collector of vintage books, particularly the ones with crumbling leather binding, and I use them around our home for decorative purposes. But other books are considered less “visually valuable”, so I’m always interested in finding new upcycling ideas for old books.
40+ Upcycling Projects for Fall
September 23, 2018 · By · 4 Comments
Every year, I look forward to the “-ber” months (i.e., September-December) for an abundance of reasons. Certainly the end-of-year holidays are wonderful, but more importantly, I simply love Fall. And there are an endless number of easy upcycling projects for Fall home decor to get you in the autumn mood.Read more ›
Upcycling Projects that Repurpose Cabinet Doors
August 26, 2018 · By · 9 Comments
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.
