Ever since I first started this blog way back in 2013, I have ALWAYS loved upcycling old light fixtures. Unsurprisingly, these glass-and-metal shades caught my eye as soon as I saw them in Habitat ReStore. And right away, I knew they were destined to become DIY plant pots for our home.Read more ›
Craft Ideas for Thrift Store Glassware
February 7, 2026 · By · Leave a Comment
In life, there are very few guarantees. Unless, of course, you’re talking about glassware at thrift stores. Because I can guarantee you that every thrift store on Earth has a plethora of glass. Vases, stemware, dishes, and more- there is a LOT of it and it’s usually pretty cheap. Thankfully, there are a ton of glass craft ideas for all of that glassware- let me show you a few of my favorites.Read more ›
Connecting with My Community Through Little Free Libraries
January 29, 2026 · By · 8 Comments
Little free libraries, in my opinion, are one of the greatest “inventions” of the modern age. If you aren’t familiar with what they are, they are honor-system lending libraries that pop up in neighborhoods, parks, businesses, schools, and more. Often house-shaped, they are small cabinets on a post- unlocked and unguarded- filled with an assortment of books that anyone can take. The hope is, of course, that you leave one if you take one.Read more ›
Book Crafts and Projects
January 25, 2026 · By · Leave a Comment
Books have a way of adding up, don’t they? Whether it’s the stack on your nightstand or the thrift store shelves that are stuffed with unwanted hardcovers, there are definitely more books than there are concurrent readers. Thankfully, there are a lot of book crafts you can make with the ones you don’t plan on re-reading (or ever reading in the first place).Read more ›
How to Make Ribbon Bookmarks with Old Costume Jewelry
January 22, 2026 · By · 2 Comments
Truth be told, I first published a blog post about ribbon bookmarks nearly 12 years ago. It was such an old post that I figured a lot of friendly folks had never seen it before. So, I decided to republish it on my website today.Read more ›
Creative Ways to Upcycle Sweaters
January 9, 2026 · By · Leave a Comment
From cotton to wool, cable knit to colorful, sweaters offer lots of crafty opportunities long after they aren’t wardrobe-worthy. Whether they shrunk in the wash or a snag got out of hand, there are a plethora of ways to upcycle sweaters. So, if you’re in the market for some creative ideas for the knits you no longer favor, then you’ve definitely come to the right place.Read more ›
Upcycling Ideas for Non-Christmas Winter Decorations
January 1, 2026 · By · 43 Comments
Decorating your home after Christmas can be a struggle. At first glance, a winter aesthetic seems barren and uninviting, which can seep into your home decor. But, I’m here to tell you that there are plenty of winter home decor ideas and non-Christmas winter decorations that are gorgeous and give you that cozy feeling of “hygge”.
Winter Crafts for a Cozy Home
December 27, 2025 · By · Leave a Comment
As winter settles in, the desire to stay cozy and warm at home is overwhelming. To help lean into that cozy feeling and embrace the concept of “Hygge”, a few extra comforting touches around your house may be warranted. And these winter crafts are just the upcycle ideas you’ve been looking for to help you feel snuggly and content throughout the season.Read more ›
Repurposed Ornaments to Make for Your Christmas Tree
December 20, 2025 · 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 ›
Beaded Ornaments: An Easy Christmas Craft
December 18, 2025 · By · 1 Comment
When I spotted this sequined ornament at Habitat ReStore, it immediately reminded me of the beaded ornaments my mom had made decades before. They were so popular in the 70s and she had purchased and made several of the ornament kits by the time I was in the picture.Read more ›
