It’s definitely that time of year again: the stores are filling up with holiday trimmings and Christmas songs are playing everywhere. And while there’s no shortage of Christmas decor to choose from at the big box stores, making your own decor is always in style. Especially if you’re thrifty like me and prefer upcycling or repurposing something from a thrift store or that you already have. Here are some delightfully festive upcycled Christmas decor ideas to spark your creativity.Read more ›
Christmas Sled Decor with Baby Ice Skates
December 13, 2020 · By · 31 Comments
Several years ago, I stumbled across this small decorative sled at a thrift store. Though it was slightly bigger than your typical wreath, I still planned to use it as one. It languished in our garage for a while and even survived the pre-move purge. But, I’ve FINALLY transformed it into Christmas sled decor for our front door.Read more ›
DIY Candy Cane Decorations from Wooden Walking Canes
December 6, 2018 · By · 14 Comments
There are a few Christmas “staples” that I’ve never created for my blog, and DIY candy cane decorations are one of them. And honestly, I had no earnest intentions to do something about that, until I came across some wooden walking canes at Goodwill.Read more ›
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 ›
Winter Christmas Scene under a Cheese Dome
December 6, 2015 · By · 86 Comments
To this day, some of my favorite Christmas decorations include my waterless snowglobes. I am a total sucker for anything miniature. Which means that vintage Christmas in miniature is kind of a double whammy for my heart. And when I spotted this cheese dome at the thrift store, I knew it was destined for a similar idea.
