Since I work with Habitat ReStore so closely, I am always challenging myself to come up with upcycling ideas for some of their more commonly found items. Like these Christmas ornaments that I made for them a couple of years ago. Today, however, I decided to do the same with a vent register, which they always have in stock. It seemed like the perfect piece to use as a paper sorter of sorts; or more specifically, a greeting card holder.Read more ›
Easy Upcycling Ideas for House Storage and Organization
January 17, 2021 · By · 4 Comments
Getting your house organized and under control is always a good idea. But the weeks following the holiday hoopla is my favorite time to really focus on it. And, of course, I use all kinds of repurposed items to get organized. And I thought you, too, might be looking for some easy upcycling ideas for house storage and organization.Read more ›
Craft Paper Storage in a Vintage Photo Album
March 27, 2019 · By · 29 Comments
Craft paper storage for my vintage ephemera (i.e., old paper stuff like labels) was not high on my list of “priority projects”. But, I spotted a vintage photo album at the thrift store the other day, and, well, fate had another plan in mind. It just seemed ideal to be upcycled into a DIY paper organizer!
Upcycling a Vintage Magazine Holder as Stencil Storage
January 10, 2018 · By · 50 Comments
One of my craft room organization conundrums is stencil storage: How to organize and store all my reusable stencils that accumulate over time? Finally, I had an upcycling idea (or maybe epiphany). What if I upcycled a vintage magazine holder into a file tote for stencil storage? Read more ›
Craft Paint Storage in Wooden Drawers
November 3, 2017 · By · 44 Comments
One thing that all crafters have in common is dealing with craft room organization (or the lack thereof). We have so many materials (lots of them little and spill-able), and craft paint storage or paint storage in general is often a problem. I mean, let’s face it…those little bottles of craft paint can really get out of hand!Read more ›
DIY Ring Holder in a Vintage Cigar Box
January 20, 2015 · By · 26 Comments
During a trip to West Palm Beach, we stopped in a nautical salvage shop. I picked up a bunch of fun odds and ends, including this vintage cigar box. I had wanted a one for a while now so that I could upcycle it into a DIY ring holder, and this one seemed to be the perfect size and shape.
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