I know I’m not the only one who flocks to all things “wood” at the thrift store. Shelves, boxes, cutting boards- they all lend themselves to upcycling. And this country-style vintage salt box was no exception. I didn’t care for its current look, but knew it would be easy to convert into a seed storage box that could also double as Spring decor.Read more ›
Botanical Decor from the Thrift Store
March 29, 2020 · By · 35 Comments
With a new season comes a new opportunity to Thrift the Look for another style of home decor. And as Spring approached, my blogging friends and I decided that Botanical Decor or Garden-inspired Decor would be fresh and perfect for this time of year.Read more ›
Easter Door Decorations with an Easter Basket Wreath
March 14, 2018 · By · 43 Comments
If you’ve been following my blog for a while, then you are all-too-familiar with my Junkin’ Journey series. In that series, I travel to towns across the South in search of wonderful treasures and shops to explore. On my most recent adventure to Durham, North Carolina, I found this hanging door basket at a quaint little thrift shop. And right away, I knew it was meant for Easter door decorations. Specifically as an Easter basket wreath!Read more ›
Decorating with Hobnail Milk Glass for Easter
March 11, 2018 · By · 47 Comments
Hobnail milk glass is one of those things that you can actually find in thrift stores from time to time. Some people collect it, but plenty do not…and while I don’t snap up every piece I see, I couldn’t help myself with this oblong dish that I recently found.Read more ›
Bird Nest Decor on a Metal Candle Holder
March 1, 2018 · By · 32 Comments
I don’t know about you, but Spring is front and center in my mind. The trees are budding, the daffodils are in full bloom, and even my husband’s allergies have kicked in. So, I’m kicking off the season with a fun and SUPER simple spring project idea. A few months ago, I snagged this metal candle holder from Goodwill and knew immediately that I would repurpose as bird nest decor for Spring.
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Whimsical Decor on a Vintage Window
April 27, 2017 · By · 82 Comments
Whenever I’m in a creativity funk, I head into my garage or Craft Room to do some tidying up and rearranging. Why? Because I usually unearth something long forgotten and it’s the shot in the arm that I need to get back in the proverbial (crafting) saddle! And that’s how I decided to upcycle this vintage window into some whimsical decor to celebrate Spring.Read more ›
DIY Easter Egg Decor from Vintage Oval Frames
March 16, 2017 · By · 52 Comments
I can’t quite explain why I love antique oval picture frames so much, but I just DO! And when I see them in thrift shops, I snap them up, no questions asked. While brainstorming for new project ideas (by tidying up my Craft Room), I realized something: Vintage oval frames look a little like Easter eggs. So I decided to upcycle a few frames into Easter mantel decorations.
Fairy Garden in a Jar for Spring Decorating
March 9, 2017 · By · 75 Comments
Several years ago, before I even started my blog, I created some “Spring Jars” using fairy garden accessories and dollhouse accessories. I just thought they were the cutest things ever- y’all know I love miniature ANYTHING! And when I reposted the old photo on my Facebook page, the positive response was overwhelming. So, I knew I needed to create a new fairy garden in a jar (or two) to share with you on my blog!Read more ›
Bird Cage Decor from Cage Light Covers
March 24, 2015 · By · 64 Comments
Have you ever noticed that cage light covers (especially the daintier ones) kinda-sorta resembles a birdcage? Well, as soon as I made that connection I decided to test my theory by upcycling one into bird cage decor for Spring.Read more ›
Doily Table Runner for Spring Decor
March 3, 2015 · By · 139 Comments
Creating a doily table runner has been on my to-do list for as long as I can remember. I always assumed I’d create one in whites and neutrals, as most doilies come in varying shades of cream. But then I started buying the occasional colorful doily- pinks, blues, yellows, greens. That’s when I decided to create a Spring table runner to show off those colorful vintage doilies.Read more ›
