Look, I get it. Not everyone reads my blog posts from start to finish, but rather want to see the before and after with nothing in between. We live in an “attention economy” these days, but trust me when I tell you that there is some good stuff in these posts! All sorts of tips, tricks, and other craft essentials that can get lost in the middle. So, I thought it might be a fun exercise to gather all of those tips into a fun round-up post.Read more ›
100 Repurposed Projects for Your Home and Garden
December 8, 2021 · By · 9 Comments
And just like that…2021 is coming to a close! It’s been a transformative year for me, personally- my first book was released (!!!) and we bought a house here in the Charlotte area. But it’s certainly been a challenging year once again. So, I won’t dwell on this past year’s low points But, I *WILL* spend a little time looking back on some of the repurposed projects that my friends and I (The Thrift Store Decor Team) came up with throughout the past year.
30+ Upcycling Ideas for Non-Christmas Winter Decorations
January 21, 2016 · 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”.
Upcycling a Vintage Scarf as a Lavender Eye Pillow for Self Care
February 26, 2015 · By · 30 Comments
As a woman who suffers from frequent headaches, both migraine and sinus pressure, a lavender eye pillow is a must-have in my bedside table. I’ve had the same one for years, made from silky satin with just the perfect amount of weight for my eyes. Making my own version was never on my crafting to-do list until Kate DiNatale Vintage gifted me with a bag full of vintage scarves that were too blemished to sell. They had minor tears or stains…making them perfect candidates for repurposing.Read more ›
Mint Tins as Christmas Ornaments that Look Like Vintage Luggage
November 24, 2014 · By · 23 Comments
Vintage luggage covered in travel stickers is about iconic as it gets for me in the world of vintage decor. In the spirit of Christmas-ornament-making during this time of year, I decided to create my own vintage suitcases that could be hung on my tree. And to do this, I decided to upcycle some Altoids tins or mint tins to make it happen!
Decorating the Entryway with Keyhole Covers
January 15, 2014 · By · 21 Comments
Irish folklore says that the doors in Dublin homes were painted in bright colors so that drunk Irishmen could find their own home after a night of many pints. Apparently there had been a slew of “stranger in my bed” incidents, which led to the pretty painted doors. Even if the story is complete rubbish, I’ve loved antique door hardware and keyhole covers ever since. So, I decided to use them to create some entryway wall decor for our foyer.Read more ›
