Ever since I put together this collection of ways to repurpose silver plate, I’ve been itching to add a new project to it. So, when I found these silver-plated goblets while thrifting, I decided they’d be fun to play with. And putting together winter scenes in the tarnished silver seemed perfect for this time of year.Read more ›
Upcycling Ideas for Winter Decor
January 14, 2024 · By · 3 Comments
When the holidays are in the rearview mirror and a few cold months lie ahead, you may feel uninspired and all decorated out. But it IS possible to enjoy winter’s splendor in the warm comfort of your home. These upcycling ideas for winter decor might be just the cozy inspiration you need to make it until Spring.Read more ›
Winter Crafts for a Cozy Home
January 9, 2024 · 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 ›
Wooden Sleigh for Winter Decor
January 11, 2023 · By · 17 Comments
Year after year, the same thing seems to happen: I find something I want to upcycle for Christmas (such as this wooden sleigh, for instance), but then December is gone in the blink of an eye. And I’m either going to have to wait another year, or I use it for January decorating instead.Read more ›
Hygge Candles for a Cozy Home
February 27, 2022 · By · 5 Comments
Winter is winding down in my neck of the woods, but I wanted to squeeze in one more cozy project. And it just happens to be a project idea that was originally slated for my book, “Crafting with Flannel”. I simply ran out of time during the book-writing process to include these Hygge candles, so I’m sharing them with you on the blog instead!Read more ›
Tree Embroidery on a Steamer Pot Insert
January 12, 2022 · By · 22 Comments
Back in the summer when I first thrifted this steamer pot insert, I intended on making something Christmas-y with it. The strainer holes reminded me of a Christmas tree, after all. But the holiday season came and went before I could get to it! So, I decided to revamp my idea of tree embroidery on it as January decor instead.Read more ›
Winter Sign for Cozy Home Decor
January 13, 2021 · By · 22 Comments
When I spotted this wood plaque at Goodwill, I absolutely intended to something Christmas-y with it. But like all Decembers, my crafting window opened and closed and it was January once again. So, I decided to use it for a winter sign instead.Read more ›
Winter Decorating Ideas from the Thrift Store
December 29, 2020 · By · 12 Comments
After I posted my Halloween mantel and received such positive feedback, I decided to do more decorating posts moving forward. Our current house is more amenable to that- more space, better natural light, etc. I ran out of time to do a Christmas mantel, so I’m moving right into winter decorating ideas instead.Read more ›
Winter Cabin Decor
January 16, 2020 · By · 38 Comments
“Thrift the Look” is one of my favorite challenges that I do as a blogger. If you’re new to my blog, then “Thrift the Look” is when I take a gorgeous photo of a home decor style and recreate it with items from the thrift store and upcycling when necessary. Today, the theme is Cabin decor; but more specifically for me, I’m working on decor for a winter cabin with a touch of rustic chic.Read more ›
DIY Winter Wreath
January 6, 2019 · By · 31 Comments
I didn’t intend on making a DIY winter wreath this year, but the thrifting fairies clearly had different plans. During the holidays, one of my local thrift stores had an abundance of plain, beat up Christmas wreaths. I had already made a Christmas wreath, but decided to nab one for future use.Read more ›
