Since I have a long history of turning unexpected things into pumpkins, I’ve also used plenty of curious things as pumpkin stems. And, of course, I’m by no means the only one who has. In a world full of unique ideas for DIY pumpkins, there are just as many interesting things that can serve as stems. So, if you’re a fan of upcycled pumpkins, then this collection of stem ideas is definitely for you.Read more ›
Mini Pumpkins from Felt Balls
September 11, 2025 · By · 2 Comments
Several years ago, we took a trip to Louisville, Kentucky– for both the antiquing AND the bourbon. While there, I picked up this little vintage truck. And while I planned on decorating him for Christmas, I also wanted to use him in my Fall decor. So, I decided to make some mini pumpkins from felt balls.Read more ›
Fall Wreaths to Upcycle This Season
August 31, 2025 · By · Leave a Comment
As soon as the craft stores fill their aisles with pumpkins, leaves, and acorns, I know it’s time to start thinking about fall projects. And that definitely means fall wreaths because there are so many ways to celebrate autumn on the front door.Read more ›
Fall Arts and Crafts to Make
August 27, 2025 · By · Leave a Comment
When it comes to my group of friends, I am certainly not the only one who favors Fall over all the other seasons. Between pumpkin spice lattes, football season starting up, and all the fun outdoor activities, it’s just the best time of year. And no matter your age or where you live, there are tons of autumn craft projects to work on. Which is why I put together this fun collection of Fall arts and crafts to make this year.
Yarn Ball Pumpkin Craft
August 19, 2025 · By · 2 Comments
One of the most popular pages on my website is this one on Creative Reuse Centers, which lists out the stores state by state. Folks are really leaning into these craft thrift stores, and I couldn’t be more excited about that. So, I decided to create a project specifically using something I always see at Creative Reuse stores: the yarn ball.Read more ›
Repurposing Ideas for Fall Decor
August 12, 2025 · By · 2 Comments
Pumpkins and acorns and fall leaves- Oh, My! It’s that time of year again when stores stock their shelves with Fall decor and pumpkin spice makes its triumphant return. But here’s the thing- some of the best Fall decor starts at a thrift store first and gets transformed into something amazing.Read more ›
DIY Thanksgiving Decorations for Your Table and Home
November 17, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Even though the post-Halloween impulse is to dive headfirst into all things Christmas, we still have a major holiday to enjoy: Thanksgiving! And while it may not have the decorating chokehold on us that Halloween and Christmas do, it’s still worthy of a few fun projects. Especially if you’re hosting a gathering with family and friends! These DIY Thanksgiving decorations are festive yet budget-friendly, which we can all use these days, right?Read more ›
Upcycling Ideas for Thanksgiving Decor
November 10, 2024 · By · 6 Comments
Traditional Fall decor – pumpkins, leaves, acorns- are perfectly fine and regularly incorporated into Thanksgiving decor. But with a few extra elements- pilgrims, turkeys, Indian corn, and cornucopias- it suddenly feels more like the feasting holiday, doesn’t it? And there are some great upcycling ideas from thrift store finds that will elevate all your Thanksgiving decorating needs.Read more ›
Thanksgiving Centerpiece and Autumn Tablescape
November 7, 2024 · By · 4 Comments
I’ve been a blogger for more than 10 years now and I’ve upcycled a LOT of baskets over that time. But I still always check them out whenever I go thrifting, since I never know when a new idea will strike. Case in point: this hat-shaped basket on the top shelf. Right away, it reminded me of a pilgrim hat and I wondered if I could turn it into a Thanksgiving centerpiece.Read more ›
Gorgeous but Gourd-less: Fall Decorating Ideas Without Pumpkins
November 3, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
As much as I love a good pumpkin, I also love to branch out beyond gourds when it comes to autumn decor. From leaves to acorns, apples to owls, there are some great fall decorating ideas that are completely pumpkin-free.Read more ›
