Colorful and vibrant, boho decor is an ongoing trend that shows no signs of slowing down. There are variations of this style, of course- some are more neutral and calm, while others are more global and eclectic. But, what they all have in common are elements that are unique and bespoke to your home, which makes these boho decor projects even more appealing.Read more ›
Upcycle Ideas for Craft Room Organization
February 1, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Craft room organization is an upward battle for most crafters and makers. Paints, brushes, beads, notions- all these supplies (and so much more) get easily out of hand in a disorganized mess. Organizing and storing them is key to a crafter’s sanity and saves them from having to re-purchase supplies they already have (but got lost in the mess). These upcycled projects are a great way to get your craft supplies organized in a thrifty AND crafty way.Read more ›
Button Crafts and Upcycle Ideas
January 30, 2024 · By · 2 Comments
Button tins and boxes were a staple of most homes when I was growing up. Used for mending and making clothes, they were something that most mothers and grandmothers had with their sewing supplies. These days, I, too, keep a collection of buttons- not necessarily for mending tasks, however. But rather for button crafts like these- because there are some amazing ways to upcycle all those gorgeous vintage buttons.Read more ›
Upcycling Ideas for Silver Plate
January 29, 2024 · By · 14 Comments
Most thrift stores are positively littered with the remnants of wedding registries from days gone by. In particular, stacks of silver plate (not to be confused with stamped sterling silver) are a pretty common sight at secondhand shops. Trays, platters, bread baskets, pitchers- there are just scads of it available at thrift shops, varying in price and quality. Thankfully, today’s crafters are finding fresh ways to repurpose those silver-plated items into new and exciting projects.Read more ›
Upcycled Projects as Boredom Busters
January 26, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
As winter drags on, boredom can easily set in. You’ve read the books, you’ve watched the shows, and you’ve played the games- now what? Simple upcycle crafts are a great way to disrupt the cycle of screen time- and perhaps these projects will be the boredom busters you’ve been looking for.Read more ›
Clever Ways to Reuse Picture Frames
January 23, 2024 · By · 4 Comments
The picture frame section at a thrift store is something I never pass up without a thorough inspection. Not only do I sometimes find unusual or eye-catching art for our home, but there are often interesting frames that can be repurposed into something completely new. Sometimes the repurpose is simple- used as a frame for other prints or photos. But there are also some really clever ways to repurpose and upcycle those picture frames in entirely new and unexpected ways.Read more ›
Crafting with Vintage Jewelry
January 3, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Vintage jewelry, or any jewelry you no longer wear, is often too pretty or sentimental to give away. There’s always the hope of finding an orphaned earring’s mate or finally getting around to fixing a broken clasp. But if you’ve decided that crafting with your vintage or broken jewelry is the best course of action, then maybe these ideas will inspire you.Read more ›
DIY Gift Ideas for a Handmade Holiday
December 20, 2023 · By · Leave a Comment
True, not everyone appreciates the thoughtfulness behind a handmade gift. But for those who do, it’s always nice to have a few DIY gift ideas to choose from at this time of year. That way, you can get started on those handmade presents early enough to gift them on time. Perhaps this collection of potential gift ideas will help you get ahead of the curve this holiday season.Read more ›
Thrift Store Crafts and Upcycle Ideas
December 13, 2023 · By · 6 Comments
Every year around this time, I slow down and reflect on how the year shaped up for me (business-blog-wise). This year, in particular, is special because my website turns 10 years old at the end of December. Which means I’ve been upcycling and working on these thrift store crafts for an entire decade now!Read more ›
Buffalo Plaid Decor Projects
December 4, 2023 · By · Leave a Comment
Buffalo plaid is everywhere these days, isn’t it? What was once considered more a staple of lumberjacks is now a pattern found on everything from rustic decor to Christmas ornaments. Even the color combination has moved beyond the traditional red and black. So, if you’ve been looking for ways to infuse some buffalo plaid into your own home, perhaps these ideas will inspire you.Read more ›
