Upcycle Ideas for Industrial Decor

Upcycle Ideas for Industrial Decor

Industrial decor has been a popular aesthetic for several years, and shows no signs of slowing down. From repurposed factories and warehouses to exposed design elements like brick walls and air ducts, industrial style is everywhere. With its vintage elements and repurposed design, upcycling and industrial decor go hand-in-hand. And if you’ve been looking to add some of this rustic style to your space, perhaps these upcycle ideas will spark your imagination.Read more ›

Upcycle Ideas for Craft Room Organization

Upcycle Ideas for Craft Room Organization

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

Button Crafts and Upcycle Ideas

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

Upcycling Ideas for Silver Plate

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 ›

Clever Ways to Reuse Picture Frames

Clever Ways to Reuse Picture Frames

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 ›

Upcycling Ideas for Candlesticks and Candle Holders

Upcycling Ideas for Candlesticks and Candle Holders

Thrift stores are positively littered with all sorts of candlesticks. Metal, glass, wood, brass…candelabras, wall sconces, pillar stands, you name it. And while using them to hold candles is fine and dandy, none of us burn tapers and pillars that often. Thankfully, though, there are some fun repurpose ideas for all those candle holders and candlesticks from thrift stores (or even your own cupboards).Read more ›

Recycled Crafts from Stuff You’d Normally Toss

Recycled Crafts from Stuff You’d Normally Toss

The recycle bin and trash can are receptacles that fill up with any number of things. Some of it is proper waste, of course, but you may be tossing things into these bins that could be crafted with. From wine corks to cardboard tubes, there are loads of recycled crafts and project ideas for items destined for these bins. Instead of tossing them out, however, perhaps one of these creative ideas will grab your attention and have you retrieving them from the bins.Read more ›

Upcycling Ideas for Winter Decor

Upcycling Ideas for Winter Decor

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 ›

Book Crafts and Projects

Book Crafts and Projects

Books have a way of adding up, don’t they? Whether it’s the stack on your nightstand or the thrift store shelves that are stuffed with unwanted hardcovers, there are definitely more books than there are concurrent readers. Thankfully, there are a lot of book crafts you can make with the ones you don’t plan on re-reading (or ever reading in the first place).Read more ›

DIY Wall Art from Thrift Store Finds

DIY Wall Art from Thrift Store Finds

Filling up the vertical real estate in your home can be a daunting (and expensive task), depending on the wall space available. Hanging photos of family and friends is less popular than it used to be, now that all our pictures are digital. So, framed wall art and other hanging decor are more popular than ever. To keep things thrifty and on budget, here are some DIY wall art ideas to spark some creative approaches to decorating the walls in your home.Read more ›