Once upon a time, we went out to dinner with friends and the restaurant had covered the table in rose petals. It was a birthday dinner for two of the friends, and the eatery had gone a little “extra” in helping us celebrate. And me being me, I made a plan with my friends to help gather all the petals before we left. Why? Because I wanted to craft with them…and make rose candles!Read more ›
What to Do With Used or Old Sports Equipment
May 31, 2025 · By · 2 Comments
If you go to any thrift store, you’re bound to find at least one shelf or corner that houses the used sports equipment. Tennis rackets, hockey sticks, bowling balls, you name it- all of that old sports equipment often ends up at thrift stores or yard sales. So, if you’ve ever wondered what to do with old sports equipment, then you’re in the right place. Because there are tons of upcycle ideas for all those rackets, bats, balls, and more.
Craft Ideas for Handkerchiefs
May 22, 2025 · By · 1 Comment
Vintage handkerchiefs are one of those things that I have a weakness for when I see them at thrift stores and vintage shops. With their pretty colors and gossamer fabric, they’re just too lovely to hide in drawers. And since most of us prefer using tissues instead these days, hankies can get lost in vintage limbo. Thankfully, though, there are lots of craft and upcycling ideas for them- let me show you my favorite projects with them.Read more ›
Cutting Cardboard Boxes to Make Cardboard Coasters
May 13, 2025 · By · 2 Comments
We’ve all been there before. Your online order arrives and you say to yourself, “Wow, that’s a really nice cardboard box” and hang onto it indefinitely. But what if it’s not only a nice box, but also has a wonderful print inside? Well, you hang onto it in order to upcycle it into cardboard coasters, of course!Read more ›
Antique and Thrift Stores in Greenville, SC
May 7, 2025 · By · Leave a Comment
Greenville, South Carolina appears on a lot of those “Best Places to Live” lists, and for good reason. I should know, having called it home for 11 wonderful years. But ironically, in all that time, I never published a Junkin’ Journey post with all of my favorite thrift and antique stores in Greenville. So, I figured it was long past time that I reconnect with the city and visit as many secondhand stores as I could to tell you which ones were the best of the best.Read more ›
Upcycle Ideas for Cottagecore Decor
May 1, 2025 · By · Leave a Comment
If you’re not familiar with the term “cottagecore”, don’t be surprised. It’s a relatively new (new-ish, at least) word to many of us, and it’s taken social media by storm over the past few years. But the sentiment behind the concept and the visual appeal of cottagecore decor is actually quite familiar.Read more ›
Recycled Yard Decor Ideas
April 29, 2025 · By · 2 Comments
Yard decor, especially recycled yard decor, is such a fun way to show off your personality outside. Whether you like bright and whimsical decorations or quaint and sweet elements, the same thing holds true: all of it makes for fun DIY projects!Read more ›
DIY Ideas with Architectural Salvage
April 22, 2025 · By · Leave a Comment
Architectural salvage is a blanket term that encompasses a wide variety of elements reclaimed from a home, building, or other structure. This includes anything from doors and windows to hardware, light fixtures, and tiles that hold potential reuse, even if the building itself is set to be demolished. These salvaged supplies are a special kind of “antique” that vintage enthusiasts covet for their own homes and DIY projects.Read more ›
Mini Zen Garden for Stress Relief
April 12, 2025 · By · 7 Comments
Several years ago when I was shopping for this “Thrift the Look: Beach Cottage” post, I came across this wonderful large platter. In the end, I didn’t end up needing it for that particular blog post, but I held onto the platter for future use. Turns out, that future use would be for stress relief, in the form of a mini Zen garden.Read more ›
Trash to Treasure Craft Ideas
April 5, 2025 · By · Leave a Comment
Every April, I get extra-inspired to upcycle and repurpose items I would normally recycle or throw out. That’s just the kind of effect that Earth Month has on me! But the truth is, most folks think of these kinds of craft projects as silly or meant for kids. Thankfully, there are lots of recycled crafts that are truly cases of trash to treasure, and the end results are pretty fantastic. Let me show you what I mean…
