Living a firsthand life using secondhand things.
While traditional forms of fiber craft (such as weaving and embroidery) have made a comeback over the past few years, modern makers are exploring new and unusual applications of weaving and stitching. Here are some curious forms of fiber craft that blend upcycling with simple weaving techniques and basic stitches that you may want to try.Read more ›
Money may not grow on trees, but sometimes craft supplies do. From flowers to acorns to pinecones, there are any number of nature crafts you can make with natural elements. And whether you collected them from the beach, the forest floor, or your own backyard, the supplies are relatively unlimited…and free.Read more ›
If you build it, they will come: true for baseball movies and true for backyard birds! Because if you have feeders, houses, and water sources, birds will definitely make their way to your yard. Here are a few DIY ideas to get you started.Read more ›
When your clothing gets damaged or you simply outgrow it (all those snacks!), it’s easy just to toss it in the trash or the donation pile. But thrift stores get overburdened with piles of clothing and they definitely don’t want anything with stains or holes. Thankfully, there are lots of ideas for upcycled clothing that extend the life of your fashions while keeping them out of landfills.Read more ›
Many households need a place to put socks. As a mom of five, we have a lot of socks passing through the laundry room on any given week. Most socks come out of the dryer and quickly find their match, but what about those sitting alone for months in the sock bin?Read more ›
Leather crafting is something I’ve played around with for many years now, in part because I hate the idea of any leather going to waste. Whether it’s a worn leather belt, a damaged leather bag, or scraps from an upholstery shop, I just want to see every last bit put to good use.Read more ›
When it comes to decorating for the holidays, I’m all about Vintage Christmas. Sometimes that means using actual vintage Christmas decor around my home, but that also means upcycling vintage pieces in a festive, merry way. And if you also enjoy vintage holiday trimmings, then this collection of decorating ideas and upcycling projects is definitely for you.Read more ›
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 ›
Houseplants have taken over home decor trends in recent years. Plants add texture and color to a space, and there are many ways to decorate with them. Indoor hanging plants provide even more options for displaying and enjoying greenery throughout your home.Read more ›
For as long as I can remember, I have coveted a miniature Skotch Kooler. Originally from the “My Merry” line of vintage toys, it is as cute as it gets. And since I continued to come up empty-handed, I decided to see if I could recreate a plaid cooler from a wooden spool.Read more ›
Hello, there! I’m Sarah Ramberg and welcome to Sadie Seasongoods, my blog dedicated to approachable repurposing and upcycling projects using vintage treasures and thrifted finds. Read More
