Earlier this year, I published a St. Patrick’s Day project here on my website that involved (temporarily) decorating vintage milk glass vases. I wasn’t sure how well it would be received- but boy, was I oh-so-pleasantly surprised! So, of course, I started wondering if I could do something similar in Fall. More specifically, what if I turned a few milk glass vases into Halloween ghosts?Read more ›
Halloween Embroidery on an Upcycled Sweater
October 3, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
After wrapping up my Halloween pillows project recently, I was reminded of an o-l-d project of mine from several years ago. That project and blog post (some Halloween embroidery on a thrifted sweater) needed tweaking- including re-editing the photos and such, so I removed it from my website. But after seeing how similar my jack-o-lantern pillow looked to it, I decided it was high time to re-publish that long-forgotten Halloween project post.Read more ›
Decorating a Halloween Tree with Cupcake Toppers
September 26, 2024 · By · 18 Comments
While perusing the Habitat Restore shelves one day, I nearly missed a metal tree that poked me as I picked up something else. It, of course, wobbled and subsequently caught my eye. Perhaps it was an earring tree? But the upcycler in me snapped into focus and whispered, “No…a Halloween tree!”.Read more ›
Craft Projects from Flannel Shirts
September 17, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Flannel shirts are one of those types of clothing that lends itself beautifully to crafting after its wearing days are done. Whether it’s the fuzzy feel of the fabric or the (typically) plaid designs it sports, crafting with flannel shirts is very popular- especially as cold weather approaches.Read more ›
Upcycling a Pair of Halloween Pillows
September 11, 2024 · By · 11 Comments
As soon as I get wind of Michaels putting out their Halloween supplies each year, I head out to scope out the merchandise. Rarely do I actually buy any of their pre-made decor, but I love to see what they offer. And the first thing I spotted was this selection of Halloween pillows.Read more ›
Upcycle Ideas for Autumn Decor
September 7, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Fall…Autumn…it’s a season so wonderful that it needed two names! And if you’re a fan of all things leaves, pumpkins, and more, then you’ve come to the right place. These upcycling ideas for autumn decor all started on thrift store shelves and will make your home feel like a Fall wonderland.Read more ›
Fun Fall Refashion with a Varsity Sweater
August 29, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
It’s true, my love of vintage patches is pretty well documented here on my website. I’ve talked about adding them to various accessories in the past, but today I’m revisiting another application. One that is specific to the back-to-school time of year: the Varsity Sweater.Read more ›
Easy and Upcycled Fall Home Decor
August 26, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Thrifting for Fall home decor (or upcycled projects that become fall decor) is one of my favorite things to do. In my opinion, it’s the best season of the year and there are simply SO MANY WAYS to decorate for autumn. The following upcycle projects are just scratching the surface of ideas out there, but they’re a great place to start on your Fall home decor.Read more ›
Tabletop Bookshelf from a Paper Towel Holder
August 14, 2024 · By · 1 Comment
When I first spotted this paper towel holder at Habitat ReStore, I didn’t know that’s what it was at first. It sat on the shelf upside-down, missing the center rod. So, I assumed it was some sort of tabletop bookshelf or a pair of fixed bookends.Read more ›
Creative Ideas for Stencil Art
August 9, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
Stenciling has always been one of the most popular techniques used in crafting and home decorating. From stenciling walls to the hugely popular wooden signs that have trended in recent years, stencil art is everywhere. But walls and wood aren’t the only surfaces that work with stenciling. In fact, any number of unique surfaces can take on stenciled images surprisingly well, in case you’ve been looking for some creative inspiration…
