It’s definitely that time of year again: the stores are filling up with holiday trimmings and Christmas songs are playing everywhere. And while there’s no shortage of Christmas decor to choose from at the big box stores, making your own decor is always in style. Especially if you’re thrifty like me and prefer upcycling or repurposing something from a thrift store or that you already have. Here are some delightfully festive upcycled Christmas decor ideas to spark your creativity.Read more ›
Upcycled Christmas Craft Ideas
December 21, 2023 · By · 1 Comment
The sales are starting, the lights are going up, and that can only mean one thing: Christmas is coming! And to celebrate this festive and glorious season, a few Christmas crafts are in order. And to keep everything thrifty and on budget, these Christmas craft ideas are all upcycled and repurposed.Read more ›
Upcycled Version of a Charlie Brown Christmas Tree
December 2, 2020 · By · 46 Comments
I’ve always wanted to upcycle a banana hanger. What a funny-sounding thing to say, I know! But they are SO common at thrift stores- I just needed the right project idea. But as the holidays started creeping up, I wondered if I could transform one into a Charlie Brown Christmas tree.
Santa Wreath from a Christmas Tray
November 28, 2018 · By · 20 Comments
Funny story- throughout the past year, I found one Christmas tray after another. Some were vintage-y, some less so. They were cheap and festive, so I bought several with no actual project ideas in mind. That is, until I found this kitschy Santa Claus tray. He had great vintage style, and round…so I wondered if I could upcycle him into a Santa wreath.
Upcycling Ideas for Christmas Home Decor
November 25, 2018 · By · 2 Comments
If there’s anything I’ve learned in my years as a blogger, it would be that (A) just about everyone loves a Christmas project, and (B) ESPECIALLY if they’re upcycled or repurposed! And since I’ve already put together collections of upcycled Christmas ornaments and repurposed Christmas wreaths already, this time I’m focused on upcycling ideas for Christmas home decor. Read more ›
