Upcycling Ideas for Vintage Tennis Rackets
Vintage tennis rackets hide in the corners of our garages and the back of thrift store shelves. Made of wood and sometimes encased in a racket press, they have long since retired from the game. But...
View ArticleNorth Carolina Thrift Stores to Put On Your List
Welcome to North Carolina, the Tar Heel State! It’s the birthplace of Pepsi, where the Wright Brothers completed the first successful flight, and home of the infamous Outer Banks, aka Shipwreck...
View ArticlePillar Candle Holders with Coastal Style
I first spotted these pillar candle holders at one of those “color-coding” thrift stores. You know the kind I mean, right? Where they group all the housewares by color, and these wooden fellas somehow...
View ArticleRecycled Yard Decor Ideas
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...
View ArticleThrifty Ideas for Farmhouse Decor
Farmhouse decor has taken some heat over the past few years as people have grown tired of its popularity. Nonetheless, it’s still a favorite home decor style for many folks. And while farmhouse...
View ArticleTravel Patches on a Leather Tote Bag
Years ago and in a roundabout way, I received this VERY inexpensive and somewhat imperfect leather tote bag. It was perfectly functional and well-made. It simply used imperfect leather that the maker...
View ArticleConcrete Craft Ideas
Using concrete as a craft supply sounds far more intimidating than it is. With the right setup at home and a few basic supplies, making concrete crafts to use as home decor is easier and far more...
View ArticleProjects with Upcycled Clothing
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...
View ArticleLeather Crafting with Belts, Bags, and Scraps
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...
View ArticleQuirky Fiber Craft Ideas
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....
View ArticleUpcycling Ideas for Cabin Decor
Every now and then, we all just want to escape to a cabin in the woods. But when we can’t get away to a rustic retreat, it’s nice to have touches of cabin decor in our own homes, no matter… Read more ›...
View ArticleCraft Projects from Flannel Shirts
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...
View ArticleBotanical Prints on Woven Mats
Finding these woven mats at Habitat was both exciting (ooh, fun new thrifted stuff to upcycle!) and confusing (too small to be placemats- what were these for?). Even though I couldn’t figure out their...
View ArticleCrafting with Vintage Jewelry
Vintage jewelry, or any jewelry you no longer wear, is often too pretty or sentimental to give away. There’s always the hope of finding an orphaned earring’s mate or finally getting around to fixing a...
View ArticleBook 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...
View ArticleWine Bottle Crafts
Empty wine bottles can really add up and take up space in your recycling bin. And sometimes, they’re such a pretty color or shape that you can’t bear the thought of tossing them at all! If that’s the...
View ArticleNature Crafts to Make
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...
View ArticleDIY Projects for your Cats and Dogs
For many of us, cats and dogs are huge parts of our homes and lives. And while we buy them plenty of toys and special items, there are lots of DIY projects that can be made for our pets, as… Read more...
View ArticleAutumn and Fall Crafts
The leaves are changing and evening comes earlier these days, which can only mean one thing: Fall is coming! Celebrating the arrival of autumn is easy with these Fall Crafts to get you started. Stained...
View ArticleFall Wreaths to Upcycle This Season
As soon as the craft stores fill their aisles with pumpkins, leaves, and acorns, I know it’s time to start thinking about fall projects. And that definitely means fall wreaths because there are so many...
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