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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...

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Pumpkin Decor from Straw Trivets

Whenever I see woven mats or straw trivets at thrift stores, I can’t help but grab them. And while I’ve upcycled trivets before into my boho basket wall décor, I’ve been secretly stashing away a few in...

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Projects 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...

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DIY Halloween Decor from the Thrift Store

Thrift stores, yard sales, even your closets and garages are full of items that can be upcycled into DIY Halloween Decor. Sometimes, all you need is a great idea to get started. Here are some fun...

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Quirky 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....

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Autumn 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...

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Fall 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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Upcycling Ideas for Silver Plate

Most thrift stores are positively littered with the remnants of wedding registries from days gone by. In particular, stacks of silver plate are a pretty common sight at secondhand shops. Trays,...

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Fall Pumpkins to Upcycle

Pumpkins are the quintessential symbol of fall and one of my favorite elements to decorate with. But I also live in the South, which means pumpkins put out too early can rot away in the heat. So,...

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Crafting 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...

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Thrifted, Upcycled, and Vintage Halloween Decorations

I was recently invited to participate in a fun blogging group called “Thrifting with the Gals”. I’ll tell you more about them in a moment, but I thought it would be a great opportunity to take a stroll...

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Craft 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...

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Repurposing Ideas for Fall Decor

Pumpkins and acorns and fall leaves- Oh, My! It’s that time of year again when stores stock their shelves with Fall decor, even if it’s still sweltering outside. But here’s the thing- some of the best...

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Gorgeous but Gourd-less: Fall Decorating Ideas Without Pumpkins

As much as I love a good pumpkin, I also love to branch out beyond gourds when it comes to autumn decor. From leaves to acorns, apples to owls, there are some great fall decorating ideas that are...

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Upcycling Ideas for Doilies

Doilies are something that a lot of us inherit or find in Grandma’s home; but from there, what to do with them? They aren’t really our style, but all that hard work is hard to toss in the donation...

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Book 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...

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Flannel Decor for a Cozy Home

The word “flannel” tends to conjure up images of a classic flannel shirt, which is no surprise. But it’s a versatile fabric that also lends itself to any number of ideas for home decor. And as the...

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Upcycling 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 ›...

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Crafts to Make with Embroidery Hoops

Ahh, the embroidery hoop- often associated with cross stitch and other needlepoint crafts. But embroidery hoops have a TON of potential, many of which have nothing to do with a needle and thread. Here...

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Scrumptious Fall Quotes to Swoon Over

What is it about Fall that is so alluring? Is it the gently cooling temperatures after a scorching summer? Or perhaps the romantic nostalgia of going back to school? Either way, it’s a season so...

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