Stepping into those second-hand stores can be daunting, especially when thinking about what to get for crafting.
Let us tell you the 10 best things to look out for in your local thrift store to upcycle.
Even better, you could make beautiful new home decor items or gifts to give loved ones.
Serving Tray with Napkin Decoupage
Then Ill clean the item with a damp cloth and some warm, soapy water.
Have you tried any of these?
The smooth surface makes them easy to paint and apply pretty papers or transfers.
We found this yellowing Hallmark tray at our local Value Village for $3.99.
Silver Platters
A good silver platter is a favourite thrifted item to give new life to.
These boxes, designed to hold silverware, are a great size and typically quite sturdy.
We like to start by removing the (usually) velvet liner.
Jewelry Boxes
Similar to the flatware boxes, thrift store jewelry boxes are so fun to upcycle.
Our mom found this cute jewellery box at her community thrift shop.
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I applied a coordinating paint color and some diamond dust to the side doors.
Old and Vintage Frames
Picture frames are absolutely one of our favorite thrifted items to repurpose.
A few years ago I found a whole pile of frames that my neighbour put out onto the curb.
Sonja found a vintage window frame at a yard sale a few years ago.
Its done double duty asbeautiful farmhouse bedroom decorand as arack for my silk scarves.
Or use clear glass bowls and fishbowls asfairy gardensor succulent planters.
Serving Tray with Napkin Decoupage
Vintage Suitcases
There are so many great ways to use these versatile pieces.
I incorporated a little ceramic cherub into this wall hanging.
And this sweet bunny was the star of our Easter table scape last year.
We hope youve found inspiration in these easy and amazing thrift store makeovers.
We didnt even get into furniture pieces well leave that for another post!
Its amazing what a fresh coat of paint can achieve.
Its really true that one persons trash can be anothers treasure!
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Beachy Keepsake Photo Frame
Beachy Keepsake Photo Frame
Earring Organizer
Photo Display
Fairy Beach Garden Terrarium
Vintage Suitcase “Before”
Vintage Suitcase Makeover
Inside the Vintage Suitcase
Before
After
