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Upcycled Finials into Farmhouse Decor
Things that are aged speak volumes to me. Maybe it’s because they’ve earned their stripes…they’ve survived, they’ve stood the test of time, and they have a story to tell. We just need to appreciate the...
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Farmhouse Dough Bowl Makeover from Thrifted Find
It’s fun to find unique secondhand items while out and about, isn’t it? You can imagine the stories they carry with them or where they’re from. Take a peek at this tourist novelty item I recently came...
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Upcycled Bar Stool into Home Decor
There is no doubt over the years that I’ve made purchases that cause regret. From busted furniture I was told wasn’t (evidence HERE) to those I did know was damaged, but felt compelled to rescue (more...
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Mini Farmhouse Table Makeover & Update
Here we are on Part 3 and my final day of my trio of thrifted finds. Initially, I saved this mini farmhouse table makeover for last because it’s such a unique little table. The turned legs are one...
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Antique Rocking Horse from Upcycled Parts
When each month rolls around to the second Tuesday, it’s time for my Trash to Treasure friends and I to share with you our latest DIY transformations for you. You’ll see theirs in a bit, but take a...
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Thrifty Farmhouse Makeovers – Four in One
Who doesn’t love a good haul of someone’s unwanted “junk”? I know I do!! What you see below is an assortment of wooden goodies that are prime for making into my own home story. That’s the best part...
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Reclaimed Barrel Ring Art
Isn’t it amazing that every day we have a fresh start? Yes, our past choices and decisions affect our future in many ways. However, not just at a new year or some other day we elevate, but every day we...
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Upcycled Lazy Susan with DIY Tutorial
There are times when I’m overloaded and am going thru the paces in robotic fashion and don’t really realize what’s going on around me. I’m sure we’ve all been there. Recently when I went to visit a...
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Upcycled Wooden Thread Spool Art
Collections are one of those things that can grow on you…literally. Especially when like-minded friends off you bags of loot that have no sane reason to turn down. However, the only problem is when...
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Thrifted Basket Makeover for Farmhouse Decor
What’s a gal to do when every week she heads to the get groceries, she finds that her neighbor leaves out #trashure gold? I mean really…first week an iron bird cage. Second week, a like-new pet pen,...
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DIY Bread Box Makeover
Do you ever get yourself into a pickle and then you ask yourself, “Why did you do that?!” I can definitely say that has happened more to me than I like to admit. Good intentions lead to work, and work...
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Farmhouse Totes from the Thrift Store
Have you ever felt like you’re not crafty or creative? Or maybe DIY seems daunting to you? The best way to get past that is to tackle a project suited to your abilities. Smalls are what I say are the...
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Drop-Leaf Dining Table Makeover
As every good mother would do, there I am driving my kids to their practice when what do I see sitting lonely on the curb with snow spitting all over it? {{gasp}} Instantly I do a U-turn and pull in...
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Thrift Store Frames Upcycled into Farmhouse Decor
Definitely one of the most exciting part of my work is “The Hunt”. Ya know, the search for the misfit item or dated decor that just needs some love and rethinking. It keeps my noggin’ from getting...
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Upcycled Chenille Bedspread into Chicken
Do you know that feeling when you see (or hear or smell or feel) something that reminds you of a favorite memory or time when things were simpler? It may be a scent that takes you back to grandma’s...
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Reclaimed Wood Barn Rack
There I was just enjoying my run for the day in the middle of a misty morning rain when I turn down the street and saw this reclaimed wood barn planter just sitting there on the curb. It was as if it...
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Wooden Shelf Updated
Oh happy day! It’s a good day when I get to be here on my blog and share with you. Truth be told, this place is my home for my creative self, my mom self, and my just-wanna-have-fun self. I’m so glad...
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Vintage Wooden Trash Bin into Laundry Bin
I’m sure many of you, like me, that have lived through an era that has those “artifacts” that we all want to maybe forget. While I adore the simplicity of eras I have had the privilege of living...
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Dining Room Ceiling Remodel
We hear the phrase, “time flies” and often agree because when we live each day we never get the chance to live it again. I’ve kinda taken a different look at life as each day goes by. One thing is for...
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Antique Filing Cabinet Drawer Repurposed
When it comes to adoption (yes, I do see myself as adopting misfits), I have gotten kinda picky over the years. Can you blame me? I’ve had hot messes like the Dumpster Diva, and even frustrating...
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