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When I spotted the desk at my favorite junk shop, I knew just how I would paint it. There was a pretty detail on the desk that I hoped to save from the paintbrush, and I did! I paid $40 for the desk. It had lost most of it's original drawer pulls but that wasn't...
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completely change the look of a piece of furniture with paint. That's what I did here and now I'm doing the happy dance. This all-wood chest of drawers was completely masculine and now it is definitely feminine. I layered two colors of paint for a custom look and added bright hardware. I made a video...
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Upcycle aluminum cans like soda cans, and beer cans into quirky vases using spray paint. Today the Thrift Store Team is upcycling and recycling all kinds of plastic containers, coffee cans, wine bottles, and more to celebrate Earth Day. The projects are amazing. My upcycled can vases are a knock-off of popular West Elm vases,...
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Hey Guys, Hubby and I just got back from a week long vacation/work thing. We went to Niagara Falls for a couple of days then we went to a convention for me, about blogging stuff. So the first photo is me and hubby at the Falls. We drove from Tennessee to Niagara Falls and since...
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Are you searching for one-of-a-kind items at rock-bottom prices? If so, flea markets are a treasure trove of vintage finds and quirky pieces. Yet, as with any shopping trip, several mistakes can turn your ideal flea market haul into a nightmare. So we've rounded up a list of tips and tricks to make your flea...
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Upcycling is a process that helps give old things new life and sometimes a more valuable use. It is environmentally friendly but can also be a fun and creative way to breathe new life into old, everyday items. Here are some great examples of things you can upcycle. 1. Kitchen Ware 2. Home Decor Our...
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Anyone lucky enough to have a back garden with a patio has plenty of options for transforming their yard into a peaceful space. There are many easy ideas, whether you want a shady haven for afternoon reading, a sun-capture space, or a flower and plant-covered zone for de-stressing. A discussion is sharing ideas for transforming...
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You guys leave comments with good feedback on my projects. Some projects you love, some you hate, and some are so-so. You are more passionate about furniture makeovers. I gathered the top 10 furniture makeovers in this post by the number of comments from you, my readers. There were no surprises. I get the most...
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The JTS (aka Junktion Technical Specialist, aka hubby) bought the angel/cherub wood and iron table at an auction. I don’t remember how much he paid for the table because it’s been sitting in the workshop for a few months. This is how the table looked before the makeover. I'm not a big fan of angels...
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Fall is my favorite season and decorating the front porch with mums and pumpkins and old rusty junk stuff is my thing. The items I use to decorate the inside and outside of our home are usually inexpensive finds from the junk shop, flea market, or thrift store. I like to add seasonal flowers to...
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I wanted to share all the Christmas ornaments, magnets, glittery box houses, shutter signs, and other stuff I made this week. I enjoy making anything Christmas. It’s my favorite time of the year. Believe it or not it's time to start on your Christmas DIYs. Project 1. Christmas Card Ornaments These Christmas crafts projects are...
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This upcycle project includes an inexpensive thrift store find, succulents, and chocolate candy. What can be better than that? Plus today is Thrift Store Decor Tour Day and you guys know what that means. I bought the stand/holder with the three metal cups at the thrift store for $1.99. I think it's a condiment server,...
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Everyone needs a change once in a while. You aren't alone if you are looking around your house, thinking how drab it is and how you need an upgrade. Sprucing things up just might be easier than you think, however. These ten ideas will get you started on making your home a wam and inviting...
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Do you talk to many 93-year-olds during the day? My Dad is 93, and I talk with him regularly. I have to say he is full of good information and is quite witty. I've learned a lot from him over my 68 years. There are a lot of things he does that cracks me up...
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Make Fall projects to decorate your mantel, front porch, doors, whatever. These projects are easy to put together; some can be used year-round for any season. Also, some of the decor is made with nonpermanent products, making it simple to reuse the pieces as they were originally or decorate them for another season. 1. Flannel...
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Decorating the porch for Fall with mums, pumpkins, and junky stuff. The best decorations are the ones you love. I decorated my porch for Fall a couple of weeks ago and I wanted to share it with you. Most of my decor items are thrifted and upcycled. Decorating with thrift store items or something you...
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Not a thrift store shopper? Maybe you should be. Join the league of thrift store lovers who have found cool and often expensive things like rare paintings, vintage clothing, and Renaissance-era furniture. You shouldn't have any trouble finding a thrift store in your city. Thrift Store Shopping In my town, there are many, including The...
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Bling, Recycle, Upcycle, Vintage....words associated with today's DIYs. You can't look at these projects without saying, "Why didn't I think of that?" I bet you have at least a few items in your junk drawer, garage, workshop, or wherever, used in these creations. Take a look.... 1. RECYCLED HARDWARE NECKLACE HANGER This little upcycle project...
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Do you guys like Banana Cake? I'm talking banana cake with real bananas on the cake—none of that fake cake mix banana flavor. And the icing, uh-la-la, is made with sour cream, sugar, and whipped topping. My Dad loves this banana cake, and I make it for him on every trip I take to Arkansas,...
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Hey Guys, I haven’t posted my awesome junk finds in a while so I have a whole month’s worth to share. I bought things at the junk shop, Goodwill, and an online auction. Enjoy! The first photo was taken at My Favorite Junk Shop and I finally got Ms Francis to pose for another photo....
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