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You're browsing Craigslist and you come upon a dresser that would look fabulous in your bedroom. You think 'If it only wasn't in such terrible condition'. Almost all the items I find to makeover, I find on the streets. So many times all it needed was some paint, or perhaps some new hardware. Let's say you… Continue reading Craigslist Makeovers
You could always donate that clothing to a charity to give to someone less fortunate. I’m a firm believer in paying it forward. However, if you have a favorite little outfit or something that you just can’t let yourself get rid of, I’ve got a great collection of 30 adorable repurposing projects that you can… Continue reading How You Can Upcycle Baby Clothes
I did this project over a year ago, it's a great example of how you can turn someones trash into something beautiful! I found this patio set at a garage sale...$15. It was in pretty sad shape, but for the money, it was worth trying to repair. The chairs had splits in them, and… Continue reading Patio Set Makeover
A few months ago, when taking my doggies for a walk, I found these outdoor foot stools discarded on the curb . My bestest friend in the whole world walks with me every night with her doggie. If you’ve been following my projects, then you KNOW, I love free finds. They were in good condition. I… Continue reading Shaggy Ottoman
I recently came across 'Refuse, Reuse' who is an Utube artist who loves picking from the trash and making new things from it. My kind of guy! This is the project that I came across and thought some of you out there may just enjoy doing the same. Or, like me, just love what this… Continue reading Grandfather Clock UpCycled
Mercury glass, also known as silvered glass, contains neither mercury nor silver. It's actually clear glass, mold-blown into double-walled shapes and coated on the inside with a silvering formula, which is inserted through a small hole that is then sealed with a plug. If you would like to create your own mercury glass pieces, then this post is for… Continue reading Mercury Glass Votive Tutorial
I wrote this post last summer. This is one of my favorite original ideas. Now that summer is amongst us, why not create this outdoor table for your family to enjoy!I wanted a small table to go between the lounge chairs I saved from the landfill. I had a 20" terra cotta pot that I… Continue reading SeaShell Outdoor Table
Have you been looking for DIY projects to decorate your home on a budget? Well, do I have some easy projects for you to try!! These are those wonderful clipboards upcycled. You can paint 3/4 of the board with chalkboard paint, leaving a space on the bottom to add paint or washi tape. Or you… Continue reading Inexpensive Home Decor DIY Projects
My computer chair was a eyesore in my family room. Stood out like a sore thumb. So I took some material that matched the rooms decor....If you would like to update your computer chair it is so easy. This is a very easy makeover I did on my computer chair. NO Sewing!!! I first added… Continue reading Up Cycled Computer Chair
Some may think these handy hints are a bit extreme (or even bordering on hoarder territory), but if you’re a frugal homeowner, I bet you’ll appreciate these clever, money-saving ideas for reusing common disposable household items. Repurpose those milk jugs. Cut off the top of an empty gallon or half-gallon milk jug with sharp scissors. It… Continue reading Hints For The Frugal Homeowner
