Upcycling Ideas

Looking for some creative yard sale finds before and afters? Check out the transformation of this upcycled mirror and bar stools!

We’ll show you how to make this charming farmhouse styled DIY towel rack using some leftover wood pallets for your next project. Making a Rustic Farmhouse Towel Rack One of …

With summer upon us and spending lots of time outdoors, a picnic blanket was much needed. See how I made this denim blanket from old jeans!

This is making me feel totally old but I still remember watching the original Disney Aladdin movie when it came out. Now that the remake is here it’s fun to …

If you’ve got sense of humour, you’ll enjoy this next project! We’ll show you how to use your Cricut EasyPress on wood to create a silly bathroom sign.

Learn how to make your own one-of-a-kind DIY console table with hairpin legs and a stained barn board table top. Step-by-step photo tutorial included!

Who doesn’t like a little romance in their life? Although I personally wouldn’t consider myself a romantic, I do appreciate symbols of love and admiration such as this simple heart …

Does your sweetie love electronics? This DIY cord organizer idea, created with upcycled scaps of leather makes a thoughtful and practical gift idea for him!

Display your holiday photos and Christmas greeting cards with these pretty and easy decorative clothespins.

If you’re looking for wine cork crafts, this gorgeous sparkling star decor idea is easy to make and perfect for the Christmas holidays and year-round!

Who says mason jars are just for canning? Certainly, not any crafty person I know. In fact, I’m sure most of us “crafty types” use them more for crafting than …

Make your own quick and inexpensive upcycled tin pumpkin decor. Plus over a dozen more halloween decorating ideas to get you excited for trick or treating!

Get that vintage, rustic effect on your DIY projects with this helpful tutorial on how to crackle paint. it’s a great technique for indoor or outdoor projects, especially furniture makeovers.

Simply display your creativity with this DIY planter idea: an adorable decorative succulent planter using vintage repurposed rulers.

Our family openly, yet lovingly jokes about the way our mom regularly re-purposes items in her home, like when she turns her empty yogurt containers into flower pots or like …

Filling your front porch with pretty planters doesn’t need to cost a ton! Transform some plain plastic pots into bright and cheery painted DIY planters with a few materials including our favourite outdoor paint for plastic.

Looking for personalized gifts for him that are meaningful, unique and also practical? This DIY vintage map keychain idea is just the thing.

We are so excited friends! All week we’ve been enjoying all of the beautiful and inspiring holiday decorating ideas in the Canadian Bloggers Home Tours. And it’s our turn today! …

Surprise your office Secret Santa with these adorable Christmas Mason jars gift ideas: a peak-a-boo painted snowman and elf filled with sweet treats!

I’m happy to announce that I’ve found yet another craft I love. And it all came about really quickly and unexpectedly; which I guess is what can happen with real …

Learn how to make your own farmhouse sign with scrap pieces of wood. This trendy DIY decor idea is perfect for the cottage, lakehouse or home.

Bring in some history and learn how to refinish a wood chair to transform an outdated and worn out school chair into a contemporary accent for your home.

It’s amazing the difference some new fabric can make! Learn how to reupholster a chair seat with these easy to follow how-to instructions.

If you’ve ever wondered how to paint a wood dresser, we’ve got the step by step tutorial right here using environmentally conscious Country Chic Paint.

There are so many amazing stencils available for use these days that it can be hard to choose the right one. To narrow down the search, we started with the …

Painting dated wood furniture is a cheap way to update a room. Check out this simple tutorial for how to paint a wooden headboard in two easy steps!

Get on the pineapple trend with this simple DIY mason jar craft: an adorable pineapple succulent planter. Full step-by-step tutorial with video included!

Learn how to make a warm and squishy wine cork bath mat using left-over wine corks. A fun DIY upcycling project – the latest in our Graystone Beach coastal cottage bathroom remodel.

Create some quick and easy room decor with this simple glass bottle decoration idea. A budget-friendly farmhouse home decorating craft.

A DIY rag rug is a trendy and thrifty way to add some character and comfy texture to a room. Learn how to make a rag rug using t shirt yarn and your fingers! A satisfying upcycling project to repurpose old and stained t-shirts!

Learn how to makeover an old brass lamp base and outdated shade simply using some spray paint and burlap ribbon.

A little paint gave new life to an old wooden table and inspired a fresh and cozy office nook!

Sometimes creativity allows friendships to flourish. We’re recapping the DIY and craft ideas we made for this year’s #12MonthsofDIY challenge and reflecting on the wonderful relationships we’ve built.

A little bit of flannel and an old knitted sweater were transformed into vintage-inspired Christmas stockings. The latest addition to our rustic DIY holiday mantel.

A little paint goes a long way!  Check out how we transform an outdated buffet with loads of potential into a modern furniture piece with a tonne of versatility.

We are adding another simple DIY to our holiday mantel with a free Christmas printable to bring love, peace and joy into your home in an upcycled photo frame.

Make your own DIY personalized travel mug by adding your own favourite quote with a Sharpie to a plain ceramic mug. Mmmmmmm, we love our morning coffees!

You won’t believe the transformation of an old IKEA Hemnes side table using Fusion Mineral Paint’s new Tones for Tots line and all-natural wood stain and polish. Would be great DIY furniture upcycle for a coastal or nautical themed bedroom or baby nursery. 

Start a new back-to-school tradition by making DIY upcycled pencil cases with the kids using a recycled cardboard box snack package and Duck Brand Duct Tape.

We’ll show you how to make your own simple, inexpensive, natural wood coffee stain using grounds, as well as a simple, natural beeswax furniture polish. The perfect DIY for low-chemical furniture upcycling such as in a baby nursery.