With the weather getting cooler, I'm ready to jump feet-first into creating some fun DIYs this season. What better way to get started than to head to the thrift store for some inspiration?
Upcycling is definitely one of my favorite ways to feel fulfilled from a DIY — it's just so cool to see how things can be completely transformed into something else! These next DIYs take upcycling to the next level.
I always love browsing this section for different fabrics, but sometimes you can find some golden items, like a pack of crayons!
Even the most boring tasks, like homework, can be made fun if you've got a fun group of dinosaurs doing it with you!
You honestly never know what you're going to find there, and some of the things have a lot of cool history. Whether you find your cigar box at the thrift store or not, this is a cute DIY to upcycle one.
All she needed for this project was some quilt batting and fabric. This is definitely a project I would do to showcase my collection, especially if my rings were as pretty as Sadie's!
They're great for storing cookies and sweets to give as gifts, but every other time of the year they feel out of place.
Rustic Crafts & Chic Decor totally nailed this upcycle!
This one has definitely seen better days, but DIY Maven shared a great upcycle over on Curbly.
I also love the use of thumb tacks to secure the woven material. Nice one!
Chas used some foam and some tissue paper to create this cool decor piece that works any time of the year.
This would be perfect Valentine's Day decor, but I also think it works through every season. Plus, you could do another shape design instead!
Sure this garbage can is kind of boring, but what if it wasn't? What if you could make it something so much better?
This garbage can is no longer boring and plain; instead, it fits her aesthetic and doesn't need to be hidden under the sink.
But many of them turn up once in a while. I'm pretty sure I've got a collection of them sitting at home!
With a few holes in the penny, you can create some buttons! These can be used in so many creative ways.
There are so many really cool opportunities for fun upcycling projects.
With a coat of gold spray paint and a little creativity, this might be the coolest place to build Lego ever.
As much as some people don't like to DIY with old books, I'm totally here for it.
Just grab yourself some colorful paints for this DIY and get started!
This is definitely something I could see myself doing for my new house!
Shabby Grace Blog used these fun patterns to create some custom Christmas decor.
This is a really cute alternative to traditional stockings, and they look super cute hanging from the mantle. I'm into this idea!
