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    Home » Thrifting/Craigslist

    Budget Decor, DIY & Crafts, Thrifting/Craigslist

    7 Best Diy Thrift Store Home Decor Makeovers You'll Want To Try

    A lot of inexpensive thrift store home decor items can be made to look amazing without a lot of effort. That's why I'm sharing 7 of the best DIY thrift store home decor makeovers I know you'll want to try!


    7 amazing thrift store decor makeovers that I know you can do! Shopping thrift stores for home decor can help you stretch your decorating dollars.

    Every month I get a boatload of retail store home decor catalogs {Pottery Barn, Ballards, West Elm, etc...}.

    On one hand, I do like getting them. Because as a blogger they provide me with a ton great of inspiration.

    But...

    On the other hand.

    There are times I feel a twinge of disappointment knowing some of the beautiful pieces that grace the pages are out of my price range.

    {I mean $1000+ for mirrors, I don't think so!}

    That's why I love thrifting for home decor items!

    By keeping an open mind. You can find a great deal on the perfect piece at your local thrift store.

    With a little imagination and DIY know-how. You can transform *thrift store items into something beautiful and unique.

    * Thrift store in this post really is any second hand find from yard sales, the flea market, Facebook Marketplace, garage sales, and antique stores.

    Table of Contents
    • 1 | Dated Lamp Upgrade
    • 2 | $15 Plastic Faux Bamboo Mirror 
    • 3 | DIY Framed Wallpaper Panels
    • 4 | Large Frame Wall Decor
    • 5 | Easy Glass Cloche
    • 6 | Pottery Barn Inspired Bulletin Board
    • 7 | Vintage Lamps Makeover

    7 Best DIY Thrift Store Home Decor Makeovers

    {click on the titles to go to the full post.}

    1 | Dated Lamp Upgrade

    My very favorite things to shop for at thrift shops are lamps and light fixtures in working condition.

    They're easy to makeover and usually only cost a few dollars. A perfect example are these 80's Pepto pink and gold lamps I snagged for only $10!

    2 coats of spray paint were all it took to give them a high-end look.

    Get the easy 3 step tutorial HERE

    Thrift store Lamp Makeover
    gray sideboard midcentury

    2 | $15 Plastic Faux Bamboo Mirror 

    Sometimes you'll come across thrift store items that are just plain ole ugly. So you have to learn to look past that and consider the potential.

    Take this $15 faux bamboo mirror for example. While it's not the prettiest thing. The bamboo detail and size {almost 5 feet!} made it a good candidate for a makeover.

    The results after a fresh coat of paint are remarkable. Now it looks like a piece that could've cost a few hundred dollars easily.

    read the full post here

    Faux Bamboo Mirror | Thrifting | thriftscore | thehomeicreate.com
    Spring Bedroom Refresh -- vintage gold bamboo mirror -- The Home I Create

    3 | DIY Framed Wallpaper Panels

    Another great thing about thrift store shopping is finding unique pieces.

    For a long time, I wanted to add chinoiserie wallpaper panels to my home. But they are definitely a splurge when you add up the cost of the frames and wallpaper.

    When I found these vintage faux bamboo frames I knew they were perfect to create my own DIY frame wallpaper panels without spending a lot of money.

    SEE MORE PHOTOS HERE

    Vintage Chinoiserie panting panels
    Brass Deer and Vintage Ornaments and DIY framed wallpaper panels

    4 | Large Frame Wall Decor

    Large-scale framed wall art can be pricey even when it's mass-produced.

    That's why large frame artwork in good condition is another one of my favorite thrifty finds.

    Now while the piece of art may be outdated. You do have to look past that because you can cut the cost and create your own custom large frame wall decor by repurposing the frames.

    I created this large wall art {31 ½ x 41} for less than $20! By using a little paint on the frame and ordering an art printable from Etsy.

    Check out the step by step tutorial HERE

    Thrifted frame

    5 | Easy Glass Cloche

    It's not hard to find a glass cloche at your favorite home decor store, especially with fairy lights.

    But! Before you run to the store.

    Give this super easy DIY glass cloche a try. It's literally one of the easiest DIY I've ever done.

    All you need is an old dome clock. And {you guessed it!} a little paint.

    You'll have a pretty cloche that you can use in different ways. With or without the lights.

    you can see the easy tutorial HERE

    Easy DIY Glowing Cloches |The Home I Create
    Blue and White Christmas Decor shelf

    6 | Pottery Barn Inspired Bulletin Board

    It's no exaggeration to say that Pottery Barn sells some of the prettiest pinboards and bulletin boards out there. However, the prices are usually more than I would pay.

    Everything I needed to create this Pottery Barn Inspired pinboard came from the thrift store including the fabric. Making this project super budget-friendly.

    Check out the step by step tutorial HERE

    7 | Vintage Lamps Makeover

    Thrift shopping is like a treasure hunt. You never know what you're going to find or when.

    The story behind this pair of lamps is a crazy one. I found each lamp in a different state about 4 years apart.

    I love these lamps so much and for $46 for the pair, it was a steal. {And worth dealing with how gross it was to cleanout.}

    Get the full story and makeover HERE

    vintage glass lamp
    Welcome your guest in style with a pretty entry. Everett table styling with pretty lamps, arch mirror and baskets.

    As much as I love making my home look beautiful. I'm always looking for ways to save when it comes to home decor items.

    And shopping at my local thrift store is one of my favorite ways to do that. Whether it's small local stores or more recognizable chain stores like Goodwill.

    You can always find inexpensive items, a wonderful vintage piece, or sometimes even brand new items. That you can give new life to.

    Thrifting for home decor can be so much fun and a great way to stretch your decorating dollars. So I hope you will give it try.

    Happy shopping!

    7 amazing thrift store decor makeovers that I know you can do! Shopping thrift stores for home decor can help you stretch your decorating dollars.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Julie Briones says

      March 03, 2019 at 11:34 pm

      These makeovers are great, Linda! It always amazes me what just a little change can do to make something look AMAZING! (Like those lamps for $46/pair... wow!)

      Reply
    2. Jen says

      February 28, 2019 at 4:34 pm

      I love your thrift store makeovers. You've found and created some really great treasures. This post is filling me with grand ideas on some thrift store makeovers myself. Do I dare? We shall see. 🙂 Thank you for inspiring me and sharing your gorgeous spaces.

      Reply
      • Linda P. says

        March 02, 2019 at 10:20 am

        Thank you Jen! I've been really lucky over the years!

        Reply
    3. Jamala says

      February 28, 2019 at 8:19 am

      Excellent finds.. you know i'm a fan of your terrific finds and makeovers...you're a true inspiration of decorating on a dime and what a little imagination and DIY can do for home decor..

      Reply
      • Linda P. says

        March 02, 2019 at 10:21 am

        Thank you Jamala, means a lot coming from you the thrifting queen! We still need to go together next time when you are in ATL 😊

        Reply
    4. Lorna says

      February 28, 2019 at 5:49 am

      I LOVE what you've done to this items. I'm going to go into our charity shops with fresh eyes now Linda. Thank you x

      Reply
      • Linda P. says

        March 02, 2019 at 10:24 am

        Thank you Lorna! Sometimes all we need is a fresh perspective, good luck on your search 👍🏾

        Reply
    5. Linda F. says

      February 27, 2019 at 1:00 pm

      Everything looks great. You've got a great eye for a "find", and must have access to some really good thrift stores. I appreciate that you diy on a budget, like I have to do, rather than doing room makeovers that are completely sponsored.

      Reply
      • Linda P. says

        March 02, 2019 at 10:36 am

        Hi Linda! I go to every and any thrift store because you know never know where you will find a great treasure! Budgets are a reality and almost all my makeovers have to be done on a budget so yeah DIY's are my best friend!

        Reply
    6. Melissa says

      February 27, 2019 at 12:48 pm

      Great tips! I'll have to look for these next time I go to the thrift store.

      Reply
      • Linda P. says

        March 02, 2019 at 10:40 am

        Thank you, Melissa! Good luck!

        Reply
    7. Whitney Jones says

      February 27, 2019 at 10:06 am

      Love all these projects, Linda!

      Reply
      • Linda P. says

        March 02, 2019 at 10:41 am

        Hey Whitney girl! Thank you!

        Reply

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