Pottery Barn Inspired Faux Concrete Jack-O'-Lanterns

Create your own budget-friendly Pottery Barn inspired concrete Jack-O'-Lanterns using secondhand Halloween decor!  Have you started thinking about Halloween ?  Fall and Halloween decor are abundant at thrift stores, making it the perfect time to start thinking about decorating and DIY Projects.  Two years ago I made white  faux concrete jack-o-lanterns  using secondhand Halloween decor.   This year, I searched for larger pumpkins perfect for replicating black Pottery Barn jack-o'-lanterns! I found an almost exact replica of the size and shape of the Pottery Barn jack-o'-lanterns .  It was half off and a little damaged, but nothing I couldn't repair.    Can you see the resemblance?   I also found a small jack-o'-lantern that I knew would make the cutest Halloween planter. SUPPLIES NEEDED TO MAKE FAUX CONCRETE JACK-O'-LANTERNS - Inexpensive concrete or porcelain jack-o'-lanterns (thrift stores are great sources!) - Kwikwood (if repairs are needed)  - Bak...

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18 Incredible Thrift Store Makeovers

The best thrift store makeovers that will inspire you to buy used and create a beautiful home for less!  Thrifting, especially exploring new areas is my favorite way to spend my days.  Each new adventure is different and you never know if you'll walk out empty-handed or with your next favorite thrift store items!  Over the years, I've found some incredible home decor items while thrifting .  Sometimes I buy vintage or antiques and other times I buy dated decor that needs a fresh look.   Today, I'm sharing 18 of my favorite upcycled thrift store makeovers you won't want to miss!  Before I get to these fantastic thrift store makeovers, I want to ensure you have the greatest chance of finding the best thrift store finds.   Take a minute and read the article below to learn how to thrift like a pro! HOW TO THRIFT: THE BEST THRIFTING TIPS AND TRICKS 1.   ANTHROPOLOGIE INSPIRED WALL HOOKS Old or dated wall hooks are everyday thrift store staples that can easily be updated...

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Thrift Store Makeover: DIY Aged Ornaments

Thrift store ornaments get an aged vintage makeover!  While on one of my many thrifting adventures , I found a large amount of Christmas ornaments in the bagged section of Goodwill.  They're something I wouldn't have given a second thought, however, when I moved the bags I realized the ornaments were heavy, solid, and only $1 a bag.  I immediately knew they would be perfect for an aged makeover, so I grabbed a few bags to bring home.  SUPPLIES NEEDED TO AGE ORNAMENTS - Thrift store ornaments (look for solid ornaments made of metal or clay) - 400 grit sandpaper - Black chalk paint - Rich Espresso metallic paint  ( Rub 'n Buff or other metallic gold paint would work too)  - Paintbrush  - Paper towels The color combination of the ornaments I found was not my style but more importantly, they were solid, made of clay, and had great texture.   Resource: How to Thrift: The Best Thrifting Tips and Tricks I knew paint would adhere well to the ornaments because of the clay-li...

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