Discover amazing thrift store DIY frame makeovers and upcycled projects — creative, budget-friendly, and full of charm!
Hey there friends! We meet here each week to explore a wide variety of Thrift Store Makeovers with a Farmhouse Flair and this week it is all about the Thrift Store DIY Frame Makeovers and Upcycled Projects out there! With the Holidays’s so close I thought we should revisit this updated post to share all the different things you can create with a Thrift Store Frame! Fram a serving tray to a wreath the possibilities are endless! You will be surprised how much charm you can add to your space with these creations. Hoping that the variety thatI we have curated for you here gives you some brilliant ideas for gifts and home decor! All of these seasoned bloggers will be sharing their tips…tricks and techniques with you as you explore projects like Chalkboard, Bulletin Boards, Framed Memorabilia, Display Trays, Succulent Gardens and so much more! So… get ready to fall in love with many of these and then it will be time to unleash your creativity and make a masterpiece!!!
3 Ways To Upcycle Thrift Store Frames – Salvaged Inspirations
Our Friend Denise is not only making over one frame today she is doing three! Come and watch as she revives old wood, gilds a beauty and reinvents another piece. Everyone of her ideas worked beautifully and can for you! Come and watch the transformation, pick up tips and tricks and be inspired!
Playful Decor Vintage Parcheesi Game Board Clock – Sadie Season Goods
This is such a brilliant idea! Why not find a thrifted frame and give it a makeover to compliment a piece of a board game and then turn it Ito a clock! I LOVE it!!!! I need a monopoly one… which would be your pick. What a great gift! Sarah tells you about everything you need to kow
Upcycled Picture Frames – In My Own Style
Diane is so highly creative! I love what she has done with these picture frames. She updated the frame itself with paint or a paint treatment and then give it a new mat… like using the Dollar Store Faux Tin Ceiling Tile and so much more! Check it out!
DIY Painted Picture Frames – Thirty Eighth Street
Sometimes the most simple makeovers are the best! As you can see a nice collection of thrifted frames was accumulated here but a bit of mix match. So to make these pretties a cohesive blend for say a Wall Gallery… the paint came out and VOILA!!! I simply love it and there are so many options from paint to paint treatments to stains and beyond! You just can’t go wrong collecting frames!
How to Makeover Thrift Store Picture Frames – Hilary Prall
These frames and art were extremely dated but Hilary had a plan for them but the first one did not work out but the second one…WOW! Come and see how she turned these two frames into exactly what she wanted for her bedroom makeover.
Repurpose Thrifted Frame – Diy Beautify
Leave it to Cindy to come up with the perfect plan for this thrifted Frame. After she paints it in her amazing Cottage Chic Style she uses it not to frame paper art but wreath art! Looks wonderful and oh so unique! Let your imagination soar… it is always a good thing!
DIY Transforming Frames Hack – Thrifty & Chic
I know I know… these are not thrifted frames but as Alicia says in her post there are many people who sweep up all the good stuff at the Thrift Stores before anyone else can get them so she too to other means lol!!! But… this technique can be easily applied to any thrifted frame too. This method is just too good not to share! Come and watch as she created embellishments to transform her frames into vintage style beauties! I bet this is one that you will want to try yourself!
DIY Scarf Tray – Confessions Of A Serial DIYER
An oldie but a goodies! Come and see how Christy takes this old oval frame and gives it totally new life and new purpose! With a wonderful paint treatment… a fabric covering and amazing hardware it is transformed into a gorgeous vintage style tray! So many possibilities!
Picture Tray Frame – Love Grows Wild
Speaking of trays… Liz shows you that they can be as easy as 1 2 3!!! See how this thrifted frame turns into a display tray in a snap!!!
DIY Checken Wire Frames – Duct Tape And Denim
Here’s an oldie but a goodie! For over 5 years this was the most popular post on Duct Tape And Denim and still is! So of course it is at the top of the list! It is so simple to make these useful beauties… all you need is the perfect frame… some chicken wire and a few little supplies. Make them for yourself…as gifts or to sell at a craft fair or Etsy! Get the full tutorial and then add your imagination and style! Don’t forget to hit up those Garage Sales and Thrift Stores!
DIY Fall Frame Wreath – Confessions Of A Serial DIYER
This is truthfully my favorite Thrift Store Frame Makeover or should we give it the title of Upcycled? Whichever is appropriate I adore it! Finding a wonderful ornate frame and transforming it into a life time wreath is amazing! Just think … with the right frame you can make wreaths for every holiday… every Season… every occasion and more. Christy is sharing all of her tips… tricks and technique and you can apply them to your creation!
Thrift Fabric Framed Mirror – Confessions Of A Serial DIYER
Well with this amazing project you are going to need two thrifted frames! You can mix styles… use a conventional style… funky… anything your heart desires! When the two come together with a mirror… home decor magic happens! Just look at this finished creation and then start thinking about what would look great in your home… Vintage might be your thing so maybe an ornate wooden frame along with a gold gilded frame with a tapestry fabric background might be your look.
Repurposed Picture Frame DIY – Do Dodson Designs
I know I just featured this beauty… but it is a perfect example of giving a frame a new purpose and makeover! Do is so creative and has made a piece that will add tons of charm to your space. I just adore the idea of displaying silverware with special sentiments and memories in this way. I am going to do this with some of my Mother’s Silver… I am so happy I saw this!
Cottage Farmhouse Thrift Store Frame Makeover Gallery – At Home With Ashley
OK… what you are about to see is truly Makeover Magic!!! Ashley had collected a large amount of Thrift Store frames and set out to create a gorgeous Cottage Chic style Wall Gallery and WOW did she do just That. It turned out to be a Pastel Symphony! Join her as she takes you through the entire process and she even offers you the color coordinated free printable if you want to recreate it just like hers.
Thrift Store Picture Frame Upcycle – Create And Babble
Here is a super fun and oh so Farmhouse way to Upcycle a Thrift Store Frame! You can use the frame as is or paint it or give it your favorite paint treatment… you can even gild it and beyond! Then it is time to create a 3 dimensional creations staring the Mason Jar with some paint and fabric and a few other supplies. You will then be on your way to creating a masterpiece!
Thrifted Frames and Mason Jars – Simply Beautiful By Angela
Here is a fun project for a great piece of Farmhouse. Watch as Angela takes some thrifted frames and mason jars and creates some unique Wall Art! Once it is done… add some faux blooms or greenery and VOILA!!! Love it!
Repurposed Thrift Store Frame – Diy Beautify
I love Cindy’s projects… they truly do “beautify” your space! This time she is transforming a thrifted frame and then adds a terra cotta frame to the center and it looks incredible! Such a touch of elegant rustic style which is great for a Farmhouse Vibe or any home decor style!
Fancy Chalkboards – Confessions Of A Serial Diyer
Our friend Christy is the creator of 1000’s incredible Thrift Store Makeovers and this is still one of my favorites! A simple makeover that can be used in almost any room in the home… a wonderful Chalkboard! Here she finds some fabulously fancy frames and works her magic!
Picture Frame Cork Board – Sadie Seasongoods
Sarah is going to show us how to take a thrifted frame and turn it into a wonderful and whimsical Cork Board!!! There is not one of out there that can’t use one of these pretties! The hardest part of the process is picking out which frame you want to use!
Upcycled Thrift Store Frame – Reinvented Delaware
Cindy is sharing a few different makeovers… so scroll to #2: Gold Gilded Frame and Art and Cindy is going to show you how to give your frame a totally vintage look (she shares her tips… tricks and techniques) then shows you how to fill it with the perfect look!
Framing A Baby Dress – Miss Mustardseed
If you have a special baby dress… sweater… shirt or??? That you would love to frame and hang… why not hit the Thrift Shops with the dimensions and see what you can find the perfect frame (remember… color doesn’t matter because you can give it your own special makeover) Once you have the frame just the way you want it… visit with Marion and she will show you how to make the perfect home for that treasured piece that will last a life time.
Thrift Shop Picture Frame Gets A Makeover – Organized Clutter
Sometimes you find frames that have cut outs and when you do… come on over and visit with Carlene and she will show you how she weaves with June to give the piece more dimension… texture and personality!
Valentine’s Day Collage Frame – Organized Clutter
If you happen upon a little collage frame… Carlene has a great idea for you! Turn it into a Loving Collage or create a collage with these ideas for any occasion! A little bit of paint… imagination… embellishments and you are on your way!
How To Make A Succulent Planter Frame – Homeroad
Well I can’t think of a better way to use a great thrifted frame!!! Come and watch Susan turn this frame into a whimsical garden that you will totally treasure. Hang living art to your walls… what could be better! Oh the possibilities are endless!
How To Makeover A Thrift Store Picture Frame – H. Prall & Co
If you a fun modern… sleek and fresh look on your wall…come on over and check out this little makeover! These dated frames go from drab to absolutely FAB!!! Oh what a difference you can make in a short period of time!
Easy Art Framing Objects – Zeenat Arsiwalla
This post gives you all kinds of ideas on how to add to your thrifted frame… no matter if you make it over or not… just by adding some interesting things to the center you can create wall art that is unique to you!
19 Ways To Upcycle Vintage and Thrifted Frames – The Ponds Farmhouse
You are in for a treat! Rachel is going to show you a tons of ways to take that frame to the next level and they are all her’s! From framing a floral centerpiece to framing a vintage item and so much more!
Mid Century Modern Wall Art – Sadie Seasongoods
If you have a certain style in mind like Modern Farmhouse or Mid Century Modern… let Sadie Guide you to a total masterpiece. She shares the kind of frames that work best and art! In the end… amazing!!!
Picture Frame Makeover – Refresh Restyle
Debbie is here today to give you a totally different spin on your makeover! How about giving your frame that special paint treatment or look and then jazz things up on the inside with a dimensional signs!
How To Make Farmhouse Signs With Thrifted Frames – Our Upcycled Life
Get ready to learn a few new techniques and turn some thrifted frames into Farmhouse Sign Beauties!
How To Make A Tray From A Frame – Confessions Of A Serial DIYER
Everyone needs serving trays and this one that our friend Christy made is a classic look and truly will never go out of style! You need a nice solid thrifted frame… so additional wood… hardware and some supplies.
Upcycled Thrift Store Picture Frame DIY – Creating Through Chaos
Here is a super quick project to do and you will need a thrifted frame and a napkin with a design you would love to see as part of your gallery wall! Watch as this project comes together… it’s fabulous and will shine on your wall for sure!
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