Discover charming Spring farmhouse thrift store makeovers that bring new life to vintage treasures with simple DIY magic!
Hey Friends…I don’t know about all of you but I am yearning for Spring! I am tired of snow, sleet and mush lol… so since it is a little bit away I thought I would share a taste of that wonderful Season with a Post that is all about Charming Spring Time Farmhouse Thrift Store Makeovers! From Faux Thrift Store Frame Projects to an amazing Upcycled Drawer Garden… to a mossy hillside in a Mason Jar… plus tons tips and techniques for your bag of tricks and much much more! Just grab that favorite cup of brew and escape for a few minutes and recharge. It could lead you to your next project!
Thrift Store Spring Upcycle Idea – Reinvented Delaware
We are visiting with Cindy today! She talks about how thrift stores are a bounty of hidden treasures perfect for makeovers! She frequents hers often and keeps her eyes peeled for many diamonds in the rough. Today, she’s sharing a topiary piece that was very dated, but she knew she could breathe new life into it with her tricks and techniques! That she did, and I hope you join her for the entire makeover. You will be inspired, and many new ideas will come to your imaginative mind! She uses paint, disassembles the piece, adds fresh new flowers, and much more! In the end, this beauty is ready for Spring!!! ENJOY!
SIMPLE SPRING MANTEL THRIFT STORE MAKEOVER
Today, Heather is going to show us how she made over this double-handled urn vase from her thrift shop to adorn her Spring mantel! With her homemade paint concoction, she transformed this into a real beauty! When she added gorgeous blooms and a few accessories, her mantel was transported to a Spring meadow! Once again… decorating does not have to be expensive—being creative is better!
PICNIC BASKET PLANTER
Nothing like a picnic basket to get you thinking about Spring! Well, this thrifted picnic basket got a wonderful whitewash makeover from Debbie, and it looks fabulous! She did have to do some repairing, which she shares. Then she planted beautiful blooms, which just take it over the top! Keep your eyes open for types of things that can be turned into planters—there are more possibilities than you think! You know what’s so funny? This post shows how timeless makeovers are—this project is 15 years old and still works perfectly! I LOVE IT!
THRIFTY DECORATING IDEAS FOR SPRING
No real makeover here today, but Katie shows us how a visit to the thrift store can kick off our Spring decorating with a thrift store price tag (cheap) lol!!! She shares some things she searches for and then shows us how she used her haul to decorate her entryway! BRILLIANT!!! You will be totally inspired by this one for sure. All of the types of items she found can be found in just about every thrift store out there! I wish I could see what you do!
EIRE GO BRAGH IRELAND IN A JAR
Springtime in Ireland! Can’t you just feel it as the sheep graze on the green green grass and a soft mist fills the air… Sarah sure did capture the mood didn’t she! Best thing is i she shows us how she did it… just get yourself a pretty jar… some moss… rocks… glue and then herd up some little sheep and you will be on your way! This jar of Spring would look amazing anywhere it is placed.
TOLE PAINTING TRAY
Sarah found an old tray at the Thrift Shop and to be honest… it wasn’t real any kind of a looker but of course she saw its inner beauty and brought it out just like you can! Come see the before to appreciate fully the after! Paint is the hero for sure!
REPURPOSED SPINDLE CARROT WREATH DIY
Here is yet another fabulous way to use those chair spindles… did you ever think of making Carrots out of them for Easter and Spring Decorating? Genius right! Get the quick and easy DIY right here from Lora! EZ PZ!
DIY BEAUTIFUL VINTAGE BED SPRING
BOING!!!! If you find some Bed Springs… be sure to pick them up because them make the most amazing base for a Spring Time Nest!!! Come and let Susan show you how to put it together and then let your imagination SOAR!!!
$60 THRIFT STORE DRESSER WITH TRANSFER
You have to say this gorgeous Thrift Store makeover created by the one and only Christy is like a burst of Spring Air! Fabulous Flowers… bright and cheery… simply amazing. Come and visit her and she will no only show you how to paint this piece… but she will show you how to apply the transfers so you can use the technique on any piece you like to give it all new life!
EASTER DOOR DECORATIONS WITH A HANGING DOOR BASKET
My heart fluttered when I saw this one… Sarah is always creating such amazing things! I just love this little Spring Easter Door Basket Wreath! What else is super cool about it is… you can fill with with so many different things. You could paint it a neutral color and change it up for the Seasons. Sarah is sharing her process so you will be prepared when you find your little basket treasure!
SPRING TIME LADDER
Sarah is sharing what she did with her special little find… a shabbied green ladder! Keep your eyes peeled for little step ladders… they are amazing Farmhouse Accessories! With just a little bit of paint… a bit of distressing or not… you are going to have a real treasure! Just look what Sara created… her display looks like it could be on the cover of Country Living! Drop by this wonderful blog for even more inspiration! This is truly the perfect Spring Time addition to any home!
PAPER FLOWER BOUQUETS FROM RECYCLED GREETING CARDS
I am totally in love with this one. I don’t think you can find a more beautiful bouquet! Creative Sarah turned her old Greeting Cards into a burst of flowers and you can too with your cards and cards you can pick up at the Thrift Store and many other places. For some of you… you might even want to check out different free printable that you can print and cut? So many options. Sarah was super lucky to spy and nab this incredible photo holder that was picture perfect for her plans! You might be able to find somethings like it in your favorite stores or even check on-line for photo holders. What a great way to welcome Spring!!!
HOLIDAY DECORATION FOR EASTER
What you create with an old thrifted light fixture??? Well the creative Kathy decided to turn hers into a whimsical Easter Terrarium! How much fun is this. She shows you exactly what she did so you will be inspired to create one of your own! If you can’t find a fixture… keep your eyes peeled for pretty jars with interesting tops or embellish the top too! So many possibilities. Visit your Thrift Store… walk the aisles and something just might jump into your cart!
SPRING DECOR WITH OLD MILK BOTTLES
Sarah is back with yet another amazing Spring Time project! She collected all different kinds of bottles that resembled Milk bottles… she shows you how she painted them all different yummy pastel shades for a Spring Time Look and then added Milk Labels she has collected… how cute are these? Come see how she put them all together and I bet you can find some printable milk labels on line if you don’t have the real ones… but who knows… you might be able to score some from your Thrift Store! I found some free labels here: Knick of Time
PLANTING SPRING BULBS IN A DRAWER
If you are a regular here at The Cottage Market you know that I LOVE upcycled drawer projects. Drawers are everywhere in Thrift Store so it is always fabulous to see them used in so many different ways… just like this one was. Did you ever think of planting a mini Spring Garden in a thrifted drawer? Well you just might consider it now when you see this Spring Bulb Garden In A Drawer! Come on over to this lovely blog and see how it is done. You are going to be totally inspired! Just think of all the possibilities. You could do all kinds of paint treatments in so many different colors or stain… fill them with all kinds of different plants and embellishments… the possibilities are ENDLESS!!! Thank you thrifted drawers of the world… you truly rock!
DECOUPAGED SPRING PEDESTAL BOWL
What says SPRING better than a nest and egg… time for renewal! Susan has a real treat… she is going to show you how she took a Thrift Store Bowl and a candlestick and made this beautiful piece that she will be using for many many Springs to come! Come see how it is done and then put your own spin on it!
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