10 Fall DIY’s: Transforming Thrift Store Finds into Cozy Autumn Decor

[@shadygardens2256]

You sure did a great job on the clock turned Halloween window! I love it. Looks so high-end!

[@joycegilkey3677]

I love the decoupaged wood plate. The napkin was beautiful that you used. I don't know where you live, but you are fortunate to have a nice goodwill to buy things from.

[@karenheineman3284]

Loved the technique of covering the glass vase with floral napkins and decoupage. You asked what you could do differently next time. My take would have been to not use black textured paint with gold buff on it but to leave both off. I would place a candle on the inside so the floral colors and patterns would have shown through. Wouldn’t it be beautiful to use a fall leaf motif napkin using the same technique, placing a candle inside!

[@constanceblair6625]

As I’ve gotten older, I much prefer autumn decor/decorations over Halloween. My favorite project is the old broom, it’s so charming hanging out by the fireplace. 🍁

[@CanterburyCottage]

I am the same. I don’t decorate for Halloween, but I do enjoy making Halloween crafts.

[@ghoulgoil5029]

Love the clock turned to a Halloween window so much! Great idea!

[@janeyjanedee2493]

Genius ideas, really! The cat in the window is so cool!

[@judymills7157]

I can't begin to tell you how much I enjoyed this video. I was having a rough day, but as I watched the gorgeous items you created and listened to your calming voice and music, I was soothed. Thank you!

[@CanterburyCottage]

You are so welcome! I am so glad you enjoyed it, Judy. I’m sorry you had a rough day. When I was still teaching high school English, I would sometimes come home feeling really down after dealing with student misbehavior. Hope tomorrow is much better for you!

[@kathykimberlin5930]

You are so creative!

[@kathykimberlin5930]

Just put clear to seal and see if you like it

[@yasminelindefors1104]

I'm SO happy I found your channel!! 😍 so many inspiring ideas 💡 love from Sweden ❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much!! I’m so glad you are enjoying my channel in SWEDEN!!!

[@melbabowen4389]

The vase… Paint a white coat of paint to the outside, let it dry, THEN, paint the black coat. I think you will achieve the inside effect you desire.

[@marlenomahony8649]

Agreed. I think would work well.

[@CanterburyCottage]

I had not thought of that!!! I will have to give this a try!

[@cat_lover77251]

I thought it looked beautiful without any paint at all. Kinda kilidascope, watercolors tie dye stained glass. Lol😂 Looked gorgeous to me! ❤

[@dustypressley1940]

I agree with the above comments...but my thought was just the white paint with a little distressing. I think it depends on where you were thinking of using it. Loved the multiple use of the flannel shirt.❤❤

[@monicamoon1338]

What if you put the napkin on the inside of the vase with the pattern facing out, then paint the napkin white? Never done it before , but it came to me as I watched the video. I’m always inspired with all your creative ideas!!!

[@lynnharrell9598]

I thought all of the makeovers were great, but my favorite was the decoupaged wood plate. For the decoupage vase (last project), next time put the paper on the inside of the vase, so the pattern can be seen from the outside of the vase through the glass. Then paint the inside of the vase.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, yes, I love that idea! I will definitely give this a try! 🥰

[@shannonlynch4598]

I also love using birds in my decor. So much that when my gma/mom passed in June. Still very much grieving. Anyway I order a mini blue bird that has crystals around his neck and tail. It's 2 inches tall 2 inches wide. It's beautiful like my gram

[@barbarajeanne8351]

Everything was beautiful! ❤ My next trip to thrift store I'll be checking out the flannels

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Barbara! 😊

[@maryoleary2037]

I only discovered your channel and couple of days ago and now I've been binge watching. For one of the videos I saw yesterday, I said, "You must be the most creative person on KZbin." I continue to be blown away by your ideas, that never turn out to be tacky. You have what is called "an eye." You vision how to pair colours and styles and also how to create a balanced composition, in all that you do. At one time you may have been an English teacher, but you most certainly have the heart and soul of a true artist. Not sure if you ever studied design, but I feel you are a total natural when it comes to creating beauty. I have never been a minimalist and I fully support your "more is more" concept.

[@vickinoeske1154]

I don't know which project I like the best, but the broom and the clock are front-runners. You are just full of great ideas!

[@debrabannister433]

Love everything you do! Your videos never disappoint! So much inspiration!

[@robinhorga2780]

Sherry, you are so artistic. I don’t know where or how you come up with these ideas but they are fantastic.🎃

[@CanterburyCottage]

So sweet of you, Robin!

[@cindymilner570]

Love, love, love everything ❤️

[@mrs.z1172]

Sherry your talent is unmatched, I was feeling so nostalgic after some DIY’s I’m from the 70’s I remember my mother decor back on the days that moss lantern and poem transported me to my childhood!!!! Thank you ❤❤❤❤❤

[@Elizabeth-arb22]

I thank my lucky stars for having discovered your channel. Watching, learning and being inspired by you always adds joy and richness to my day. Thank you! 💗 💗

[@MistyMomentMusic2012]

This is my first time watching your channel... I'm hooked! The joy in your voice when you find a deal is adorable! I feel ya haha! Anyways, thank you for all the beautiful, creative projects videos. Time to hit the subscribe button! Stay cozy and Happy Fallidays!

[@melissaspence6445]

The old clock project was by far my favorite.

[@tinaaul8509]

I love the old clock! The cat pumpkin and lights make it look so good

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Tina!

[@amyhoff1501]

The Clock turned Halloween decoration was my favorite

[@mariep4018]

You are definitely a teacher. You’re so good at it one of your greatest qualities.

[@tracyknight5186]

These are very nice! I love how you think outside the box!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Tracy! 😊

[@Talkingtreasuresvintage]

So creative! ❤

[@baileysthe4239]

Always amazed at your talent

[@breezy3422]

You never disappoint! Such a talented lady. I love what you do!

[@TerasBoutique]

Wow one great idea after another 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 I so enjoy your channel 😊 I’m so happy to have found you ❤️❤️❤️

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much! What a lovely comment, Tera!😊

[@tracymessina5280]

I'm always impressed with all your ideas and the way you finish the projects!

[@tracyshumaker8272]

Ok, the clock transformation is genius and adorable ❤

[@donnafoster2022]

I love the way you often create on the fly, following your instincts. Beautiful, inspiring projects, as always!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much,Donna!

[@maryfrancesbaker289]

I love how the green lights shine through the cats eyes!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

A happy occurrence that I hadn’t expected!

[@SusanRussell-b4i]

This was my favorite set of transformations....maybe it's the fall theme.

[@katherinechatham9032]

Loved the pheasant pillow! ❤

[@suegauthier2802]

Just love the clock transformation! So very cool

[@cherylkeller76]

Even though some of the things that you make and put in your home are not things that I would want. I still so much enjoy watching you because everything is inspirational. I could use many of your ideas to create things that I would put in my home. And I can watch you forever and watch repeats forever, because you have a very soothing comforting voice. Thank you for sharing your creativity with the world!❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Wow, thank you! What a lovely compliment! I’m so glad I can share ideas with you even though we have different styles!☺️

[@diandreawilliams1799]

I love the black cat/window decor. So creative.

[@cathiespalding2083]

Wow! All are so pretty and perfect! You always have such creative ideas for your projects!

[@melissahyatt9626]

Love the cat/pumpkin one and you amazed me with the lantern. Plate was gorgeous. I actually really liked the last vase without the black paint.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Melissa! I’m going to try that vase project again!

[@jackiem2899]

Omgoodness! Sherry! I love the black cat window!!! So beautiful! You're a genius!❤❤❤❤

[@elainecivi6786]

Oh my....that cat window with the green glow! Outstanding...love it!

[@deb7793]

Love the cat in the round frame. The addition of the lights is so clever!!

[@lindak7499]

Another winner video! Thanks

[@CanterburyCottage]

Glad you enjoyed it, Linda!

[@katherinestephens7674]

Your imagination is dazzling....thank you

[@Valerie77777]

I really love the Autumn poem in the frame with moss all around. The small flannel pocket with the florals is adorable! And the decorated broom is so cute, Sherry! Every project was just amazing. Thank you so much for the inspiration!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! I am so glad you liked these projects, Valerie! 😊

[@cindygrim3060]

I love how the cat clock door decor turned out

[@grannygarden5887]

Loved the wooden plate with the decoupaged napkin. That idea is endless and could be made into sets and given as gifts for any number of occasions. I think your might paint the vase a lighter color and that would make the floral stand out. I also liked the door decoration with the cat and pumpkin even though am not a fan of Halloween. I surprised myself on that one and had a Christmas idea for the same application. Loved this video as usual. Bless you sherry

[@donnadozier4294]

Loved every one of the 10 projects. ❤❤❤

[@itzasunnyday4me]

The round clock frame made the perfect home for the spooky cat. It looks great on the door. 🐈‍⬛

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! 😊

[@crystal13l]

For the vase I liked it without the paint and you could possibly put fairy lights in the vase to get a stained glass look. Loved the dark napkins though. If you want to go the paint route, then I think a coat of white first then followed by the black.

[@kimchapman2210]

I liked the vase without the paint as well.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks for the suggestion. I am definitely going to try the vase project again and use white paint first! (I just wasn’t sure how it would look behind the black napkins.)

[@janefisher576]

Loved the door window with the cat and pumpkin.

[@bonniewhite7334]

Thanks, Sherry, for all the great ideas that don't have to cost a fortune. What I appreciate even more is your masterful video production and editing. You never ramble, stumble, or over explain. It is a real gift to share useful information using the fewest words possible. I'd be curious to see a video of how you produce your videos. Blessings to you!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Wow, thank you! I am thinking of doing a live Q & A video. When I first started, I talked so slowly and lots of viewers complained, so I have spent a lot of time working on making my voice overs succinct! I really appreciate your kind comments, Bonnie!

[@dlouise4351]

The decoupage plate was my favorite but I was surprised how much I like the clock redo. Also the broom was lovely.

[@suzannehudgins4016]

Every single craft was adorable but I especially liked the Halloween cat hanging with the green lights. It just really caught my eye. I would love to have your ability to see things for what they might become. You have an amazing talent.

[@janetbirkmann669]

The clock-turned-window was so clever!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Janet!

[@tammydixon7910]

I love, love, love the reuse of the clock. It is stunning.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Tammy!

[@mary-virginiafeger3306]

I agree. The Halloween window is a great transformation. Such creativity! Wow.

[@darlenepurcell]

Love all of these! Especially the Halloween cat with the green lights! So creative!

[@margaretdillinger5090]

I love these projects. The clock with the black cat is to cute BUUUUTTTT, lol, I’d had to have saved it for thanksgiving or Christmas. That me though and I’d love to find a clock like that. You have a genius way of turning ordinary into extraordinary! 😊❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, you are always so sweet, Margaret! Thank you!

[@margaretdillinger5090]

@@CanterburyCottage thank you. Credit should be given when credit is due. I believe in supporting each other and not tearing them down. If I don’t like it, I tend to say “ I prefer this or that”.

[@SUSANHerrera-tg3bc]

Loved the cat with the green lights. However, they were all great, that one was my favorite.

[@shabbyfufulady]

My favorites were the broom and the Cat in the clock window.

[@bonniebonnie7149]

Your broom is so cute! I also love your birdhouse and frame with the moss. Thank you, Sherry

[@sallyh7282]

How ingenious! My favourite has to be the brilliant cat and pumpkin on the window.

[@allabogatyreva2451]

A cat in the window is perfect, love it!

[@kellyrouse758]

Love it all, especially the black cat and pumpkin. That is wonderful.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Kelly! 😊

[@lindalaque791]

I'm in love with the Lantern & the Cat.. ❤

[@plantswithgigi3430]

The Halloween scene came out amazing! Genius!

[@SherryNerreau]

These projects were so clever Sherry. The moss covered lantern was so sweet and the wood bowel looked so high end and beautiful. The clock turned lighted cat picture was spooky and fantastic. Really liked these projects!

[@wendysmith1166]

I just love what you did with that old clock. Putting the cat in there with the green lights around it was really nice

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Wendy! I really wanted to use yellow lights, but I didn’t have any, and my son loved the green lights!

[@maggiepadilla6915]

My favorite project today was that adorable moss lantern! So whimsical and interesting. ❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Maggie!

[@katherineharper-sj4ys]

The broom and mushroom are definitely my favorites. I also liked the cat wreath. Thanks for sharing.

[@christinaschrider1783]

I always enjoy your videos, but this one was captivating! I would make/use everything you did today! Thank you for the inspiration ❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Christina! 😊

[@peanutpearson3333]

Awesome projects - love the moss covered lantern, but that black cat in the window project is fantastic!!

[@DP-ez1kt]

My favorite is the repurposed clock.

[@melissafleming2812]

You out-do yourself with every video!! One tip I learned from another diyer-to remove the extra layers of napkin before decoupaging, use a small piece of rolled tape and press on the napkin. It will pull up 1 layer beautifully-then repeat if there is a 2nd layer. Very easy and neat!

[@christieoertel1589]

Am not a Halloween person but loved the cat plaque. I find your videos so interesting and you are very artistic and clever, Thank you. Have a great day

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! I like making Halloween decorations, but I don’t put them up in my home either. I prefer autumn decor.

[@victoriadevereaux8450]

I love how you fixed up the duck picture and I loved the broom!

[@christinewilliams7005]

Great crafts - I love the clock turned window w/Jack-o-lantern and cat!

[@charlottebelieves285]

My fall decor is always harvest centred, with only a few select Halloweenish items mixed in, so this video was perfect for my taste.

[@merryaijlman7833]

You out did yourself again. The clock window was adorable. I so enjoy all your videos Sherry ❤

[@shannonimlay1068]

I LOVE EVERYTHING in this video!!! I confess that I love tartan plaid, especially in Fall and Winter decor. You made several wonderful tartan pieces with an inexpensive flannel shirt.....genius!!!!! I would love to see a vase (or anything) decoupaged with the beautiful dark floral napkin facing outward. It's a stunning napkin.

[@bari2883]

Love love love the clock turned into cat and pumpkin wreath. I’m going to do this for my Xmas wreath this year and exchange it for a reindeer and Xmas tree.

[@vickidunkle3698]

Gorgeous mushroom vase? Love all of your crafts. I have to say though the broken clock turned into a moonlit cake has to be my favorite! I love you so much! You help me get started on my day !

[@caronward4042]

Beautiful music to accompany your lovely designs. I love them all!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much!

[@SD-nh5yr]

Hello! As always, I love your ideas...so fallish, but the broom is just so awesome, so special...it looks like a million bucks !!✌️❤️🙏🎃

[@lanaritter9410]

Sherry, I loved the vase with the flower napkins only!❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Lana!

[@maryanngastaldo6751]

wow! they were all so clever, interesting, creative, and GORGEOUS!!

[@charleneblake1146]

How you envision your projects is just amazing. I love all of these❤❤❤However, the cat in the window is my favorite.

[@conniedelvigna9427]

The clock/window is brilliant! So inspired, I just love it.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@d__extraordinary175]

Amazing video ! I’m ready for Fall now 🍁 🍂 🍃

[@hilary6893]

Sherry, I just love the floral vase! I have that same vase, I got it for a wedding gift (23) years ago. You are so talented. TFS 🙏🏽❤️❤️

[@judithwhite3705]

Love what you did with the broom from top to bottom 😉👍

[@theresacarter1033]

So great Sherry! Absolutely love the old clock!! You always come up with something new!! Great job!

[@karenzenz7605]

I loved all your projects but my favorite was the clock turned into a Halloween window!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Karen!

[@pamgross1784]

Love the lantern best and love the mushrooms you put in it.

[@flippinretired]

Loved the projects. The cat window was my favorite.

[@connietowler3725]

Another great video... Loved the vase without the paint, so pretty. The broom is very cute, I like that. Always wonderful DIY's. Thank you...

[@brendasoler4759]

Another great video, Sherry! The pheasant pillow and the cat window were my faves! Happy Fall from Florida!

[@carlamhaight]

Wonderful ideas, Sherry. TFS. Favorites are the shadow box, the pillow and the cat and pumpkin in the clock frame. Thank you, too, for sharing the downloads so we can make our own projects. Have a great day

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! You are so welcome, Carla! 😊