10 Unique DIY & Thrift Flip Botanical Home Decor Ideas

Welcome to my DIY thrift flip botanical home decor project video! In this video, I'll show you how to transform some secondhand items into beautiful botanical-themed decor pieces for your home.
In this video I will be upcycling and repurposing an old box, basket, clock face, peat pots, some weird bracket from Goodwill, a thrift store bird cage, a thrift store wall medallion, metal and plastic butterflies, a metal flower, as well as using sticks from my yard to create a one-of-a-kind lantern.
My DIY thrift flip projects are not only eco-friendly and budget-friendly, but they're also a fun way to express your creativity and add a personal touch to your living space. Whether you're a seasoned DIYer or a beginner, my step-by-step instructions make it easy for anyone to create these beautiful home decor pieces.
So, grab your crafting supplies and join me for this fun and inspiring video. Get ready to add some botanical beauty to your home with my DIY thrift flip projects!
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[@CanterburyCottage]

I sure hope you enjoy today’s video. I’m really happy with how these botanical projects turned out. PLEASE, if you know what that weird rack is, let me know. It really has me stumped! BTW thanks for letting me know that the brass round “frame” in a previous video is a decorative bracket used where a stove pipe connects to the wall! Who knew?!

[@michellesapp3992]

The weird shelf and birdcage were my favorites. You always have the best ideas!

[@Funshine4u]

I must say I wasn't a fan of the plaster over the butterflies, but I'm so glad you showed it, my projects don't always turn out the way I envision, it's good to know I'm not the only one. I'm curious to see what you wanted it to be... I love the lantern/nest and the basket clock. (loved the beads)

[@susancasey49]

I’m wondering if the weird rack is actually a small table top ironing board?

[@TheCraftyMagnolia]

A very beautiful stove pipe bracket frame indeed!

[@gailrhodes2859]

I do believe you will come back with a new idea that will blow us away with it!!!

[@grannygarden5887]

The beads are not juvenile but i didnt think the basket clock needed them. It was beautiful without. Thank you for this video , it is always a lovely Monday afternoon with CANTERBURY and a cup of tea. Thank you Sherry

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! 😊 I really appreciate those kind words, GG!😊

[@grannygarden5887]

@@CanterburyCottage the rack is a mystery but you fixed it nice

[@brendahorton4907]

I just love the clock basket…….think the letters were ok but I would have left them off. Your twig lantern was so awesome. I really need to create one for my porch. Always enjoy your videos.

[@donnamoye684]

I didn’t care for the beads. Loved everything else about it.

[@sabingle]

Wine bottle holder?

[@christinemanka9411]

I love the clock without the beads.😊

[@carlaorjohn]

This is the only lantern that has been made on youtube that I actually like! Stunning and perfectly whimsical 🥰

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, Carla, that is so kind of you! Thank you!

[@catherineanhari7573]

I just love that clock basket .. blue and teals are my favorite colors

[@ginacrusco234]

Hi Sherry! The "weird" wall hanger turned out to be simply delightful!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh thank you! I have received a few suggestions as to what that might have been used for, but I’m beginning to wonder if I am missing some parts of it.

[@michelletapsell7507]

My jaw dropper! The humble little peat pot that became a totally charming tiny basket for a beautiful floral arrangement! 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@jodeeclarklompa852]

I really liked the blue basket with the clock face. I don't believe I would have used the "spring time" pieces, not because I thought they were juvenile, but because the piece didn't need them and they were so white against the pretty color of the basket. I truly enjoy all of your projects and you do make me want to try to do some myself.

[@tracy9792]

My favourite is the wooden semi circle with the butterfly attached to it and the two hooks at the bottom. I also love the decoupaged butterflies just on their own. You have a good good eye for recycling things! Keep up the good good work. ❤

[@KMF3]

I don't normally like baskets but that basket I did like.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, I’m so glad! 😊

[@melissahyatt9626]

So much that I loved. The lantern blew me away once you were done. Love the birdcage and butterflies, the weird wall thing is adorable, and basket clock is lovely. The only thing I was a little mew about was the plaster butterflies. I liked them just glued to the sign without the plaster but that’s just me. Thanks!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! I thought those “plaster” butterflies were going to turn out so good, but that project just didn’t end up looking like I had envisioned.

[@donnadozier4294]

I love them all. ❤ The decoupage butterflies are beautiful. Even more beautiful on there white white birdcage! ❤

[@gailmariage5318]

I love the butterfly hat rack.

[@elisabethdowd1869]

I love William Morris designs, so thank you for providing the link. I have a box ready for updating! I didn't care for the joint compound butterfly project as it lost a lot of the butterfly shape, but I loved the individual peat pot, the metal flower, and the butterfly birdcage. I also liked the basket clock but I would have used a small amount of babies breath instead of the beads. Thank you for your creative inspiration Sherry!

[@laurap8932]

Oh you did it again, the clock in the suitcase was brilliant, which I did not think could be out done...the clock in the basket was just as clever ❤ Thanks for sharing your creativity.

[@helenlouise_]

You've been working hard at creating once again. Very inspiring and you are certainly making us look forward to Spring! My favourite project this week was the carved wooden plaque decorated with the butterfly and hooks. Pretty and practical! Take care, see you next time!

[@lisadawson2652]

I love all of the projects including the spring time beads ❤❤❤❤

[@debnem413]

You’re like some kind of divine DIY Oracle!!! I so appreciate the innovation with which you approach all your projects….thank you for being so inspiring! 🥰

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, Deb, you are so so sweet! Thank you!😊

[@PaisleySzuSzu]

You must be a sweet sweet person to make such precious things from this and thats

[@beulahmcgraw5213]

The butterflies are awesome.👍 White is best.

[@CanterburyCottage]

I think so too! Thanks, Beulah!

[@maggiepadilla6915]

Theres not enough words to express how creative you are! I love all your projects!❤❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, Maggie, you are too sweet! 😊

[@gailrhodes2859]

I loved all but that one butterfly and caulk. My favorite was probably the metal flower with the center of a sunflower and stuck in the piece of wood !! You are absolutely so creative! I always look forward to Monday!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much 😊 Gail, I think that metal flower was my favorite project, too. At first, I was only going to use the butterflies and throw away the flower. I’m so glad that I decided to save it.

[@hollyhechavarria444]

I love the wall Hoops and the box at the end..🥰

[@kathyallen6238]

I had to smile when you upcycled the sunflower center. I had some centerless sunflowers that I wanted to use. I put a good coat of Tacky Glue in the center and added coffee grounds! Worked well and smelled good, too! Personally, I like alphabet beads! The peat pots were adorable! I liked the Wm Morris box, too!

[@alynneredmon9560]

I liked the basket clock up to the point where you added the letters. I loved the transfer.Thank you for all your videos, I really enjoy them. You are very talented. Thanks again.

[@sheilabain1421]

Like the painted butterflies better than white. Both beautiful 😊

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much 😊

[@yolandaperezvelez5988]

Love the Lantern 😮 the letters are not juvenile Enjoy all your Botanical ideas thanks for sharing 🌷🌺🤙👏

[@Sa9560]

The 3 butterflies, loved, but I think the white was stunning! I would have left the beads off, still pretty though. Love all your work!

[@vbickel6109]

Love all your projects. However, I think I like more the fact that you show your creative process and that sometimes even you wonder if you detoured off the path. That is what crafting, or actually any art is; it’s about exploring the possibilities!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, V! I really appreciate those words of encouragement. I did like the butterflies better white, but I can easily paint them white again! In fact, I’ll think I’ll try this project again and make a few changes.

[@brenyule]

@@CanterburyCottage it’s the process and I appreciate you sharing because I think it’s an awesome idea. Sometimes it takes a couple tries to create your vision. Maybe a thinner plaster mixture. Would also be pretty, using watercolor or art chalks for some slight color. Have you ever used chalks? Not pastels. I’ve used them for years on paper crafts and you have great control with them. You can even erase it. Just a thought. ❤❤❤

[@debbiebayles244]

The beads are very vintage. When my siblings and I were born, the hospital made bracelets with our last name spelled out with beads just like you used! I am definitely making the lantern!! Everything you created was lovely!

[@kmarch6630]

I still have my baby bracelet!

[@CanterburyCottage]

I don’t think I knew that hospitals did this! That is such a cute idea!

[@elisabethdowd1869]

I, too, have my baby bracelet. The letter beads are square rounded glass beads and little round accent beads of pink.

[@vjhreeves]

​@@CanterburyCottageyes, we still have my husband's bracelet from 1964.

[@brenyule]

@@CanterburyCottage yes they did!

[@lanet9442]

Spring is on the way…love when you bring the outside in….my thoughts are paint the butterflies white

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks, Lanet! I’m going to have to try this project over again. I really think I can do it better. I need plastic butterflies instead of fabric ones, too!

[@trotting-along-thrifting]

I liked the butterflies white . Love your videos

[@joycemorgan6956]

Love that lantern. I don’t know how you think o these wonderful crafts.

[@deannacorbeil5571]

I absolutely loved the stick/twig lantern. It’s amazing the things we can create using such humble items. I’m also a fan of William Morris and the box was a great way to highlight his art. Thanks again for your videos!!

[@ruthiestiefel1415]

We re only LIMITED by our IMAGINATION. But you aren't LIMITED by yours!! So exciting , so inspirational. I love out door nature ideas. I love birds & nests. All the apothecary ideas. Always excited about the clock ideas. ♥️♥️♥️ you are a hidden treasure yourself!!

[@robynbohbot3709]

I love all these wonderful creations... I think the metal rack with the peat pots is my favorite.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much 😊

[@SBL1932]

I really liked your wall hanging with the hooks and butterfly.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you!☺️

[@marywiggins7411]

I love that you just jump in and experiment with elements that are not the 'same old thing'. I think the plaster butterflies were better before adding the wax.

[@janetjones7081]

Sherry...you have again outdone yourself...I am sitting here watching for the 2nd time...complete with jaw dropping...! That tree branch lantern is MAGNIFICENT...and I will be using this idea to create some outdoor lanterns, natural stem tomato and vine cages and cloches for my outdoor porch transformation...going with a very French country theme this year...wish me luck..lol...with these incredible ideas and your inspiration, I don't know how I could go wrong!! Those precious peat pots...I am going to use this idea to make my own for 2 cast iron shelves I have flanking my porch...the shelves are small...these are PERFECT sizes for those shelves! I cannot wait to get started...now, if it would only stop raining! Thank you so so much for your ideas..your sweet encouragement...I look forward to your weekly DIYS so very very much! Love and hugs!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Janet! 😊 I love your idea of a French country porch theme ,and cast iron shelves is the perfect starting spot! Wish I could see how it turns out. Perhaps, you could post a picture to my Facebook group page?

[@kriswidman429]

Love your process, Sherry. The basket clock was darling; to me the beads weren’t needed. I think you have started a new trend - botanical whimsy.

[@gailrhodes2859]

I like the beads!!

[@IndieAnnieJones1]

Everything was absolutely lovely. I've always loved to decorate and to craft with images of botanicals and birds. It's so whimsical and cottage core and so perfect for spring. Thank you for always being so kind and inspiring and sharing your talents. God bless!

[@heatherbrown4336]

Hi Sherri your beads look great in my opinion

[@CrowsNest2012]

I love the idea behind the plastered butterfly piece. I actually liked it and agree that it needed some dark to bring out the details. I’m going to try it with some fern leaves and see if sealing it really well before antiquing, then buffing the high spots back to white will work. Thanks for the prompt!

[@Linda-ii8hc]

I love all these spring projects! You are so creative and come up with the best ideas🥰

[@sandiebourassa9040]

I like the tiny beads. They remind me of the bracelet that was put on my wrist at the hospital when I was born. I absolutely love all of your inspirations!

[@pambond8205]

You are so fabulously original! Love that you have such original ideas ❤️ Could the weird shelf have once been a serving tray? I was thinking that there could have been a piece of glass or ceramic rectangular shelf that went over the squares to make it a double tier and then you’d have two handles to move it. I adore what you did with it 😊

[@rubyvelma7613]

All your projects were lovely, as always, Ms. Sherry!!🥰🤩😍

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much!

[@cherylparish1375]

Your stick lantern is so sweet! I would love to see another one with the faux mushrooms in it. I'm really loving everything botanical now and the IOD transfers make everything a work of art! It's so enjoyable watching you work. I particularly love your miniatures! No one does it better! Thank you for sharing!

[@beeline22]

Good evening, Sherry! Everything turned out beautifully, as always. I especially love the branch lantern, the painted clock basket ( the blocks are charming) and the Wm. Morris box. Thank you for inspiring and sharing. ❤ xoxo Bobbie.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Good evening, Bobbie! Thank you for those kind comments. It has been a long afternoon. I had to upload my video three different times today due to copyright claims against the music I had chosen (that I thought was copyright free)! I’m so glad that you enjoyed today’s projects! Take care, sweet friend!

[@kkkeller1511]

I'm with you, I liked it better all white.

[@amandapittar9398]

Your ideas are all so beautiful and achievable- thankyou xxx

[@CottageGardensonForest]

I definitely preferred the butterfly artwork in white. It might look good just painting the center in dark Gray then use white wax. You’re so creative! The wall decor with the hooks and butterfly look so good! The rack looks like a wine rack maybe… Peat pot turned out so cute! I use the same style for my spring decor. I’m obsessed with William Morris designs!! Love your wood box, hope you don’t mind me borrowing this one. Thanks

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Tawana! I love the gray paint/white chalk idea on the butterflies! I really want some Wm. Morris curtains, but the fabric is so expensive!

[@shirleycirio6897]

Spring 'TIME' on the 'CLOCK' basket is adorable. Those particular beads are a bit distracting for this project... I wanted to see the three butterflies more clearly under the compound and definitely all white in color.... Only because you asked.😊 Almost all sold so quickly!

[@katherinepereira9088]

Good morning Sherry. You never disappoint. Firstly, I would paint the butterfly display (the first one you did) all white. I think it looked better that way. I loved the basket clock, butterfly wall decor and the hanging pot display. However, I think my favorite was the decoupaged butterflies in the bird cage. All so lovely!

[@barbaradzitko1826]

Sherry, Sherry, Sherry. You are just too clever and imaginative. Adorable projects.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Barbara! 😊

[@gaylaalbrecht7126]

I love all of your craft ideas. I especially liked the lantern. I recently pruned a tree in my yard and saved all sizes of sticks from it. I am definitely going to try my hand at it. I also loved the bird house with the butterflies. I love how you are nature inspired. Thank you for inspiring me.

[@dcn9550]

Cute clock. "Springtime" is one word. 😊

[@lyndawise678]

My daughter loved the library throw and she was stumped on some of the quotes. Your projects were beautiful , I think I liked the butterfly plaque all white better. Don't you just love Spring.? With your exceptional mind the sky's the limit!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! I’m so glad she liked the blanket. Also, glad to know she was stumped on a few of the quotes, too!😀

[@lillye5301]

These all turned out beautiful...Thank u for sharing these beautiful inspirations... Blessings 💜🙏🏽

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much 😊 Blessing to you, Lilly!

[@lillye5301]

@@CanterburyCottage thank you 🤗

[@rbirkheimer59]

Love them all. I love to watch you work. It comes so natural for you. Use to be I wasn't very fond of Mondays but you changed all that. Love ya Sherry. God Bless.

[@novallasuter5265]

Sherry, I adore that lantern. It's just gorgeous.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Novalla!

[@debplum]

The beads on the clock look whimsical. I love the look.

[@lynnegaffney6209]

Adding some fish tank gravel to the bottom of the pear pot will give it weight and keep it from becoming unsteady or top heavy

[@lisastreet8920]

Sherry, I like the beads that say “springtime” since “time” references the clock inserted in the basket. I like a bit of whimsy in each room, and I absolutely love one of a kind, unique decor. Mass produced anything doesn’t do it for me.

[@RP-oj2pi]

I do love that room! I did my office in what they call dark academia two years ago. When i told the painter I would like dark green, he spent forever trying to convince me of a light green instead. I'm glad I didn't change my mind because I love it in dark green. I combined it with tartan fabrics and such. I have very little money to work with, but in the end, I do like the way it turned out and it's one of my favorite styles.

[@margarettallett762]

Love that metal butterfly and William Morris decoupage. They're all lovely as usual Sherry 💕 Have a wonderful week

[@bobbieprairie6173]

You have made it so hard this week to pick a favorite when they all came out gorgeous.

[@rosemaryhelm1350]

The birdcage with butterflies is my favorite 💕

[@margaretdillinger5090]

Love these and can’t make up my mind which was really my favorite. The butterfly birdcage was so beautiful and the weird thing with the peat pots turned out amazing. ❤️

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Margaret! I hope someone can tell me what that weird thing is; it really has me stumped!

[@margaretdillinger5090]

@@CanterburyCottage I had no clue. It was totally different from anything I’ve seen.

[@CanterburyCottage]

@@margaretdillinger5090 Glad I’m not the only one who is clueless!

[@gloriaguzman729]

I love the butterflies with patina Sherry!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Gloria!

[@johannawescott9256]

Love the Wm. Morris box…right up my alley!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Don’t you just love his textile patterns? I would love to have some Wm. Morris curtains, but the fabric is so expensive.

[@d__extraordinary175]

You are the best !😊

[@steviesgirlbrenwag]

Hi Sherry, wonderful work! I have crafted with my mom since I was a child & finally I am going to open my own store. I was wondering if you would do a video, showing what you make that are your best sells? I am doing a lot with wood & my husband does furniture. Thank you 🤗

[@lynnpelletier4321]

The little peat pots are soooooo cute. I too am an enthusiastic fan of Wm Morris and because of this vid, I learned that I could avail myself of his wonderful designs.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Lynn! I really want some Wm. Morris curtains, but the fabric is so pricey!

[@kimberlyholland1972]

Hi sherry I love all of these! When it comes to transfers no matter what paint/stain/wax surface I'm adding them too, I always do a thick base coat to prime to keep smudging, pulling of paint from happening..it helps alot or any primer spray

[@ivankagren2746]

I liked the birdcage with butterflies.

[@kristymh823]

There you go reading my mind again. I’m doing a vintage botanical theme for my spring decorating this year. To do list: gather sticks. Thanks for the help! You’ll always be my favorite! p.s. I agree the butterflies were a little too distressed.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks, Kristy! I am going to try this butterfly project again because I think it can be really cool. I need to use plastic butterflies instead of fabric ones, too.

[@kristymh823]

I love the idea. What if you used a plaster/concrete look finish to make it look like a frieze?

[@sugarjo9]

The butterfly project I think it's beautiful!

[@TheCraftyMagnolia]

Loved the stick lantern but the butterfly mount didn't catch my eye. The clock basket was adorable but I didn't care for the little beads. The butterfly hanger is GORGEOUS!! I think hat one piece was a table decor that had clear vases in each opening. I like the little peat pot basket. OBSESSED with the white birdhouse/butterfly piece!! The cigar box turned out beautifully! Thank you for another great video and amazing inspiration. ❤

[@margaretrose8105]

Everything looks good..prefer butterflies white. Take care.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Margaret! 😊

[@shellydehart8217]

Each piece was adorable. It’s toss up as a favorite. The wall plaque with the pete moss pots n the box. I love boxes n doesn’t matter what size. What you did with that one with paper was so pretty. Sherry you always amaze me with your DIY’s. You must have a zillion ideas dancing around your head. ♥️😊👍🌟

[@christineglick8741]

I don't like decor with words. That being said I thoroughly enjoy your videos.

[@lorrainebutler4920]

I love the Agave basket with the clock.

[@angelaspicer2753]

I love the 3 butterfly sign concept, but I think you are right, needs to go back to white but maybe use something else to bring out the details of the butterflies because the white by itself created a washed out effect. Love all of these projects! The natural lantern is so pretty!

[@lanaritter9410]

I loved the birdhouse/butterfly arrangement but I really liked them all!!!❤

[@vickinoeske1154]

I honestly don't know how you come up with all of these fabulous ideas! I love the little alphabet beads.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! 😊 I’m so glad you like the letter beads, too!

[@rennkay3291]

Loved the clock basket, very delicate...the white butterflies not so much. Put it away and maybe rethink later. I live in the woods and gathered plenty of "materials" for a fairy house. Just used sticks and hot glue...it came out just like a pinterest picture but I need to get a brad nailer, much smarter. The shelf thing is a mystery. Love watching.

[@Vnotto]

Another creative bunch of projects. My favorites are the peat pot basket and the box at the end. I thought the plastered butterflies looked cuter before you put the plaster on, just the painted white butterflies against the black background. You are so creative. I don't know how you come up with so many unique ideas every week

[@tinahodges5350]

You're my favorite!! I'm so thankful for you & your channel. I'm always inspired and excited about new things I can make!! Bless you❤️🙏

[@beckygoulet3667]

Sherry, springtime is one word & I do love them (the beads)! You are so talented!

[@tammyjohnson7401]

Hello Sherry, your crafts of spring make me want the winter to go quickly. Thank you for all your inspiration.

[@CanterburyCottage]

You are so welcome! Thank you for those kind words, Tammy! 😊

[@senyagwynn8121]

I kove when you use the little beads Sherri!!💜 The basket clock was beautiful!! But my favorite us the burs cage that you added the butterflies too!! I always enjoy your fabulous creations!! Tfs💜

[@pollyporter-campbell7493]

Thank you, Sherry. I think my favorite is the box. I love its simplicity.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Polly! I am just loving William Morris textile patterns right now!

[@brenyule]

Aww my friend it was a joy to watch you create. You know I think you need to see the butterfly plaque up close and personal. As a background piece as you staged it with your dark academia look, I think it’s a win. Depending on the way you plan on displaying it, the white was pretty too. Either way it’s a unique and clever idea. Sometimes you just have to play and see where it takes you, right? You’d have a fun time in my craft shack. Creative stashes waiting to blossom into unthinkable treasures. I think the metal flower was my fav. That chunk of wood is gorgeous. And there is not another item in the world like yours. No cookie cutter look which is what I love! Keep em’ coming oh creative one! ✌🏼❤️🙋🏻‍♀️

[@daraphillips1455]

Amazing as usual!

[@lorygriffin3167]

My favorite was the shelf? with the peat pots. Loved the bird transfer peeking out

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Lory! 😊

[@pameladeruvo2189]

I liked the white butterflies on the dark background best of all

[@angiehay1808]

That butterfly rack ! 😍

[@angelicag2042]

Sherry, the clock basket is beautiful and a great idea to freshen up a hanging basket. I thought your peat pot basket was so vintage pretty, something I would see in a French garden. Your projects are all “tres jolie “!

[@Carol-br3bd]

Hi Sherry, love the basket clock and decoupage butterflies but really love the shelf with peat pots.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much, Carol!