50 Unexpected Ways to Repurpose Your Old Stuff into Home Decor: Ultimate Trash to Treasure Upcycles

Looking for creative ways to repurpose common household items? Look no further! In this video, I've compiled 50 brilliant upcycling projects that you can easily recreate using items you already have at home. From transforming old jars into stylish organizers to turning an old shirt into wall decor and repurposing a jewelry box to create a terrarium, there's something for everyone in this jam-packed 50 minutes of DIY inspiration. So grab your glue gun and get ready to give new life to old items around your house with these fun and easy upcycling ideas! If you enjoy today’s video, don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more creative DIY content!
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[@ReversedImages1165]

I had an old mailbox and put a flower arrangement in it and it wasnt long before a momma bird had 6 babies in her prebuilt home. They were so sweet then they learned to fly away. I miss the little guys but it was nice watching momma take care of them.

[@maryellenyork2819]

It is rare that I will watch such a long video, but your ideas are worth the time.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Mary! I hope you get some good ideas along the way!

[@valeriemacrae8441]

Oh yes indeed

[@chalmadanes405]

Making vintage decor out of goof off can? YOU’RE A MANIAC. I love it!!!!

[@debjones9312]

Could watch 50 minutes of your creativity every week! Your ideas are always really good!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Wow, thank you! You are so sweet, Deb!

[@lgcushman9154]

I read that "cheap" refers to quality, while "inexpensive" refers to cost. NONE of your projects are cheap! LOVE this video!! GREAT ideas!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Great point! I’m so glad you enjoyed today’s video!

[@sheldaschimmel4970]

Very the vido

[@marcellabrisboy7915]

At least she reuses and recycles things, which is why I love her channel. Things can be done in a budget or inexpensive and cheap. May not be someone else's budget, but the whole concept is to get ideas that we can use of our own projects or recreate for our own taste. Ones who use crickets are expensive and even though I don't own one I still watch the videos for ideas for home projects.

[@bridfeeney7428]

Loved the longer video.thanks. of couse the fighting Irish is the favorite

[@juanitamedrano9939]

@@sheldaschimmel4970 .

[@donnamcl6134]

Oh my Sherry you have the most creative mind of any crafter I watch on KZbin! Thank you so much for sharing your ideas with all of us and the great instruction so we can recreate the projects! ALL OF THEM ARE MY FAVORITE!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Donna! I’m so glad you enjoyed this longer video!

[@SD-nh5yr]

Amen ❤❤❤

[@lumontoya9439]

Sherry, I loved this video! I realize it was longer than your usual ones but I was so interested in each project that it was over before I knew it! You have such innovative ideas - I took notes on several. It’s so hard to pick a favorite. I’m hoping to try the teapot sewing kit, globe light cover on candle stand to use like a cloche, scale out of alarm clock and stove burner cover to name just a few! I really feel like I can do it! May God bless you with good health and uncountable ideas to teach us for home decor! Take good care.

[@lisa1340]

52 minutes of your creativity!! I am so excited to grab an iced tea and watch your magic!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Lisa! Hope you enjoyed it!

[@elel9612]

Mondays can be a stressful start to a long week, but know i can reward myself with a visit from Sherry that evening! I honestly remind myself several times throughout the day. I not only love the projects, but I think Sherry is a wonderful, talented woman. And the longer the video, the better!

[@donnaallen5295]

You're a pure source of inspiration. I have to watch every week to see your ideas. Watching longer videos of your creations? Count me in.😊

[@jacquenewton9279]

Sherry, I love all of your videos but this one was, by far, my favorite! Please do more like this! My favorite was the Christmas scene inside the mailbox! Love and Blessings❣️

[@PaulaJDW]

Mine too!!!

[@Heyheyrayeraye]

A 50 minute Sherri video?? Yes please! ❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you! 😊

[@Heyheyrayeraye]

@@CanterburyCottage you have the BEST ideas! I see at LEAST one thing I want to try in every video.

[@mikki3961]

Settled in with my cat and tea for 50 projects...wowza!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Yay! Hope you enjoyed it!

[@jakhan4203]

In creative heaven watching this compilation...sad when it ended lol. You are simply the most creative and 'tasteful' creator!!! ❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Wow, thank you! You are so sweet! 😊

[@laurajeansimons5212]

Bonus !!! A long video was the perfect thing on this Monday afternoon.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Hope you enjoyed it, Laura Jean! It took SO MUCH editing to get it down to about 50 minutes long.😜

[@pamahlvers4790]

I really like the miniature frame pin cushion. So very cute!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! 😊 I use that pin cushion in my craft room (and I do leave it sitting out all of the time).

[@ChristineDuval-cy5ck]

Love them all. I liked the cigar box shelf, the cutting board with half bowl.

[@susanbaker6564]

👍❤️💪 you never cease to amaze me with your ability to create the cutest somethings from pretty much nothing!

[@pennyhays4547]

I will refer to this video often for inspiration. You could make a three hour video and I would love it. I look forward to Monday evenings with you.

[@brendawagner6590]

WOW! I'm in awe of your creativity Sherry! I will never look at a can of Goof Off the same again! I never would have thought of most of these 50 ideas but I am saving this video to review for each time I'm thinking of donating or throwing something out. My mind is blown.

[@dianeburnett894]

You, my dear friend, are an absolute genius! And a blessing to all of us truly frugal thrifters. I must say, though, sweet Sherry, you make me very nervous around power tools!❤😅❤

[@merryaijlman7833]

Yours are the only videos I watch from start to finish. I tend to creep forward with my finger because I get impatient. I loved all your creative projects and as I have stated before I can't wait for Mondays to see what you have come up with. I also appreciate the amount of time it takes each week for you to create your videos. You are so very much appreciated Sherry. I think you are in your element. ❤❤😊😊

[@Violet316]

There were so many good ones, but I loved what you did with the glass jewelry box terrarium #49.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Violet! 😊

[@caroljester7970]

I could not pick a favorite. Lived them all. I usually don't watch any video over 25 or so minutes, but always, always watch yours, no matter the subject. Your ability to see beauty in junk is inspiring. Thank you.

[@wandabooth3934]

Can't choose a favorite! That brain of yours is something else!! ❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Wanda! 😊

[@djreg4]

Oh Sherry, you must have been exhausted after putting all of this together in just one week! I am amazed!

[@user-ms8qk3uf6y]

THE SEASHELLS.......just gorgeous!!

[@joycegilkey3677]

The up cycled jewelry box is still my favorite!!

[@shannonlynch4598]

The second jewelry box terrarium was so pretty. I don't think I've seen that one before. Gorgeous

[@lavaynepepper5454]

Just…wow! Your projects are amazing! Thank you for sharing your talent/vision with us!

[@juliacockroft8745]

I really enjoyed this longer video as a refreshing change. My favorite projects were the magazine/cutting board holder and the bird bath from the round serving tray. 💝

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed the longer video.

[@janmcguire5268]

I love how you transformed to tote with a logo! I thrift totes like that all the time. Now I know how to make them look great!!!

[@sylviajones4907]

That pot lid with added handle & made into a clock was really impressive. The large "art works" from wrapping paper looked elegant.

[@annettemurielle]

So many pieces inspired me! Thank you so much for sharing all this with us. Apart from the actual makeovers the editing must have take so much of your time and energy. Thank you, Sherry!

[@normtessier6374]

LOVED LOVED LOVED ALL 50 UPCYCLE IDEAS…sue from florida

[@g.mitchell8915]

My favorite is the terrarium towards the end. You see those old jewelry boxes often in the thrift stores, and they are perfect to make into your terrarium.

[@sandicantz2003]

Sherry, so sorry about the storm hit you took after that beautiful patio garden makeover. AND, you still managed to put out a 50-minute Monday video. You go, girl!

[@diandreawilliams1799]

I sat down to watch your weekly video. I realized this video had fifty projects. I hit pause, got a cup of coffee and settled in.😂 I could watch you for hours. I literally did after your first video came on my KZbin. I have said it before and I will say it again, " You never disappoint and I can't pick a favorite. " lol

[@sherriwalker8019]

Tick...tick...BOOM!! Out of the ballpark!! Genius ideas!! I love watching your videos. You're awesome!! My favorite was the magazine rack makeovers. ❤❤

[@jojow8416]

I loved every project and am in awe of your imagination. when you start a project, I pause the video and think of what I would do with the items that you are working with then I watch you transform them into objects of desire that are amazing. The Lord richly blessed you with a mind full of treasures. Thank you for sharing them with us.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Jo Jo! I love that you pause the video. How often do I do what you would do?

[@jojow8416]

@@CanterburyCottage Oh my goodness, your imagination is way out of my league and I am honored that you thought you and I might have the same idea of giving an old item a new purpose. NOPE, I never get it right and am so delighted to see all the steps that you so generously share to create objects of interest. Today I went to the Salvation Army and saw so many things that you would immediately see possibilities for. Sadly, I stood, stared and tried to remember some of your projects. So I am home doing my homework by watching your videos again. Oh the possibilities are endless.

[@sallywest5634]

Loved all of them Sherry, but as a retired librarian, the book related ones really caught my eye.

[@janmcguire5268]

What a great use for an old drink dispenser!

[@bobbieholtzclaw5146]

I would watch you for an entire day. So that answers you length of video question. I love all you do. I wish I had your creative brain.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Wow, thank you! Hope you enjoyed all 50 projects!

[@heatherwarner489]

Sherrie I am surprise you have any more room in your house to display any more of your DIY's. You still are the best repurposer on KZbin. Cheers to you.🎉

[@sandilargent4585]

SO MANY FAVORITES, DIFFICULT TO PICK JUST ONE. THE VIDEO DIDN'T SEEM LONG BECAUSE IT MOVED ALONG VERY QUICKLY AND THERE WERE SO MANY GREAT IDEAS.

[@angiemontgomery3907]

You had me at those unique shelves starting off! L❤VED this video--so much here…will definitely be rewatching bc my memory is lousy 😊

[@bonnieirwin1621]

Ha Ha!!! It's just not me with a bad memory!!! She is great though 😊

[@JacquelineGarcia-ds4vz]

I typically prefer shorter videos, but your creative, outside-the-box ideas are worth the watch! I liked the embellished seashells, best.

[@terriallen2537]

Hello Sherry!!! LOVE the longer videos. I'm unable to pick a fave since they're all beautiful. I've seen these projects before but you have so many great ones it's nice to have a reminder. Thanks for sharing your creativity and inspiration. Give Edgar a hug for me. Would like to see him more often, I'm a big animal lover😊 Take care and, as always, I'm already looking forward to your next video.

[@janmcguire5268]

I collect those glass cat votive holders. I would never have thought to put plants in it! How clever!

[@brendahorton4907]

I enjoyed all 50 of your awesome ideas……let’s do it again!

[@margarettallett762]

As always, your creativity and ability to see 🎉potential in all kinds of things is second to none and appreciated ❤❤❤

[@maryhollenbach4966]

You are amazing! I’m going to watch this one twice.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, yay! Thank you, Mary!

[@jennyhanks6740]

I loved this longer video, Sherry! You are so amazing and have SO many good, creative ideas for repurposing things into wonderful decorative and/or useful items for the home. I can't really pick a favorite, every one was so unique and fun! 💖💖💖💖💖

[@conniemorgan8402]

Love the cake pan makeover ❤️❤️actually, I loved All of the makeovers..

[@JesusSaves3409]

I love that you save everything and use it to make other projects.

[@nialove20]

I enjoyed the video and got some good ideas. The length of a video never matters to me because I can always finish it when I get more time. Thanks!!

[@melaniemorris7757]

Love, love your creativity! So . Many. Wonderful. Ideas! Going to start digging through my stash!

[@patskelton4202]

50 crafts! Who can choose? But I loved so many that I saved the video! That way I can go back and look the ones I want to try!♥️

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, I’m so glad you enjoyed the video! 😊

[@sherylcarter6242]

I'm so glad you and your family are safe! You will use this for a Part 2. We were in take cover down here in Georgia.

[@user-fd9os5wk8e]

Loved the mail box with flowers! Thanks so much for your creative ideas ❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

You are so welcome! Thank you!

[@simone-d1123]

It's so much fun watching your creativity. You are amazing!

[@coriadams2195]

I appreciate you so much. I am on disability; so every penny counts. I’m at home and desperately want everything to be nice. I really think you have a gift from God.

[@hannieshumaker1185]

You have the absolute best creative mind! I love all your projects and decorations. I also did not mind the longer video!

[@kathyallen6238]

I rhink the now green jewelry box turned terrarium was my favorite!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Kathy! 😊

[@lovingmayberry307]

A cup of tea and thee. 💞

[@cc-cd1yh]

Awesome!!! Too many favorites to list!

[@lanet9442]

All I can say is AMAZING!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you!

[@thread.needle.scissorsstcl9537]

I love the idea of tote bags made out of the worn quilts. So unique.

[@katherinepereira9088]

Good morning, Sherry. I loved this - 50 stunning projects. Pick one favorite? Surely, you jest. Here are my 6 favorites (I managed to whittle it down to 6): decoupaged tins, lampshade plant holder, gift tissue box, teapot sewing kit, mailbox and bird bath. You are incredible!

[@fullmoonmaiden777]

They're ALL my favorite, especially the metal and wood projects 👍 👍

[@serenakoleno9338]

Love the longer video! Must have been a labor of love for you. My favorite was the teapot sewing kit. My grandmother was a seamstress and I am currently reading The Seamstress of Sardinia. A mother's day gift to myself was 5 bags of books from the library booksale! 😊 I enjoy all the book themed projects. I also enjoy tin/metal ones. I watch the other crafters who use more plastic, but prefer natural materialls. TFS. I hope everyone is enjoying their spring! 82 degrees yesterday, 54 today 😂

[@MalcolmAndrews1965]

My favorites were the knife block book stand, and the cutting board wall displays. Great ideas!

[@margaretportera3553]

I enjoy the longer videos, if I can’t watch it all in one sitting I come back to it later 🥰

[@cherylweso]

That drink decanter! Oh yes! Plastic skeletons or pumpkins this fall with orange and purple lights! OHHHHHH YESSSSS!

[@user-qw8ll3fr1y]

Sherry, I so look forward to your videos every Tuesday morning. I can hardly wait to see what you come up with next and then see if I have any similar items laying around that can be used to duplicate some of your projects. I am constantly amazed at your creativity and ability to take a piece of something and turn it into a beautiful work of decorative art. There are times that I will sit and watch two or three of your videos in a row even if I've seen them before, so the longer the video, the better in my opinion. Thank you so much for giving us such wonderful inspiration and easy to understand instructions on how to repurpose the ordinary into the extraordinary.

[@debbiez3984]

@Canterbury Cottage. Sherry! I’m so glad I stayed until the very end. That book stand gave me the very thing I needed to make the Bible display stand for my 148 year old Rev, John Brown Bible from an ancestor in England. I had no idea how I was going to display it until today. I’m so thankful for all your wonderful ideas!

[@CanterburyCottage]

I am so glad that I could share this idea with you. That is amazing that you have such an old family Bible! I’m sure it’s beautiful!

[@robinsabo6932]

As usual, Sherry, everything you make is very clever and unique. I love the radiator cover, and the Bundt pan clock…and everything else! It’s so cool that you repurpose all your thrifted goodies!

[@jodihepler6202]

I like the cigar box shelf, the book box hidden storage, and the tin containers.

[@deborahdavey1743]

You are phenomenal. I don’t think I’ve ever watched such a variation of recycling items. There are too many I like to mention any particular one. Extraordinary! Thank you so much for sharing your talent.

[@beeline22]

Good afternoon, Sherry! Can't wait to see your creative upcycles!Hope you had a wonderful Mother's day. ❤️, Bobbie. xoxo

[@CanterburyCottage]

Good afternoon, Bobbie! I had a lovely Mother’s Day. My boys are so thoughtful, and the weather was lovely! Hope you had a nice day, too!

[@annclark2075]

I loved all of your creations in this video. You are a woman after my own heart. My grown kids sometimes call me a borderline hoarder. I often find things I have no idea what I will do with. My idea is they will eventually let me know what they want to become. Love reused things. Thanks for giving some of your ideas.

[@marlenewaldbauer4077]

I absolutely love all 50 items you did. I was glued to my iPad.

[@kguilliam4456]

Loving what you did with the wooden piece.

[@lisadawson2652]

Number 44 & 50 were my favorite ❤️ they all are amazing projects I will always love anything you come up with 👍🏾

[@cherylpatrick1386]

Love the bathroom jars, the green tins, the matches, you could use a vintage broche on that pin cushion. I LOVE the bread pan planter❣The bunny mailbox is adorable. The wooden vegetable bin is to cute.

[@sharicole4255]

Yes! Keep the compilation videos coming. Nice recap of favorites, old and new.

[@dixiegal9460]

I've watched so many "repurposing idea" videos. The end products usually being so silly and cheap. As I turned this video on I said, "OK, I'll watch the first 5 ideas and if they're cheap or tacky, you're out!!" I can't believe I was glued to this video for 52 minutes!! You're ideas are fantastic!

[@lu.czuczi]

Awesome, stunning, beautiful, charming... what else could I say? True vintage for free. You are creative in right way 🙂👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 Me and my old stuff thank you so much for your great and lovely ideas 😃😃😃

[@laurawilliams7122]

Loved the bookstand at the end. Very creative! 🙂

[@carolynasfour5644]

Usually when a video talks about upcycling, they just show you one idea, that they slightly vary from each craft, it's just the same item but different color or material, but they title the video "25 new ideas for upcycling" But, what you have done, is give actual, useful, clever, fun, and usable ideas! So refreshing, so excited to be a new subscriber, I look forward to all your videos. Thanks and have a fantastic day!

[@Southeastgeorgiapeach]

Great projects as always! Loved the transforming of the Christmas tins. Have lots of them. Like the cigar box shelf too. Got great ideas using things I already have here at home. Great job!

[@shelly1224]

Best 50 minutes of my day! I loved this video. Your ideas and projects are always so original, and you explain them so well that we can also repeat them.

[@carriepieszak3239]

Oh my goodness with the pin cushion!!! All the ideas were so cute too!

[@sharicole4255]

The candleabra branch and colored candles are genius 😊

[@luciollelsa]

I love the book storage idea, hollow books are my favorite hiding spots, I just have to remember where I hid my treasure.

[@joanmorris3617]

Some of the best ideas Not the same old stuff. Keep them coming

[@maryannbeatty8473]

I loved the mailboxes and the Jello mold. You are so amazing!

[@suedaloisio9463]

I love these long videos with plenty of great ideas.

[@shannonlynch4598]

Absolutely GENIUS. 50 minutes? Im in all day. Im ibsessed with the very small picture frame you made unto a pun cushion. The frame itself. Im a couple days late bc u was suppose to have surgery yesterday but woke up very sick due to a medication error by another careless doctor. Not my surgeon. Be careful people some doctors are getting careless. Its scary. Im better now and my surgery is rescheduled

[@bonnie6231]

You have THE BEST ideas for repurposing crafts❣️❣️❣️ I’m definitely saving this video because I am determined to try some of your ideas. Thank you sooo much for sharing these❣️❤️❤️❤️

[@jaxxon9]

Shari, I think this video was perfect in duration. I get antsy watching 2-3 hour videos. My favorite was the old vent grill in the frame, it they were all lovely!