8 DIY Christmas Decor Projects Using Inexpensive Thrift Store Finds

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[@HayleysComet3]

Omg, love all your creations! When you asked, “ did I put a bird on every single project?” I said to myself, that’s it Sherry, keep giving them the bird! Lol To the complainant of your love of birds.

[@charleneblake1146]

I also love birds, and I love how you create such lovely decorations with birds. The clock redo is fabulous, as are all of your creations ❤

[@kimnimz3417]

Oh my gosh, I absolutely adore all of your projects. It really opens up my brain when I go thrift in to see items in a totally different light. What fun I’m going to have!

[@CanterburyCottage]

@@kimnimz3417 Oh, I love that you say my videos help you to see possibilities at the thrift store. That is the absolute best compliment!😊

[@annenickmom]

As with most of your projects, we probably don't have the exact same materials you are using but I hope that those watching use your inspired ideas for creating beautiful things out of their own stash. Knowing that you sometimes "build as you go," is an encouragement as well. Thanks again Sherry!

[@CanterburyCottage]

This is a good point that I hope viewers understand! Using the things that you have is what makes a project unique and special!

[@charlotted6247]

I'm so glad I'm not the only one. In the past I would overthink every project and wasted too much time. Sometimes, I end up changing color several times but I'm learning to roll with it now and it's ok to change things.

[@katherineharper-sj4ys]

Sherry, I loved the horse. I also loved the clock and the railroad lantern. Your videos are so much fun to watch and I always get jazzed up to upcycle something. Thanks for sharing.

[@dorothyybarra5860]

What a good idea to use pictures from a Christmas book!

[@carolynratliff1380]

I Love your walls….I have the same fabric on my two chairs and on my kitchen cabinets….red makes me soooo happy

[@gizmo7877]

You never disappoint, everything was so innovative and darling. I especially loved the clock, that was awesome. You never just throw anything together, you invent, you create, you enhance with that genius imagination and natural flair you’ve been blessed with. Beautiful work!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! What a lovely comment! 🥰 I do try really hard to make videos that I would want to watch.

[@jflclc]

I bought the horse! Can't wait to get it and set it out amongst my other beloved Christmas decorations!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you! I really appreciate your support. I hope you will love it!

[@brenyule]

I do believe the horse did not have a bird! 😅

[@andrewmichels7804]

I always thought of myself as crafty…but Sherry you are over the top, brilliant and crafty…would ❤ to see your “stash” someday😂

[@sharonhughes588]

One of the things I enjoy about you is your imaginative use of tiny birds! You cannot go wrong with them.....I love them! I will agree about the clock though......you hit the top of the ladder on this one! I love it!!!! I love all you did.....and I so appreciate your sharing with us!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! We definitely think alike-adding a bird is always a good idea!!😜

[@ChrisBury20]

What a funny coincidence, I have been staring at the exact lamp base for a week trying to figure out what to do with it, and my clock very similar to yours recently quit. Thank you for the ideas! Love your work!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, I love when that happens! 🥰

[@debbiemonce6286]

I have to say.... you completely outdid yourself with all of these projects!!!!

[@kathyallen6238]

I was going to start a comment early in the video about how much I liked the project. THEN, the next project was even better, and the one after that even better-er! I enjoyed every one! I recently completed 4 5x7" 1' deep black shadow frames (.50 ea at a yard sale). Used 1 piece of spruce tree scrapbook paper for all 4 backgrounds. Made trees from maple twigs from the yard, added a flat white Dollar Tree Christmas tree ornament, glitter, styrofoam snow pellets, and Buffalo Snow. THEN I glued in 2 cardinals; my SO's family firmly believe that seeing a cardinal is Ma, who died a year ago, looking over them. They will love them! Your influence is rubbing off on me! Thank you!

[@vickinoeske1154]

I think the snowman using the remaining parts of a kerosene lantern is my favorite. So very clever and cute.❤😊⛄️❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Vicki! 😊

[@mrs.z1172]

Sherry , with or without birds , we’re here for inspiration !!!! every project is just beautiful, please do a mega video combining your beautiful ideas ❤❤❤❤

[@midgethorn4083]

Love the jewelry box. The detail of the fringe to the snowman’s scarf was such a nice touch!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Midget! 😊

[@ljones98391]

I always especially like anything you do with bird nests, bird houses, and fancy paper napkins.

[@CanterburyCottage]

We like the same things then!😊

[@martivasiliades8407]

Love the kerosene lantern snowman! The birdhouse was a good fix on the clock top !

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Marti!

[@Katie23652]

I just couldn’t love this video more! You are a thrift flip genius! I never would have thought you could top your previous Christmas creations, but I believe you just did. Happy Holidays!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much!! You are so sweet!

[@jonellebrown8171]

All of your projects were equally beautiful. Love your work

[@fancynancy2870]

Love the jewelry box and lantern makeover! Truly one of a kind

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much, Nancy!

[@kabodick]

Those are my favorites too.

[@robinwebb2160]

The extent of your creativity continues to amaze me. Beautiful projects!

[@sheriebumgarner7065]

Mary, I think you are the most creative "crafter" on You Tube! Love the birds in all your projects. Please keep using them. I can't say which project was my favorite. I loved them all!

[@erinconner-desilvey927]

For the clock...use silicon 2 part mold to cast a mold of the remaining pediment. I have done this several times when a piece of trim is missing. I usually use poly clay to cast the missing pieces. Good luck!

[@amandaspence1971]

That clock upgrade is brilliant, literally and figuratively! Such great work. Thanks so much! ❤

[@jeanmeierbachtol6154]

I couldn’t decide what I liked best of these projects but I do love your use of the fairy lights they just bring the items to life

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Jean! 😊

[@maryfrankey3102]

Hi Sherry, Love the jewelry box reinvented. You are so good at making dioramas and I love looking and learning how you make everything fresh and beautiful

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Mary!

[@traceygleghorn3163]

Sherrie, you are so clever. Watching from the UK. Love the horse and red lantern, your outfit is lovely in this vlog. The drawer organiser is stunning I did the same with sheet music in each cubihole and display it all year. Thank you for your inspiration. Have a good week.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Tracey! You are so kind! I love using sheet music, too!

[@GrammieT]

Loved the boots! I always have cardinals and doves for Christmas. You're so talented. Thanks for sharing.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! I just learned that cardinals are found only in North America which surprised me.

[@margaretdillinger5090]

As always you took everything to a higher degree of fabulous. The jewelry box and the drawer organizer are truly works of art as is the clock plus all of your trash to treasure. 😊❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Margaret! I sometimes get mean comments when I cut up a book, so I wanted to make sure I used as much of it as possible! 😜

[@margaretdillinger5090]

@@CanterburyCottage don’t let it bother you. I love love books but when a book has seen it’s better days when not use it in another way. I covered an old thrifted skirt with book pages, took the hard cover for wings, covered with book page cones to shape them, even made a big flower 🌸 out of the pages to make a headpiece = book fairy.😂🤣. I have an old book, I keep forgetting I have, to be used as decoupaging the pictures. Lol, I keep forgetting about it. I think some people get to uptight. I know you would never disrespect a valuable book so hey, have fun. Your creative mind is a gift from God to be shared.

[@yzolakitchi]

Ooh, the lantern at the end is stunning, and the mouse in the bootie was too cute with its little tartan scarf. You've definitely put me even more in the festive mood with these projects. The storybook jewellery box is adorable. My tree and decorations go up this Friday. Can't wait 🤩

[@CanterburyCottage]

Hello, Yzola! I’m so glad you liked these projects. I’ve been trying to decorate my tree today, but I’ve had so many interruptions. The tree is up and the lights are working, but it doesn’t have any ornaments yet.

[@debbieschultz9768]

The clock was amazing. All of your crafts are so unique. Thank you for sharing your amazing talents. ♥️♥️🎄🎄

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! You are so sweet, Debbie! 😊

[@bethsims665]

You are so welcome. I love all of your brilliant creations❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦

[@joyelsey1366]

Oh my goodness, you are so incredibly creative. I enjoyed every thrift find reinvented. Thank you so much for sharing🎄

[@CanterburyCottage]

You are so welcome! You are so kind!

[@gloriaguzman729]

It doesn't matter,if every arrangement have a bird,Sherry they look beautiful!!! By the way,the little shoes are adorable!!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Gloria! 😊

[@karenveasey9409]

Wow, I am amazed at Sherry's creativity. I was disappointed the Train Lantern had already sold! Happy Holidays from N. Georgia!

[@greatestever6738]

Sherry, thank you so much. I know what I am going to do with the wooden draw organizer I found at my husband's grandparents house. I can't wait to go to the Goodwill bins to look for a child's Christmas book. I think my granddaughter will love it! You're the best!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, I am so glad that I could share this idea with you! Wish I lived closer to a Goodwill Bins!

[@tamiz8895]

The snowman is my favorite ⛄️ but that clock scene is so adorable

[@elizabethwright4623]

The jewelry box is absolutely adorable!

[@carolkokx9638]

Beautiful Creations as always

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much 😊

[@tinawynn9417]

I think my favorite was the snowman...it was absolutely so cute

[@MarilynDean-i5b]

You have a God given talent. What a jewelry box transformation.

[@stephaniecorella8667]

I love the oil lamp snowman. The hat with the bird was super cute!

[@debbiedoodah3188]

Sherry, you've knocked it out of the park again! And again, I was too late to shop for my favorites...! I especially love the woodland-themed projects including your lovely birds! I get so excited when I see you post a new video! You are so creative and you explain every step; can't wait to see what you create next! 🥰

[@brendabryant6347]

Oh my goodness. I love the clock. All of these are creative and beautiful, but the clock is my favorite.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much!

[@sallyh7282]

Thank you for these lovely unique Christmas projects. You are amazing.

[@crystalgann1284]

Sherry you have outdone yourself ! Love all your projects 🎄

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Crystal! 😊

[@liddybird3608]

I like every one of these projects, but my favorite is the snow filled lantern snowman with the bird on his hat. Just charming. I also love the solution you came up with to replace the missing final on the clock.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Liddybird!😊

[@PellyjellyMom]

I love Cardinals, I keep mine out all year. That remade oil lamp is one of the cutest things I ever saw. Thanks so much for the inspiration. Time for a Goodwill run!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Linda! I just learned something new about cardinals-they are only found in North and South America. I just assumed there were cardinals in Europe and Asia, too!

[@lilblonde111]

You never disappoint, and if I have to pick a favorite it would be the clock. I love that you include birds and bows!!

[@theresalibert]

Absolutely love what you did with the mouse and the shoes. Adorable

[@TheThrillofTheThrift]

WOW Sherry you outdid yourself with these! I really can't pick a favorite. I loved them all!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you so much!

[@lindasmith5190]

You are the most creative person on KZbin! Beautiful!

[@gailbrown8710]

These all turned out beautiful!💖

[@gaylabadillo5015]

Once again, I love everything. Just like I have since the third episode. That is when I found you. My favorite today was the horse. It really spoke to me. Have a wonderful Holiday Sherry and to all of my fellow crafters in the chat.

[@carlamhaight]

Thanks for sharing, Sherry. I love the drawer divider and the clock diorama. So creative and beautiful.❤

[@PCHPatti]

I love the way you think! How to solve the missing or broken pieces...I will never look at a hurricane lamp the same way again!

[@TheCraftyMagnolia]

That lantern is everything! ❤

[@eiffelwomanretiredandfabul5982]

All were perfect the clock, organizer and the jewelry box were my favorite not surprised you used dollar tree items you are creative with thrifted items

[@janhaley1212]

They are all wonderful! Love the bird and bows!

[@elenadistel9461]

You are truly a joy to watch create, thank you for the joy you give my soul and I'm not the only one!

[@barbaraness4507]

Seeing the clock on the beginning of your video is what caught my eye for sure!

[@johnmelissaziech6207]

I so enjoy seeing how you envision possibilities in things.

[@wandablaylock3352]

Great job with recycling! Love them all!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much, Wanda! 😊

[@donnab8010]

I love the oil lamp snowman!!!

[@phylliswilliams7177]

All turned out beautiful...I love them ALL!!

[@megpetersen2443]

All of your projects turned out beautifully!! 💝 You have a gift of thinking outside the box. 😊

[@patriciareeps3389]

I love what you did with the jewelry box. So imaginative

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Patricia! 😊

[@maillemacanaugh1841]

You’re a crafting genius.

[@christinewilliams7005]

You are so creative! I love the snowman out of the hurricane lamp and I think you’re right - the woodland scene in the clock is spectacular! I love it. 🤗 EVERYTHING was so cute and creative - good job!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Christine!

[@92ives]

Your imagination and vision are incredible! I love all the projects today. I think we would all like to see your “stash”. Where do you keep all your supplies?

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! I keep saying that I will show my basement storage room one day, but it is messy. Maybe, in 2024!

[@nancysnell7428]

Such beautiful projects. I really like the lantern, really beautiful.

[@sylvianblue]

The lantern is my favourite 👏

[@christinahasapis746]

I just LOVE that horse. Although they are all adorable!

[@119pwarren]

I loved that jewelry box ! I love them all.

[@gaylaalbrecht7126]

As always, I love all of these projects! My favorite is the railroad lamp because my son, who passed five years ago, was a railroad enthusiast. He had collected several of these kind of lamps. I am going to try my hand at decorating one using the inspiration that I got from you.

[@charlenegoskowicz8220]

Love them all, especially the oil lamp snow man!

[@thesun-N-moon8885]

Your clock projects always amaze me! This one is stunning. Well all your projects are awesome…..

[@pdmullgirl]

Hi Sherry! I love these! The click and the jewelry box are my favorites. But I also love the snowman hurricane lamp and the little shoes too. Just great flips! Okay, see ya next time! ❤️💜💚

[@pamkendrick1855]

I loved everything, especially the clock! But definitely love all the birds😊😊

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much 😊

[@BusyMom57-db9lr]

I always love what you create. So unique & creative. Your vision of what could be never ceases to amaze me!!

[@theheritagehousesc]

I don't know which one is my favorite! They were all amazingly cute! You are so talented and creative!

[@TheDutchDutchess373]

Hi Sherry! ❤ I love what you did with the clock..Absolutely gorgeous! ♡ Everything looks super cute! TFS♡

[@gailrhodes2859]

Loved the lantern!!!

[@lanet9442]

We all know you love clocks and birds….my favorite project today was the jewelry box.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! I was pretty pleased with the jewelry box. I ended up doing something completely different with it than what I had originally envisioned.

[@JanPetersen-lm4th]

Hello Sherry ! I watch your videos and then make a "grocery list" for all my favorite projects & materials to look for at my thrift stores. It's a long list this week. You are the highlight of my Monday's and sometimes my week. I think this is my favorite Christmas video so far!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Jan! What a sweet sweet comment! I went thrifting today, too. My favorite thing to buy this time of the year is gallon size ziploc bags full of small trinkets and tree ornaments! I find the best vintage ornaments this way!

[@carolermeti6312]

Looks like you finished this perfectly, I love the little birdhouse …great job!,, you never cease to amaze me…😊

[@JeannieMitchellMyers]

Loved them all, my fav, the Lantern!

[@mswhizz56]

For the missing pediment, use air dry clay to make a mold of the existing pediment and then use the mold to make a new pediment with Amazing Casting resin. The resin can be painted to match the rest of the clock.

[@alisonj1384]

What a great idea for the clock pediment! Your videos are inspiring and always so creative!

[@lisawarner1556]

You are so creative and your recycled projects are amazing! I could watch you craft all day! ❤

[@carolriegel1325]

So creative the clock is dandy

[@lindak7499]

Thank you for some more fun Christmas ideas. The clock looked to me like it could be used for the full winter season, not just Christmas time. I really like your style for repurposing items.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Linda! Yes, I did try to avoid adding Christmas specific items to the clock, so it could be left out longer.

[@carolmcmanus-ox4vk]

Super cute love the snow man.

[@mikki3961]

Inspiration with tutorials included! Love your creativity Sherry.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Mikki!

[@christinecarl8765]

As always, I love your video. Everything turned out beautiful. Every time I see you redo a clock I want to find one to redo myself, I haven't yet but I will. Have a great day.

[@tammydixon7910]

What a stunning and unique snowman! ⛄️You are so creative.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much!

[@gailrhodes2859]

Love the clock!!!!!!!

[@joycemcnealy140]

They're all lovely creations.

[@Elizabeth-arb22]

I am so inspired by your video today! Your videos energize me and make me feel so happy! I love all your projects. I particularly appreciate your drawer organizer project, as I have an antique wooden drawer organizer that was my grandmothers. She passed away when I was very young. I've been holding on to her drawer organizer, waiting for just the right project for it, and I'm going to make one similar to yours. It's not a valuable item, but it's special, as she was a lovely, gentle soul, and also a really good cook. Thank you , Sherrie! 💗 💗 💗

[@kathleenflanagan9141]

The lantern is my favorite

[@sandyk1153]

Just watched your latest video in which you requested a "cute" count. My total count was 25. I think your ability to see possibilities is amazing. Enjoy your videos. You are very talented.

[@gailrhodes2859]

I think the snow man could have also been an angel

[@kathleensgarden4894]

What a beautiful and inspiring video! Even tho my style is a little different, I draw so much inspiration from you! Thank you so much!

[@ginacrusco234]

When in doubt, add a bird! I love the shadowbox drawer organizer best of all.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Is it ever a bad idea to add a bird?! 😊