Thrift Store Makeover Madness: 10 Upcycling Home Decor DIY Projects

In this video, I purchased 10 items at the thrift store, each costing less than $5, and transformed them into unique and stylish home decor. Many of the items I upcycle can be found at almost any thrift store: outdated wall decor, candlesticks, a large bowl, an electric wall sconce, small wood decor, and more. I’ll be using a variety of techniques to transform these items into one of a kind home decor.
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[@jillmason9129]

Love all of these makeovers. But the lamp out of the spine of a book is so original! You never cease to amaze me!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Jill!

[@valeriebigley8759]

Yes! That book lamp is simply genius ❤

[@freedomofreligion3248]

Cannot WAIT to see it!!

[@lovingmayberry307]

The mushrooms made out of acorn tops is brilliant...and adorable!!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you! 😊

[@barbarahay6611]

I agree! "birds and greenery look good anytime of the year" 😉

[@cherylmarrantclmfarm8264]

Definitely the blue and white napkin on the frames ❤

[@Blessedgirl1955]

Well Sherry every time you upload a video and I watch a few projects I tell my husband for like the millionith time, this woman is a genius and I just don't know anybody that looks at an object and thinks outside of the box the way you do! That book lamp was a genius idea and turned out so cute! I could not love your channel more and I am so happy and it is so well deserved that your channel has grown by leaps and bounds in the last year, congratulations!

[@bari2883]

She gets inspo from Pinterest. I’ve seen many of her project ideas on those platforms. Love her work though.

[@deeneedler327]

Oh how I wish I could read your mind, I would be in seventh heaven. Love the blue plaques!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Dee!

[@shannonlynch4598]

Sherry, you know I'm one of your biggest fans and supporters and I can't tell you which one I like the best. I like them all but what I love the most is your genius creative mind. It just seems like it's so easy for you and I admire you for that. You see things really different. Oh, and your love of birds equals mine

[@CanterburyCottage]

Wow, thank you so much, Shannon! I was out thrifting today and picked up two ceramic birds ($1.49 each). One can never have enough birds!😜

[@shannonlynch4598]

@@CanterburyCottage when my mom/gma passed in June, I didn't want the typical urn so I got a jeweled blue bird urn, her ashes are in his belly. It's tiny

[@kellycarter2497]

Why don't people realize that you can get the coolest things at thrift stores? Sometimes it only take a minimal amount of paint etc to transform an item into something spectacular. Sherry, you never disappoint! The lamp in the book is my favorite project.

[@brenyule]

Girlfriend, it’s easy to see why you and your channel has gained such popularity. I love your unique style and your ability to attempt just about anything with a can-do attitude. I think the book lamp was my favorite, but everything held my attention and inspired me to get crafting. I always look forward to Monday. Thank you! 🦋🌻🐦‍⬛ And congrats on almost 200,000 followers !!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much!! You are always so very kind and supportive, Bren! I was crossing my fingers that the book lamp would work. I wasn’t sure if the book would be sturdy enough to support the weight of the lamp arm and bulb. I got lucky!

[@pamheath7184]

I loved everything. Sorry I couldn't pick a favorite this time. You are awesome!!😊

[@karenrozanski9231]

I like the first upcycle, just beautiful and the book light, very original. Both creative and unexpected. Thank you for new ideas.❤❤

[@bethrios2782]

I love the Blue and White napkins on the frames. They turned out so pretty. The book lamp is very unique. all you DIYs are beautiful.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much!

[@katherineharper-sj4ys]

As I watched this video and you progressed through the projects, I kept thinking “oh this one is my favorite.” Then I’d see the next one and think “no this one is my favorite.” They’re all beautiful. Of the wall plaques I like the one with the dark paper best. Thanks for sharing.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh thank you! You’re such a sweetie, Katherine!

[@gildastigliano8165]

I always pick up old wallpaper books...sooooo many uses!!! makes lovely wrapping paper, too

[@christinesmith1026]

I love the mushrooms on the candle holder. The white square wall hangings with blue and white napkins. Very pretty. I love your fun and unique style. ❤🤗👌❤️

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Christine!😊

[@marlenomahony8649]

I loved all your projects but I thought the book light was really an ingenious idea.

[@melodymcdonnell1528]

Huh.....A lamp made from a dictionary 😮 Sometimes you just blow me away!!! ❤

[@roxiewallace2900]

The white frames with blue floral tissue paper were very pretty. I loved the corner shelf with the birds & green leaves transfers. I think you are right. They are beautiful any time of year! A wall sconce coming out of a book? Your imagination is boundless! 😊

[@pollyg4160]

I like ALL of the makeovers especially the book sconce but the small shelf you put the eggs in and the bird on top really made it for me!

[@lyndawise678]

So smart the light you used the dictionary. The napkin decoupage on the frame was genius

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Lynda!

[@janetbyrne7765]

Blue and white will always be my favorite! Those medallions look really cute.

[@debbiefletcher4781]

I love the blue and white napkins. They would look lovely in my kitchen.

[@chellepitts6677]

That dictionary lamp is unbelievable!! You have such an ingenious way to look at things to make something beautiful!! And I love BOTH of the medallions….they are just so different! One looks “Old World” and the other, “Dutch Delft!” Both are just beautiful….

[@dianainco]

Wow! You're my favorite KZbin creator because you are creative! You don't just paint, you actually create something from almost nothing! I was so impressed by your wall sconce light from a dictionary! Thanks for sharing your creative ideas with us! I'm a long-time fan!

[@carissastringer2843]

And BTW, the book light was also amazing. I luv that idea

[@phylliswestervelt8964]

Love the blue napkins frames..but ALL of your candle sticks where amazing I couldn't decide..always amazing ❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Phyllis!😊

[@angelamoody3170]

Those blue and white frames are absolutely perfect!!!! BEAUTIFUL ❤

[@bethsims665]

You are such a GREAT DIY ARTIST. You never cease to amaze me. Your creativity on your channel is so inspiring. Thank you Sherry❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! You are so very kind, Beth! 😊

[@lgcushman9154]

The book lamp is one of the coolest things I've ever seen!!!

[@pamahlvers4790]

Hi! Have to say I liked the blue and white napkin on the plaque as opposed to the dark napkin. Great ideas!

[@kacee9553]

Blue and white on the frames is prettier than the dark medallion one. You always have unique ideas. I loved the book light.❤

[@_.-._.-._.-._.-.]

That "lamp" is magical. You are such a creative genius❤

[@kimtaft619]

My favorites are the skinny shelf and the wood scoop. Thanks for sharing!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Kim! 😊

[@rebornhome]

The blue & white is my favorite

[@lisastreet8920]

One of your best videos. That sconce in the book spine is genius! I love it. My other favorite is the pumpkin bowl. In the fall, I love all things pumpkin. Decor and, of course, the taste and smell of pumpkin bread.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much! I haven’t made pumpkin bread yet, but I found a recipe on Pinterest for apple cider donut cake baked in a Bundt pan, and it was delicious!

[@teresabreedlove3819]

You have a genus mind for seeing how to make ordinary in to extraordinary. You are the most creative of all the people I follow. Love them all.

[@murraybranson9009]

Love the blue and white ones slightly better. Book lamp is genius. Love it all

[@janaebraden9377]

That rub 'n buff makes that candlestick look so elegant.

[@CanterburyCottage]

That stuff is gold magic!

[@nonisnest9718]

You have done it again! Such great projects but the book sconce and blue and white frames were amazing.

[@christinemanka9411]

The white shelf is especially beautiful.

[@judithsouth3887]

the blue and white medallian is right up my alley...love

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

I never thought of decoupaging those tiles. What an amazing look!

[@ca6177]

I loved the egg transfers on the little shelf with the bird! All the projects were just lovely!

[@martyhadley2137]

I love the the blue and white on the frames. Thx

[@knothead35]

The book sconce lamp is genius ❤

[@paulettehollis1837]

Love the blue and white napkins on those frames. I love the color blue.

[@lindahutchings5394]

The book lamp is so creative!

[@Mary-f5k7u]

Love your corner shelf ❤it’s so pretty 😍. My favourite are the blue and white wall hangings . ☘️

[@beverlypierce596]

W0W!! These were all amazing but I absolutely love the book sconce!!! So clever!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much! 😊 The book lamp was my favorite project this week, too!

[@kathyallen6238]

As a lover of blue and white (especially china), I loved the white frames better than the dark. Thank you for sharing your "boo boo" with the pretty pumpkin bowl; it helps us learn what not to do, too!

[@55delynn]

Hands down, my favorite thing s are the acorn mushrooms on the converted candle stands, oh my stars, they are my favorite things you ever made. I am just coveting them. Love, love 🍄 🍄 🍄 ❤

[@margaretrose8105]

Great ideas...love the lamp and the blue and white squares ..

[@ellenswartz7203]

I prefer the blue and white frame art pieces. And that dictionary lamp was ingenious. You amaze me.

[@elisevautour6292]

Hi sunshine. I'm in Love with the egg shelf. Fun projects shared today. 🐦🥰

[@bevhueffmeier949]

I gotta tell you, I've never seen anything like your book wall sconce light! WOW! Really imaginative.😊

[@sallyh7282]

I really love these unusual ideas you come up with. Love how unique all the projects are. I have to say the wall shelf with egg transfers really made me smile when you put the little nest and bird on top. Perfect finish! The book lamp is a wonderful idea too.

[@SarahKingsleyHaussman]

I loved the plaque that you decoupage the napkin to. It actually has a dark Moody feel to it. It would look great with cottage or dark academia.

[@nancyruiz7111]

Watching your creativity at work is very therapeutic! Love the book lamp... genius! Such incredible talent! Thank you!

[@carolyngalbraith6202]

The little book light is really cute!

[@friendlyfeathers7641]

The book lamp is absolutely genius!

[@tanialinning9463]

The book lamp is such a great idea! 😍

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Tania! 😊

[@taracampbell6038]

Love blue napkins

[@shirleyberky2040]

I love what you did with all three medallions, but. The dark one was my favourite. Very attractive on the book shelf. .

[@phylliscalkins1607]

Your projects are so unique and useful. They are attractive and your imagination shows through these one-of-a-kind and fun pieces.

[@dianal.6537]

1. I love your hair longer. So cute. 2. Thank you for showing us how to wire that lantern. Very helpful. 3. I hope everything is well with your family. Prayers for all of you.

[@conniedelvigna9427]

The book lamp is beautiful. What a conversation piece!

[@constanceblair6625]

The little wooden egg shelf is just about the cutest thing I’ve ever seen.😍

[@fleurjardin1012]

You have such a good eye for seeing an object in a different way - so creative! My favorites are the blue napkin frames on the wall medallions.

[@barbaracarlson1331]

My word…..how clever making the lamp from the book!!!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Barbara! 😊

[@amandaspence1971]

These were brilliant! I did prefer the medallions with the floral frames over the other one, but that’s just my taste I think. I loved every piece, but especially that book lamp! Thanks!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@loumac]

The book lamp is fantastic!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you!😊

[@ChristineDuval-cy5ck]

My favorite was the wood piece with little boxed shelves. I liked the bird you used.

[@paulab.5154]

That lamp is everything!!!

[@catherinewhitman8333]

I love the little egg ( IOD) self, I love everything bird/egg decor!

[@kimphilpin1062]

I loved the blue and white framed things. Also the corner shelf with the leaves and birds. The small shelf which you put the eggs in.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Kim! 😊

[@SRTMARINE80]

That dictionary lamp is so cool!!! You have the best ideas. I never see anyone else doing what you do!

[@louhoggard2822]

That lamp was exceptional--my favorite-- although I loved all you did.

[@Earthy-Artist]

My favorite was the candlestick with glass flower. I vote for off the off white textured art with the blue napkins.

[@Cherie5353]

I can’t choose. They are all beautiful. ❤❤❤❤

[@thesentimentalsoul3683]

I absolutely adore the egg shelf w bird topper

[@sandyheath9314]

Oh my! That pumpkin bowl is my favorite!

[@lydialangfordjoiner765]

I just love watching you create! You make such unique and lovely things. You are truly amazing. The little amazed emoji 😮is how I look sometimes-my jaw drops. Thank you, thank you for what you do for us. ❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, Lydia, you are so sweet! I love coming up with new ideas to try (even when I mess up) and share with you each week!😀

[@faithtomizek3990]

Definitely the blue and white!

[@simoneshlomi3869]

The book lamp is amazing. I loved the blue and white medallions.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Simone! 😊

[@camdi813]

The Dictionary Lamp is the most Beautiful Creative work of Art. Loved the Candlesticks. You are Sooooooo Talented and I've been binge watching your Video's for 2 days not because I liken to recreate but because of the wonder of what you will do next ❣🎨🖌🔨✂️

[@lauragreen4899]

Everything is beautiful as always. Here's a tip I learned from my dad. When you put brown paper on the back of a frame use a slightly damp sponge and wipe the paper to dampen it. When it dries it will be smooth and tight.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Great tip! Thank you so much for sharing. I will give this a try.

[@vickinoeske1154]

So many good ideas💡💡💡 The tall candlestick with the addition of the blue glass is gorgeous. I also really like the corner shelf and the vintage wallpaper & yellow bird in a frame.

[@pallavisharma6073]

Sherry you can turn any random thing into SOMETHING precious ❤. Your videos are truly a learning experience.

[@kerrichristian7991]

I love the dark napkins on the medallion! It’s beautiful and kind of moody in a good way!

[@vivianbunch1963]

Definetly the blue and white napkins on the frames👍

[@lisbetwood7762]

I liked them both, but the blue and white is my favorite.

[@SarahsOctoberHome]

You blow me away with your creativity, Sherry!🍂🤎🫶🏻

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, sweet friend! ☺️

[@saraloftsgaard3105]

Definitely the blue and white napkins 😊

[@sandycook4140]

I love the blue and white medallions . Also I loved the book lamp. That was genius!

[@noracalvert9786]

No matter what you thrift I just love everything you transform. I get so excited to see the "Master DIYer" come up with wonderful items. You inspire me unbelievably. Thanks for feeding my brain 😉🇨🇦

[@dexiecarter1537]

You are a genius!! Could not pick out a favorite!! I just love all of you projects, and watch your show all the time.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much, Dexie! you are so sweet!😊

[@jeanne-marie8196]

The dictionary with the sconse was my favorite, although the gold candlestick project was very interesting. I really liked it with the blue bulb.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you very much, Jeanne-Marie!😊

[@bonnierainwater4484]

Your imagination and creativity are endless. You always amaze me! I love everything!

[@user-de6em7rg5f]

I love the blue and white on the frames..your so talented..love your channel!!

[@CUTETWOATE]

Loved the blue & white planes,candle stick with the final, loved the corner pc.

[@carissastringer2843]

Ur vivid imagination always keeps me intrigued. Luv the shelf n those blue n white medallions r gorgeous.

[@lilliann3705]

Your imagination knows no bounds. Loved watching you create these lovely items-especially the library light sconce.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! The lamp was my favorite, too. It really wasn’t hard, so I hope you’ll make one for yourself!😀