HOLIDAY & CHRISTMAS Decor DIY'S ! Thrifted & Dollar Store Makeovers

[@OurGreeneAcres]

In this video I feature ways to upcycle thrifted and Dollar Store items into some easy winter and Christmas decor. I show many projects creating budget friendly pieces you can use in your home for Winter or any occasion. Decorating your home does not have to cost a lot of money and it's also fun to transform items to fit into your home decor style. Lots of decor projects that are easy, budget friendly and lots of fun to make! Hope you enjoy the video and if you haven't already, please SUBSCRIBE to my channel, LIKE and COMMENT! SUBSCRIBE to Our Greene Acres Channel: kzbin.info/door/_y-4G3xpGqCV6fqVPinzgA SUBSCRIBE to Teresa Greene Channel: kzbin.info/door/X-RP3c29nRezfAULx05Gzg Follow me on: ✶ Instagram @ourgreeneacres ✶ Pinterest @ourgreeneacres Many of the craft supplies and home decor pieces I use in my videos are listed in my Amazon store. It is loaded and stocked with so many beautiful and affordable decor items for your home and crafting supplies! AMAZON STORE: ** Paid Links to Amazon. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Store Link: www.amazon.com/shop/ourgreeneacres IOD products, DIY Liquid Patina, brayer, decoupage paper and other products I used in this video can be purchased @RUTH AND RUBY: www.ruthandruby.com/ Affiliate Link to Decoupage Paper Website: decoupagequeen.com/?aff=30 Graphics Fairy Website: thegraphicsfairy.com/ For more Christmas and holiday inspiration, make sure to check out my Christmas video playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PL1GBqze0CWfG0OMSncU_lsErmiiyITfXs Music by Epidemic Sound

[@treshamassey804]

I am so glad to see someone doing some research on the older items. I cringe watching “influencers” paint everything white and ruining the value of older pieces. Thank you for adding this content today.

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Thank you and so glad you enjoyed the video ❤️

[@carlamhaight]

Hi, Teresa. I love today's video. I've used Citrus Strip and it is my "go to" stripper. You can get it from Home Depot too. I have some nutcracker that need to be repainted . Hopefully, I can get to them this year. TFS

[@IndieAnnieJones1]

Daughter, with oh Teresa, I completely understand. I always try to research and make sure that anything I find I don't destroy by painting it over and I have to agree. I think it looks so beautiful. Natural breath. Too many people just pick up a paint brush without doing any kind of research and I cringe at how many beautiful antique pieces of furniture and other decor items are destroyed forever because they don't take the time to learn. Thank you for showing us even the mistakes and encouraging us to always learn from them. Many blessings to you for thanksgiving my friend😊

[@lizbrown9553]

Holy Moly,,i just LOVE THAT CHEESY SNOWMAN HAT!!! JUST A MAGNIFICENT ORNAMENT❤❤❤

[@debfrancis2166]

You find the best items at thrift stores and garage sales. Loved everything, especially the iron. I like how you changed the snowman hat also.

[@RoxannS2417]

Hello👋 from Michigan! I watch all your videos, but don’t always leave a comment. So enjoy your creativity. Also your respect for researching vintage items before altering them with paint. Your awesome🦋

[@jackielucchesi6654]

Love the little baby clothes by the beautiful door.....Great ideas and thanks for the tips!!!!

[@suesanders8822]

Love theses. I have two black cast irons that I inherited from my mother which was my grandmother and one was my great grandmothers . I love decorating with them I just wouldn’t want to iron with them they are really heavy. Thank you for sharing and have a beautiful and blessed week. 🎄💗

[@lindabarrington5400]

Your snowman hat is something I’ve never seen before, I would definitely like to make one. Before yours, I’d never wanted one.

[@colemyst]

Thanks for sharing the brass stripping advice. It'll be a life saver for some of us. I've seen some lovely vintage/antiques completely ruined by some ill-informed KZbinr "updating" what they call some old, tacky junk. I cringe every time I hear the someone say that something they found is nasty or tacky and I've called some DIYers out for it. One day their creations won't be prized by a new generation and I'm sure it'll hurt to have people laugh and pick their taste apart.

[@jacquelinerodriguez-louis3490]

Thank you for sharing the research on the older items...it's very interesting and educational. Many blessings.

[@annmiller7977]

I love everything you do! I was so happy to see the brass umbrella holder,it turned out beautiful! Thank you for all the gorgeous crafts and for sharing❣️

[@tinaburke7252]

I love your Nutcracker ideas and upcycling of vintage stuff. You have amazing taste and ideas 😊

[@emaleamiller5223]

I have a large collection of nutcrackers from the late 90’s and some are not the best wear. You have inspired me to give some a facelift to bring them back in my Christmas decor. Thank you!

[@karenallen3486]

Your DIYS are absolutely gorgeous! Thank you for bring beautiful videos. I hope you have a blessed evening

[@teresahatfield4521]

Teresa. The umbrella stand is really pretty. So nice. You are really so creative. Love your ideas! Thanks so much!!

[@ruthdasch7636]

That Santa hat is so stinking adorable.

[@SherryNerreau]

Some beautiful ideas here Teresa. How you redid or undid the brass umbrella stand was wonderful. And I loved how you used the old iron. Everything was so pretty!

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Thank you so much!

[@TheRepurposedSouth]

I’ve used CitriStrip on numerous projects (removing old paint from doors, dressers, etc). One thing that will help to keep it from drying out it to wrap your project with Saran Wrap. Make sure the Saran Wrap is in full contact with your project and it won’t dry out.

[@TheRepurposedSouth]

And using a cheap chip brush helps to apply a fairly think layer.

[@mrs.z1172]

Everything beautiful as always !! Wow almost 100k subscribers amazing, I remember I started watching you when you had 2000 subscribers , what a great journey!!!! You deserve it ❤❤❤❤❤

[@barbaradzitko1826]

Glad you were able to restore the brass umbrella stand to it's original look. Really liked the snowman hat project.

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Thank you❤️

[@pamwright5126]

Beautiful projects as always! Love the warmth of the brass piece❤

[@riostephanie489]

Thank you for this beautiful video! I’m excited to try some decoupage paper! 💚❤️🌲🎅

[@barbcairns2408]

That hat is adorable!! Well done!!!😊

[@sylvialangworthy1435]

Loved all the projects! The little iron is so sweet. 🤗

[@debiegordon3787]

I just luv EVERYTHING today🤍💚🤍

[@neecyneecy]

My Grandmother had those same umbrella holders with matching floor lamps. [ There was also a tall floor "Fountain Lamp". (I remember it had oil not water, the oil ran down string like rain drops and the base lit up) For the life of me I can't remember her or my Great Aunts ever even talking about what store they went to for home decorating. She absolutely loved her living room. Had to have been from a JC PENNY Catalog or The Sears Building in the City. I saved a chandelier, & 2 huge Dry wall buckets full of Brass Door knobs, wall fixtures,fireplace mantle edges, even her light switch plate covers. Plant hangers. Most of it been spray painted in a Black Matte`or a shiny metallic "copper". I'm trying this paint removal first thing after Sunday Service tmrw. Literally spent last 2 days cleaning out house, shed- throwing out everything I've had boxed , stored up for Lord knows how long. That is insane the dollar value on those umbrella holders. Id never sell anything but I sure am going to try, restore them and put in my front room. Thank you very very much for posting your video.

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Awe, I’m so glad you enjoyed the video and it was helpful. I hope it works well on your projects. I was pretty amazed at how well it worked. Thank you for sharing and leaving me a note ❤️

[@AshleighBlair1]

G I just love the way you did that snowman hat.

[@beckylopez4211]

Everything was outstandingly beautiful!

[@denisepope8599]

Thank you for your information on how to clean brass. I have a box full of various brass items. (Vinegar, lemon juice, baking soda). I drove by a pile of wood planks on side of the road at the curb of a house a little while ago. On the main 4 lane road through the city. I did not stop. It is to dangerous during this time. Everyone getting off work and going out to eat.

[@brendaneel9905]

I love everything you made, and I love your music ❤️

[@cgzone8]

Teresa, you're a genius. I have a glass bowl from husband's grandma that was spray painted gold. Can hardly wait to give it a try. Thx & have a Happy Thxgiving. cgzone8

[@laurabartosz8051]

The Santa Mug is great!

[@bjgardens1916]

So glad you were able to save that gorgeous piece!

[@deborahcobb9064]

As always 🎉🎉🎉

[@kimhamburger673]

I just love the hat makeover. Roll Tide!!!!

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Roll Tide! Thank you ❤️

[@cheryleaston6820]

The umbrella stand was absolutely gorgeous after you stripped and cleaned it up. The iron and the hat were transformed into to a item that would make a great present for anyone.

[@sharonburgerburger9808]

Teresa, you are the best ❤

[@martastauts3240]

I just found your channel and love all your projects. It gives me inspiration to start doing them again. ❤

[@lisafriend5535]

Great tips on removing paint. Thank you.

[@sandragambill6722]

I love your videos and learn so much when watching them. Thank you!

[@joannchamberlain38]

Love the top hat.

[@susandhargrove9184]

Love that cup with the santa! Y

[@gracegrasso9376]

Love the hat.

[@karentracey9948]

Lovely ideas ❤

[@teijapapa2122]

This was so good video, full of great tips to use ❤, I absolutelly loved how the nutcrackers turned out and I happen to love nutcrackers a lot, I live in Finland and they are very hard to find here 😊

[@gailhannon5794]

Lovely things! Thank you!❤

[@debbingle7839]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I have some candle stick holders that are brass and someone painted them a hideous purple and pink. I thins this is exactly what I needed 👍

[@OurGreeneAcres]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching ❤️

[@sharonwilson5489]

Teresa you gave me a giggle over your nutcracker upside down in your bucket That'll teach that guy lol xo to all

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Yeah, I told him😝 haha! Thank you sweet Sharon ❤️

[@melonmahfood2439]

Really sweet pieces!

[@candiceantrop4073]

Loved all the projects! Especially the iron! The back drop wooden piece is fabulous! 🙂♥️

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@carolvirgil9373]

Love all these projects!

[@christiewade7184]

Excellent

[@sheastephens5]

FYI if no one mentioned when you use the furniture stripper cover with cling wrap so it stays soft😊🎄🇨🇦

[@Jo-AnnCorbin]

Love all your projects!

[@kristiemorgan3483]

Love them all!

[@barbarajenkins8050]

The umbrella stand turned out beautifully!❤

[@tracyshumaker8272]

I just ❤these

[@pattybrooks1561]

You are so good! I loved all of them!

[@Emmaandlucy743]

Great ideas

[@lesliezagrobelny4820]

Love your work

[@debbieholbrook3827]

Love all of your posts

[@mariamelo2586]

So cute idea’s

[@sandrapowell9686]

Thank you Teresa, everything is so Beautiful!

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Thank you so much!

[@helennesbitt4081]

Teresa you are so talented 💖 I love your videos. ❤😊

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Thank you so much!

[@valerieandress5680]

I am just loving your channel. Soooo much.

[@OurGreeneAcres]

I'm so glad! Thank you ❤️

[@martyhadley2137]

Hi Teresa, I’m loving your videos. You make me want to do more crafting ! Oh I wanted to know if you finished your doll house? Also I wondered if you used and of the items I sent ya? Please take care and God Bless y’all!

[@margaretdillinger5090]

I’m so glad you got that paint off that umbrella stand. That blew my mind🤯. Your make overs were beautiful and loved each outcome. Hugs.😊❤

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Thank you so much!!

[@carolschlosser2716]

If you want shine up copper pour vinegar then sprinkle salt on it and wipe it with a cloth, rinse it and it comes up so shiny. I found this out by accident. I got salt and vinegar on my copper bracelet 😂😂😂

[@JLee-pc2vc]

Try the spray Citristrip sometime. It's a little less of a mess. If your Citristrip ever does dry, it's ok. You can add some mineral spirits to a scrubby pad and remove it. It works just as well. In fact, when using spray Citristrip I often spray a piece, leave it overnight to dry, and then go after it with mineral spirits and # 0000 steel wool pads and it works just as well. I've never used it on metal, only wood furniture. Another way to remove paint from metal is to heat it on the stove on low in water with a little dawn dish soap. The paint falls right off. You would need a mighty big pot to use this method on an umbrella stand, though! 😆

[@treshamassey804]

I have done the same removing old paint from metal hardware. I just put the hardware in water, bring it to a boil, turn it down and let it stay hot and the paint just peels off! Also, put your item in a crockpot and leave it. Works great!

[@nonaadams1460]

I loved all your projects but the snowman hat was my favorite! Thanks for all you do! Another great Saturday video💗💗

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Yay! Thank you!

[@11212lala]

I absolutely adore all these beautiful projects! Everything is done so well. That’s one thing I love about your work. The finished product is beautiful and done well. Thank you for making my Saturday night. 😊 Happy weekend!

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Thank you so much! I’m so glad ❤️

[@arlenebelli1185]

Teresa Can u give recipe u used to clean brass stand.. lemon juice vinegar and baking soda

[@roseofsharin]

I made the mistake of painting almost everything I bought with white paint. Ugh. I'm in the process of citrastripping it all to bring back the prettier original color.

[@joaniekurpik5280]

Thank you Teresa ! I learn so much every video I watch! You are so very very talented! I certainly did myself a wonderful favor finding you all these years ago!'Stay healthy and happy always💖

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Awe, that is so sweet and so blessed that we found each other! Thank you ❤️

[@debra8108]

You always inspire me but the nutcracker make over is just what I needed. I have a box full of really big but dated nutcrackers painted in the traditional Christmas colors. Had stopped using them and was worried if I painted them I might regret it, but now I’m thinking it’s time. I also have several mugs that are stuffed away. You inspired me to paint those for Christmas!

[@OurGreeneAcres]

That is awesome! I’m so glad you got inspired and have fun painting your nutcrackers! Thank you so much ❤️

[@melbabowen4389]

❤❤❤

[@LynnTyner]

❤

[@heatherreddish9286]

You go girl!! You hit the jackpot on that brass piece!! Congratulations! Love your channel. When I heard your voice the first time I was like “yep! She’s a country girl, I’m subscribing!” I’m from southeast Georgia. About 30 minutes from the coast in Brunswick. So happy you are getting up close to 100,000!!! Praise The Lord!!!

[@terriallen2537]

Hey Teresa! I've used CitriStrip many times on furniture and cabinets. It's great stuff. Of course, all of your projects were stunning. Love watching you create, it's very inspiring. Thanks for sharing. Oh, keep meaning to ask you bout the drift wood and pine needle tree in your staging. Did you create that too? Take care and God bless 😊

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Awesome! Thank you! I got that tree at a yard sale! It’s very unique and loved it’s rustic style.

[@dianehace8370]

What’s the difference between diys liquid patina and big top?

[@Christie-gp2cy]

Teresa, I remember back when you had 10K subscribers, now you are nearly at 100K!! How awesome for you girl! I have always loved your great videos and swe3et personality. Blessings to you and Ben💘💘

[@teannettemajor1609]

Do you have the name of the graphic you put on the snowman hat? I know it's graphics fairy. Or a link to that graphic specifically? Thanks Teannette 😀

[@vintagelady1]

I 70'swould never have imagined that the brass umbrella stand was worth so much! I love that you left the little iron as it was & just tied some adorable decorations on it. I enjoy things that have a story to tell & appreciate people who respect that. You are always so careful to say if something is really old or if it's just a nice repro, like Roger's mug---wonder what he did to get that?

[@jaynebrown693]

Oh my goodness…you are at almost 100,000 subscribers 👍👍👍👍. Nice save on the Brass Umbrella Stand ! Thank you for the tip on shinning Brass also. I love old wood doors! Just something about old wood patina or the old wood painted like you did …so warm and beautiful! Always a grand time watching you craft! You are my “southern belle” … love your accent, love your style and totally enjoy the time with you! Have a blessed week 🌲🌲🙏🌲🌲

[@OurGreeneAcres]

Jayne, you are a true God send! Such a sweet, caring person and always say the nicest things. I love you and truly appreciate you❤️

[@hippdip]

I shook my head at the fact that you only regretted painting a brass item because you found out it was worth money, rather than just realizing brass is a gorgeous metal and should simply NOT be painted, ever.

[@denisepope8599]

I have friends with the name Bowman. I am going to ask them if their has anything to do with the product.