HOW-TO USE A THRIFT STORE TO DESIGN YOUR HOME 🏠 Affordable Decor & DIY Ideas!

You CAN achieve your desired interior design look with only secondhand items from the thrift store! You just need to know what you're looking for, and where to spend your money. Designing a home with thrifted items is a great budget-friendly way to give your home that elevated and collected look -- plus, along the way you'll be creating your very own unique interior design style! So today I’m sharing with you my thought process while I'm at the thrift store, to show you how I decide on what’s really worth taking home, while also encouraging you to try new things and imagine the possibilities! I think all of the tips I share in the thrift store and during my haul, will give you some ideas on how to save money, explore new styles, and maybe finish a DIY thrift flip project of your own!
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[@GardenreetLighting]

I'm in awe of the unique style and character you're able to bring to your home with thrifted items! It just goes to show that you don't need a big budget to create a beautiful space.

[@livingwithlk]

Aw thank you so much!!!😍☺️

[@jacquig1939]

Law 2 of the thrift store- whatever common item that's always there will disappear the second you start looking for it. Wooden or plastic trays my stores can't add to the shelf there's so many, I need one for a craft, they don't have any for 3 months

[@livingwithlk]

HAHA so true!!!!

[@kimsleger7296]

Ooooh yes, a lamp video! I always seem to bring home the wrong style shade for my thrifted lamps! LOL!

[@sosarah929]

Yes please! And also how to add the harp or even change out things like from a knob to pull chain ..if that's even possible

[@dalecentamore5064]

The brass footed bowl would look good in my living room. I'd use the lidded ceramic pot in the kitchen somehow. Great finds!

[@Eloiseat6]

I love the fact that you are very discerning about what you buy and, compared to other thrifters on KZbin and elsewhere, don’t spend a lot of money and go home with insane amounts of stuff. To be fair, the other thrifters I watch have online shops. But you also have reserves of items you could sell. What I’m saying is that you are a good example of thrifting with restraint, which is probably great for all of us. I for one have given way to temptation many times, spent more than I should have, and ended up reselling the items I bought, which isn’t fun for me. Lately, I’ve canceled items I bought online as a retrofit for my impulsiveness. I’d rather spend my money on donations to causes important to me-which I do, but could do more-and would rather donate my stuff to people who need it, or to retail outlets for causes I believe in. So it’s good for me to see someone buying flea market and thrift store items carefully and not impulsively!

[@livingwithlk]

Those are really great observations! I am always trying to donate when I can to causes that matter, while also dropping stuff off at the thrift stores or local churches/shelters/clinics. I also think spending money on things that make your life a little better whether its a beautiful piece of art, or even something as big as a new couch, can really just make all the difference. We only live one life so I think we've gotta make the best of it!

[@Androgynary]

those vintage rustic folding chairs 😍 wow!

[@livingwithlk]

Ok right?! But I think it said they were $25 each???

[@LauraLong-hc8st]

Love the orange lamp!

[@idavangrinsven1115]

I would love to see the lamp base painting. I’m in decided as to paint or not to paint. Your show is amazing, filled with so much useful info. Thank you 🇨🇦💕

[@sosarah929]

Have you ever done or thought about doing a video on how you store and manage your items when not in use? I'm struggling to find a way to keep my decor (and my art/craft supplies) stored in a way that makes sense but doesn't take over my entire basement or make my husband suggest it's time for a dumpster clean out 😂

[@d.c.copeland2137]

Oh my gaahhhdd that orange lamp at 12:50 made me gasp!! I have been looking for that exact style and color of lamp for the longest time!! 😅 Love your videos, thank you!

[@peggymohr7899]

I find your videos terrific to watch. Hauls are the best.

[@IlVoloMaui]

So glad I found your channel! Getting some great ideas for my own rented space. Especially making me rethink/repurpose decor that I already own.

[@sherripacchiano]

Two highlights...that incredible orange lamp, its an icon. Ideate, how fantastic. Its my new word.

[@emeraldc.8796]

I pretty much love every one of your items but sorry not into that last lamp. They were all very interesting pieces & most gave a vintage vive, which I enjoyed. Thank you, God Bless you✝️🙏🏼

[@leighamarie07]

Can you talk about how to find shades for lamps without them? I have three mid century lamps without shades and I can’t figure out what shape or size to use on them.

[@livingwithlk]

I will compile some info on this because I got a lot of comments about it! : )

[@sj4761]

I get so excited for your videos!! 😊

[@livingwithlk]

🥰Aw thanks!!

[@MelMc188]

My favourite items that you thrifted in this video are the candle holders. They are really unique and will look very nice with the rest of your decor

[@The_Decor_Shed]

Hey New follower from South Africa. I am obsessed with your channel now. I would love to see lamp makeovers and even Lamp DIY’s like making lamps from unconventional items! I love lamps and lighting lol

[@livingwithlk]

Omg hi! South Africa is so beautiful, there are tons of South African native plants in my yard 😍 Thanks so much! I will definitely be working on a lamp video!

[@algreenwood4114]

Love your decor style! I’ve always decorated with thrift store / used or hand me downs. Love the eclectic vibe that you cultivate!

[@livingwithlk]

Love that! And thank you! : )

[@janicetrujillo2757]

I go toEscondido thrift all the time. I always find some great treasures there. So glad I found you. I'll be watching.

[@lyndafowler-stevens9246]

Yes to good old Escondido for thrifting.

[@livingwithlk]

I have always been told to go and that was my first time! I will definitely be back!

[@mmhmm1974]

I luv the orange lamp, very cute, reminded me of the Pixar lamp at the beginning of their movies ❤

[@livingwithlk]

Love that lamp!!

[@amyg.8592]

What a fun haul! So glad you got that burlwood box--I thought you'd left it, and was happy to see it show up at the end. The orange lamp was very cool too. :)

[@livingwithlk]

Thank you!!

[@lindaroyal8161]

Very nice haul! I love thrifting with you and especially like that you share the prices. Good to know what's out there and what it's being sold for. I'm hooked on your channel, love your personality and open ideas. I like the room make overs and thrift hauls.

[@livingwithlk]

Yay thank you so much!

[@lisapieper3598]

Heck yeah I’d take some of these things home. Great taste!

[@louisesuffolk]

The little brown lamp with the pleated shade looks great

[@lynseypeters]

I love all these bits. I'm always looking for frames and artwork. Lamps are a weakness, I have to not buy anymore as I have run out of room. My dad also makes wooden ones so have to keep saying no thanks to him too 🙈 Dishes/vases/ornaments are things I look for too. Enjoy this type of video plus love redecoration/make over ones. 🤎

[@livingwithlk]

Thank you!! Haha seriously what is it about lamps?! I think its because they are sculptural in some way and provide such a vibe depending on the style.. That's SO cool your dad makes wooden ones!!

[@Stacy_Romero]

I will be in San Diego this weekend for waterpolo, I hope I get a bit of time to thrift! You are so inspiring!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@livingwithlk]

Oh cool!! I used to play in high school! So fun -- enjoy and I hope you find some amazing things!

[@evesouthwood7633]

Oh wow, the canned light idea is genius! I feel so inspired by your video, LK - it's helping me to think in less conventional ways and opening up ideas I had become fixed in. I'm about to decorate and furnish a new, wonderful flat we have bought - we have moved across a body of water and are starting almost from zero - this series is making me feel enthusiastic about how to set up our home. Thank you and please keep the good stuff coming!

[@janinedevilliers510]

My two favorite items are the penguin picture, and the orange lamp. Because of the colours I can see those going together. I also like the brass bowl and the other big heavy bowl. I'm not sure how I feel about copper in general but the candle holders were very nice. The lamp with the white pleated shade looked great and the lamp for behind a plant or chair was a good idea. I was thinking you could get something to put under your jewellery stand to raise it up so that the long necklaces don't hang on the table. I'm sure you will find something, even a sculptural piece of wood. I would love to see more thrifting videos, and seeing what you do with the items. Where their final resting place will be.😅 And to take us to shops that sell new things that you like to shop at. It is nice to see ideas of how you styled your finds to give us ideas and appreciate the tip to pay attention to details. The house I live in needs major renovations to ever get it to my style and get all the details done. I would need to rip everything out. The house was built in 1699.😂 It is 325 years old. And not in a good way. Thanks for another great video. Take care of yourself. 🤗👋💕🙋

[@livingwithlk]

WOW 325 years old!! I think those first two are my favorite items as well! And yes I was totally looking for something sculptural to put underneath my necklaces.. hoping to include it in a thrift flip video! And my thrifted items are never in a final resting place hahah I am always moving stuff around! Thanks so much for this comment!

[@chrissiewb721]

Canadian here - I think the penguins might actually be geese. Now I have to look up the artist Doris Cyette.

[@enidcastillo5985]

Those copper candlestick holders are gorgeous luv all the bowls. You got such great pieces. I really like the brown lamp I would pain t the shade instead of the lamp it's such a pretty color

[@livingwithlk]

I totally agree now that I have been living with it! Thank you!

[@MelMc188]

I’m now getting to the point in personalizing my home where I am looking at decorative pieces and for some more organization solutions that fit in better with my decor. I really like the tip you gave of paying attention to even the smaller details like having organization that looks nice while still being quite functional. Your video has inspired me to want to visit my local thrift stores more often. I also like when you update the things you already have with paint or small repairs.

[@livingwithlk]

That's so awesome! Thanks so much 😍☺

[@CanadianQueenmagenta]

What fun to shop with you! I can't believe you didn't get the copper lamp at the entrance of the second or third shop. Thanks for taking us with you. Jan

[@livingwithlk]

Haha I know! I played around with it to see if the shade was removable and it wasn't and I didn't like the base enough to buy it.. if it was more angular or something I totally would have!

[@rhondamorgan1]

Awesome finds! You know how to look for things. I don’t have that gift LOL

[@livingwithlk]

Hahaha thank you so much!

[@scarletowl8337]

Especially love 💕 the copper items and the orange lamp 🧡🧡🧡 some great finds! I enjoy these thrift tips and ideas videos 😊

[@livingwithlk]

Thanks so much!! I am obsessed with the orange lamp!

[@sarahb3606]

You got such great things. The orange lamp and the big metal bowl were my favourites but everything was a find.

[@livingwithlk]

😊😊Thanks!

[@sandyadams3267]

Fun to go thrifting with you. You found some great items. Hope you'll do more videos like this.

[@livingwithlk]

Always! Tons more thrifting/flea market/estate sale videos on my channel.. I love it!

[@shaunnarochelle]

really enjoy your videos I can see how much attention to detail you put into their production and loved seeing how you styled your thrifted finds 😊

[@livingwithlk]

I appreciate that thank you!!

[@fridaemilsson8868]

I just love the candel holders 😍 Give me 😂

[@livingwithlk]

Hahah : )

[@cardellinacanadensis7444]

Love this video & your finds/tips! Especially the orange lamp!! Would love to see the a video on your ideas for upcycling lamps/shades like you mentioned! I throw ceramic lamp bases and always struggle to find cool shades that match/compliment my glaze colors and aren’t really expensive new or aren’t really beat up from the thrift store. I just bought that exact shade from target and love its look other than it’s stark whiteness…maybe there’s a method of dying? Either way would love to know how you match lamps/shades to make them look intentional bc your style and your lamps are awesome. Thank you!

[@livingwithlk]

😮That is RAD that you can throw your own vases!!!! I am a novice at the wheel but I can make some things.. but never could I make a lamp base.. so cool!😍 And in my office makeover I dyed a stark white lantern with coffee and water and its been great, so I definitely want to try more methods.. I will compile some info for the future and make a video!

[@apj1896]

Large framed canvases or paintings,any good DIY on budget would be interesting.

[@jmbisme]

The artwork that you were on the fence about would be a nice one to change the background on. Keep the figure, but change the background. I think that would be an interesting video as well.

[@livingwithlk]

Interesting idea!

[@gracerodriguez6869]

You picked up some great things, I love pottery, I have hold myself back from buying some

[@livingwithlk]

I LOVE pottery! I'm with you on that one haha

[@dorothyallen9667]

On occasion, I like to go to yard sales. I have purchased some beautiful, quality items.

[@denisegoodin5941]

I want to go with you!😊

[@normatrull3187]

Could the wood box be a stand pedestal for the necklace so it can be taller and hold necklaces

[@livingwithlk]

Great idea! When I was at the stores I was looking for some kind of box to elevate the necklace stand so I'm right there with ya 😉 I am definitely going to do something like that!

[@mehrit1648]

Great video thanks for sharing.

[@ohitelms350]

just found your channel and really like your stuff !

[@livingwithlk]

Yay thank you!!

[@AlmondJoie]

You always find the coolest stuff! That long abstract painting with the blue figure really caught my eye and I probably would've bought it just because it was so unique and eclectic. BTW, what do you think of Etsy? Have you ever shopped or purchased anything from there? I know their stuff usually costs a grip and most are way overpriced. Yesterday I received an adorable forest green 70's boho ceramic pedestal planter with pretty white flowers I bought from there. It's a little smaller than I anticipated, but it looked like a piece you'd have in your home. Anyway, so glad I found your channel in my recs and had fun binge watching your shopping excursions to Palm Springs, Oceanside, and around San Diego. Oh, have you ever hit up the Orange Circle in Orange, CA? I haven't shopped there in years, but they have some really great antique shops and malls there. You should come and check it out.😁

[@livingwithlk]

Thanks so much!! I'd love to see the planter! I will have to check out Orange County some more.. its been on my list but I just never get around to it. and, I love Etsy! I buy from there a lot. I am OK with paying the higher prices because I know either someone is making it personally, and then shipping it and doing all that, or if its a vintage reseller, I know they take the time to shop and find good stuff, clean it, list all the description info while researching it and then packing and shipping it themselves, etc. Its a huge job! There are some pages now that are selling like mass-produced things for a high price which sucks.. so I always try to buy from an individual if I can get that from their bio etc. I think its such a cool way to find unique items! I just rarely commit to purchases as the shipping time is very long haha.

[@AlmondJoie]

@@livingwithlk You're welcome!😁. Thank you for all you shared and I'm glad to know that you shop Etsy too! I appreciate your perspective and didn't think of all the time and work that goes into running an Etsy online shop. Okay, I humbly stand corrected. Haha I just finished an Etsy "shopping spree" after not buying anything there since 2022. I just did a search there under the listing for the cute vintage planter, but unfortunately it didn't come up. I'll email the photo to you in just a bit. Let me know what you think.😁

[@veronicarusso5564]

Liked & Subscribed

[@livingwithlk]

Awesome thanks and welcome!👋😊

[@mattneillninasmom]

Hey, don't knock grommets - a great invention that does away with tons of costly and cumbersome hardware that's fiddly to put on/off when needing to clean or launder. Personally, I like the look, which lends itself to multiple decor and is user friendly. Please, rethink!

[@livingwithlk]

They're absolutely functional! I just don't find them design forward.. I have had grommet curtains before and I prefer putting the time into pleating them or putting the fabric over the bar like I did in the bathroom makeover.. I just feel it looks more elevated because it keeps the attention on the drape itself and not the grommet -- which is usually very dark in color and large in size..

[@MarySpain1958]

What was that first shop you went too was thinking the prices were high ? Where I live in N.C Salvation Army is the smallest but cheapest prices. Goodwill had increased but still get good deals. G W. does NOT TEST the lamps. You can return for a credit. The S.A actually tests the lamps when I asked guy went to get a bulb to show me it worked.

[@livingwithlk]

Good to know about the credit! I luckily got to test all these lamps before purchasing : )

[@angela86753]

I'm in Ontario Canada 🇨🇦 Wow, that piece must have traveled a distance. What state are you in 🧡🌿

[@MarySpain1958]

CA. L.A area. Hint go-to her channel and read her intro. She mentions decorating an apt in L.A- Los Angeles CA. Anytime you are curious just ck the channel profile Chances are the poster won't read and or answer comments.

[@angela86753]

@@MarySpain1958 Thanks. Was just trying to clarify. This is only the 3rd video of hers I've watched 🧡🌿

[@livingwithlk]

Oh hi up there! I am in Southern California : ) Specifically San Diego county.

[@livingwithlk]

Thank you so much for watching! I try to respond to as many comments as I can 😊 I used to live in LA and moved down south about a year or two ago!

[@carolynalfonso4548]

💖!

[@juliemoore6957]

Goodwill is so expensive now, I've quit going there. 😢

[@livingwithlk]

Yeah it’s been hard to find deals lately! I just try to go often and hit up new cities and sometimes there’s gems and deals. It’s less frequent though!

[@karennorris6135]

Did you not have to move?

[@leah__gail]

Those prices aren’t “thrifty” 😅😅 Geez!

[@livingwithlk]

You can buy a lamp at Target for $29.99 or you can get one from the thrift store for $6.99.. your choice! ☺

[@leah__gail]

@@livingwithlk I saw a couple of things that seemed way over thrift prices. There was one framed picture. $29 I think it said?

[@livingwithlk]

@leah__gail these stores are in Southern California lol so some stuff is definitely over priced! I only buy the affordable stuff :)

[@leah__gail]

@@livingwithlk Girl I can’t even afford to shop the cheap thrift stores right now. 😂😂 I’m in Alabama, lots of small towns, so we usually find some decent deals. Seems to be a lack of good, usable stuff in a lot of them, unfortunately.

[@livingwithlk]

@leah__gail My tip is to just go often. The good finds pop up after a while so I am just always browsing because it’s just totally luck!

[@awildelife]

These prices are insane at a THRIFT store 😂

[@cg4441]

No to the art piece. Ugly!

[@mslafave5689]

I hate thrift store shopping. How absolutely depressing seeing other people’s junk. It is a rare happening that I find anything whatsoever of value to me in a thrift shop. Good for you to have the fortitude to stomach such an endeavor - I do not.

[@livingwithlk]

Girl, maybe you can pick up a diary at a thrift store 😂