10 Brilliant Upcycling Ideas for Thrift Store Frames

10 creative ways to upcycle thrift store frames for your home decor
Welcome to my channel! In this video, I'm sharing 10 brilliant upcycling ideas for thrift store frames. If you're looking for unique and creative ways to decorate your home on a budget, you won't want to miss these DIY ideas.
From vintage frames turned into chic mirrors to whimsical wall art, I'm showing you how to repurpose thrift store finds and turn them into beautiful home decor. These ideas are perfect for anyone who loves to craft and wants to create a stylish home without breaking the bank.
In this video, you'll learn:
How to transform a plain picture frame into a trendy piece of wall art
Clever ways to turn frames into functional decor, like jewelry organizers and message boards
Creative techniques for painting and distressing frames to give them a new lease on life
And much more! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crafter, these ideas are easy to follow and will help you create unique and beautiful home decor.
Be sure to subscribe to my channel for more DIY home decor ideas and inspiration, and leave a comment below with your favorite upcycling idea from this video.
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[@OurUpcycledLife]

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[@madonnaanderson3877]

Best DIY channel & products bar non, Sammie is an amazing teacher!!! ♥️🌹🙏🏻♥️🌹🙏🏻♥️🌹

[@rachelthomashefsky720]

Ive never tried that technique but I am definitely going to use it from now on. Thanks for the inspiration. You are definitely a crafting genius.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@pamelataylor3537]

Deidre, all these look fantastic, there wasn’t one that I didn’t love. Even though I’m not keen on all the distressing etc.m these all look so good the way you’ve done them. I really enjoyed this video and all the instructions to do things, is awesome for me and I know I’ve seen you do some of these, or probably all of them, the more I see and listen it sinks in my head a little more each time, so thank you. I just watch so many and everything gets in my head and cos I’m 68 it takes so much longer to sink in. I really appreciate it when the crafters give great instructions during the voice overs. Have a great week and as usual, I’m looking forward to your next video.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I’m so glad you’re enjoying all of my videos, Pamela I appreciate the support here on my channel and yes, if you are a fan of all of the distressing, you can still use these techniques and put your own spin on it for your own style

[@magaliramos813]

Wow! I love the black and gold, beautiful .

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Me to one of my favourite signs I’ve ever made. Thanks for watching.

[@vassolat5430]

Ευχαριστούμε για τις ιδέες σου, είσαι μια έξυπνη και δοτική γυναίκα, από Ελλάδα.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad you enjoyed

[@wannabecraftywithaudra1696]

I haven't tried this technique with the packing tape yet but am so looking forward to trying it out on a tray for a new center piece for my new home

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Have fun!

[@debiegordon3787]

U have Magical Hands ! Luvin Black Frame w Black Roses...really different 🖤🤍🖤 ive been hording frames over 30 yrs now LOL. The crackle technique is AMAZING🤍🤍🤍

[@OurUpcycledLife]

So glad you’re enjoying. Thanks so much for watching.

[@CeeJayKay]

Wow! I enjoyed this video so much... You showed us so many cool antiquing methods. I never would have thought of using cinnamon either!! Very cool! : ) ❤

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@donnalayne2395]

All of these frames turned out gorgeous!!!! Very very well done! I love your channel ❤️🥰

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks so much for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

[@gizmo7877]

Great ideas,even better outcomes! I would have liked to see more of the under colors on the horseshoe framed art though. You put so much thought into your art and a lot of work, it’s greatly appreciated. It’s obvious you love doing it and you keep getting better and better. Do you ever have any down time?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I am always busy lots of upcycling Happening, L O L

[@debirice7405]

The wildflower project is gorgeous!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks

[@lisak720]

I can’t stop binge watching your channel! Love your upcycles and interested in making my own personal relaxing SHE SHED where I can make some of your items and would like to make for myself and for friends and family as Christmas and other holiday/Birthday gifts

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@lydialangfordjoiner765]

I loved seeing the egg carton roses made- thank you!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

And they’re so easy to make. Thanks for watching.

[@PaisleySzuSzu]

You are so talented

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks 😊

[@loray2k]

I had no idea about the hairspray trick. Thank you.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Works fantastic thanks so much for watching

[@CHrisPetE056]

You are so creative. I love all these. The “rust” look is so cool. And the wax! Wow. I really learn a lot when I watch your videos. Thank you.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

So glad you’re enjoying. Thanks so much for watching.

[@bonnietrant5252]

Love the wildflowers

[@thenavylady4630]

Wow. This video is wonderful and full of valuable info. I can't wait to convert some frames and metal trays using your techniques. Thank you so much for sharing your experience and creativity with the rest of us!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@itsannasimon3080]

I loved watching this! I have many frames that i need to give life to. Your ideas are fabulous….thank you❤

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks so much for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

[@christinetremblay2353]

What a fantastic compilation! OMG I can't imagine all the work you had to put in ! Than you so very much for your time This one is a keeper, Take care

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks so much for watching. Glad you enjoyed. It was lots of fun.

[@cheryldimatteo9046]

Love your aging technique on the frames. They look authentically old!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks so much. Glad you enjoyed.

[@Thedistressedpainter]

You really are so very good. Love filling my time watching you while I cook clean do dishes and then come back later to make. Thanks’

[@OurUpcycledLife]

So glad you’re enjoying Kathy. Thanks so much for watching.

[@marlenomahony8649]

Wow the hairspray crackle looks really great. And I loved the last project with the tray and cinnamon. Beautiful

[@OurUpcycledLife]

So glad you enjoyed. Thanks so much for watching.

[@sallyescrader1434]

I love your channel! I’ve tried quite a few of your techniques, all of which have turned out very well. Unfortunately, not one of them have sold! I’ve realised that the distressed, old looking, rusty, farmhouse finish isn’t suitable for my part of the U.K. - even though I live in a rural farming community. I’m having to re-think my crafting!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Every area is different head into some local shops look around and see what they have stocked and then you can put your own spin on it

[@sallyescrader1434]

Thank you. I’m in the process of doing just that. But it seems that most people are only buying their decor from places like IKEA or B&M, Poundland or Poundstretcher… that type of shop. Cheap & cheerful, and it all falls apart within a year & goes to the tip! I despair sometimes!

[@pamelastansbury1407]

So, you can paint and put graphics on the mdf board just as you can wood?. I love it!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes!

[@raquelysquierdo-tadlock3116]

Do you have a video on how you dried your flowers, thanks for all you're wonderful ideas and love how you explain every step

[@OurUpcycledLife]

How to Press Flowers Fast: Easy DIY Tutorial for Quick Preservation kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWfQZWqvft6kgJY

[@tlur8813]

What a great idea to use cinnamon!!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

It really is!

[@b.l.wilson9724]

I absolutely loved ALLLLLL of these ideas. I have at least 3 medium boxes of picture frames just sitting around waiting to be made pretty😊 I don’t have a laser jet printer or a cricket and will have to get creative until I can afford one.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks so much for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

[@catherinemoore2611]

You have such amazing tips & tricks!❤❤

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thank you so much!!

[@ivanicoutinhoartes7094]

Amo seus tutoriais!😊

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad you enjoyed

[@shannonlydon2084]

Thanks for all these ideas. ❤️

[@OurUpcycledLife]

You are so welcome!

[@delaine5773]

Hey Diedre, I am very new to DIYing and I have learned so, so much from you. I am not a big farmhouse decor fan but your projects and your tips & tricks are so universal they can be applied to any decor style that I choose. I'm also so pleased with the graphics you share with us members of your graphics club. As long as you are creating KZbin content I'll be watching because I just keep learning such great techniques from you. 💙 from NC! P.S. My son-in-law is from Oakland, Ontario. He & my daughter met here in the US while he was on a professional hockey team on our city and she at one time volunteered at the games and then once she stopped volunteering she just was a fan of hockey and they happened to meet online, went on a dinner date and have been together ever since. He retired as a player last year and they are now in Wisconsin where he is a goalie trainer for youth league players. So, hopefully I'll be able to visit Canada one of these days. Covid threw a huge monkey wrench into their large wedding in Ontario in 2020 so we haven't had a chance to visit there yet.

[@tiffanycummings3442]

I just wanted to say thats such an awesome story about your son in law & your daughter!❤

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I’m so glad that you’re enjoying all of my Contant and I appreciate your support here and over on my graphics club. What a wonderful story about your daughter and son-in-law hopefully you get to Ontario soon for a visit.

[@kimnelson7526]

I didn’t like the pink frame when you were doing it but it was my favorite when you were done! 😍 you did a great job with the dried flower placement.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks so much for watching. Glad you enjoyed Kim.

[@noellepraud1356]

Bonjour, ohhh j adore cette technique pour la bougie. Je m'en sers beaucoup pour moi. Merci pour ces précieux conseils..à très bientôt ❤❤❤❤

[@OurUpcycledLife]

So glad you’re enjoying. Thanks so much for watching.

[@lawana960]

Wow! I thought you had ruined that tray with the cinnamon, but when you added the graphic, it looked gorgeous!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@saltlifegull4091]

Never ceases to amaze me! Beautiful:)

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks 😊

[@robinjackson5035]

I love every one of these Deidre! I really love some of those frames. That one that was gray and you added that pink I almost cried 😫 but I know you needed to do it that way to go with the flowers, and in the end it turned out really beautiful. Can you tell me what colors were on that frame before you painted it? It looked like gun metal or something like that, with the gray and the black highlights. Idk 😅 but I need to do that, if that made sense 😂 With all that being said, the last one was my favorite. I love how that little tray turned out ❤

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad you enjoyed! I’m unsure of colour sorry ❤️

[@marierenstrom7622]

Love this🤗😍👏👏 You are such an inspiration Deidre🤗🥰

[@OurUpcycledLife]

So glad you’re enjoying Maria. Thanks so much for all your support here.

[@jmw9675]

Your channel is awesome! Thank you for sharing so many ideas and your tips are amazing! I live on a farm and totally inspired! If you use a printer laser or ink. Is there a certain amount of time to use the picture as the ink will be dryer if left longer? Will it affect quality of work?🤔🤗 thank you

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks so much! No the time doesn’t matter

[@MidnightFoxB]

Love this. I have a gift that this is going to be prefer for 😊

[@jenniferwagner6478]

Omg Deidre! You knocked it out of the park once again! Incredible work…you give me so much inspiration…you are such a joy to watch! Thank you so much for sharing ❤😊

[@OurUpcycledLife]

So glad you enjoyed Jennifer . Thanks so much for watching.

[@necoragha65]

Love them all.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

[@lettycardenas4091]

love your techniques! everything turned out beautiful

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks 😊

[@sarahpollnow3137]

I think the cinnamon added to the backing makes it really look galvanized!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Me too I love this technique

[@merryaijlman7833]

I so enjoyed this video. Thumbs up ❤😊

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

[@viridiangreen8259]

Wonderful episode ❣️

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Glad you enjoyed

[@ruthfitzwater-cn3vc]

Hi Deidre, do you have to seal your homemade chalk paint or will it “reactivate” with water like the store-bought? Thanks for your wonderful videos!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I seal with poly acrylic sealer

[@janicelang2232]

Great ideas! I absolutely love the tray. I haven't tried using cinnamon but it really looked aged.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

It really works great thanks for watching. Hope you enjoyed.

[@caseysherron2127]

Awesome video! Does the reverse graphic work for ink jet printers as well?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes it does!

[@bettywebster7904]

Never used the packing tape but will try for sure.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

It works fantastic. Thanks so much for watching.

[@debirice7405]

I've not used packing tape but it looks great.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

[@carolemichaud3162]

Beautiful

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thank you

[@evekankam6744]

Lovely video,awesome ideas

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks so much for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

[@melodymedlock160]

Is that the Mod Podge that you can still see around the cow print reverse graphic you did? I’ve never done this technique. I did one a long time ago with photo medium and found the process of removing the paper too messy and time consuming. I’ve thought about trying it again but I wouldn’t like whatever that is left around the graphics. If it was a fluke I might consider trying it again. If it’s the Mod Podge residue not so much. I’ve really enjoyed the results I have gotten from using my printer and white tissue paper. I’ve recently experimented with adding color to the original printed black and white graphics. They turned out looking like a watercolor painting. I’m obsessed 😍 and I did it all with an ink jet printer. I’ve had no issues whatsoever. So far I’ve only added them to wood. I’m excited to try other blanks out.

[@melodymedlock160]

Never mind. I seen it on all of them. I even went back through past videos to be sure.

[@victoriafreudenthal4528]

Awesome!!!ty for the great tips!!!

[@sylcarroll6549]

Can you please do something other than distressed stuff? I like your transfer info.

[@annmariefleet350]

Hi Diedra. To do the transfer, must one use a laser printer? Thank you. AnnMarie Fleet

[@OurUpcycledLife]

It will also work with laser I have comparison videos

[@gracemoore384]

I watch you do your reverse graphic transfer many times & I have to ask. How do your fingertips hold up after doing it so much? Can you use something like a bankers rubber finger protector or something else to protect your fingers a bit? I’m in my seventies & finding my hands are easily hurt.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes you could use a little rag but the last bit I find only fingers work

[@ellenl5626]

I always learn so much from your videos, thanks for all you do! Could you do one about how to work with ornate frames that are plastic or resin?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I have a few projects and videos where I’ve done the plastic and resin frames. I like just a dry brush those words that works the best I find.

[@annakennel356]

Deidre, how did you remount the two small prints (coffee sip, dry goods) in the white frames after removing the staples? I have similar frames & those framing metal "arrow" devices are costly.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I just placed the prints back in and then push the Staples back in. I didn’t glue them down at all, so I can change them later on if I want to.

[@traceyallen8286]

This is great. But I have a question - does your chalk paint recipe work with any NON latex paint as I'm very allergic to it? Acrylic maybe?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Unfortunately, I’m not sure I’ve only ever used latex paint. I’m sorry that you’re unable to use it. That’s not a fun thing to have to deal with. Take care.

[@rozdevin2468]

What surface ar you using to put the graphic on? It looks like cardboard or poster board?? Thank you!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

It is MDF

[@barbgauthier5941]

Beautiful work but all the same, distressed frames. Not being critical but looking for ideas on using the frames differently, e.g. dissembling them and using the pieces

[@larnold7614]

Someday you’re going to have to cut a piece out of your drop cloth that is on you project table - and frame it. It looks cool!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

So many different colors. Yes, it’s beautiful.

[@b.l.wilson9724]

Question: I use mineral paint (Fusion) can these techniques be done with mineral paint or does it have to be a chalk paint? Thank you.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I have not tried it on the mineral paint so you would have to experiment with it

[@melodymedlock160]

How do you clean the Mod Podge out of your brushes? I’ve struggled to find something that fully removes it without stiffening them. I don’t like to use chemicals on my brushes if possible.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Try rubbing alcohol and wrap with plastic wrap and leave overnight then rinse

[@melodymedlock160]

@@OurUpcycledLife Thank you.

[@ruzicanekic187]

Sve je predivno 🥰.Pitam se ,imate li vi jos otiske na prstima 😆😂?!

[@OurUpcycledLife]

So glad you’re enjoying. Thanks so much for

[@CambryBlaze]

I wish I could find more wood frames. Thrift stores around me carry more of the plastic variety.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes harder to find

[@michaelcannon2157]

God bless make that money girl

[@UnfrozenCavewoman]

I’m just spitballing, but could rubbing the waxed areas with the tape achieve a similar effect?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

It would be worth a try and experimenting

[@Thedistressedpainter]

How would you say the differences are between the diaper wipe her the potty wipe whatever it is and the packing tape what how would you differentiate them?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

They just have a different look it’s some thing that you just have to experiment with because each project will turn out different. I actually like the look of the packing tape better I think it’s more authentic looking.

[@bonnietrant5252]

What type of printer do you use? Does it have to be ink jet or laser

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Thanks for watching it will work with either

[@melodymedlock160]

I had a lot more issues using the packing tape with candle wax. It just doesn’t stick well enough to remove much. Duct tape works great. If you want less distress then don’t stick it down fully just kind of lay it on. If you want more do the opposite. It works well for me.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes, the duck tape would have more adhesive

[@bonnietrant5252]

Those single petals remind me of hydrangea petals

[@samiayousry7379]

I would like to know why did you paint white paint on top of the black paint ?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

When you distress it pokes thru

[@nicoleperron3315]

I know this is an old video but I have a question, I tried mod podge years ago and it was for decoupage but it never dried. Everything remained sticky, a week later it was still sticky, I just threw it all away. People are still using this stuff, does it dry for everyone else??? What did i not understand?😂 I followed all the instructions.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I’ve never had that issue, so I’m not sure what was going on unless it was just too old and has spoiled

[@nicoleperron3315]

@@OurUpcycledLife it was a brand new jar I had bought when I first heard of it to try, I've never touched the stuff since 😂

[@pamelastansbury1407]

Could you add air dry clay figures to the board as well? Make a whole art scene...

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Sure can!

[@Thedistressedpainter]

Ever think of stiffening the white rope on the frame

[@bonnietrant5252]

I like the frames but I don't see a link to the transfer method?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I have lots of videos on my channel showing this technique have a look around

[@rachelkoiks]

I live in high humidity year round and it never occurred to me that maybe it’s the reason why certain things I do with my art/craft supplies are so time consuming & a struggle. Sometimes I would see something similar on KZbin and ask myself, “What am I doing wrong?” Edit: Like paint dry time, I know that’s gonna take long. But stuff like tape? Ohhhh

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes, I can definitely affect a lot of your crafting projects unfortunately

[@satribbett]

When you use cinnamon in the paint can you smell the cinnamon when everything is dry?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

Yes a little bit

[@leeanneshaw1899]

The black and gold frame just looked like a bad paint job until you put everything together

[@alicejump2290]

Frame me!

[@debbiebrown8752]

What state R U in??

[@gracemoore384]

She’s in the province of Ontario in Canada.I’m answering g in case she’s too busy to reply.

[@OurUpcycledLife]

I’m in Ontario Canada🇨🇦❤️

[@KatieWhite-rq7rc]

Can you print on colored paper?

[@OurUpcycledLife]

If your decoupaging but not with reverse technique