The 20 Best DIY Projects and Thrift Flips! DIY Home Decor on a Budget

[@sharonhughes588]

Dear sweet Sherry, I have already forgiven you for presenting me with the problem of trying to decide which of your projects I love best. I know you just didn't consider how hard that would be for someone like me! LOL!!! I have decided that, if I believed in reincarnation (which I don't), I would come back as you! I cannot imagine how your mind continuously works! Anyway, anything you added birds to would be at the top of any list of mine! I hope you and yours have a wonderfully blessed and happy Christmas!!!!

[@lovingmayberry307]

I do believe in reincarnation, so I will come back as Sherry. 😊❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! You are so sweet! Sharon, I do believe you love birds as much as I do! 😊

[@lydialangfordjoiner765]

I love the cleverness and craftiness behind all the projects! You have such great ideas whether the product is popular or not. It’s too hard to pick just one! I love the birds, so, the clock with the attached frame and bird inside is my choice. Thank you for all you do ,♥️. Happy New Year to the Queen of Decordom!

[@Kitty-mq2dw]

I love the grand father clock. ❤😊🎉

[@Keithanderson490]

Sending you warm Christmas wishes and hoping your holidays are filled with laughter, good food, and the company of loved ones. Merry Christmas!

[@debrabell2604]

Sherry you have the most wonderful creative mind I love all your flips, one of a kind fabulous. 🤗😊

[@anneburoker8908]

My vote for #1 is the grandfather clock. Thanks for sharing.

[@Keithanderson490]

May your Christmas be filled with the warmth of fireplaces, the sweetness of treats, and the joy of good company. Merry Christmas!

[@DawnDavidson]

I am astonished that you were able to do ANYthing with that ugly faux spoon! 😂 It’s not really my style, but it’s actually cute, which I never would have believed possible. As others have said, your creativity is off the charts. It’s a pleasure to watch how your mind works! So refreshing after oceans of the same old projects with pool noodles and buffalo plaid black and white ribbon. 😂

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you so much, Dawn! I know what you mean about the pool noodles-they are everywhere! Do you think Dollar Tree knows why they sell so many?!

[@suebarnard1734]

The lamp that has decoupaged blu and white napkin my absolute favorite! I also loved the dresser! Too many ❤ your imagination

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much!

[@kelleyhawk6595]

My fav is the bunny totem. 😊

[@Keithanderson490]

May your Christmas be filled with the warmth of fireplaces, the sweetness of treats, and the joy of good company. Merry Christmas!

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

Yes! The dictionary lamp is my favorite❤❤❤

[@kimphilpin1062]

I always love the ones you do using old clocks. X

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Kim! Clocks are definitely one of my favorites, too!

[@deloresfields3119]

I wish my brain could see a 1/4 of what your brain sees. lol. I never stop being amazed by everything you do. Thank you sweet Sherry for sharing your talents with us. God bless you in everything you do. Love you my Sweet Sister in Christ from Alabama.

[@kathyallen6238]

I can't believe all the work you put into the pleated lampshades--and how well they came out! i also loved the decoupaged blue and white lamp! As a dollhouse lover, I loved your book nook! I do a lot of scrapcrafting and smiled at your ingenuity! I think the blue grandfather clock/bookcase was the best!

[@lindacalfee5965]

Grandfather clock perfect

[@Keithanderson490]

Sending you warm Christmas wishes and hoping your holidays are filled with laughter, good food, and the company of loved ones. Merry Christmas!

[@gayeageeroth1884]

I absolutely love the grandfather clock but my favorite was the repurposed pumpkin. The fact that you used a spool of thread and had the bird holding the end was adorable.

[@elizabethmcintosh5238]

😅Grandfather clock gets my vote !m

[@Keithanderson490]

Sending you warm Christmas wishes and hoping your holidays are filled with laughter, good food, and the company of loved ones. Merry Christmas!

[@lynniepower6558]

Oh my goodness you are an incredible artist. You see things that others don't see and that's what makes it so fun to watch you work. I think to myself I would have never thought of that but she did and wow the end result is amazing

[@nancygillman4029]

That's hard to get to one project cuz there all great but the jewelry box and wall clock and the dresser are all tops

[@valeriehutzell1166]

Absolutely love how wonderfully your mind sees so many possibilities in ordinary items. You are truly amazing!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Valerie!☺️

[@chalmadanes405]

I’m always excited for you to post. This is a great review. I enjoyed watching them again.

[@antiquesrestoration3874]

So clever and such imagination. I'm in awe of people with creative brains!

[@leannm1696]

Girl, you know we cannot have just one favorite! You'd be hard pressed to find anything that I'd consider a "flop", you're the best! Much love from California ❤

[@conniecollins6506]

Love them all. But my No. 1 is the clock.

[@Keithanderson490]

Sending you warm Christmas wishes and hoping your holidays are filled with laughter, good food, and the company of loved ones. Merry Christmas!

[@heatherbrown4336]

Sherry I truly enjoy your videos thank you and Happy Holidays

[@catherinemoore4413]

The grandfather clock for sure gets #1. #2 for me are the no-sew fabric lamp shades and #3 is the decoupaged blue & white lamp base...I'm a blue and white girl. Truth is I also picked out 5 other projects along the way. I never miss your Monday release to see what you've come up with this time. You have made 2023 a very crafty time for me and I'm look forward to all you have in 2024. Have a great Christmas and many blessings in the New Year!

[@somebody1196]

I love your projects with bits of nature. I admire and appreciate your willingness to try anything that comes to mind and then showing the end results. Even the "oops!". That gives the rest of us the courage to be as daring as you. Keep leading, Sherry! ~Kathy

[@Justiceiscoming4you]

That grandfather clock is beautiful!

[@lesleybarnes2904]

The grandfather clock is my favourite, it’s a fantastic way of repurposing these items.

[@melissahyatt9626]

Man, it’s tough because they are all good. That grandfather clock though… whole other level of epic.

[@MelindaJones-wl8ei]

You are awesome

[@Keithanderson490]

May your Christmas be filled with the warmth of fireplaces, the sweetness of treats, and the joy of good company. Merry Christmas!

[@vickilawhorn8284]

They are all remarkable, but I am most drawn to: 1) rabbit garden stake with its lovely patina hue, 2) dresser transformation into the kitchen hutch was so beautiful and practical, 3) the decoupage lamp with the delft-style napkin. Wonderful! Looking forward to seeing your continued projects in 2024!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much, Vicki!

[@Keithanderson490]

May your Christmas be filled with the warmth of fireplaces, the sweetness of treats, and the joy of good company. Merry Christmas!

[@bonnieirwin1621]

I love the grandfather clock although I can't do that to mine. Looking forward to see what you have for next year. I wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas and a happy new year too!! Thank you for the inspiration you have given to so many of us looking for a warm, friendly face for guidance and show us how to use what we have in a new way. Thanks for sharing.

[@kathyficarotta598]

Without a doubt the grandfather clock was a masterpiece of which you should be very proud. well done!!!!

[@paulapike5773]

Absolutely impossible for me to pick a favorite. With each project, it became my favorite. You inspire me.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Paula!

[@lyndawise678]

My favorite DIY for 2023 was the Lamps. the white and blue tissue paper, and glass one. But I also loved the pleated lamp shade.

[@barbaranewland8220]

I love the grandfather clock. I have one that I want to paint. You have given me a idea for it now. Thank you.

[@Southeastgeorgiapeach]

Sherry, what a wonderful idea to do the best and worst compilation video!I was remembering and smiling the entire time. You are so honest and admit when you feel like a project has flopped. Looking forward to your creativeness for yet another year. Here’s hoping you and your family have a wonderful holiday season.

[@Sunsoul888]

Love them all Sherry. However #1 for me is the Grandfather clock...❤❤. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to you and your family.😊😊😊😊❤️💚🙏🙏🙏🎅🤶☃️☃️☃️☃️☃️☃️☃️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️ Pamela 🇺🇸 🇺🇸

[@terridantzic4361]

I love them all but lamp with the blue decoupage and the William Morris dresser are my favorites. Have a Merry Christmas!

[@lauragreen4899]

Wonderful to see all these great projects again. Could please do some more like the Sleepy Hollow picture but with different themes like Christmas, winter, spring, fall etc?

[@CanterburyCottage]

Great idea! I’ll have to think of a good story/poem for winter!

[@madisonreidphillips]

Sherry, the clock transformations are some of my all time favorite projects of yours! I love watching the sweet, adorable vignettes that you create inside of gutted out clocks! Whether they be filled with bunnies and birds or winter woodland creatures in a snowy forest! In fact, I'd love it so much if you would consider dedicating an entire video to creating new ones sometime in the coming months!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! I am writing this idea down. I would really enjoy doing an entire video of clock projects!

[@tinaharris7070]

That clock - book shelf! Stunning!

[@connietowler3725]

All of these DIY's are soooo Beautiful. Have to say that #1, the clock, is Gorgeous. I love love how you always seem to bring the outside into the inside. The rabbit on the pedestal is very pretty. Thank you. Merry Christmas and a Very Blessed and Healthy 2024 to you and your Family 🎄

[@Keithanderson490]

May your Christmas be filled with the warmth of fireplaces, the sweetness of treats, and the joy of good company. Merry Christmas!

[@jojow8416]

Oh how I love the last project, the clock. Before our move, my husband convinced me to put a number of items at the end of our driveway for others to take and one of those items was a clock like yours. Well, the Lord had blessed me with other wonderful treasures that your channel has renewed my creativity. Thank you!

[@heatherburrill]

So many beautiful creations- but by far the most unique furniture transformation was turning the grandfather clock into a bookshelf - beautiful and ingenious!

[@carolburton5853]

ALL of your projects are HUGE winners (well except for the relief butterflies, of course, which only reassures me that you are human just like us!). I must say that while the tiny pumpkin was probably the smallest and perhaps simplest project, I really loved it. The pearls were such a sweet little touch. Keep up the good work. I love it ALL. ❤

[@11212lala]

I think my fav is the grandfather clock. I love how you added the shelves. What a cool thing to change with the seasons. But so many things you did this year inspired me! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Blessings to you and yours from us here at Old Seven Oaks!

[@Keithanderson490]

May your Christmas be filled with the warmth of fireplaces, the sweetness of treats, and the joy of good company. Merry Christmas!

[@debradevine5014]

Sherry you are one of the best and I love your crafts you are so so talented and an inspiration!

[@sandrastaton19]

My vote is the grandfather clock. It is awesome!

[@natsen04]

The clock with the bird needed a small dim light inside to illuminate the background photo. Like a night light, that would look so cute at night!

[@lauracastillo6689]

# 1 the Best.

[@dorisbuckner]

Love the William Morris dresser, the book lamp the clear lamp, the bird clock also crazy about the pumpkin 😜

[@kathyhensley3790]

My favorite project was the MC totem, though I enjoyed the entire compilation. I would enjoy more MC inspired dupes. Have a blessed Christmas!

[@beverlypierce596]

Oh my goodness, it’s just too hard to pick just one. I loved so many of them. That adorable little “Book Nook” was one of the top contenders. The Book Sconce was right there too! The book stand!! Argh I’m a book person!

[@janjenisch9489]

I like the book stand with spindle base. So classically beautiful

[@lanet9442]

Can’t believe another year is ending! All your projects are very creative,

[@paulabeaulieu52]

I love the cutting board and bowl, but I also loved the blue and white lamp and shade. I will definitely be using both in my home!

[@pamsharp7656]

The bunny tote and the lamp cloche were my favorites. Thank you so much for your wonderful creations.

[@maryfrankey3102]

Hi Sherry, What a wonderful video with all your talented treasures ❤ The grandfather clock shelf was truly amazing ❣️

[@mariaybarra1054]

My favorites were the lamp, the lamp shade, the spool garland and the spring wreath. The spool garland would come in no. 1. Thanks for sharing.

[@imkindaartsyfartsy]

You are so clever, creative, imaginative and resourceful! You’re a shining example of what a lady with these talents and a great stash can do! Lol the clock is my favorite 😊

[@chastam2642]

Merry Christmas and happy new year to you and yours! I love the grandfather clock but my favorite is the McKenzie child garden totem. I’m still actively gathering pieces to recreate it for my garden. That said, one of my favorite videos of yours would be when you decorated your patio. The large light fixture plant stand was genus! Please do more garden spaces. I need ideas!!

[@kayleenkennedy6018]

My favorite is the bunny post. Thank you, Sherry. Merry Christmas to you & yours!

[@pamcadd8658]

Sherry, this was a delightful trip through your year of projects! I'm constantly amazed at the stuff you find in thrift stores, and the creative ways you use them. My favorite, though, is the rabbit totem. Yours is better than the inspiration one. Best wishes for a blessed Christmas and wonderful new year, from one of your fans in Washington state.

[@Keithanderson490]

May your Christmas be filled with the warmth of fireplaces, the sweetness of treats, and the joy of good company. Merry Christmas!

[@debbiestyer453]

Love the m-c dupe... fantastic. The clock is perfect!

[@juliacockroft8745]

It’s always difficult to choose a favorite from your projects. The glass cloche lamp, the jewelry box terrarium, the blue & white pleated lamp shade and the blue & white lamp are all favorites. But the grandfather clock bookcase is unquestionably my very favorite. Thanks for the memories! 💝

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Julia! Happy new year!

[@mikki3961]

The grandfather clock was a terrific transformation. I really liked the cutting board/bowl and third the pleated lamp shades. Here's to a prosperous and happy 2024!

[@Taliesin1997]

The grandfather clock makeover is absolutely my favorite! I had forgotten about this project!

[@sabrinamarriott-b3k]

No 1 the William Morris chest of drawers No 2 the rabbit garden totem. Keep on crafting.

[@constanceblair6625]

Just when I think I have a favorite project, I see the next one aaannnd that one becomes my favorite, so its safe to say I love them all! I can't wait to see what you have in store for us in the upcoming year.

[@karenbreslauer2053]

My favorite hands down was the clock with the filigree frame attached to the front (# 19 ) But the spindle project was lovely And I’m especially fond of blue and white so the lamp was gorgeous And have always admired your cloche lamp. Wish you didn’t get rid of that . Thanks Karen from Florida 💕🌴

[@vm5610]

Tough choice! I was pretty impressed with the grandfather clock transformation. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! Merry Christmas and happy new year to you, too!

[@itzasunnyday4me]

Thanks for refreshing our memories on these great projects. Watching your videos was a good source of inspiration for me all year! The grandfather clock gets my vote.

[@shellydehart8217]

Gee Sherry, that’s a kinda tough to do as I think each one needs the recognition for being so awesome n adorable but if I must it has to be that grandfather clock. It really turned out beautiful. Merry Christmas to you n to your family. ♥️♥️😊👍👍🌟👍🎄

[@AmandandSteve]

My favourite pieces were the string of wooden bunting and the William Morris cabinet. Just lovely 🤩 xx

[@SherryNerreau]

There were so many projects in this video I loved Sherry. But if you want us to pick one as our favorite, I pick the Grandfather style clock you found at the side of the road and made over. So beautiful. But I'm adding the Mackenzie Childs rabbit totem as my second place project and the Book Nook as my third. At least I have to give them honorable mention as I liked them so much. 😊

[@Keithanderson490]

May your Christmas be filled with the warmth of fireplaces, the sweetness of treats, and the joy of good company. Merry Christmas!

[@srellimeus]

The grandfather clock and the blue and white napkin lamp are my favorites. Just beautiful.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you!

[@normiejeanj]

Amazing as always. Number 1 for me would be the clock. The shelves and the styling was next level.

[@pattischolten7303]

Oh my goodness - I love so many of these redo's. I love the lamp with the blue onion napkin. I love the grandfather clock. I love the dictionary lamp. I love them all! Thank you for these videos.

[@pameladeruvo2189]

I absolutely love the grandfather clock and the small clock.

[@melindashahan6836]

The grand clock is so BEAUTIFUL!

[@diandreawilliams1799]

The Grandfather clock is my favorite in this video. I truly enjoy all of your clock projects.

[@lauradicristofano972]

All of them are wonderful! Thanks for your inspiration! Happy Holidays!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! You too!

[@candacegaylord2543]

My favorite was the wteath of eggs and feathers, but I am bound to day I was impressed with all of the projects.

[@cynthiaann4465]

My favorite was the cloche lamp. 👍

[@deborahdavey1743]

Sherry, once more you have outdone yourself in showing 2023 projects that you have done, including a couple that were not particularly successful which is both brave and generous and just so you. I have to say once more all the lamps, but particularly the cloche lamp as you can bring in the changes of the seasons with it. My number one must be the large grandfather clock turned into a shelving unit as my favourites. I so look forward to sharing my Tuesday evenings with you while I watch you once more produce wonderful items in your weekly projects. Week after week you continue to astound me with your imagination and generosity in sharing it with us. Look forward to 2024. I wish you a wonderful filled Christmas and magical joy filled 2024.

[@margarettallett762]

Pick 1?? HA! William Morris makeover for your kitchen, grandfather clock book case, book wall sconce... okay this list could go on! Your endless AMAZING creativity has me in awe Sherry. Thank you so much for sharing yourself with us! ❤🎉Merry Christmas AND 🎉Happy New Year🎉❤

[@CatsAreCutiess]

The Grandfather clock was number one in my opinion! loved.

[@pamelanelson4817]

I vote for the wreath with the eggs and feathers. So many pretty ones!

[@suebarnard1734]

I loved the grandfather clock. The pleated lamp shade! My favorite was the decoupaged lamp. Truly you are an artist!

[@journalsbyfranca1272]

My favorite project is the Library Book Lamp made from an old dictionary. I love it so much. I actually love all of your projects; however, anything book related is what steals my heart! ❤️

[@ljones98391]

I can’t choose just one! My favorites are the bunny tower and the grapevine wreath with speckled eggs. The grandfather clock is stunning too. They are all unique, creative and lovely. Your creativity is amazing.

[@beeline22]

Good afternoon, Sherry! Thank you for sharing this year's best diys. Your creativity is such an inspiration for my own diys. I wish you a wonderful Christmas and continued success on your channel in 2024. ❤, Bobbie. xoxo

[@CanterburyCottage]

Good afternoon, Bobbie! I can’t believe that I will be starting my third year on KZbin this February. Time really does fly. Hope you and your family have a lovely Christmas and happy new year!

[@donnavolkert3223]

I liked them all. Hands down the grandfather clock is my favorite.

[@elke-d7c]

Definitely the grandfather clock. How incredible!!

[@sylviashanabrough6515]

My top three are the bunny totem, lamp cloche, and the blue white lamp. All of our projects are so creative and pretty it is really hard to chose. Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Number one is hands down the grandfather clock.

[@youdontspeakforme4339]

The grandfather clock transformation is definitely my favorite but I don’t expect to find one on the side of the road. lol. I’ll have a much better chance with the cutting board/ bowls. What a great idea and you can always find those at thrift stores. Thanks for the trip down memory lane. Can’t wait to see what you do in 2024. Merry Christmas 🎄

[@rmayfairecottage]

Such a great video! All your projects are very inspiring so it's hard to choose. I think my vote for the best one would be the dresser with the broken foot. It turned out so beautifully and is very functional as well. Looking forward to your projects in the new year!

[@sharonzotoff3975]

My favorites...hands down...the dresser and the clock. I really wish I had your vision when it comes to repurposing. Most times all I see is junk. You see a world of possibilities.

[@sandrahenson1843]

Oh Sherry, I did love the rabbit tower. And, of course the clock. However, the neighbors china cabinet they gave to you turned out incredible. I just love your work.

[@lindabarrington5400]

Happy holidays to you and your family. I love the book stand. I’m going to attempt to make one.

[@dodgingbullets3503]

🪔I love the clear lamp with the books inside it..wow!!...One of a kind...You went the extra mile when you put the red thread in the birds mouth...oh my♥♥