Thrift to Treasure - 5 Thrift Flips using DIY Paint and Decoupage Paper - Prepping for Antique Acres

In today's video I'll be taking 5 items that I've recently thrifted and flip them into beautiful treasures using DIY Paint and Decoupage Paper. I'm testing out papers to see which one I like best. If you have any suggestions on papers that you love...let me know if the comments section. What is your favorite Decoupage paper. I'm currently prepping and preparing for the Antique Acres vendor event in May. I've been pulling items that I'll be using in the different vignettes and flipping them to create beautiful displays. Continue to follow along as I get ready for this awesome barn sale!!
Antique Acres
May 20 - 21
The event is on my Facebook page for more details
Join my group page:
Sonnet’s Garden Blooms Creative Outlet Group Page
*All items can be ordered on my website: www.sonnetsgardenblooms.com*
Follow me:
Website: www.sonnetsgardenblooms.com/st...
Instagram: @sonnetsgardenblooms
Facebook: / sonnetsgardenblooms
I now have a PO Box!! If you have something you'd like to see me flip or use...feel free to send it to me and I will do an unboxing:
Sonnet's garden blooms
P.O. Box 1443
Appleton, WI 54915
My Booth Locations:
Ye Old Goat
1919 E Calumet St
Appleton, Wi 54915
Antique Up - Kimberly
850 E Maes St
Kimberly, Wi 54136
Water Street Vintage
207 W North St
New London, Wi 54961
#thrifthaul #thrifting #iod #iodstamps #iodmoulds #diypaint #diywaxes #upcycled #thrifttotreasure #farmhousestyle #trashtotreasure #farmhousedecor #sonnetsgardenblooms
Disclosure Statement:
These links contain affiliate links and I will receive a commission for items purchased through these links at no extra cost to you.

[@candaceday8402]

Rather than smoothing with your hands try putting some Saran wrap over the project and smooth with your fingers on top of that - then you won't stick to it to pull/rip it - it's a nice smooth application that way...

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you for the suggestion! ❤️ I haven’t used a lot of decoupage paper so love the tips!

[@tinamobley9408]

This really works well, I do it all the time now.

[@KMF3]

Or try a sponge I've tried both and I think a sponge works better.

[@lillianmcclinton8866]

Źź​@@SonnetsGardenBlooms b

[@lillianmcclinton8866]

​@@SonnetsGardenBloomsqqq

[@ambermoy8147]

Also Sonnet.. let the paper dry completely after the top coat of liquid patina and then sand in a downward motion around the edge of the paper and the paper will just fall off. Use like a 220 or 320 grit. You edges will be so much cleaner, crisper and neater!

[@sarahrenfrow9795]

Amber, once the project is totally dry, one of the big Emory board’s from Sally’s (or the Dollar Tree) will work for the sanding,.

[@cynguidry0601]

The step stool is my favorite. Your taste is so cool! I ❤️ DIY paint! Also IOD stamps.

[@ambermoy8147]

I would recommend never putting your hands or fingers on the paper. Use a ball of saran wrap to smooth out your paper after you lay it down. The reason your paper tore was because you already started putting liquid patina on top of the paper to seal it in, rubbed it with your fingers and then lifted it and put it back down. I would recommend that if you have to lift it to adjust it or get wrinkles out, do all of that before you put any of your liquid patina on the top of the paper. Also I would only reccomend lifting it up once in a certain area. You definitely do not want to lift like the right side up, lay it back down and lift it again... it will definitely tare. Do try the JRV papers though if you haven't already. You know I wouldn't steer you in the wrong direction 😁❤️

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Another great tip!! Thank you!!

[@ambermoy8147]

@@SonnetsGardenBlooms you are very welcome my friend. I absolutely love how fierce you are 💖 I love that you are not afraid to jump into something that you are not 100% familiar with and give it a try 😊 It is like you learn right along with us and that is why you and your channel are by far one of my most favorites 💜💜💜

[@janinegiordano5265]

Another tip is wait for the adhesive to dry before you try and cut it. The paper is less likely to get destroyed. It takes patience which I don't always have...hahaha

[@ambermoy8147]

For the inset ones use a craft knife once the paper has dried with the liquid patina on top. Then do you second coat of liquid patina on top and it will be flawless 😁

[@annagrechka5774]

My cousin does decoupage, and she’s using napkins and the best selection they have at Tuesday morning stores, they always very pretty and always different ones.

[@rhondasales5176]

Love the projects you shared. When I decoupage I make sure that I put the modge podge on all the paper and let it completely dry and then it is easier to cut and remove the excess. For the riser let it dry completely and then in a downward motion rub with 220 sandpaper and it comes right off. 😊 thank for sharing.

[@CPSMELSER]

Instead of cutting the paper where you want the edges to be If you lightly wet the edge of the paper . I love the affects of wetting it . Also you Saran Wrap when smoothing out the paper instead of using your bare hands. Glue will not stick to your hands . Love this video . So so 🥰 cute. Loved them all . Have a blessed evening 💞

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Page! ❤️ I appreciate the tips!!

[@KMF3]

I like seeing other people's problems that they have when they're crafting. Honestly I think that makes videos so much better because it shows us the potential problems that you can run into and then we can all discuss some potential solutions. I hate that KZbinrs make things look so easy and then I go to try it and I don't understand what I'm doing wrong. Decoupaging has been one of those things that is not easy for me.

[@pamelacook7933]

I have had the paper tear, too, but if you can salvage a piece of the same coloring from your surrounding paper, it can be added on top and once lightly distressed, you really can’t tell. The flower was busy enough to hide the boo boo.

[@MsJet1]

On the stool, you could have cut out part of the flower and decoupaged it on the top. Everything turned out so well!

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Great idea JoAnn! I could still do it!

[@lindsaydrozek4999]

Agree with Candace. Use cling wrap instead of your fingers. It won't tear.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thanks Lindsay!

[@deanna777]

If you want that pop of color on the stool, you could paint the butterfly. Then restamp it like you did the flower. I think the breadboard is my favorite too. 🧡

[@janinegiordano5265]

I love the redesign with Prima papers. They are super durable. They are more like a dryer sheet than "paper"

[@broussardfamily1]

Everything turned out so beautiful! The little suitcase is actually an old typewriter case. I highly recommend JRV decoupage papers - they are gorgeous & very high quality. 🌻

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Roxanne!! ❤️ Someone else mentioned the typewriter case…never even thought about that!

[@doloresrose371]

Suitcase was my favorite! Loved it! It would be nice as you talked at the end, you would be showing all of your pieces that you worked on, since you don't show it long enough for my taste. Love your items that you upcycle!

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you for the suggestion Dolores! ❤️

[@tonjaroman9703]

Loved them all but the coral on the cutting board stood out. Coral is one of my favorite colors anyway.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Tonja! I’m loving coral too!!

[@SarahsOctoberHome]

The cutting board turned out so pretty. I’ve never used a transfer. It looks like so much fun.✨

[@Kzwief]

If you use soft gel (I like Golden Soft Gel) to apply decoupage paper you can list and adjust the paper with it ripping. It has a longer “open time” that allows you to move it around a bit.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you for the tip! ❤️

[@sharonhendricks9706]

I would suggest you try Roycycled papers. I love the way they look and turn out on projects. I was wondering when you did the breadboard if using dark wax on the green edges would've changed the color tone enough to blend with the front green, but I like the coral color on it. That little case turned out pretty cute. And so many times the leaves on plants will actually have a tinge of the bloom color in them somewhere, so that was a happy little accident and not a problem! That little bit of color outside the lines gives the overall look "character", LOL, but that's the way many water color pictures are....so you're an artist!

[@aseretstudio1724]

Thanks for sharing. If you trace where you want to cut, instead of cutting on trace line, take a wet Qtip and apply on the trace line and gently tear...try on a small piece to see if the particular paper works with this technique first...I have found it to work well. Maybe you have had someone offer this tip before...it also works with napkins and Mulberry paper. Love all the projects!

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thanks for the tip!! ❤️

[@ambermoy8147]

I see that you are using Roycycled Treasures papers... I haven't watched the video yet to see if you liked them, I am just in the beginning where you are showing the papers. If you like Roycycled then you will LOVE JRV Decoupage Papers! I used to use Roycycled and many others until I found JRV papers and now there is no going back lol 😜❤️

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

I do love the roycycled paper!!

[@tracyross5041]

Royce has the BEST decoupage paper. No one even comes close.

[@maddyf8398]

I like Roycycled Papers and Monahan Papers (smaller sizes) for variety of styles…everything from floral, farmhouse,industrial, typography, French, you name it.

[@susanconnolly3943]

I am obsessed with Roycycled. They have the coolest paper and designs. They are super easy to use, nice weight.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

I agree! I actually was using a roycycled paper and love them!!

[@norakager4098]

Hi Sonnet, let the medium under the decoupage paper dry then take your razor to cut off excess paper

[@norakager4098]

Also it doesn’t take much to tear decoupage paper by just brushing ,I try not to brush over the same place more than twice.

[@crystalparker2542]

You can also.just lightly sand the dry edge of the paper and the excess will come right off

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Great tip! Thank you!!

[@Bodiy]

Just another thought take a picture first of what you going to take apart I worked as a mechanic for several years and I would take a picture before I took anything apart so I would know where they went back🤔

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Great idea Margie! ❤️ I kept bumping all those pieces

[@CreateYourOwnCozy]

Loved the suitcase you did! Those IOD stamps and all the ways you can use them! As always, great video and can’t wait for Friday’s video!

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Heather!! ❤️

[@jenwithonen3192]

I think maybe If you let the decopauge dry, then Use a razor blade (tiered tray) it’s a cleaner cut

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

That’s what a few others said too! I’m loving decoupage but haven’t used a ton so I love all the tips! Thank you!! ❤️

[@kathrynschamanski3766]

Oh my word! You are so creative...I loved the "suit case!" It was so clever to restamp the image on the painted version. My favorite? Hard to say...they were all pretty great! I thought that when you are taking something apart and keeping track of all the bits of the project, you could take photos to show how they came apart! Looking forward to what you come up with on Friday!

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Kathryn! ❤️ another viewer suggested taking a photo too! Great idea!!

[@TheSecondhandGem]

I really liked the decopauge cutting board! And the idea of stamping, painting, and then restamping was great! I have to try that! 😊

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you!! ❤️

[@conniesanders9755]

Love the technique you used on the “suitcase”. Think the gold was a great touch to the metal band, the clasps and the little feet. Thanks for sharing.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Connie!!❤️

[@dawnweeber6400]

Everything turned out really well. Just wanted to say that if you waited for the patina to dry on the tier tray it would of been much easier to remove the sides. my favorite was the suitcase

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Dawn! ❤️

[@margaretrushlow5888]

I just loved your Decopage of the suitcase. Honestly, I was skeptical when you started painting the flower. When you placed the stamp on the flower it was genius. Quite beautiful and my favorite.

[@pattymartin1496]

I just used a decoupage tissue paper I purchased from Zazzle and had great results with it. My husband actually thought I painted the picture I decoupage on a tray.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Wow! That’s awesome!! I’ll check it out!

[@ambermoy8147]

My favorite Decoupage paper by far is the JRV Decoupage paper by Jami Ray Vintage. I absolutely love their stencils too, hands down the best on the market and their stencil brushes as well 💯❤️

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thanks for the tip! I’ll have to try it!

[@nancychannel8513]

To eliminate rips in the paper try either Saran Wrap or my favorite is to smooth the decoupage paper with a dry brush, not one that has glue on it

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Great tip Nancy!! ❤️

[@anitabarker3125]

I loved them all my favorite was the suitcase.that was awesome to stamp,paint and stamp again. It was beautiful.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Anita!! ❤️

[@charlotted6247]

Sonnet you painted Stamps are as pretty at the papers. It's so pretty. I like how all the pieces come together and can work together or separate. I also have to say it's good that you show what can happen and how to fix it. Ive watched channels before and seems too perfect. We know you're definitely Superwoman but showing that tear made me realize I'm not the only one!!! Have a wonderful week. See ya Friday.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Charlotte! ❤️ I like to show the good, the bad and the ugly…I think that’s the saying…lol! No one’s perfect and I continue to learn every day! You have a wonderful week too!

[@tinagranados2018]

I am so sorry that someone was so rude and obviously jealous that they would be mean. You always have outstanding items are you are one of my favorites and I use a lot of your ideas. You do you and don’t worry about what is said. ☺️

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Tina! I appreciate the kind words! 🤗❤️

[@judyhumphrey7231]

Hi Sonnet! I can recommend Roycycled decoupage papers. They are definitely my favorite! I use Saran Wrap over the decoupage medium and then smooth with your hand. I also use the iron method also.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Judy! I was using Roycycled and loved it! Others g he Ave recommended the Saran Wrap so I’ll be trying that! Thank you!! ❤️

[@stephaniebreault4378]

Loved the projects. I found to let the item dry and then use an exacto knife to cut excess paper so it doesn’t tear so easily. Enjoy your videos.

[@davidhicks4294]

We loved the suitcase and you painting the flowers then restamping the image…AMAZING!!

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you!! 🤗❤️

[@ambermoy8147]

JRV DECOUPAGE PAPER!!! Also with their line, they work with you. They have papers, stencils, brushes, wood turned pieces, etc. You can carry one or you can carry them all. I would highly recommend their papers, stencils and even their brushes ❣️😁❤️

[@kajlove1]

I love to use the napkins at Tuesday Morning for decoupage . They are so beautiful! 🥰 The suitcase is my absolute favorite! I have to try that😱!!!!

[@rossdesiree82]

Loved all these projects! The idea of stamping, hand painting then restamping details on the suitcase was amazing. Have you tried JRV decoupage paper? They have a heavier weight so less tearing but still light enough to see beautiful details.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Desiree! ❤️ I’m definitely going to try JRV!

[@candyclay1266]

Hey sonnet,Melissa marrow at vintage bee design has amazing products and napkins too for decouoage. She is her on you tube as well

[@zullo3529]

The breadboard is my favorite. The flower is beautiful. I also loved the suitcase. Great technique. I recommend JRV decoupage paper. It’s great to work with. Thanks Sonnet

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Stephanie!! ❤️

[@joanndeisenroth9031]

I do love that peach colored decoupage paper. It will look great on the white!

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you JoAnn!! ❤️

[@tinagranados2018]

I love Prima Re-Design decoupage paper because I love the vintage papers. I use both paper and their tissue paper. It goes on well and looks wonderful. All of your projects are outstanding and I know you will do well at your upcoming sale.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Tina! ❤️ I’ll check them out!

[@lorraineophoff4984]

The stamped, painted, and restamped suitcase turned out beautifully! However, I am more interested in cutting boards, so that’s my favorite today!

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Lorraine!! ❤️

[@jessicakrattiger1995]

JRV decoupage papers are my favorite. I just bought some Roycycled papers. I have used a lot of papers in the past too.

[@trinapatterson8872]

Roycycled papers are amazing and jrv has some good ones as well

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

The paper I used was Roycycled. I haven’t tried JRV yet but I will! Thank you Trina!! ❤️

[@shirleylentz862]

My favorite was also the bread board. Love the decoupage paper.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

The paper was beautiful! Thank you Shirley! ❤️

[@MOrtiz-tm4qe]

I am surprised that you don't have 200,000 followers! You are a gifted artist. I love that you use so much color and different styles.

[@lydialangfordjoiner765]

Beautiful items! Thank you-you have great ideas and make very pretty things. (I would turn the large flower upside down on the cutting board so the handle is the branch- it’s just such a lovely flower and that way more of it can be enjoyed.)

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Lydia!!❤️

[@tishka1972]

I love JRV, Roycycled and Monoghan papers.

[@cynthiahicks1909]

Oh wow Sonnet- I see those vintage suitcases all the time! If we lived closer I would just get them for you. I think my favorite project was the little bench- so darn cute- would be great with some plants on it or as a riser at your booth or show.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

I wish you lived closer too! 🤣 thank you!! ❤️

[@CandyB843]

Love your projects! I can't pick a favorite decoupage paper! I love Queen Bee papers, Rocycled, and JRV! The DIY making powders would of been perfect for painting over your peony project! I just received my order and can't wait to try them out with my stamps! Thank you for all the inspiration! I love your channel!

[@suzettejennings6600]

I loved them all but my favorite was the stool.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Suzette!! ❤️

[@jadestone8552]

My goodness I love the “suitcase”…..it is beautiful! I like all the projects. You did a fantastic job on all of them.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Jade!! ❤️

[@ambermoy8147]

You did color blocking with your peony stamp 🎉😁 I am so excited‼️ It turned out so amazing 😍 I absolutely love to color block with my stamps, it is so much fun! This was a great video Sonnet! Thank you so much for sharing with us and always being such a huge inspiration ❤️

[@sherrymcsherry2984]

So…. I super loved the decoupage papers used. That coral print is gorgeous. I loved how your little suitcase turned out.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Sherry!! ❤️

[@cheryleaston6820]

Love the bread board as well. The coral color of the flower is beautiful.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Cheryl! ❤️

[@karenharriman5114]

Try letting it dry before you put the top coat on so it doesn't saturate the paper so much. It makes it wrinkle less and not rip so easy. Hope that helps. Pastor Karen

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thanks for the tip!! ❤️

[@starmead283]

Really liked them all but the suitcase was really my favorite was wondering how to color them in!

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Jorge!! ❤️

[@janeparker6447]

I love the little bench. I actually picked it up and put it back down again now I could kick myself. LOL have a great week.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you!! Oh no!! I’ve been searching for little risers to create height in my displays so I grabbed it the minute I saw it!!

[@lisafriend5535]

I loved ALL of these flips.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Lisa!! ❤️

[@Pherine1]

My favourite was the three tier tray, but I liked all of them x x

[@ambermoy8147]

One last comment haha 🤣 Try using your masks that are in with your stamps when stamping with a flower and with leaves. It always looks so much better! The sisters have a lot of videos on masking with stamps, check some out. You will love the technique and how much it makes your overall project look so professional ❣️❤️

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Great suggestion! I used them on a dresser I did and I completely agree! This little case I wanted that artsy effect.

[@ambermoy8147]

@@SonnetsGardenBlooms ❣️❤️❣️

[@hawthorngrove3629]

The only decoupage paper I have tried is Tim Holtz and it was fantastic

[@karenbutcher5921]

You could watercolor the butterfly coral if you’d like to add color. 😀

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Great idea Karen!! ❤️

[@nancychannel8513]

I love working with rice paper

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Someone else suggested I try that too! Thanks!

[@margiewhatley5788]

Hi Sonnet, The technique on the suitcase was very cool and finished item fabulous. As I was watching the final clip of the tiered tray I thought that cutting the inside edge with a rolling pizza cutter might work well to remove excess, just a thought as I have not tried.

[@tammyr6669]

I love the bread board and the suitcase is AMAZING! Stamping over top the paint was perfect! ♥️

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Tammy!! ❤️

[@krismcguire4337]

Decoupage Queen rice paper is the best!

[@sharondelgado8798]

Hi Sonnet, I highly recommend Roycycled treasures and JRV decoupage papers. Be sure to check out the Roycycled KZbin channel. Royce is fantastic at decoupage, I have learned so much from her! Thanks for sharing all of your great videos!

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

The paper I used was Roycycled. All her papers were so beautiful! Thank you!! ❤️

[@janieporter6434]

Love the suitcase!!

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Janie!! ❤️

[@loridesormeaux9886]

Love the suitcase!❤

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Lori!! ❤️

[@trotting-along-thrifting]

Everything looks amazing but my favorite was the suitcase

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Tammie!! ❤️

[@davidhicks4294]

Love the peach paint color!

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you!! ❤️

[@janinechrispell5296]

Everything is beautiful! 💟✝️

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Janine! ❤️

[@nicolecapote1724]

I LOVE Decoupage Queen Papers!!!!

[@maggieflatt9686]

Nice flips. The plaque and the cutting board were my favorites.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Maggie!! ❤️

[@candaceday8402]

I would suggest trying some rice paper - you might like that too work with better... Blessings!

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

I’ll look into that too.

[@karenharriman5114]

Could you please tell us what the decoupage paper that you used today was? I love that paper and would like to try it out. Thanks so much, Pastor Karen.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

It was Roycycled paper. I was trying to get opinions so I didn’t mention the brand.

[@corrine_djm1769]

tearing is easy...use crumbled plastic wrap to press out wrinkles...way better

[@leighannlee8097]

Love all the Upcycled projects! Question - what paint brushes do you like the best? I checked your website but did not see that you sell any.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you! ❤️ I’ve been testing out a bunch of different brushes and I haven’t settled on a favorite just yet! I’d like to carry whatever I decide I love!!

[@surfincincindy1185]

I love Monahan papers you can buy them directly too!!!! cindy : )

[@lilybecerra2035]

Everything is so beautiful 😍

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Lily!! ❤️

[@pattyruth14]

Jrv decoupage paper is great.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

I’ll have to try it out!

[@christinehicks1350]

I would like to know the brand of the coral floral decoupodge paper. I would like to use for a project for my mother.

[@memesfarmhousedesigns9254]

I can’t wait for the CENTERIZED T-shirts!!! You are so much fun! ♥️Beckie Palmer, aka Meme

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

I’m getting them made for sure!! Thank you Beckie!! 🤗❤️

[@sandrasanders9290]

I like the tiered tray and the suitcase is amazing!

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Sandra!! ❤️

[@ruthdasch7636]

Love the technique you did on the suitcase.

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

Thank you Ruth! ❤️

[@KMF3]

I really don't like mod podge after using it for so long. I found a really old medium amongst my mom's old art supplies and I don't remember the name of it but it's way better than mod podge.

[@KMF3]

Maybe you should have not gone over the paper with the decoupage medium until it had dried. That's what I've always heard. Unless maybe your decoupaging something that has more weight to it like cloth. I don't think that matters if you go over the top of it right away. At least that's been my experience.

[@lorraineophoff4984]

Can you use the finished cutting board as a hot plate when dry?

[@SonnetsGardenBlooms]

I’ll test it out! I honestly don’t know!

[@shelbythedford4352]

Do you have a video of doing your barn quilts?

[@marjiponsford-thompson1500]

Loved it all, paticularily the suitcase. Did you seal the suitcase before paining and stamping ??