Upcycling Challenge: Transforming Out-Dated Spring & Easter Decor

[@CanterburyCottage]

Let me know. Did you like or dislike that this video started with a teaser and made you wait to see how the lamb turned out?

[@mariafrain-bp6iq]

To the lady who is depressed. I'm feeling for you. I hope you have support and I agree watching these videos is calming and inspirational. Im sending you a virtual hug❤

[@marthadueck6461]

Heres a HUG from me to her also. I went though one today and I came and put on a crafting video. These ladies lift me up with their ideas.

[@pamheath7184]

GIRL!! I'm not even going to try to pick a favorite. The whole video is so wonderful. Thank you😊

[@CanterburyCottage]

Glad you liked it!! Thank you, Pam!

[@martinabuenning2763]

My favorite is the idea to use old book pages to covers plastic eggs. I have a lot of very old books and I‘m always happy over a new idea to use them 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@CanterburyCottage]

So glad you liked this idea, Martina!😊

[@bethbenson1931]

I know! Wasn't that a great idea? And cutting strips of book pages to make a nest was just brilliant! Shall try to do that myself. 😊

[@JanPetersen-lm4th]

Sherry - you made my heart sing! The bunny turned out perfectly imperfect! I love Mr. McGregor's little house and hope I can make a similar one. My favorite was the little basket holding the eggs.. Sweetness overload. I think one of your signatures is a bird holding something in its beak!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Jan! You are right that I always think birds should have a little surprise in their beaks!

[@cynthiaann4465]

I LOVE the paper whites transformation. The blue and white bowl is so pretty. You amaze me how you think outside the box!!

[@bari2883]

I enjoyed the entire video . I’ve seen the Peter rabbit clock done before in frames but yours was adorable. Loved the white flowers in the blue and white urn also. Thanks for starting the video by cutting off Shaun the sheep’s legs it was a great intro.

[@kathyallen6238]

That lamb was adorable! Lovely repair on the rabbit! Loved the egg basket and the watering can, too!

[@sandiecole3274]

The lamb is so precious, I love him, but he needs a bell around his neck. Sherrie, I always admired the cream & green leaf S&P shakers in your videos, so I was so thrilled to see them in your shop, so I bought them. Thank you for listing them, Hugs Sandie from Texas.

[@annettemurielle]

My absolute favourite was the little blocks with the bunnies and eggs. So cute! 🙂

[@annenickmom]

All of these projects are so adorable! Now I need to dig out all of the bunnies, birds, and baskets left over from last years' good intentions and fix them up for spring.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Yes!😀

[@valeriebigley8759]

That lamb is adorable. I also loved the Peter Rabbit one❤

[@janiebirdthorn]

Hey Sherry! I love the Peter Rabbit clock shadow box, definitely my favorite, but the rocking lamb was a close second! I thought of you today when my mail came, I won an entire lot of vintage birds and thought, “Sherry would love these!”, as I opened them! ❤ I’m digging out all of my spring items this week, and will take a cue from you as I revamp some of my older things. I have a whole series of different sized cloches running down the center of my dining room table, and will have a fun time creating little vignettes in each of them. I’m so ready for spring!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Good afternoon, Janie! Aren’t vintage birds the best and so hard to find?! I love the idea of a row of cloches down the dining room table; I’m sure you will create an adorable vignette!

[@sueayers7065]

Especially love the orange box with Peter Rabbit and his coat. Another standout is decoupaging the plastic eggs and arranging them in the basket with greenery. Very high end looking. And, as usual, all of these are great. As another retired English teacher, I also love how you correctly use the word "lie" instead of "lay", a balm for all the times I've heard people use those words incorrectly!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Sue! I actually think that so few people know the difference between lay and lie, that most people probably think I should have said “lay”!😜

[@sueayers7065]

@@CanterburyCottage I hear you. I read so much incorrect grammar when grading essays I got to the point that I had to check to make sure I was correct.

[@margiebramer2384]

Each one just got better and better!!! I loved them all!!! Your brain must be so full of ideas and your craft room must have amazing inventory!!!

[@chellepitts1990]

Omigosh!!! I LOVE that carrot basket for the front door!! Just adorable!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, I’m so glad you liked it, Chelle!😊

[@PellyjellyMom]

Sherry all r these adorable bunnies and lambs made me smile. That carrot basket is just adorable. Still snowing out my way so a touch of Easter gave a little warming on a chilly day.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Linda! It was warm and sunny here today, but it is supposed to snow a little Wednesday. That’s Illinois weather for you!

[@JoPerkins-h4t]

Sherry, your imagination is amazing! I really look forward to seeing what you come up with each video.

[@barbkrieser8972]

Sherrie!!!! Cannot pick a favorite!!! Your love for birds is so prominent in all you do!!! What joyful Spring decor....(Actually, the Little Lamb is my favorite!)

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Barb! I just found a large ziploc bag full of birds at Goodwill today, so I’m restocked!

[@sheilabain1421]

100% improvement with the lamb. And orange clock. Very cute 😊❤

[@suedaloisio9463]

The carrot basket is my favorite. So cute.

[@Syddy-qw7dn]

I thoroughly enjoyed today's video. That little rocking lamb is the cutest. I have to say it was my favorite project.

[@alicejump2290]

Some people might say “I don’t have those things” that not the point you teach us to use our imagination and to use your techniques to transform what we have or can find! Love them all! Blessed days!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! Yes, I did try to choose a couple things that I thought most people would have-an old wicker basket and plastic eggs, but the other items were just for inspiration.

[@kelleyhawk6595]

@@CanterburyCottage The LAMB, looks like a Patience Brewster piece, (she designs for Mackenzie Childs), if it is one of hers it probably was part of a spring Easter collection. The larger reindeer like your lamb usually sell for $100. & up. If any of her older pieces r rare, the price will go way up.

[@janetdavis5619]

The carrot and watering can were my faves today, Sherrie!

[@barbbell6291]

I just loved Mr Mc Gregors space made from the old clock frame, it is so cute! I also loved the book pages glued to the plastic eggs, such a great idea. Thank you for inspiring me to look through my ‘stash’!

[@s.barlow7062]

❤ all the creative transformations you made today. Especially repairing that concrete rabbit. Well done!

[@patriciahagan3652]

The lamb was transformed from an odd looking decor item to an adorable Spring display. So whimsical and cute!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Patricia!😊

[@hopealdridge9584]

OMG,,,Sherry, each one is adorable !!!! I love, love your channel.....I always get great ideas from watching your videos ! THANK YOU for sharing your talent with us ! 😺🐦🌺

[@janchapman3408]

Oh my goodness, what a great job of restoring the concrete rabbit! You got that piece for a good price!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! 😊 I wasn’t sure if the premixed concrete would be thick enough for me to shape, but it was really easy to work with. I’m on the lookout for other broken concrete statues to repair now!😜

[@SherryNerreau]

Successful challenge Sherry! It's hard to pick out a favorite, but if I must - it's the clock with the Peter Rabbit garden scene. So adorable and I love miniatures. But then there is the grey watering can and the basket with lace and flowers. Hmm... PS: thanks for the idea of putting dried and pressed flowers onto Easter eggs.

[@laurajeansimons5212]

Your videos are the best part of each Monday!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, what a kind thing to say! Thank you, Laura!

[@gloriaguzman729]

The orange watch,is just amazing job Sherry!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Gloria! 😊

[@nancypeteja6560]

Fantastic!!! The concrete bunny was my favorite. Mr. MacGregor garden was cute to...I like Beatrix Potter. Thank you for sharing. 😊❤

[@murlepeterson6028]

Cost of that rabbit if new , $16 is a steal!! The carrott basket was as ugly as it could come!! What you did to totally transform it was amazing !! The busted wicker basket we all have at one time for sure ! Love your transformations!! Thank you for sharing inspiration to rethink, transform !!

[@lanaritter9410]

As always Sherry you never disappoint!!! ❤

[@lyndawise678]

Wow, wonderful repurposing, repairing, and recycling. Love everything you do.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! You are so kind, Lynda!

[@Chantilly871]

I love the eggs and the Peter Rabbit clock! You're always so inspiring!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much, Chantilly! 😊

[@bonnieyuse5876]

I ❤ the Peter Rabbit Clock!!!

[@sandieyule1644]

you ALWAYS have the perfect pieces to add to your projects!!!! The white wax was a big saver this week.

[@barbaradzitko1826]

Sherry, you are just too too good. All of these projects are wonderful.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, you are so sweet, Barbara! 😊

[@katherinepereira9088]

Dear Sherry, your talent always amazes me. These projects are so delightful. I have to say that my favorite is the lamb makeover - so sweet. Also what a brilliant idea for a make-it-yourself shred. I definitely will use that idea in my crafting!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Glad you liked it, Katherine! Thank you so much!

[@katherinepereira9088]

@@CanterburyCottageMy pleasure...have a great day!

[@katherineharper-sj4ys]

Sherry, the little basket with the lace trim and decoupaged eggs is cute as can be. I use my paper shredder and brown wrapping paper to make my grass, but using the old book pages is an even better idea.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! A paper shredder would have been helpful!

[@janetepley4113]

I loved the lamb. And Peter's coat. 😊

[@shellydehart8217]

How adorable everything you made. It gave me such a big smile on my face. It seems I can never get enough of your wonderful imagination n talent. I have to say my favorite was the little vignette you added out of the clock piece. It was precious. I would love to see all of your stash. It seems I can never find little itty bitty animals n birds like you have. Our dollar tree store just don’t have much sweet looking goodies n every one of them are different. You can forget thrift stores. My town doesn’t have any. Just Goodwill n Salvation Army n neither of them carry anything like that. Oh well, I’ll continue to keep watching Sherry. ♥️♥️😊👍👍👍👏👏🌟

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Shelly! I keep an eye out for small animals everywhere I shop. I have ordered some from Amazon and Temu, too. You can also find some interesting miniatures in the doll house section of Hobby Lobby (but they are usually too pricey for me).

[@shannonlynch4598]

Sherry, you know what my normal post would be but not today. Today is probably the most depressed I've ever been in my journey with mental health. I feel like giving up but a half hour I got to spend with you. It made me smile

[@JanPetersen-lm4th]

Hugs to you Shannon!

[@sylviajones4907]

Hugs from Louisiana. ♡

[@dennisthomas679]

I am so sorry for the rough day you are having, tomorrow will be better

[@maryhollenbach4966]

Hope tomorrow these sad feelings will lift. Sending hugs your way.

[@kimphilpin1062]

As I’m a Peter Rabbit fan, I’m loving the clock scene. No surprise I guess as I do also love a clock.

[@kellycarter2497]

Hi Sherry. My first thought was wow, that carrot wall basket is my favorite project this week. Then you made the clock case Beatrix Potter diorama. That is really neat. You added so much detail and dimension to that project. Thumbs up for the rabbit ear! Great job recreating the ear. See you next week.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Kelly! The concrete ear even surprised me. Now, I’m looking for other broken statues to fix!😜

[@lisastreet8920]

Your concrete Peter Rabbit’s ear makes him look as though he had a run-in with Mr. McGreggor. A hazard of going shopping in the farmer’s garden.

[@CanterburyCottage]

🤣

[@marthadueck6461]

You make me want to go out and see what I can find at the different thrift stores to make over. I did one on friday while i was volunteering at our store from pieces of easter stuff that came in a box. Flowers and a broken wreath, etc. You have helped me see what people think is garbage I can turn it into something pretty. There was a bunch of brown pipe cleaners so I took and made a cross out of some of them. (i hope I'm not stepping out of line by sharing that). You have been such an inspiration to me and my crafting in the last 2 years of watching your KZbin site. Answer to your question Yes I liked how you started and I sit here thinking what is she going to do with that sheep. I remember when they came out and i thought they were ugly then. you'd never say it was the same sheep. Looked great and I loved the birds you added to the different pieces. I do that also. love birds and butterflies.

[@kathleensemmens2530]

The Peter Rabbit shadow box was sooo cute!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Kathleen!😊

[@ruthmarpole2904]

I love the sheep, carrot 🥕, clock ⏰️, and the egg 🥚 basket 🧺

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Ruth! 😊

[@jw1234]

All of these were wonderful transformations. The clock body was my favorite.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you!☺️

[@patskelton4202]

I absolutely love them all, but the tiny blocks stole my heart! Adore them !

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Pat! I was so happy that I could save those little blocks. (I think the lady at the thrift store was getting ready to throw them away, and I spotted them on a table behind the check-out desk.)

[@debradevine5014]

Sherry you are so talented and I loved all these! It’s always hard to pick just one of anything you craft! You truly are one of my fav’s

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Debra! That means a lot to me!

[@marilynwright7274]

Sherry, I think your projects are getting better and better! I love the little lamb and bird--a story in the making😊. The eggs in a basket--oh, my how beautiful. The diorama clock is gorgeous and such attention to detail! The repair on the concrete bunny turned out beautifully. Loved the blocks and the watering can projects, too. Thanks Sherry for the smiles and inspiration!😊💖

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Marilyn! I enjoy reading your thoughts and appreciate your kind support! 😊

[@marycasey9404]

I like both the basket and the eggs! Your spring re-decors are always so pretty

[@CanterburyCottage]

Glad you like them! Thank you, Mary!

[@conniemorgan8402]

The clock is adorable ❤️❤️

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Connie!

[@LS-um3zq]

These ideas were so clever! I liked the clock best, but all were very nice!

[@NormaNapier]

As always, everything turned out awesome...Thank you for the inspiration I always get from watching your videos...God bless you and yours!!

[@marymcghee3023]

You are always so full of ideas! It’s amazing what you come up with.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! 😊

[@lisagarner8261]

My favorite is the Peter Rabbit! Your creativity never ceases to amaze me.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Lisa! 😊

[@cindycoup5020]

Loved the lamb, clock shell and wicker water can, all because they also included your trademark nest, bird and flowers!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Yes! Thank you, Cindy!

[@terryciavola5962]

Sherry, outstanding! They are all beautiful! Love each one, so unique. Thank you for sharing your inspiration. 🥰🩷💜💚🌼💛

[@CanterburyCottage]

You are so welcome, Terry! Thank you so much!

[@laurelarmstrong4535]

Wonderful projects. It makes spring seem so near.

[@CanterburyCottage]

It was warm and sunny here today, but it is supposed to be cold again by Thursday. ☹️

[@maxinelovescrafts]

Sherry I just loved them all after every one I thought thats my favorite then you went on and did it again. Another fabulous video. Thanks for inspiring me to really see things for what they could be and not what they are. ❤❤

[@terriallen2537]

Hello Sherry! You do it every time. You create the most stunning and unique DIYS! These are so beautiful. Already looking forward to next week's video. Take care, keep creating and I'll keep watching. 😊

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, Terri, you are so sweet! So glad you enjoyed this week’s projects!

[@pollyporter-campbell7493]

Love the clock and the watering can!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Polly! 😊

[@sheriebumgarner7065]

Well I thought the first one was going to be my favorite. And I wondered how in the world you could do anything with some of those ugly pieces. But you did it again! Blew me a away again Sherry. Nice work, they were all adorable. Especially the ones with the bunnies and those with birds.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you so much, Sherie!😊

[@triciacoates1328]

I love your imagination. The projects are so wonderful but the little lamb is my favorite. Wasn't sure when you whacked off it's little legs in the very beginning. 😲

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! 😊 I thought I was being funny chopping off his legs and then making you wait awhile to find out what I did next.

[@angelastrozier7467]

Wonderful ideas! I love them all. They are all beautiful!!!! The blocks are my favorite. They are absolutely adorable!!❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@roxannedebricassart9870]

My favorite was the Peter Rabbit Clock 🥕🐇

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Roxanne! 😊

[@bella67402]

I love all the projects, but my favorite was the Peter Rabbit. Ty so much

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Bella!

[@tinafellman7819]

My gosh….you are soooooo cleaver!!! I love watching your channel!!!

[@charlenecalvin9066]

Your work is beautiful. I would have passed these items up thinking it was just junk. Your junk is awesome!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Charlene!

[@maryfrankey3102]

Hi Sherry, I love that you decoupaged the plastic eggs and also made the basket filler out of shredded book pages What wonderful ideas❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Mary! 😊

[@lauraschlaff8090]

You have the most wonderful imagination!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Laura! 😊

[@robinwebb2160]

Everything was so sweet and beautiful 💛🩷💚 but I think I love the covered eggs and the basket with book paper grass. The only thing I might do is tea dye the paper because I love vintage 😊 Thanks for sharing such wonderful ideas 🥰

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much! 😊 I agree! I was wishing that I had tea dyed the paper!

[@stacia6655]

Hello Sherry, Mr.McGregor's garden is pretty darn cute but I have to say that I love the concrete Bunny, it was worth the sixteen dollars, it would be beautiful on a front porch or patio for spring and summer. Thanks for sharing with the world!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much! Yes, the rabbit will be going outside soon!

[@janettespiers4242]

Fantastic makeovers the sheep was my favorite, but all were very pretty . Thanks for sharing

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much 😊

[@kilodeltawhisky1504]

I use wood filler to fill in cracks on wooden items, an sometimes other things. If you mix it with a little water, you can get it into small spaces with a spatula and paint brush. Then sand it and paint it. Minwax color changing woos filler. Comes in a little tub.

[@stephaniemeadows6796]

That's so cute the lambs even looking like yep it's looking good needs a bit more wool can ya get it lol

[@reneeharris3072]

Sherry, you are amazing 🤩, how about a video giving us a tour of your stash, craft area? Thank you

[@KathyH231]

Everything was so creative ❤️❤️❤️

[@theresacarter1033]

Thanks, Sherry. Great job!!

[@brendahorton4907]

Sherry you have some of the most amazing and cute ideas…..I just love your videos!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! You are so sweet, Brenda! 😊

[@maryalicehuffstetler3026]

Sherry,your imagination is over the top. I wouldn't have thought about doing anything like you did today. Beautiful!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Mary! I’m so glad you enjoyed these projects!

[@44alwaysrightjlp]

But a waste of her time and ours, who would want this crappy stuff in your home?

[@lesliejackson8188]

​@@44alwaysrightjlp *If you don't like it, move along! You've trolled Sherry on her channel before; what are you STILL doing here⁉️ Sherry creates these projects and shares them on KZbin for FREE‼️Guess you never learned the lesson about kindness. Your parents didn't teach you if you don't have something nice to say, say nothing at all. And NO, you are NOT always right, as your handle indicates. I will pray 🙏 for your bitter heart of stone that God will heal your brokenness, because hurting people try to hurt other people.*

[@__76--_-646]

You are so creative! wish my brain would see what you do. Love it all. Especially the bunny ❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! I bet you are more creative than you realize. 😊

[@angelgirl8544]

My favorite was the watering can. I love your videos ❤❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! 😊 You are so sweet!

[@deborahdavey1743]

Sherry you have once more outdone yourself, get that as possible! I loved each one as you progressed through the video. The Lamb on the rockers was in genius. then came the orange carrot basket. What a lovely door decor it makes. Thank you for the tip on repairing a wicker basket which is falling apart. I do agree that container for the white flowers is beautiful and you have taken they said arrangement and made it into a beautiful one. I didn’t know you could clean Dried flowers this way. I always thought you had to put them into a warm water bath. Your Peter rabbit been yet in the clock is divine and my granddaughter would love it once I have finished her quiet book I might try something similar if you don’t mind my poor attempts to copy your work. The blocks with the eggs and bunnies on top was so cute it stimulated my own imagination for attempting something from scratch and then to finish off with that lovely watering can such a delightful video. I always admire your work and so look forward to your videos and catching your shorts during the week, thank you!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Deborah! I love reading your thoughts on this week’s projects. I hope you find everything you need to create a Peter Rabbit repurposed clock for your granddaughter. I’m sure she will love it!

[@kristinemarkle3198]

Loved thr basket with lace. Also loved the blocks. Some things are sadly one of a kind.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Kristine! Yes, I know that it is unlikely you will find those same vintage blocks. I found them in a small thrift store sitting behind the checkout counter. I think they were going to be thrown away, so I asked if I could buy them, and she said I could have them for $1!

[@senyagwynn8121]

Beautiful upcycles Sherri!! ❤ tfs

[@marthaschermann5562]

it is too hard to choose. I loved all the decor. thanks for the inspiration.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@sherriwalker8019]

Today's video was awesome. I so enjoy your channel. You're the best!! My favorite today was the clock frame. What a cute idea!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Sherri! The clock was my favorite, too. I have always loved Beatrix Potter books and illustrations!

[@reginaclark1816]

Love it! I loved the watering can best!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you!

[@serenakoleno9338]

Great video. 75 in mid Michigan today! Definitely ready for spring decor! Ironically, I am refurbishing my old pieces with my faux flowers I already own. Also got in some outside work in garden, tidying up. Looks like Puxatawny Phil was right. 😊 TFS

[@JeanneAlbarado]

Hi Sherry!! What an awesome video❤ that lamb is absolutely adorable and totally unexpected!! Love love it! The clock one was stunning and the basket and pot one-turned out beautifully. You always inspire 😊 Jeanne Baton Rouge ❤ 21:45

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Jeanne! You are so sweet!

[@marvineblackburn7846]

They all turned out so nice!! ❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Marvine! 😊

[@lizblood5435]

So creative. Love your transformations.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@charlenegoskowicz8220]

Super cute, I love them all!

[@chalmadanes405]

😂😂😂😮 I love the lamb and bird.

[@galetimpone1712]

the lamb reminds me of a Mackenzie-Childs product that was produced a few years ago for Easter