Welcome back to the third prompt of the 12 Months of Thrifting challenge. Last month we focused on thrifting glassware and mugs and this month we’re thrifting lamps. Why thrift lamps?Much like all of the prompts in this challenge, lamps are readily available at Goodwill. From desk lamps to chandeliers or brand new to vintage, thrift stores carry a variety …
Spring has sprung // Floral Letter Wall Hanging
Happy Spring, my friends! Abby here – Can you smell that? It’s the smell of spring – fresh air and sunshine are hitting extra special this year. How about you? In honor of what seems like an extra special Spring Equinox, thought I’d share a cheery, floral DIY with you all. I won’t lie, this project has been on my …
DIY Spring Craft with Secondhand Books
It’s starting to feel like spring is in the air and what’s better than a DIY spring craft to get in the mood?! This project can most likely be done with items you already have, and if not- they are easily accessible for a great price at your local Goodwill! Supplies: 2-3 used hardback books Acrylic paint and a foam …
Getting Organized: As Easy as A-B-C… And D
When spring cleaning, you may be taking the opportunity to streamline your accumulation of housewares, clothing, shoes and books. How do you decide what goes and what stays? Getting organized is all about decisions. My definition of clutter is “delayed decisions and delayed actions.” Everything you see sitting around on your countertops is a decision that hasn’t been made (whether to …
12 Months of Thrifting: March Prompt – Mugs & Glassware
Welcome back to the third prompt of the 12 Months of Thrifting challenge. Last month we focused on thrifting vases and this month we’re thrifting glassware and mugs. Why thrift glassware and mugs? Whether you’re a casual thrifter or collector, Goodwill carries a variety of glassware and mugs in all shapes, colors, sizes, and textures. Classic, vintage, funky or quirky …
Hot Glue Charm Statement Necklace
What’s up, friends? Abby here again – I’m not sure what it is about this time of year, but I ALWAYS want to make jewelry for you all. Probably a combination of mid-winter blues and looking for shiny things to cheer me up, but hope you all are excited for another DIY jewelry blog post! I recently was reading an …
2021 Fashion Predictions
(Akron, OH) – This is the year that truly…anything goes!With so many of us (well, all of us) under strict orders to isolate, we are going to want to express ourselves in many ways. Some of us will take on new hobbies, while others are evaluating what is truly important. So in terms of fashion and what to wear this …
12 Months of Thrifting: February Prompt – Vases
Welcome back to the second prompt of the 12 Months of Thrifting challenge. Last month we focused on thrifting storage solutions for our homes and this month we’re thrifting vases. Why thrift vases?Recycling vases is one of the most sustainable things you can do for your home. Places like Goodwill Akron carry a huge variety of vases in all shapes, …
DIY Storage for Earrings
New Year, New (to me) Storage // DIY Storage: Earrings Happy New Year, friends! Abby here – Hope 2021 is off to a good start for you! With all of the unknowns of a new year, one thing that I try to keep constant is clearing out/up clutter. As much as I’d like to think I’m a Maximalist, I do …
DIY Valentine’s Day Art
Do you have a box full of old jewelry that you don’t wear? Many people do and it is a great way to utilize vintage pieces as home decor. Though if you are looking for more, check out shopgoodwill.com for bags of miscellaneous jewelry for sale and Goodwill stores also have loads of frames to choose from to really make …