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DIY ReFashion: Jacket with Sweater Arms and Back Ruffle
Finding unique clothing with fashion details for back to school can get pricey. While shopping for my 12 year old niece, I wanted to get her something that appealed to her sporty, yet artistic style. I came across this beautiful blue jacket for $5.99 at Goodwill of Orange County and fell in love with the large collar and the bright color. The rest of it was a little ho-hum, so my imagination started running when my fingers ran across this gray cable knit sweater that was also $5.99. What a deal! It was so soft and I immediately knew I could combine the two pieces together somehow to make something as one-of-a-kind as my niece. Here is how I did it… Read more.
DIY ReFashion: Fringed Boots
Getting ready for the fall fashion season is a fun experience. Boots are one staple for the upcoming cooler weather. Check out this step-by-step guide to refashion these $8.99 cream ankle boots to give them a different look. ReFashioning is a good way to show your unique style and personality at a great price… Read more.
Upcycled Glass Vases
If you are anything like me, I have a love for home decor that has a high price tag. On a recent shopping trip, I was browsing in a home store in the mall for a client when I fell in love with some stoneware vases that ranged from $39-$49 each. Of course, to create the look I wanted in my master bedroom, I wanted a cluster of three which would have cost me upwards of $140. Here’s how to get your own decor for a fraction of that cost… Read more.
DIY Shoe Storage Ottoman
Having enough organized storage in a dorm room or child’s room always seems to be at a minimum. With limited space, things need to do double duty. I saw a large ottoman in a high end retail store with built in pockets to house shoes and I thought that was so ingenious. The price on it though was a little more than what I wanted to pay so when I purchased this ottoman for only $19.99 at Goodwill of Orange County for a TV Room Makeover, I knew it was the perfect opportunity to transform it into a Shoe Storage Ottoman for a fraction of the cost. Here is how I did it! … Read more.
DIY Homework Caddy
Back to school season is upon us. With the upcoming homework assignments and school projects on the horizon, it is a great idea to have an organizer that can house all the paperwork, pencils, scissors and tools in one location. Follow this step by step tutorial to create your own personalized school organizer with an $11 for your Goodwill materials. … Read more.
DIY Chalkboard Front Basket with Leather Handles
Having versatile storage options in the home is a must. After a shopping trip to Goodwill of Orange County, I found a good solution to add some cute and affordable organizing baskets that were easy to put together. Chalkboard front containers are so popular, and I wanted to incorporate that into my next project that you can do too… Read more.
DIY Patriotic Decor
Creating a patriotic themed vignette for the summer months is the perfect opportunity to involve the whole family to decorate your home. After a trip to Goodwill of Orange County I found 5 items to turn into Patriotic Decor. Follow these steps to do this before your 4th of July celebration! … Read more.
Vintage Leather Suitcase Coffee Table
DIY project for home: Learn how to create a Vintage Leather Suitcase Coffee Table following these easy steps. Transform an old suitcase into a wonderful piece of furniture you can show off to your friends and family … Read more.
DIY Bird on a Wire Art made from Repurposed Canvases
I made this super cute project from canvases found at Goodwill of Orange County. It is the perfect way to add a little whimsy into your home all while using recycled items and helping to create jobs for people in your community facing barriers to employment. … Read more.
Bringing New Light: DIY Painted Lamp Shade
Repurposing home décor items can sometimes be as easy as changing a piece of something you already own. My master bedroom has a pair of lamps that are calling for a fresh new look. These lamps have graced my bedside tables for years and I see no reason why they can’t for many years to come. Lamp shades are always plentiful at Goodwill of Orange County at great prices, so I started my shopping there. I love pattern and that was my inspiration for this lamp redo project. By painting a pattern of my choice on the shades, it will be like having brand new lamps at a fraction of the cost… … Read more.
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