I picked up several mismatched vintage metal tins at a recent auction with plans to resell them. Some cleaned up nicely and quickly found new homes, leaving me with a few old and rusty leftovers that were perfect for crafting. Although the tins had seen better days, I had been looking for a simple tin…
It’s hard to believe I once decorated without risers, because now I use them all the time. Over the years, I’ve made wooden risers, bought a few fancier ones, and so forth, but my favorite way to add height to decor arrangements is still with books. This DIY vintage book stack is one of my…
I recently purchased a storage cabinet from someone who was downsizing. She told me she would give me a deal as long as I took all the contents. Unbelievably, inside the bottom drawer was a stack of old linens, including large embroidered tablecloths. Sadly, they were in rough shape and had not seen daylight in…
The other day, while browsing an antique store, I noticed something that made me pause. Most of the shoppers were in their twenties. They were lingering, chatting, and pointing at things with genuine interest. That quiet moment stayed with me. It felt reassuring to see older objects being noticed again, not as novelties, but as…
This doily craft table runner is a meaningful way to reuse vintage lace that might otherwise be forgotten. This doily craft table runner began as a forgotten box of vintage linens tucked away in a small town thrift store. I felt a mix of excitement and sadness when I found them. Excitement at their delicate…
This vintage Valentine paper craft is centered on vintage paper medallions and free printable cupid centers, a combination that feels timeless rather than trendy. Cupids have always been a Valentine staple, and I love that they work for any age group and any stage of life, sweet without being overly romantic. After a bit of…
There is something very sweet about vintage Valentine cards, from a time when romance felt more thoughtful, and life felt simpler. I did some searching for old Valentines to use for this stand up Valentine craft and found these adorable animal ones. They reminded me of the Valentines I had as a child. If the…
Valentine’s is coming, and I usually celebrate it by crafting something sweet without spending much. It’s still winter here, which means I’m bundled up indoors and enjoying the chance to be creative. I’ve wanted to make a paper bag rose wreath for years, but I could never quite figure out the twisting steps in a…
