Eight years ago, my husband and I made a life-changing decision to downsize. We had lived in a house packed with years of accumulated belongings—holiday decorations, kitchen gadgets, movies, and more. It felt overwhelming, and I started to ask myself: Do we really...
Don’t throw out that box and packaging from your TV! With a little creativity, you can transform what might seem like trash into something incredible. I’ve got a fun DIY upcycle project perfect for the holidays—or even year-round: a cardboard fireplace! If you don’t...
As an upcycler, I love finding potential in just about anything, and lampshade frames are no exception. Their unique lines and shapes are full of creative possibilities. You’ll often spot them in thrift stores, antique shops, and flea markets, especially the ones with...
Have you ever received a cardboard package so cute that you just couldn’t bring yourself to throw it away? I’ve found myself saving a few cardboard boxes from my GreenStalk Garden purchases for just that reason. Typically, these charming designs are used for some of...
Let’s upcycle some old garden hoses! I inherited quite a few of these old leaky hoses when we first moved into our home. I’ve been storing them away in hopes of making an upcycle. In most cases you should not put a used garden hose into your recycling bin. It has...
A fun and easy project for entertaining this spring and summer! I found this lampshade at the thrift store for a few dollars. If you’re looking to use a tiered platter, I would suggest looking for a lamp shade that is on the taller side. Make sure to do some...
