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Thrift flip challenge
I went to the Thrift store with $10 to see how much I could get and then flip for a profit......I went to a place that sells by the pound and bought 9 items! .....from the Eiffel Tower to a dramatic lamp makeover ...... I will up-cycle and then give you the potential profit for each one....supply list is below by each project and video is below.
3 Frames
Grey Oval Frame
Ornate Square Frame
4 x 6 frame
Wood Glue
Basket
Grey Skies Paint
White Linen Paint
Eiffel Tower
Wood Candle Holder
Evelyn White Napkin
Ballet Picture
Lamp
White Swan Paint
Evelyn White Napkin
VIDEO
Farmhouse Rooster
This is a plate frame, you know the kind that would hold a limited addition plate from the 90's. I purchased it for a dollar from the thrift store and created this live on my Facebook page.....if you missed it you can check out the video below. Roosters will always be in style and will fit into any decor.
Supply List
I painted the wood round in White Linen which has a sealer in it.
I created the distress look using the Vintage Texture Stamp and Stone Grey Ink
The rooster is from the Brocante Transfer.
I painted the frame in Little Black Dress and sealed it in Clear Wax
I hope this has inspired you to create beautiful things today!
Video
Shabby Chic
These items I got at the thrift store that sales by the pound....everything except the wood book was a dollar......Man I love a good deal! whether you are buying for your home or flipping for a profit....you going to love these.....the video is below and I have listed the supplies for each project.....Hope you love them as much as I do!
Pretty Jar
Use any jar even one from the kitchen
Paint was White Swan
Liquid Patina.....Decoupage medium
Pedestal
I used White Swan and Clear Wax
Wood Book
I used the Brocante Transfer
White Swan for the paint
Big Top to seal the project before using the transfer
Basket
Painted it in White Swan
Tin Container
Cottage Colour Paint which is has a sealer in it.....so you don't need to seal before the transfer .... Haint Blue and White Linen
Ephemeral Transfer for both labels
Round wood with dome
White Swan and Petticoat Pink
Clear Wax and Dark Wax
The moulds I used are Olive Crest, He Loves Me and the Fleur Dis Lis
Video
Video
Decoupage Club
This was a class in the Decoupage Club and here’s what we learned….. that you can decoupage on foam and how to fix bleed through when painting on old wood like this bowl…. It’s more than decoupage we have over 40 classes in the club....if you would like for us to let you know when we have available spot then get yourself on the email list here
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The foam Dove was in the June Box as well as the napkin we decoupaged onto the dove.
We used a wood bowl I got from the thrift store
Paints we used were White Swan and Petticoat Pink
We also used Clear Wax and Black Wax
Every week I teach a class in our private group, using the items from the monthly box. If you like to be creative and inspired along with a community of like minded people then I invite you to get on our email list and we will let you know when we have a spot for you......just go here and add your best email.
Hear is a little snippet of the class
7 Thrift Store Flips
I made 7 decor projects using items I got from the thrift store.....from a horse to a barometer! I will also be showing you how to fix the dreaded bleed through. These 7 flips will work well together in a vignette but also stand alone. I love to thrift....from the excitement of never knowing what I will find, never paying full price and of course making over to my style.....I hope this inspires you to create a beautiful home with thrifted items on the cheep....For full instruction please see the video below.
Supply List
All items are from the thrift store and I will list the products I used to make then over.
Barometer
Salvation solution in clear for the Bleed through
Clear Wax, Black Wax and Gold Wax
IOD Air Dry Clay and the Lock and Key Mould
Horse
Mail Holder
Cottage Colour White Linen
Wood Riser
Book
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Water Jug
Milk glass Lamp
I use this set of 5 Paint Brushes
Video
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Farmhouse sign
I simply adore this sign! Cows will never go out of style.... back in the day is was called County now it's farmhouse LOL I have listed the Supply list below with links and for full instruction please see the video below.....I hope this inspires your creativity and create something beautiful for your home
Supply List
I got the cutting board from the thrift store.
I painted it in White Swan
The crackle effect was created using the Vintage Texture Stamp with the Black Ink.
The cow was made using IOD Air Dry Clay and the Village Market Mould.
The milk word was made using the Farmhand Stamp and Black Ink.
I used Wood Glue to adhere the cow.
The black Paint is Little Black Dress.
I sealed it with Liquid Patina
The bow was made using Buffalo Check Ribbon and Linen Ribbon
Video
Oh So Pretty
6 projects using items from the thrift store
I call it Shabby French Country and oh so pretty. I love pretty things around me and I enjoy mixing the styles....even a little rustic farmhouse....but it truly doesn't matter what you call it....just surround yourself with things that make you happy!.......I hope this video inspires you to create beautiful things for your home. The video is below and I have listed the products I used with links.
Supply List
For the pink paint, I used Vintage Pink by Cottage Color
The white was White Swan By DIY Paint.
The additive to add for texture is Saltwash
The Birds ere made with IOD Air Dry Clay and the Birdsong Mould
I sealed the projects with Bog Top and White Wax.
I used the Stamp called Rose Toile and used Black Ink
The gold wax on the Tea Pot was Golden Rule
The lavender transfer was from the Painterly Florals Transfer and the Label on the mirrors was from the Brocante Transfer
I use the Stencil Brush for applying wax
The brushes I used for painting....Paint Brush Set
I used construction adhesive by Gorilla Brand
Video
Up-cycling a bottle and book cover
I love to display books in my decor....they make great risers and add a lot of interest. When I want a very vintage look I will remove the hardcover and display them as is......but that leaves me with hardcovers and I do not want to throw them out....so hear's what I did with this cover. You can watch the replay of the live I did below...I also show how easily it is to paint on glass
Check list for the bottle
Grab a bottle from your kitchen or thrift store...this is all about how to paint on glass.
Paint: I used Cottage Colour in Vintage Pink. It's an all in one paint so no sealer needed. When painting on glass the type of paint you choose matters! with the DIY paint including the cottage color it will adhere to glass....the first coat is will be slick and you will need to add a few layers. You can get around that by using Saltwash.
Saltwash is a powder you add to paint to create either a think or thin texture and it will also help the paint stick to glass. You can see more about it in the video below. Saltwash can be found here
Check List for the book cover
Grab an old book and remove the hardcover, use the book as a riser in your decor. Don't throw out the hardcover because that is what we are using as the base of our project.
You will need a transfer....in this project I used the Ephemeral Transfer, there are so many beautiful transfers in just 1 packet
I added the transfer to the inside of the hardcover....no paint needed because I loved the vintage age to the paper. I added some lace to make the bow.....which you can see in the video below
I hope this inspires you to create beautiful things for your home and recycle at the same time!
Video
Trash to Treasure
Supply List
Frame was from the thrift store
I painted it with Cottage Color White Linen which is a one step paint.
Drop cloth is from the hardware store.
Transfer I used is the Brocade Transfer.
I aged it with brown ink
Supply List
Basket was from the thrift store.
Drop cloth from the hardware store
I used the Queen Bee Stamp and the black ink
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Frame was from the thrift store
I painted it including the glass with White Swan and used the Vintage Pink for the flowers.
The bee is from the Brocade Transfer
I sealed it before the transfer was added with Liquid Patina
it was antiqued with Black wax
Supply List
This is a wood plate charger I got from the thrift store.
The white paint is White Swan, Vintage Pink and Vintage Mint.
I used Clear Wax and Black wax
I used the Roses Mould and Air Dry Clay
I hope these have inspired you to create and make your home pretty!
Video
Shabby Chic Thrift Flips
I Love both farmhouse, Shabby Chic and French County. In this video we are going all out on the Shabby Chic. 7 projects using items from the thrift store.....Glasswear, frames and nick nacks.....all up cycled on a budget. I hope this inspires you to create something beautiful for your home! The video is below if you haven't seen it
Supply list
Aside from the glassware you will need some of your favourite ribbon, fabric and lace
The mould I used for the cloch was Rosette Mould and I used AirDry Clay
I used the Ephemeral Transfer for the Frame.
The paint was White Swan and I used Clear Wax and Dark Wax
Mixed media paper or construction paper from any craft store
You will need some glue, I like the gorilla brand....any hardware store will have it.
I hope this inspires you to create today!
Video
Farmhouse Baskets
When I saw these baskets in the thrift store I grabbed them so fast LOL ....they add beautiful texture and interest to your decor....I added the cow and pig and aged them to match the basket. You can watch the video below for instruction and I have added the supply list with links.....I hope this inspires you to look at basket and see the potential!
Supply List
Use any type of basket for this project
The cow and pig is from the Village Market Mould and I used Air Dry Clay.
I used Dark and Decrepit watered down to add some colour to the Cow and Pig.
I used clear Gorilla Glue which you can find at any hardware store
For best results I would let the clay dry over night before adding the Dark and Decrepit it or paint
I hope this inspires you to create today!
Video
Lemon Crate
This crate was upcycled in the Decoupage Club. I used paint and 2 napkins which we cut out and created this design. It seriously looks hand painted don't you think? I teach in the club every Wednesday night using the items from the Decoupage club! Get your name on the list so we can let you know when we have available spots again.... here
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I got this crate in the antique mall but I have seen them curb-side during the summer
I painted one side with White Swan
I used Liquid Patina to add the napkins to the wood
I used the napkins from the June Decoupage Club Box....they are exclusive to the club.....you can find more info about the club here and don't forget to get your spot on the list for our next opening
Happy Crafting
