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Floor Lamp to Table Lamp

Gail Wilson — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:33:40 +0000

This $2 floor lamp was far too tall, but the decorative base had plenty of potential. See how I shortened it into a charming table lamp.

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Repurposed Glassware Totems And More

Gail Wilson — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:51 +0000

Collecting glassware can be addictive! But, it's a lot of fun and can be very rewarding when you have a lot of unique pieces to choose from when you make your repurposed glass totems. It really is a great way to upcycle all those glass vases you may already have on hand.

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Old Wooden Ladder Plant Stand

Gail Wilson — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 20:44:36 +0000

I fixed an old wooden ladder up and painted it with my Finish Max. It makes the perfect outdoor plant stand for a garden or patio. I decorated it with some succulents and other plants. Topping it off with some inexpensive outdoor decor from local dollar stores. All in all, this makes for a very frugal project!

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Glass Totem Tutorial for Garden Art

Gail Wilson — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 20:09:00 +0000

Do you have a stash of pretty glassware tucked away in a cabinet, closet, or garage? This glass totem tutorial is a fun way to turn thrifted vases, plates, bowls, candle holders, and other glass pieces into unique garden art. The best part is playing with different shapes and colors until the pieces look like...

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DIY birdbath

Gail Wilson — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 01:01:46 +0000

How to make a diy birdbath out of an extra large thrift store candlestick and a pot lid. Tips on mixing spray paint colors to get a great faux copper patina look. Easy project for the flower bed, patio or garden.

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Edison Bulb Table Lamp

Gail Wilson — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 19:43:30 +0000

You know I can’t resist a good thrift store lamp, especially one with a little personality. This table lamp had great bones and a fun touch feature, but it needed a simple makeover to make it feel current and cozy. With a little paint and a warm vintage-style bulb, it turned into the perfect accent...

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Finish Max Painted Glass Bottles and More

Gail Wilson — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 17:38:21 +0000

You probably have a stack of empty wine bottles and jars hanging around (trust me, we all do). Instead of letting them crowd your garage or recycling bin, turn them into decor that feels intentional and stylish. In this updated version of my painted glass bottles project, I’ll walk you through how to get a...

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Bi-fold Door Bookshelf

Gail Wilson — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 03:00:40 +0000

How to recycle Habitat for Humanity ReStore doors into a useful bookcase.

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Coffee Container Printables

Gail Wilson — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 15:57:00 +0000

Use a plastic coffee container to organize small items such as toys. These repurposed coffee cans are also great for snacks and holiday items. Easy to make with printables from your home printer.

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Repurposed Vintage Coffee Pot Lamp

Gail Wilson — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 19:14:44 +0000

How to turn a vintage coffee pot into a unique table lamp. Step-by-step directions.

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