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DIY Laundry Cart

Gail Wilson — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 22:46:47 +0000

I am so excited to share this DIY laundry cart with you! I love my new washer and dryer-my first front loading machines. The problem? I'm always dropping items on the floor. The solution? A handy laundry cart to move clothes from the washer to the dryer to the linen closet!

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Easy Window Project Fireplace Decor

Gail Wilson — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:49:57 +0000

I have a really easy window project for you today. I was inspired by something I saw on Pinterest for my fireplace. This is sort of like a fireplace screen to use when you're not building fires. In my case, my fireplace is no longer a working fireplace.

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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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Repurposed Lamp Metal Plant Stand

Gail Wilson — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 23:12:30 +0000

Turn thrift store lamps into metal plant stands with easy step by step directions. Mix and match lamp parts, paint, then lightly distress for a vintage finish. Use indoors, outdoors, or as candle holders.

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Vintage Toolbox Planter

Gail Wilson — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 20:39:00 +0000

It's a special edition of our Thrift Store Decor Challenge! This theme is repurposed planters. I chose to turn an old toolbox into a succulent planter. I hope you love it as much as I do! Be sure to check out all the other ideas from my friends!

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Easy Shadow Box from a Picture Frame

Gail Wilson — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 00:56:37 +0000

This easy shadow box is made from a thrift store frame. There are so many options of picture frames available that the possibilities are endless. I'll show you step by step how to achieve this picture frame shadow box in an afternoon.

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How to Glaze Painted Furniture

Gail Wilson — Sat, 16 Nov 2024 01:48:09 +0000

How to glaze painted furniture--full of tips I've learned along the way. I spent years looking for a way to stop waxing and buffing chalk painted furniture. Now I do it all in one easy step. I love the hint of antiquing the glaze gives to all colors of painted furniture. Red paint, blue, and especially white painted furniture will look beautiful with this Smoked Glaze!

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Shadow Box Hook Shelf | Repurposed Window

Gail Wilson — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 19:39:21 +0000

How to make a shadow box hook shelf out of new lumber and an old window. Repurposing a window into a shadow box is creative and clever! I love a great window project, and who can't use another coat rack?

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Repurposed Easter Basket Succulent Planter

Gail Wilson — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 02:21:03 +0000

How to make a basket succulent planter out of a clearance priced wicker Easter basket. Although I used an Easter basket, you could easily update a thrift store basket in the same way. This easy spray paint project will have you looking at baskets in a whole new way.

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Repurposed Drawer Jewelry Organizer

Gail Wilson — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 08:03:00 +0000

How to make your own repurposed drawer jewelry organizer. I used an old drawer, but you could easily customize this project by making a box out of 1x4's. This jewelry organizer can hang on the wall or rest on a dresser. The small white dishes are perfect for holding smaller items such as earrings or bracelets.

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