Why am I never satisfied? Let me start over. Why am I continuously decorating my home and then shortly after finishing change it all up again? I guess I never really realized I was an ADD decorator until a friend brought it to my attention. She actually was the the one to " coin" the title and bestowed it upon me. We laughed and I then I showed her the new projects I completed which allowed me … [Read more...]
Recap of Thrifty to Nifty Home Decor in 2015
When the New Year rolls around, one becomes reflective on the past year. This January, it seemed a little bit more meaningful to me. I believe it's because my husband and myself celebrated our 50th birthday near the end of 2015. We both took an introspective look at ourselves which lead to some great discussion. In addition to that, I reflected back on the journey that Thrifty to Nifty Home … [Read more...]
Vintage Table Makeover
Have you ever had a project that you needed to complete but it hung over your head like homework that you dreaded? Yikes, I so did with a vintage table that I found for a song. I "thought" I couldn't pass it up. It had great potential, a perfect candidate for a makeover, but what it lacked was it didn't speak to me. Yup, that's right. Items speak to me. Somehow I get a feeling or a connection … [Read more...]
Simple DIY Decorative Shutters
If you love to scan Pinterest as much as I do for home decor ideas, you may have noticed how outdoor shutters have been up-cycled to use as home decor. I have pinned some of my favorites to a "shutters" board if you would like to take a look. This is is where I got my inspiration for a Simple DIY Decorative Shutters project, During one of my treasure hunting outings, I came across a pile of … [Read more...]
Coffee Table Staging- No Cost Decorating
Do you have that space in your home that you see many times a day and it just doesn't look just right? It's either too cluttered, too sparse or just off in some way. This space in my house is my coffee table. Yes, I know it doesn't seem like a big deal but it can be such an eye sore. It is right smack dab in the center of our main living space. So I've decided to "shop my stash" and … [Read more...]
Thrifting Tips for Decorating on a Budget
I have been asked multiple of times how did I start shopping thrift stores, garage sales, and flea markets. To tell you the truth, I don't recall, but I'm guessing it had to be a financial reason during my college years. There are plenty of reasons why people become treasure hunters. I am familiar with many retired couples that enjoy it as a hobby, or have witnessed people who treat it as a … [Read more...]
Pottery Barn Look Alike-Shop My Stash
I thought it would be a great goal this year for me/ Thrifty to Nifty to try to shop my stash before going out and purchasing new "projects". Little did I know I could come up with quite a few ideas to share with you. Some of these projects will be quite simple... gather and assemble ans some will need a little love and a tweeking. All in all, I'm looking forward to the creativity … [Read more...]
Thrifty Decorating—-What it Looks Like
Not long ago, a dear friend that I have not seen in a while stopped by my house. Upon entering she commented how the change ups in the living room looked great. Of course I accepted the comliment but in the same moment felt very awkward. My furnishings and home decor are thrifty flea markets, garage sales ,and thrift stores finds. How could someone really think these second hand things look … [Read more...]
And So It Begins
Hello! Welcome to the beginning. The beginning of my journey blogging about my passion of decorating with found items from my thrifting experiences. Throughout this journey, I hope to share with you how I have taken other peoples rejected items and given them new life in my home. Finding a bargin is what keeps me on the hunt. Stay tuned to see what develops! Ready for the ride? … [Read more...]