Upcycle DIY Tutorials Archives - Cottage On Bunker Hill https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/category/diy-crafts/upcycle-diy-tutorials/ by Jennifer Howard Wed, 23 Jul 2025 14:25:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/cropped-new-logo-32x32.jpg Upcycle DIY Tutorials Archives - Cottage On Bunker Hill https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/category/diy-crafts/upcycle-diy-tutorials/ 32 32 Turning $25 of Thrift Finds into Cottage Garden Charm https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/turning-25-of-thrift-finds-into-cottage-garden-charm/ https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/turning-25-of-thrift-finds-into-cottage-garden-charm/#comments Tue, 17 Jun 2025 20:43:50 +0000 https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/?p=38294 I handed over $25 at the thrift store checkout… and walked out with everything I needed to give my garden a cozy, colorful makeover. Here’s how it happened! Thrifted & Transformed:...

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]]> https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/turning-25-of-thrift-finds-into-cottage-garden-charm/feed/ 12 From Junk to Gems: Upcycled Succulent Planters for the Garden https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/upcycled-succulent-planters-for-the-garden/ https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/upcycled-succulent-planters-for-the-garden/#comments Sat, 14 Jun 2025 20:44:22 +0000 https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/?p=38239 Hi friends! Is there anything better than that feeling of taking something old, a little forgotten, and maybe a bit “junky,” and turning it into something beautiful? I live for those...

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]]> https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/upcycled-succulent-planters-for-the-garden/feed/ 6 DIY Garden Girl Scarecrow – A Cottage Garden Favorite https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/create-your-own-garden-girl-scarecrow/ https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/create-your-own-garden-girl-scarecrow/#comments Mon, 09 Jun 2025 22:56:39 +0000 https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/?p=29608 Three years ago, I introduced my first Garden Girl scarecrow—a thrifted, whimsical guardian for my veggies. Now, she’s back with a 2025 upgrade, and I’m sharing even more tips to customize yours....

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]]> https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/create-your-own-garden-girl-scarecrow/feed/ 26 How to Thrift Like a Pro: DIY Decor on a Dime https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/how-to-thrift-like-a-pro-diy-decor-on-a-dime/ https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/how-to-thrift-like-a-pro-diy-decor-on-a-dime/#comments Mon, 10 Feb 2025 20:27:50 +0000 https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/?p=36827 Thrifting is more than just a way to save money—it’s a treasure hunt! Whether you’re decorating your first home or refreshing your space on a budget, thrift stores, flea markets, and...

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]]> https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/how-to-thrift-like-a-pro-diy-decor-on-a-dime/feed/ 1 Can You DIY Pottery Barn Style? (This Thrifted Vase Says Yes!) https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/diy-pottery-barn-thrifted-vase/ https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/diy-pottery-barn-thrifted-vase/#comments Tue, 24 Sep 2024 18:20:29 +0000 https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/?p=35230 Have you ever admired a Pottery Barn vase but cringed at the price tag? Don’t fret! Today I’m going to show you how to create a stunning, Pottery Barn-inspired vase right...

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]]> https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/diy-pottery-barn-thrifted-vase/feed/ 10 Upcycle with Style: Vase Makeovers Using Recycled and Secondhand Finds https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/upcycle-with-style-vase-makeovers-using-recycled-and-secondhand-finds/ https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/upcycle-with-style-vase-makeovers-using-recycled-and-secondhand-finds/#comments Tue, 16 Jan 2024 15:24:20 +0000 https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/?p=33143 Forget cookie-cutter decor, embrace the charm of the unique! This collection of DIY vase makeovers celebrates the art of upcycling, transforming secondhand and recycled finds into vibrant centerpieces and stylish accents....

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]]> https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/upcycle-with-style-vase-makeovers-using-recycled-and-secondhand-finds/feed/ 4 The Joy of Thrifting: Transforming Secondhand Finds into Charming Home Decor https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/transforming-secondhand-finds-into-charming-home-decor/ https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/transforming-secondhand-finds-into-charming-home-decor/#comments Tue, 17 Oct 2023 09:46:47 +0000 https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/?p=30144 Thrifting has always been one of my favorite pastimes. There’s something incredibly satisfying about finding hidden gems in a pile of discarded items. Not only is it an eco-friendly way to...

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]]> https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/from-drab-to-fab-upcycling-an-ugly-thrift-store-lamp/feed/ 17 Upcycled Home Decor: 15 Thrift Store Ideas to Try Today! https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/15-thrift-store-decor-ideas-for-easily-found-items/ https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/15-thrift-store-decor-ideas-for-easily-found-items/#comments Thu, 19 Jan 2023 11:07:27 +0000 https://www.cottageonbunkerhill.com/?p=24679 Not sure what to look for at the thrift store to use in your home? Today I have 15 upcycled home decor ideas for using items that you can easily find...

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