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Thrifted vs. Styled: Vintage Milk Glass Bottles Turned Spring Centerpiece Magic

Discover how to turn thrifted vintage milk glass bottles into a beautiful spring centerpiece in this easy DIY tutorial! Learn how to clean, prep, and style vintage milk bottles with fresh flowers like daffodils and chamomile—perfect for spring home decor, Easter tablescapes, or farmhouse-inspired vignettes. This budget-friendly, beginner-friendly project blends vintage charm with seasonal blooms to create a stunning statement piece for your table. Thrifted vs. styled has never looked so lovely!

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Not All Thrift Stores Are Created Equal: My Top Thrifting Tips

One of the questions I get asked most often is: “How do you find so many good things at the thrift store?” And my answer always starts the same way—not all thrift stores are created equal.

In today’s post, I’m sharing the simple tips I’ve learned over the years that help me find joy and inspiration while thrifting—whether I come home with a basket full of treasures or just fresh ideas for a future DIY. From shopping around to finding “your store,” to chatting with volunteers and staying open-minded, these are the tried-and-true ways I make the most of every thrifting adventure.

If you love the charm of vintage pieces and the thrill of a good find, I hope this encourages you to head out with curiosity, creativity, and patience. Because sometimes, the real treasure isn’t what you bring home—it’s the inspiration you gather along the way.

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Upcycled Vase with Woodpeckers Crafts

I not only love to go thrifting, but I love to upcycle thrifted projects! Upcycling is about repurposing old items and transforming them into something entirely new and beautiful. Today on the blog I have a really fun upcycled project that is perfect for your Spring and Summer blooms featuring old vases and Woodpeckers Crafts’ wooden balls.

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