{"id":409000596,"date":"2018-05-15T11:22:38","date_gmt":"2018-05-15T16:22:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/?p=409000596"},"modified":"2020-03-19T02:49:38","modified_gmt":"2020-03-19T07:49:38","slug":"diy-thirft-store-projects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/diy-thirft-store-projects\/","title":{"rendered":"13 DIY Projects to Make from Supplies Found at a Thrift Store"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>One person&#8217;s trash is another person&#8217;s treasure. It&#8217;s amazing what you can find at a thrift store. Even more amazing is what you can do with those finds! From turning ashtrays into coasters to pet beds made out of old throw pillows, there seems to be no limits to what you can create with your thrifty finds. Here, I&#8217;ve put together a list of ideas to help you transform your next thrift store buy into a unique work of art.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Chalk_Menu_Board_from_an_Old_Tray\"><\/span><strong>1) Chalk Menu Board from an Old Tray<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_50 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-649115e3ac4ad\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" 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href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/diy-thirft-store-projects\/#1_Chalk_Menu_Board_from_an_Old_Tray\" title=\"1) Chalk Menu Board from an Old Tray\">1) Chalk Menu Board from an Old Tray<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/diy-thirft-store-projects\/#2_Or_Make_a_Pebble_Mat_for_Shoes\" title=\"2) Or, Make a Pebble Mat for Shoes\">2) Or, Make a Pebble Mat for Shoes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/diy-thirft-store-projects\/#3_Turn_Old_Maps_into_a_Rustic_Wall_Gallery\" title=\"3) Turn Old Maps into a Rustic Wall Gallery\">3) Turn Old Maps into a Rustic Wall Gallery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/diy-thirft-store-projects\/#4_Silk_Scarves_Make_Unique_Pillowcases\" title=\"4) Silk Scarves Make Unique Pillowcases\">4) Silk Scarves Make Unique Pillowcases<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/diy-thirft-store-projects\/#5_Turn_Old_Sweaters_into_a_Cat_Bed\" title=\"5) Turn Old Sweaters into a Cat Bed\">5) Turn Old Sweaters into a Cat Bed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/diy-thirft-store-projects\/#6_An_Old_Sweater_Makes_a_Cute_Tank_Top\" title=\"6) An Old Sweater Makes a Cute Tank Top\">6) An Old Sweater Makes a Cute Tank Top<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/diy-thirft-store-projects\/#7_Use_Metallic_Paint_Pens_to_Make_Ashtrays_into_Adorable_Coasters\" title=\"7) Use Metallic Paint Pens to Make Ashtrays into Adorable Coasters\">7) Use Metallic Paint Pens to Make Ashtrays into Adorable Coasters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/diy-thirft-store-projects\/#8_Make_Personalized_Cups_from_Thriftstore_Glasseware\" title=\"8) Make Personalized Cups from Thriftstore Glasseware\">8) Make Personalized Cups from Thriftstore Glasseware<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/diy-thirft-store-projects\/#9_Turn_Old_Records_into_One-of-a-Kind_Bowls\" title=\"9) Turn Old Records into One-of-a-Kind Bowls\">9) Turn Old Records into One-of-a-Kind Bowls<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/diy-thirft-store-projects\/#10_Thrifted_Tea_Pots_Make_Great_Planters\" title=\"10) Thrifted Tea Pots Make Great Planters\">10) Thrifted Tea Pots Make Great Planters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/diy-thirft-store-projects\/#11_Create_Mirrors_from_Old_Dishes\" title=\"11) Create Mirrors from Old Dishes\">11) Create Mirrors from Old Dishes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/diy-thirft-store-projects\/#12_Window_Pane_Hanging_Garden\" title=\"12) Window Pane Hanging Garden\">12) Window Pane Hanging Garden<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/vintage-style\/diy-thirft-store-projects\/#13_Make_Wall_Art_From_Dishes\" title=\"13) Make Wall Art From Dishes\">13) Make Wall Art From Dishes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-409010823\" src=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-44.jpg\" width=\"475\" height=\"608\" alt=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" title=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-44.jpg 475w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-44-391x500.jpg 391w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Silver, bronze, or wood serving trays are often found in scuffed, chipped condition all over thrift stores. A coat of metallic paint (or your favorite color) and some chalkboard paint turns these dingy relics into useful menu boards for your home or business. Check out <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thekimsixfix.com\/2012\/12\/silver-serving-tray-chalkboard-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this tutorial<\/a> from The Kim Six Fix (<a href=\"https:\/twitter.com\/thekimsixfix\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@thekimsixfix<\/a>) to make one of your own.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Or_Make_a_Pebble_Mat_for_Shoes\"><\/span><strong>2) Or, Make a Pebble Mat for Shoes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-409010824\" src=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-45.jpg\" width=\"360\" height=\"450\" alt=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" title=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Perhaps the tray you&#8217;ve found is a little too scratched up to be used for a chalkboard. Maybe that&#8217;s just not your thing, but you still want to do something with the tray you bought. Why not turn it into a pebble mat for your shoes? It&#8217;s a fun project with a practical twist. Get started on yours with <a href=\"https:\/www.closetfactory.com\/projects\/diy-boot-tray\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this tutorial<\/a> from Closet Factory (<a href=\"https:\/twitter.com\/ClosetFactory\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@ClosetFactory<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Turn_Old_Maps_into_a_Rustic_Wall_Gallery\"><\/span><strong>3) Turn Old Maps into a Rustic Wall Gallery<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-409010825\" src=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-46.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"320\" alt=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" title=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-46.jpg 640w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-46-500x250.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>I&#8217;m actually excited to have stumbled across this idea. One of my kids collects old maps, and I know what I&#8217;m doing this weekend! Simply place the old maps onto a matte background in a frame and hang on the wall. Check out this and other <a href=\"http:\/\/www.countryliving.com\/diy-crafts\/g2466\/repurposed-maps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DIY ideas for old maps<\/a> from CountryLiving (<a href=\"https:\/twitter.com\/CountryLiving\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@CountryLiving<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Silk_Scarves_Make_Unique_Pillowcases\"><\/span><strong>4) Silk Scarves Make Unique Pillowcases<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-409010826\" src=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-47.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"875\" alt=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" title=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-47.jpg 800w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-47-457x500.jpg 457w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-47-768x840.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Thinking about buying new pillowcases, or maybe some new throw pillows for your living room? Hold onto your wallet &#8211; for a few bucks at your local thrift store and a little of your time, you can transform pillows you already own. Apartment Therapy (<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/AptTherapy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@AptTherapy<\/a>) offers a no-sew tutorial <a href=\"http:\/\/www.apartmenttherapy.com\/how-to-make-vintage-scarf-pillow-covers-no-sewing-needed-apartment-therapy-tutorials-212473\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Need more of a visual aid? Check out <a href=\"https:\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0vsm0xcovEg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this video tutorial<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Turn_Old_Sweaters_into_a_Cat_Bed\"><\/span><strong>5) Turn Old Sweaters into a Cat Bed<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-409010827\" src=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-48.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" alt=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" title=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-48.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-48-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-48-400x400.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/>You can find sweaters of all shapes, colors and sizes at thrift stores, but what to do with them? <a href=\"http:\/\/astutehomestead.blogspot.com\/2014\/05\/how-to-diy-pet-bed-from-old-sweater.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Astute Homestead<\/a> has the perfect solution. Turn those sweaters into \u00a0comfy bed\u00a0for your family pet!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_An_Old_Sweater_Makes_a_Cute_Tank_Top\"><\/span><strong>6) An Old Sweater Makes a Cute Tank Top<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-409010828\" src=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies.png\" width=\"400\" height=\"264\" alt=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" title=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Why spend $20 on a new top from the <a href=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/how-to-thrift-store-shop\/\">store when you can buy a handful of sweaters at the thrift<\/a> store and make your own? Wildamor\u00a0can get you started <a href=\"http:\/\/wildamor.com\/diy-sweater-tank-top-and-high-waisted\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Use_Metallic_Paint_Pens_to_Make_Ashtrays_into_Adorable_Coasters\"><\/span><strong>7) Use Metallic Paint Pens to Make Ashtrays into Adorable Coasters<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-409010829\" src=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-49.jpg\" width=\"650\" height=\"866\" alt=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" title=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-49.jpg 650w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-49-375x500.jpg 375w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With smoking on a downtrend, ashtrays litter the shelves of thrift stores, half-forgotten relics. ViralNova (<a href=\"https:\/twitter.com\/ViralNova\">@ViralNova<\/a>) suggests using <a href=\"http:\/\/www.viralnova.com\/thrift-store-diy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">metallic paint pens<\/a> to turn those old ashtrays into adorable coasters.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Make_Personalized_Cups_from_Thriftstore_Glasseware\"><\/span><strong>8) Make Personalized Cups from Thriftstore Glasseware<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-409010830\" src=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-50.jpg\" width=\"636\" height=\"358\" alt=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" title=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-50.jpg 636w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-50-500x281.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 636px) 100vw, 636px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Personalized coffee cups, wine glasses, and such are all the rage right now, but can cost a pretty penny. Using <a href=\"http:\/\/lifehacker.com\/5992703\/use-a-sharpie-to-make-custom-coffee-mugs-personalized-plates-and-more\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">these tips<\/a> from Lifehacker (<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/lifehacker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@lifehacker<\/a>), you can create your own at a fraction of the cost.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Turn_Old_Records_into_One-of-a-Kind_Bowls\"><\/span><strong>9) Turn Old Records into One-of-a-Kind Bowls<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-409010831\" src=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-51.jpg\" width=\"550\" height=\"366\" alt=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" title=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-51.jpg 550w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-51-500x333.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With the advent of the digital age, vinyl records are technological dinosaurs. Give these old records new life by <a href=\"http:\/\/www.upcyclethat.com\/record-bowls\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">turning them into bowls<\/a>, advises Upcycle That (<a href=\"https:\/twitter.com\/upcyclethat\">@upcyclethat<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>Get started with <a href=\"https:\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=G-KVx5U5NRA\">this<\/a> video tutorial.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Thrifted_Tea_Pots_Make_Great_Planters\"><\/span><strong>10) Thrifted Tea Pots Make Great Planters<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-409010832\" src=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-52.jpg\" width=\"320\" height=\"240\" alt=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" title=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For an added splash of fun in your garden, why not take that vintage tea pot and turn it into a planter? Found Beauty Studio (<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/foundbeautyvt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@foundbeautyvt<\/a>) offers a <a href=\"http:\/\/foundbeautystudio.blogspot.com\/2013\/04\/diy-tutorial-turn-old-teapot-into.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">step-by-step tutorial<\/a> to help you liven up your garden.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Create_Mirrors_from_Old_Dishes\"><\/span><strong>11) Create Mirrors from Old Dishes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-409010833\" src=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-53.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"667\" alt=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" title=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-53.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-53-375x500.jpg 375w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There always seems to be an abundance of gorgeous old dishes at thrift stores. Crafty Nest (<a href=\"https:\/twitter.com\/craftynest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@CraftyNest<\/a>) inspires with <a href=\"http:\/\/www.craftynest.com\/2009\/04\/thrift-store-plate-mirrors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">these<\/a> beautiful mirrors from thrift store dishes.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Window_Pane_Hanging_Garden\"><\/span><strong>12) Window Pane Hanging Garden<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-409010834\" src=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-54.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"798\" alt=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" title=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-54.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-54-376x500.jpg 376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Have you ever wondered what you could possibly do with the old windows you see sitting in a dusty corner at your local thrift store? ArtsandClassy (<a href=\"https:\/twitter.com\/meredithanneg\">@MeredithAnneG<\/a>) has the answer: turn them into <a href=\"http:\/\/artsandclassy.com\/2015\/06\/12-creative-thrift-store-diy-art-decor-projects.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hanging gardens<\/a>! Perfect for indoor or outdoor use, they&#8217;re sure to be a hit.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Make_Wall_Art_From_Dishes\"><\/span><strong>13) Make Wall Art From Dishes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-409010835\" src=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-55.jpg\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" alt=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" title=\"34 Tips to Thrift Store Shop Like a Pro! (Pass On to Newbies!)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-55.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-55-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-55-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sammydvintage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/34-tips-to-thrift-store-shop-like-a-pro-pass-on-to-newbies-55-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With a stencil set and a Sharpie or two, you can turn your thrift stores plates into beautiful, unique wall art. Angelinthenorth.com (<a href=\"https:\/twitter.com\/angel_in_north\">@angel_in_north<\/a>) offers a tutorial to begin creating your own stunning wall art <a href=\"http:\/\/www.angelinthenorth.com\/2013\/03\/06\/i-am-an-international-superstar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Thrift store finds are only as limited in their potential as you want them to be. I love finding old things to make new again. We hope this list helps you do the same, and wish you hours of fun and creating! What thrifty finds have you made into something completely new recently? Let us know in the comments, and don&#8217;t forget to share this list with your friends!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One person&#8217;s trash is another person&#8217;s treasure. It&#8217;s amazing what you can find at a thrift store. Even more amazing is what you can do with those finds! 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