Upcycle Ideas for Home Goods

One man's trash is another man's treasure. Here at Hometalk, we can help you make your own treasures out of things that some would consider trash. Find ideas in our best, top, and newest projects and browse our discussion boards. Ask a question and get an answer! We have videos and slideshows to help you find your next upcycle project.

Top Upcycling Projects

We've gathered our top upcycle projects for you to make that trash a treasure.

Rusty Tin Can Lanterns

Ohhhh, I have something to be excited about!!!! I have been ask by a group of awesome bloggers to participate in a monthly DIY challenge. Each month we will have a different project to come up with. This month the challenge is RUSTY ITEMS !!!! So without further chatter, welcome to the Project Challenge where 7 DIYers are creating some awesome stuff!!!!

Christine @ Little Brags

A Boring Dresser Gets an Epic Suitcase Makeover

Don't you just love those pictures of vintage suitcases stacked one on top of the other? There’s just something about the look that makes me think of a life well-traveled and filled with adventure and I really wanted my own stack of suitcases sooo badly. But they’re so hard to find and terribly expensive. We needed to make another plan. And the plan involved this boring pine dresser.

Michelle Leslie

Ladder Herb Garden

I’m pretty obsessed with ladders right now. I have blanket ladders in almost ever room of my house. I recently made a potting bench out of old pallets and had a leftover portion of a pallet that resembled a ladder! It was far too rough to be used in the house, but it was too rustic chic to not be taken advantage of! I’ve gotten into herbs lately, and though my green thumb is still young in its development, I decided this would be the cutest little ladder garden! This ladder would be quite easy to duplicate if you don’t happen to have a pallet ladder just laying around! I’ll go over that here as well! This is the perfect little garden if you are limited on the amount of green space you have available! You really could plant just about anything in here you wanted, flowers outdoors, house plants indoors, herbs inside or out! I love how versatile this is!

Red's Rustic Rehab

Farmhouse Thrift Store Upcycle

Who doesn't love a great thrift store find?! Whenever I get the chance to go to the local "Bargain Barn", I am never disappointed. This time around, I found a large mirror on sale, but I wasn't loving the frame. Nothing a little paint and elbow grease can't fix!

Brianna

DIY Vase Ideas

Today I will show you how to add a pop of color to your home with some crayons and a vase!

Sarah Vanderkooy

How to Make a Cute Flower Pine Cone & Twig Wreath

Hello and thanks for checking out my post today.I made this DIY wreath for Christmas but purposely didn't make it too 'Christmassy' so I didn't have to take it down afterward.The wintery elements are the cool colors and the way I've frosted up the foliage but this wreath wouldn't look out of place in the other seasons too (with the exception of fall maybe).I intend on keeping this wreath up until at least late spring!Check out my YouTube video on how to make this wreath, info, and the link below!Feel free to post any questions or comments too and I'll get back to you asap.

Hannah Somerville's Crafty Tutorials

How to Make a Nightstand From Clothes Hangers || DIY Side Table

The majority of us are hoarders of all kinds of hangers. Despite having enough hangers at home, we still buy new sets from time to time. We are all guilty of keeping the old ones even after we have bought new sets. Instead of throwing them away, I was able to convert them into a mini coffee table or nightstand. You can make use of your old hangers and turn them into a coffee table.

Polkilo

DIY Solar Fountain With Planter

Who doesn’t love the peaceful sound of running water? You can have your own bit of backyard oasis with a DIY solar fountain!It was a childhood dream of mine to have a babbling brook in my yard like Anne of Green Gables. (Our neighborhood has a stream, so we were close!) I’d still love to have some flowing water in the yard, if the budget allowed it.I first saw the idea for a DIY solar fountain over at The Interior Frugalista. The fountain part was surprisingly affordable, so I was inspired to make a version of my own for the backyard!The fountain I put together is a tiered solar fountain with a flower planter on the lower level!

Joy Elizabeth

Upcycled Crib Into Bathroom Vanity

A while ago I was given an old crib from a friend who was moving and was going to donate it. I never turn down a piece of furniture as I try to see potential in everything.

Ash | Dash Lifestyles

How to Make a Simple Wishing Well

I always wanted a wishing well in my yard. So when we went to the landfill. I seen the biggest pile of tires I had ever seen! with tires of every size imaginable. So I had my husband ask if we could have some. The man told us we could have as many as we wanted. So we got 4 tires that are used on big trucks.

Redbird

Farmhouse Thrift Store Upcycle

Brianna

DIY Vase Ideas

Today I will show you how to add a pop of color to your home with some crayons and a vase!

Sarah Vanderkooy

How to Make a Cute Flower Pine Cone & Twig Wreath

Hannah Somerville's Crafty Tutorials

How to Make a Nightstand From Clothes Hangers || DIY Side Table

Polkilo

DIY Solar Fountain With Planter

Joy Elizabeth

Upcycled Crib Into Bathroom Vanity

A while ago I was given an old crib from a friend who was moving and was going to donate it. I never turn down a piece of furniture as I try to see potential in everything.

Ash | Dash Lifestyles

How to Make a Simple Wishing Well

Redbird

We've got the slideshows to inspire you to upcycle instead of throwing things away.

Upcycling Videos

Check out our videos to help you upcycle your latest find.

High End Walmart Bar Cart Makeover

Bella Branch DIY

Hot Wheels Pumpkin

Meredith - Arts & Classy

Gem Christmas Tree

Holly Grace

Muffin Tin Hacks

Chas' Crazy Creations

Hometalkers' Favorite DIY Upcycling Projects

Looking for the best upcycling projects Hometalk has to offer? Here they are.

Pool Noodle Headboard

If you've ever shopped for furniture you know things can add up pretty quickly! My best friend recently purchased her first home and wanted to move in with some fresh pieces. We found an upholstered headboard online for $800!! Yikes! After looking at it for a bit, I decided to spend a few bucks and try to make it myself

Jessica

Custom DIY Area Rug From Placemats

Are you looking for an area rug but coming up short on selection? How about designing and creating a custom DIY area rug! This DIY has high end results without the high end price tag. An easy how-to that takes less than an hour! Quick, easy and budget friendly, yes please!

Farmhouse 1820

DIY PVC Pipe Privacy Screen

Use PVC pipe to create a one-of-a-kind outdoor screen!Please take a minute to click here to sign up for the Mother Daughter Projects weekly newsletter. You'll get notification about our new projects and what is up and coming.The inspiration for this project was a decorative fence we saw at Walt Disney World's Epcot, as well as the upholstery print in a booth at a restaurant! Inspiration is everywhere!Steph has been wanting to replace her garbage can privacy screen and this idea seemed like a perfect fit!

Mother Daughter Projects

What to Do With Old Solar Lights ...

We had a bunch of old glass solar lights that all had bad sensors . My husband held onto them , thinking there must be something we could use them for.... I love how this little upcycle turned out!

Pamela

How to Create a Cute Boho Tray From a Dollar Store Pizza Pan

I love the look of rope trays and today I want to show you how to make a DIY boho tray with rope handles. All you need is a pizza pan, some rope, and some shower curtain rings.Let's get crafting!

Meredith - Arts & Classy

Use a Shower Caddy as Wall Planter

When I came across a cheap (read: free) shower caddy, I snatched it up. Not because I needed more storage in the bath but because I had the perfect place in the garden for it. Yes! This holder of shampoo bottles would make for a great vertical wall planter. These wall gardens are ideal for adding a decorative touch to an otherwise plain wall. And are perfect for urban gardeners with limited space.

Arizona Craft Mom

Pool Noodle Headboard

Jessica

Custom DIY Area Rug From Placemats

Farmhouse 1820

DIY PVC Pipe Privacy Screen

Mother Daughter Projects

What to Do With Old Solar Lights ...

We had a bunch of old glass solar lights that all had bad sensors . My husband held onto them , thinking there must be something we could use them for.... I love how this little upcycle turned out!

Pamela

How to Create a Cute Boho Tray From a Dollar Store Pizza Pan

I love the look of rope trays and today I want to show you how to make a DIY boho tray with rope handles. All you need is a pizza pan, some rope, and some shower curtain rings.Let's get crafting!

Meredith - Arts & Classy

Use a Shower Caddy as Wall Planter

Arizona Craft Mom

Popular Upcycling Discussions

Got something to say? Let us know on our popular discussions board on upcycling.

Beer Cap Bathroom Floor

Cristy Andre

I wanted something different and unique in my basement bathroom. I started saving caps through bars and friends and here are the results! The floor is thin set, caps, grout, and epoxy coating.

Answer

Looking for ideas to use the cloth-bags that sheets & cases come in!

Becky

I hate to throw out the fabric bags that sheets and pillow cases come in I have a set with velcro closures and a set with elastic any ideas what to do with them ?

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Does anyone know where I can find free pallets?

LYNDA

I am beginning to make a little private garden in my drive. I have no yard but have a small parking area off my drive, plus another entrance. And of course limited income. I am wanting to make a gate to shut it off from the sidewalk/street, and then a fence on the side to block veiws from the street from that side. Make sense?? Anyway lots of ideas are shown with pallets and I am in Owensboro, Ky but could come 10 -20 miles to pick up. Thanks for listening appreciate any help! Lynda Pictures coming soon.

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Can i convert a regular sofa to a sofa sleeper

Rose

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New Upcycling Projects

Take a look at our new projects to help you upcycle and create something new.

How to Make a Chic Boho-Style End Table With Baskets From IKEA

Are you looking for a lazy furniture hack? Then today's DIY is for you! Today, I want to teach you how to make an end table with baskets from IKEA. This DIY round end table is super easy to make and costs less than $100, which for a boho-style rattan end table is a steal. Let’s get started!

Katy | LaughCryDIY

How to Make a Chic DIY Round End Table Out of Cheap Trash Cans

Can you turn $2 Dollar Tree trash cans, a round photo board, and fabric into a cute DIY round end table? You sure can! Find out how I created this DIY side table/plant stand to upgrade a new outdoor space.

Katy | LaughCryDIY

How To Reuse Trash

Hack your trash with these zero waste simple projects.

Recreated Designs

How to Make a Cute Tide Pod Scarecrow For Your Fall Decor

Don't overlook the creative potential of your empty Tide Pods container – it could be your next charming fall decor piece!In this DIY journey, we'll show you how to turn this everyday household item into an adorable scarecrow-themed decoration that's perfect for autumn.Follow along as we guide you through the steps to create your very own eye-catching Tide Pod scarecrow. Get ready to usher in the fall season with a fun and eco-friendly craft project that will brighten up your home from now through Thanksgiving. Here are more of Chloe's cute scarecrow diy's for fall!This post was transcribed by a member of the Hometalk editorial team from the original HometalkTV episode.

Chloe Crabtree

How to Use Dollar Tree Solar Lights to Make Cute Fall Decor

Head to Dollar Tree and grab a vase, pail, and solar light for this beautiful fall decor idea. I'm going to show you how to make a solar lantern for your front porch. Let's get started!This post was transcribed by a member of the Hometalk editorial team from the original HometalkTV episode.

Meredith - Arts & Classy

How to Make a Cute Tide Pod Container Pumpkin Centerpiece

The next time you finish your Tide Pods be sure to save the container for this beautiful DIY pumpkin centerpiece. In this tutorial, I'll show you how to build a fall floral arrangement using autumn leaves, sunflowers, mums, berries, and more.Keep reading to discover how to make a Tide Pod container pumpkin for your fall tablescape.This post was transcribed by a member of the Hometalk editorial team from the original HometalkTV episode.

Chloe Crabtree