12 Thrift Store Housewares Transformations

A Dozen Easy Thrift Store Housewares Transformations DIY Ideas

When I go trash to treasure hunting at a thrift store, I head straight for the housewares. There are so many fun things to look at. I take my time investigating each aisle and inspecting vases, bowls, cups, trays, anything that speaks to me. I have done a lot of thrift store housewares transformations over the years so I thought I’d share before and after pictures of my favorite 12 projects. If you want the tutorial, just go ahead and click the link!

Where to Go

Here are some of my favorite places to hunt, specifically for housewares:

Habitat Humanity ReStore
Goodwill
Salvation Army

What to Look For

Baskets
Candlesticks
Any type of container (wood, glass, ceramic)
Trinket Boxes
Small Figurines
Cups and Saucers
Vases
Bowls
Wooden Items

Don’t Pay Attention To

Color
Minor scratches

Avoid

Weird smells
Broken items beyond repair
Chips in glass

Easy Transformation Ideas

DIY Upcycled Striped Utensil Holder

OK, to be fair, this first one isn’t one I did, but I helped guide one of my best friends through her idea and provided her with the supplies. They came out looking great!

Teacup Bird Feeder Repurposing Idea

This one is a favorite for spring. The birds LOVE these little feeders and my daughter and I enjoy refilling them together.

How to Make Your Own Personalized Mugs

These make great gifts. You can make them for friend, family, teachers, and coaches and personalize them as you wish.

Thrift Store Find Wooden Bowl Makeover

This is a simple way to add a nautical twist to an otherwise plain wooden bowl.

DIY Rope Vase 15 Minute How To

Another way to give a nautical look to an inexpensive glass vase.

Trash to Treasure DIY Serving Tray How To

Everytime I walk into a Goodwill, I see a tray. I gave a face lift to this old wooden tray and turned it into a colorful serving tray.

6 Down, 6 To Go

Upcycled Thrift Store DIY Dessert Stands

I needed some platters for a party, and these were a great budget friendly alternative to the expensive retail dessert platters. All you need is some industrial strength glue!