Antiques and vintage are part of our heritage. There are so may ways to incorporate them in our daily lives. From old doors to barn wood and much

Window on the World

“Bringing the past into the present to cherish in the future.”

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Add architectural interest to any room by hanging old windows as art. For a more custom look, use mirror spray paint to turn a window into a mirror. (BHG)

Frame It Up

Flea markets and secondhand shops are rife with vintage artwork. If the art isn’t your style, but the frame is calling your name and the price is right, scoop up the piece and start collecting other frames for the ultimate ensemble. Once you have the perfect mix, hang the frames as is, or unify the display by painting all the frames the same color. (BHG)

Jewelry Case

Turn a vintage printer’s tray into storage for your favorite jewelry and art for your bedroom walls. Paint the case to match your decor and line the cubbies with pretty papers. Screw brass hooks from a hardware store into each compartment. To a make room for necklaces and bracelets, use a hammer to remove a few slats.

Use Family Photos

Turn a blank stairway wall into a display of treasured family photos. Print the pictures in sepia or black and white to give the photo an older feel. Use a variety of image sizes and display inside weathered or antiqued frames. (BHG)

“Bringing the past into the present to cherish in the future.”

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Upcycling is the step before recycling – Re-thinking waste and creating practical, useful and beautiful works from it!

Looking for ideas on how to upcycle old doors?

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