DIY Home Decor Thrift Flips: Create Designer Decor For Less

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Hey there! I'm so excited to share with you some amazing budget home decor makeovers I did using thrift store finds. Thrift flips are some of my favorite projects, and today I'm taking you through each transformation step by step.

Supplies

FLEXiO 3500: https://bit.ly/41iamOE

Large Spray Shelter: https://bit.ly/4150mIU

Medium Spray Shelter: https://bit.ly/3o6P8VZ

Wagner Turn Table

Furno Heat Gun

DAP Spackling

Silk All-In-One Paint Sand Castle - https://dixiebellepaint.com/sand-castle-silk-all-in-one-mineral-paint/?aff=166

Dixie Belle Glaze Van Dyke Brown - https://dixiebellepaint.com/van-dyke-brown-glaze/?aff=166

Dixie Belle Dirt Earth - https://dixiebellepaint.com/dixie-dirt-4oz/?aff=166

Silk All-In-One Anchor - https://dixiebellepaint.com/anchor-silk-paint/?aff=166

Baskets

I started with some lovely baskets. Baskets are a thrift store treasure because they are versatile and easy to find. I found one with the potential to resemble the Pottery Barn style, which usually retails for a hefty price tag. Using my trusty Wagner Flexio 3500 sprayer, I sprayed them with a beautiful beige undercoat to achieve that Pottery Barn natural look. The Flexio 3500's air control flow and material flow settings made the job a breeze.

After the base coat dried, I applied a brown glaze for extra depth and detail. These baskets are now ready to adorn any space in style.

Lamp

Next up was a lamp. Lamps are fantastic thrift flip candidates, and I stumbled upon this one for just eight dollars. With a little TLC, some spackle, and a lot of paint, I transformed it into a stunning piece reminiscent of a Pottery Barn design that usually costs around $239. After a thorough cleaning. I used some spackle to get a beautiful textured finish and then sanded out the rough edges.

After sanding, I applied a matte beige paint using my Wagner sprayer. The coverage was fantastic, and it was done in a fraction of the time it would have taken to paint by hand. When the paint was dry, I rubbed some Dixie Dirt on the lamp to get in all that texture and give a beautiful earthy finish. The final result was a chic and elegant lamp that would elevate any room.

Cane Magazine Holder

Another exciting find was a magazine rack with beautiful cane detailing. It had some water damage, but for $4.99, I couldn't resist its unique design. After removing and repairing some damaged veneer, I gave it a good cleaning and sanded it to prepare it for a two-toned makeover. I painted the cane portion beige and the rest black using my trusty Wagner sprayer. The result was a magazine holder that looked like a high-end piece from The Container Store.

Chair

The star of the show was this solid oak chair. It had an incredible shape, and at just six dollars, it was a steal. After cleaning and sanding, I painted it black using the Wagner sprayer. Chairs can be a time-consuming paint job, but with the sprayer, it was a breeze. The result was a sophisticated and stylish piece that would make a statement in any room.

Lantern

I also picked up a lantern for six dollars. While it had potential, I wasn't a fan of the metallic finish. With a coat of black paint applied using the Wagner sprayer, it transformed into a chic and modern lantern.

Vase

Lastly, I found a vase that needed a new look. Although it was a bit pricey at ten dollars, I knew I could make it shine. After some sanding and cleaning, I applied a beautiful black paint using my Wagner sprayer. The result was a vase that looked like a high-end piece, ready to adorn any space.

Textured Canvas Art

To add a personal touch, I created a textured canvas art piece. I applied spackle in a random pattern and let it dry. Then, I painted it this on trend shade of Umber using my Wagner Flexio 3500 sprayer. The result was a unique and beautiful piece of artwork that will be the perfect addition to my fireplace mantle.

I hope you enjoyed this journey through my budget home decor makeovers using thrift store finds. It just goes to show that with a little creativity and a few of the right tools, you can transform thrifted items into stylish home accent pieces that rival high-end brands.

Hello, World!

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