Author: Tim Kime

Create heart-warming, charming candle votives by pairing Goodwill-found jars with thrifted book pages.  These eye-catching creations are perfect to make for Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day and are lovely centerpieces for bridal showers and birthday gatherings.  

With the holidays behind us, you might have a plethora of leftover tissue paper from gifts in your stash or you might find some donated to Goodwill.  Upcycle it into pretty peonies that will bloom all-year long and give the feeling of Spring during the cold winter months.  Rather than toss it, transform your tissue paper following these simple steps then give a stem or two to your loved ones, friends or boo for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day or any day!

Give a Goodwill-found book a new chapter by upcycling its pages into paper roses.  This easy DIY project creates elegant flowers and buds that are perfect to embellish items as gifts for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, birthdays, and more. 

Create a truly one-of-a-kind piece of wall art by upcycling a sequined dress.  Pair it with a thrifted frame and you have an eye-catching art piece for just a few dollars.  

Ring in 2025 with shine and sparkle by shopping at Goodwill. For just a few dollars, you can upcycle, reuse, and repurpose Goodwill finds to set a table with shimmering style. Pick up items in gold, silver, and black tones, then place them together for an elegant and glamorous look.