Many of us spent the recent Labor Day holiday enjoying time with family and friends. Continue to spend together long after the holiday is over by doing DIY projects together. There is something special about transforming a thrift store item with a loved one or two because it combines your energies, is creative, and is rewarding to see the fruits of your collaborative efforts.
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How did it happen? Summer vacations are over now, and kids are back in school. Continue with the fun outside of the classroom—by creating a space for them to get away from the books and blackboards. Two school chairs are paired with a small industrial stool for a vibrant set just the right size for the littler ones! This project is easy as A-B-C or 1-2-3 when you follow the simple steps offered here.
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Forget that old-fashioned advice, “Don’t wear white after Labor Day.” White tones look great at any time, on any project, and in any setting. Four items went from “garage sale Granny” to “sharp, chic, and sophisticated” using a crisp, bright white hue.
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By shopping at Goodwill, you are doing it in a more affordable and sustainable way. That is great for your wallet and the environment. And did you know that 91 cents of every dollar spent at Goodwill helps fund free job-training programs? So you are impacting our community in a great way too!
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Keep these three “H’s” in mind when you want your upcycling project to look hip, happening, and hot: Hue, Handles & Height. An old dresser receives a dramatic transformation by painting it a new hue. Adding new and cool handles gives it a great vibe. Last but certainly not least, it gets raised to a new level by adding legs, hence the height.
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