Upcycle
One man's trash is another man's treasure. Here at Hometalk, we can help you make your own treasures out of things that some would consider trash. Find ideas in our best, top, and newest projects and browse our discussion boards. Ask a question and get an answer! We have videos and slideshows to help you find your next upcycle project.
Top Upcycling Projects
We've gathered our top upcycle projects for you to make that trash a treasure.
Turn An Old Window Into Wall Art
I always loved the way the windows looked in my church, the intricate stained glass that was...
Button Dish
If you're looking for a fun project to do with your littles, or just for yourself, this is one to...
Frugal Four Season Burlap Wreath
Need a cheap, quick and versatile wreath? This one's for you all you'll basically need is a pool...
Casual and Cute Blue-Jean Coasters
These no-sew coasters are Free and Easy, and get lots of compliments. Kids could easily make sets...
17 Awesome DIY TV Stands
Update any room with a new TV stand! Check out these 17 awesome DIY TV stands and get inspired to...
25 Best DIY Pallet Projects That Will Transform Your Home and Yard
Most DIYers find it hard to resist a pile of wood pallets, and with good reason – they are ripe with...
Crate Storage Unit
If you're in need of storage but don't want to go out and buy a cheap, plastic cabinet or drop a...
Declutter Kitchen Countertop With A Curtain Rod
I don't know about you, but I can't stand clutter on my counters, especially in my small apartment...
Kitchen Cabinet Makeover
Thrift store find: I've always wanted a mudroom, but was lacking the space for one. So I created a...
Lanterns Made From Frames
Here's a project that is inexpensive, yet looks nice and can be used for any season, or just to have...
Popular Slideshows for Upcycling
We've got the slideshows to inspire you to upcycle instead of throwing things away.
Upcycling Videos
Check out our videos to help you upcycle your latest find.
Coffee Mate Kitchen Storage Containers
We go through Coffee Mate creamers like crazy here at the office and wanted to find a way to reuse...
Twinkling Fall Topiary With Lights in Just 30 Minutes!
Fall has always been my favorite time of year -- between the crisp weather, the coziness of the...
Vintage Style Coffee Table From Pallet - VIDEO
Would you like to get a vintage look in your room? But couldn't you find the perfect table to fit in...
The Cheapest Closet Space Saver Ever!
I don't know about you, but my coat closet is always a wreck. There's just so many coats and so...
Hometalkers' Favorite DIY Upcycling Projects
Looking for the best upcycling projects Hometalk has to offer? Here they are.
Rubber Door Mat Wall Decor in 30 Minutes
Hey Y'all!!! I'm am so excited about this project!If you're looking for a statement piece for your...
Make Your Own Pom Pom Rug
Picking out rugs is sooooo hard for an indecisive like me, so I thought I would go ahead and make...
Boot Storage DIY
This was a prototype that my hubby and I came up with to store my boots. It is not pretty but does...
Giant Bouncy Ball Ornaments
Who's ready for Christmas???? I know I am! It's time to pack away the Halloween stuff and start...
Wine Bottle Tiki Torches
With summer comes bugs, and more annoyingly, mosquitos! Thankfully, this summer I will have these...
Newspaper Print Cement Vase
This cement vase can be covered in any image of your choice. This one was made to look like a rolled...
Popular Upcycling Discussions
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Got an Upcycling Question?
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New Upcycling Projects
Take a look at our new projects to help you upcycle and create something new.
Entry Transformation With Ladders
My tired and boring entry way of the new (to us) home needed help and character. I used some old...
How to Make a Birdbath
I wanted to make a simple birdbath so I had the idea of using PVC piping. Then I bought a white...
Barn Loft Ladder Chandelier
I had been searching for something unique to hang my pots and pans from in my kitchen. I eventually...
A Re-Purposed Glass Votive Shade - Two Ways
You know the glass votive shades that are available for a dollar at thrift shops? They have a rubber...
Industrial Shelf Solution for the Guest Bath (or any room!)
We were in desperate need of extra storage in our teeny, tiny guest bath. The single vintage shelf...
Re-purpose metal mailbox to planter.
I have taken an old metal mailbox and made into a planter. To see this an more interesting items...
Browse Upcycling Projects
Beach themed Headboard made from re-purposed garden reeds
Lovely for a beach themed bedroom ... see how easy this was to make
Have Wine Will Travel
I was given this vintage suitcase that I loved. I knew I had to put it to good use. I wanted to...
A Re-purposed Pizza Peel Message Board
I purchased a wooden pizza peel at a garage sale a couple weeks ago for $2. I planned to add a...
Repurposed Rake Spring Decor - Video
With a flower bundle and some ribbon, you can turn any old rake into some fresh looking spring decor...
Old Fence Palings and a Rotten Window Frame to Vertical Garden
On the weekend my husband and I finally got around to repairing our wooden fence. Some of the...
DIY Sunroom Makeover
Almost all of the items in our newly revamped sunroom were DIY projects, which makes the final...
