Upcycle Ideas for Home Goods

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.

New Upcycling Projects

Take a look at our new projects to help you upcycle and create something new.

Browse Upcycling Projects
New Life For An Old Barn Door
Repurpose an Old Light Fixture
Fire Starters From Cardboard Tubes
DIY Cable Spool Ottoman Stool
Our Favorite Recycled Book Art
I Made a Sofa Out of a Fold-up Cot.
The Hardest Button to Button: A DIY Tufted Storage Ottoman.
Just in Case: A Suitcase Vanity
Bunny Garland and Paper Mache Eggs – Upcycled Easter DIY
Faux Mantel From an Old China Hutch
Coffee Can Decoupage Project
How To Use a Yoga Ball To Make a Concrete Sphere-Planter
Another Bench Project From an Old Bed
Recycle An Old Drinking Glass Into A Fun Pencil Holder
Turning a French Door Into a Shower Wall.
DIY Christmas Tree Topper!
How to Make an Easy Mini Aquatic Plants Pond With an Old Metal Washtub
Use Your Old CD Cases for Creative Wall Art
The Motorcycle Dining Room Table
Recycled Soda Bottles as Hanging Seedling Rain Chains
Practically Free Rose Trellis
$5 Curtains
Make a Tilt Out Trash Bin Out of Pallets
Elegant Bedroom Bunny Hutch From Dresser
Dandelion Lanterns From Up-cycled Plastic Bottles
Paint An Old File Cabinet To Make A Large, Colorful Planter
Terracotta Coaster
Diy Bunny Pen Holder With Plastic Bottle
DIY Tiered Tray Upcycled From Thrift Store Finds
Hummingbird Feeder DIY Made From Soda Bottle and Seasoning Container
Repurposed Orange Dresser Into Farmhouse Pantry Cabinet
7 Amazing Recycled Crafts Anyone Can Enjoy Making
How to Make Windows Look Like Stained Glass With Alcohol Ink!
DIY Plant Stands From a Thrifted Bar Stool
DIY Mason Jar Terrarium
Your Guide to Making a DIY Succulent Planter From an Old Frying Pan
Microwave Cart Repurposed
Easy Crate Bench on Wheels
Old Doors Give New Life to Backyard!
Plastic Straw Light Fixture DIY - Yes, Plastic Straws!
Barn Loft Ladder Chandelier
Vintage Windows Into Stained Glass Mosaics
Solar Outdoor Table Lamp
How To Turn An Old Dresser Into A Kitchen Island/Storage Piece
Cabinet Pantry
DIY Self- Watering Planter
DIY Shoe Storage From Old Drawer
Old Drawers Turned into Planter Boxes
Repurposed Garden Bike
Upcycled End Table From a Wooden Tray and Wire Basket
Pallet Snowman
Table Leg Candle Holders
50s Bike Turned Into a Priceless Credenza!
Repurposed Book Knife Block
Upcycled Coffee Can Wall Pocket
How I Made a Cute Dog Bed From an Old Dresser Drawer
Bookcase + DIY = Ottoman
How To Reuse Trash