Category Archives: Trash to Treasure

time to get cozy

Posted on February 1, 2011 by niftythriftygirl

I recently scoured my local thrift store with a friend and brought home several wool sweaters. I love to recycle old wool sweaters, felt them and make purses or pillows out of them. The sleeves of the sweaters usually go … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessories, Do It Yourself, Fabric, Project, Trash to Treasure | Tagged felted wool, recycled, sewing, sweater, thrift store find, upcycle | Leave a comment

side table make-over

Posted on April 27, 2010 by niftythriftygirl

A few weeks ago my daughter and I headed out for a little shopping. I had been thinking about a pair of side tables I had seen at an antique store. I’ve been wanting side tables for quite some time … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessories, Decorating, Do It Yourself, How To, Living Room, Paint, Project, Trash to Treasure | Tagged before & after, furniture, re-do, side tables, thrift store | 8 Comments

flea market, yard sales, new kitten and fireworks

Posted on September 13, 2009 by niftythriftygirl

It’s been a busy week for Nifty Thrifty Girl. I went to the local flea market early on Sunday and scooped up a bunch of treasures. The muffin tin will be used to hold some of the clutter in my … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessories, Decorating, Do It Yourself, Flea Market, Project, Trash to Treasure | 5 Comments

What’s in drawer #3?

Posted on August 12, 2009 by niftythriftygirl

I haven’t had my usual good luck at yard/garage sales this summer. It seems there isn’t an abundance of furniture or vintage pieces. Then, last week I hit the jackpot. As I pulled up to this particular sale my eyes … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessories, Decorating, Dining Room, Do It Yourself, Project, Trash to Treasure | Tagged bargain, dresser, furniture, garage sale, numbers, transformation, white, yard sale | Leave a comment

I’m in the Mood Lighting

Posted on June 23, 2009 by niftythriftygirl

I was in my bedroom the other night staring at an empty corner and I had a thought…I need some mood lighting. For some reason, this idea just popped into my head so I ran to my garage and grabbed … Continue reading →