If you feel like you never have any luck when you’re thrift shopping, maybe it’s because you’re not looking with the right frame of mind. Instead of trying to find the item that perfectly finds your vision/needs, look for the item that has good potential. You may never find that gorgeous decorative vase in pristine condition that perfectly matches the wall color in your dining room. Chances are, that perfect item doesn’t even exist….yet.
What you need to do is look for a vase that can be repurposed, so it can become it image you have in your head. Maybe you find something that’s the right shape, or size, but the color is all wrong and it’s pretty scratched/scuffed. Pick up some spray paint in the correct color, and apply multiple coats to cover up those imperfections. Next time you walk into Goodwill, try to remember all the ways you can repurpose and restyle an item in order to suit your needs. The possibilities are endless once you introduce the D.I.Y frame of mind.
Check out these great articles to get inspiration & learn more about restoring items for your home:
Home Stories A to Z; How to Flawlessly Spray Paint Furniture
LeCultivateur; Refinishing Must-Haves
ThirtyEightStreet; How To Transform Second Hand Furniture Easily