Upcycling ideas: Artisanal flourish, affordable cost
Want to add some truly unique flourishes to your home décor? Save money, unleash your creativity and get some great upcycling ideas here.
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Upcycling ideas: Artisanal flourish, affordable cost
Want to add some truly unique flourishes to your home décor? Save money, unleash your creativity and get some great upcycling ideas here.
When it comes to decorating our homes and gardens, there are a million different retailers, magazines and designers offering advice and ways to achieve the so-called ‘perfect look’. While this is all very nice, it often leaves little to no room for personal expression and we simply end up with homes that appear barely distinguishable from one another.
And although functionality and quality are the primary concern when it comes to our homes, it’s the individual flourishes here and there that can really lift a room or backyard and make them stand out. Unfortunately, buying artisanal and bespoke pieces can be expensive. But there is a much more affordable alternative: upcycling.
If you’ve ever browsed through items at a thrift store or yard sale, you’ll know there’s an abundance of once cherished items just waiting to have new life breathed into them. To inspire you, here are some upcycling ideas for beginners.
If there’s one thing we can never have enough of, it’s surfaces to put things on. Here’s an idea for a vintage-inspired side table made from an old vinyl record – the staple of every garage and yard sale.
Loctite Vinyl, Fabric & Plastic Flexible Adhesive is the perfect choice of plastic glue for this upcycling decorating idea. As well as being waterproof, it dries clear to eliminate unsightly tapes or patches and will not brittle or yellow with age.
When it comes to upcycling ideas for the home, it’s easy to forget about backyards. But this idea can turn any number of used bean, vegetable or soup cans into a colorful addition to your backyard.
Loctite Epoxy Clear Multi-Purpose is a great epoxy to use here. Not only does it dry clear for invisible gluing, it is also waterproof for outdoor use and forms a high strength bond in just five minutes.
One of the great things about upcycling is that it is incredibly easy to get the whole family involved, and encourages children to show off their creative flair as well.
Loctite Extreme Glue has the best formulation for all crafting projects. It is resistant to impact, shock, vibration, water and extreme temperatures – so thoroughly kid-proof – dries crystal clear and has no strong solvent odor, making it ideal for indoor use.