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DIY Rustic Fall Projects Including Thrift Store Ideas

Gail Wilson — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:57:44 +0000

I've put together a collection of 22 inspiring rustic Fall projects for you! Home decor projects, outdoor and porch projects for fall. Many projects are very frugal being from the dollar store or your local thrift store. Lastly, of course there are reclaimed wood projects for fall.

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How to Turn an Old Crib into a Storage Bench

Gail Wilson — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 22:24:48 +0000

Turn old crib pieces into a useful storage bench with a hinged seat and hidden storage. Originally made as a toy box, this repurposed crib bench would also work beautifully in an entryway, mudroom, or bedroom.

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Thrifted Side Table Makeover

Gail Wilson — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

A $3 thrifted side table gets repaired, repainted, and updated with stained wood slats after the original makeover plan doesn't quite work out.

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Four-Poster Headboard Bench (easy)

Gail Wilson — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:39:52 +0000

This easy four-poster headboard bench uses a twin headboard and footboard, a simple 2x4 support, and leftover wood flooring to create useful seating.

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DIY Spindle Candlesticks from Repurposed Wood

Gail Wilson — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:33:25 +0000

Making spindle candlesticks out of bits and pieces, is not only easy-but a lot of fun! Using scraps of wood for bases, and parts of chairs, beds, and stairs . . . you will have more candlesticks than you need!

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Vintage Telephone Stand Makeover with Green Paint

Gail Wilson — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The curved sides, open shelves, and vintage hardware caught my attention. A rich green finish gave this forgotten thrift store find a fresh new look.

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Floor Lamp to Table Lamp

Gail Wilson — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:33:40 +0000

This $2 floor lamp was far too tall, but the decorative base had plenty of potential. See how I shortened it into a charming table lamp.

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DIY Gem Mining Sluice

Gail Wilson — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 01:06:27 +0000

See how we built a backyard gem mining sluice for Camp Grandma, complete with recirculating water, homemade sifting screens and canvas bags filled with treasures.

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Easy 2×4 Bench or Stool Made From Scrap Wood

Gail Wilson — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:28:51 +0000

Small piles of leftover lumber have a way of taking over the workshop. Instead of tossing these short 2×4 pieces, I used them to build a collection of small benches and stools. This is an easy scrap wood project that can be adjusted to fit the lumber you already have. Each bench can be a...

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Repurposed Projects Through the Years

Gail Wilson — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:37:17 +0000

Thank you for being there for My Repurposed Life. Let's take a look at a few of my favorite projects through the years.

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