If you are one of those people who like to get creative and immerse themselves in DIY projects then old pawn shops and thrift stores can be literal gold mines for you. Truth be told, there are a lot of awesome finds waiting for you and your next thrift store DIY project, however, in order to really get the most out of your next thrift store shopping spree, you need to keep on open mind. 

What are we talking about? There are a lot of common items at a thrift store and sometimes, it’s difficult to see its potential as your next ornament, piece of furniture, or whatever else you had in mind for your thrift store DIY. At Habitat for Humanity Broward Restore, you can find new or gently used furniture and home appliances for a fraction of their retail price!

Sometimes, all these thrift store finds need is a new coat of paint, a good clean, or just an entirely new context.

And to give you that context, we’ve compiled a list of a few great thrift shop finds that you can use for your next DIY project. 

Artwork

Pieces of art are hard to beat when we’re talking about thrift store DIYs. With the right creative approach, clustered artwork can make for a fine design or even for an entire collection. By going one step further and adding a few subtle changes to these cheap pieces of art, you can create a totally unique collection of sometimes bizarre, but eye-catching creations. 

Trunks

These items are easy to find and some of the vintage ones are pretty cool by themselves and can work perfectly in your home design. On the other hand, they can make for great occasional tables in some circumstances.  

Dining Chairs and Table

Whether you need a single chair or a whole set, chances are, you’ll find them at thrifts stores, even though you might need to repaint, stain, and reupholster them. Tables can also make fine additions for your kitchen, dining room, or if you already have one, they can be repurposed as desks. 

Lamps

Older, vintage lamps can make a fine addition to your furniture by themselves, though sometimes, you’ll need to change the shade and clean them thoroughly. Broken lamps can be rewired simply and if you buy more, you can get really creative with them and use them for your next art project. 

There you have it. These items will make for a great DIY project and some of them may be ready for use out of the box (out of the store, in this case). If you feel inspired for DIY fun, be sure to visit our ReStore to find great deals on new and gently used items. You won’t be disappointed.