When I find vintage spools while thrift shopping I’m always intrigued and tempted to put them in right into my cart. Their shapes, colors, and time worn look pull on my textile loving heartstrings!

When I decorate, I love to mix together items I have purchased with items I have made. And I really love to make the items I have made look like items I have purchased! Do you see those cute vintage wooden spools in the fall vignette below? I made those four years ago for around $6 and have used them often in my decorating over the years. You can find the real deal at flea markets or online, but depending on the source expect to pay between $7-12 per spool. Or just follow my tutorial and…

Lightbulb moment What a great idea! Get inspired with these creative uses of vintage bobbins & spools. What? You don’t have your own stash of bobbins? Find some vintage wooden goodies at …

DIY Salvaged Junk Projects 453 - Tart tin snowman, spool wreath, tree shelf, faux gingerbread, stenciled stocking, plus! Features and NEW up-cycled projects!

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Lots of ideas to use empty plastic thread spools or cotton reels, craft projects, recycling and repurposing ideas

I'm a picker and came across lots and lots of these beauties. I took home several boxes of these purdies and are using for different projects. However, I want t…

Learn how to make a wood bead garland with an interesting twist using thread spools, wood beads and fabric strips.