DIY Furniture Upcycling & Vintage Style Made Simple
Beginner-friendly DIY furniture projects, repairs, and makeovers—no power tools or perfection required.
Peony Lane Designs is part vintage shop, part DIY classroom. From my Minnesota studio, I teach budget-friendly furniture upcycling—showing you how to find, repair, paint, and style thrifted and vintage pieces through simple, step-by-step tutorials. And if you’d rather skip the project, I also offer a curated mix of one-of-a-kind decor ready to go.
Latest Posts
DIY Easter Floral Picks (A Nostalgic Craft You Need to Bring Back)
If you grew up doing crafts in elementary school, this one is going to hit you right in the nostalgi…
Vintage Glass Must-Haves in The Spruce
I shared my advice on vintage glass for an article in The Spruce, highlighting timeless pieces that …
Three DIY Projects You Might Have Seen on Fox 9 Good Day
If you saw these three projects on Fox 9 and this is your first time joining me here on PeonyLaneDes…
Two-Tier Jewelry Stand Made from Vintage Dishes
Turn damaged or mismatched vintage dishes into a beautiful two-tier jewelry stand. This advanced DIY…
DIY Wooden Riser with Beaded Rim
Create a simple wooden riser using inexpensive materials and an easy coffee-staining technique. This…
Easy Napkin Decoupage Tile Coasters (Budget-Friendly DIY)
Learn how to make budget-friendly napkin decoupage tile coasters using simple supplies from Dollar T…
Why Matte Paint Is Your Enemy: Fixing a Halloween Candle Holder
Hey there, Junkin’ Buddies! Halloween season is upon us, and that means it’s time to hunt for spo…
Cozy Crockpot Favorites for Busy Weeknights
Make cozy weeknight dinners easy with these delicious crockpot recipes! From 4-ingredient meatballs …
You Can Button Tuft! My First-Time Tufted Bench Makeover
Button tufting can look intimidating, but it’s easier than you think. See how I transformed a thrift…
3 Quick & Easy DIY Projects for a Guest-Ready Holiday Home
With holiday guests on the way, it’s time for a home refresh! These three simple projects are the se…
How to Make a DIY Oil Diffuser in 5 Simple Steps
Learn how to create a beautiful and functional DIY oil diffuser at home. This step-by-step guide cov…
The Debate on Vintage Crate Preservation
There is a controversy in the vintage realm when it comes to wooden crates and boxes. For some peopl…
How to Paint Paper Mâché Pumpkins to Look Real: Step by Step
Give those plain paper mâché pumpkins a seasonal glow-up. With a little paint and glaze, you can tra…
How to Remove Craft Paint and Restore Vintage Roseville Pottery
Today we’re diving into a throwback DIY—fixing a “crime of the 90s” and bringing vintage crocks back…
Rescue Mission: Turning a Forgotten Thrift Store Craft into Kitchen Décor Gold
What started as a sick day and a $3.50 thrift find turned into a charming kitchen makeover with text…
As Seen on FOX 9 Good Day: 5 Must-Have Tools to Fix Your Thrift Store Finds
I had the absolute pleasure of joining FOX 9 Good Day to share my favorite tools for fixing up thrif…
From Forgotten Tote to Garden Treasure: A 75¢ Makeover
A 75¢ thrift store find turns into a sweet garden tote with Irish Garden paint, vintage transfers, a…
How to Create Custom Glaze Using Jacquard Pearl Ex Powdered Pigments
Hey everyone! If you’ve ever stood in the paint aisle wishing there was just the right glaze color f…
Dyeing a Lampshade with Jacquard Dye-na-flow
Tired of dull fabric projects? I just tried Jacquard Dye-na-flow on a vintage lampshade and it blew …
📝 Blog Post: Is Rust-Oleum Low Odor Spray Paint Worth It? An Honest Review
I tested Rust-Oleum’s Low Odor Spray Paint to see if the reduced smell is worth the higher price. Ge…
DIY Mirrored Glass Art Using a Thrifted Clock Frame
I turned a scratched clock face into glowy mirrored wall art using decoupage, spray paint, and a lit…
