How I Styled my Kitchen Towel Bar

September 13, 2026 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Hello friends. Today I’m sharing how I styled my kitchen towel bar. I have a bare spot on one of my cabinets as you walk into the kitchen and I had been thinking about what I could add to it. I searched online for inspo. and instantly loved the photos of towel bars in the kitchen. I thought this is a perfect spot to hang practical items I can use, along with some decor pieces. Let me show you how I mix new and old items for the perfect Cottage, Vintage look.

My kitchen is a mix of French, Cottage, & Vintage decor so I searched online for a towel bar that would match well. I found this one with hooks thru Amazon. It is sort of a bronze/golden color. It was easy to install with a few screws, and I liked this one had screw covers.

Now the fun part!

I like to group items in my home by odd numbers. It is more balancing and pleasing to the eye. I started with a cutting board because I can use it when needed but it also doubles as decor by adding warmth & height when stored away. I added a hand towel I made from some scrap fabric. Any towel will do; you can get some really cute ones from your favorite home store and swap them out for any holiday. I found these vintage decorative pans from a thrift shop a few months ago. I didn’t have a plan for them just yet, but I loved the details. They are copper/enamel and handmade from Greece. What a find right? Mixing in the metal with the wood tones here adds texture and gives it a more lived in feel.

I wanted some kind of dainty art piece, and it needed to be something small to balance out the larger focal point items I already had. I found the prettiest dandelion print framed at Hobby Lobby. They have a good selection of mini framed art right now. I picked this one because it added to the warmth & texture I was already creating. It’s a rich color and also has a metal chain, another texture element. The colors also tie in with other items I already have hanging. You can’t see in the photo due to the lighting, but I added clear glitter glue all over the dandelions, so it sparkles in person and really looks whimsical!

Now when I walk into my kitchen there is so much more character in this spot. I love seeing it!

This was a fun mini makeover and relatively easy and inexpensive. I spent about $35.00 for all the items including the bar. I think it looks great now and I’m happy with the way it turned out!

Hope you enjoyed reading,

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Weekend Thrift Haul

July 13, 2026 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Hey friends! I hit the thrift jackpot this weekend and I’m so excited to share the goods!! Check it out below.

I saw this large, low profile serving bowl and immediately grabbed it. The colors make me think of Fall and I thought it would be nice to use for cooler weather dishes & sides. The leaf pattern goes around the outside of the bowl as well. I always do a gingerbread/sweet shoppe theme in my kitchen for Christmas and thought this tea towel would be a perfect addition for the hutch.

I’ve been decorating my bathtub area little by little the past few weeks and needed a bath rug. I spotted this one that still had the original tags on it. It’s the same color as my current towels and it’s so soft.

One thing I love finding in the thrift shops is greenery/plants. You can usually find faux plants and stems already potted or in a basket or vase of some sort for pretty cheap. I loved this little potted plant because it reminded me of greens growing in the garden. I thought it would be fun to display in my kitchen. Lord knows I love to grow plants but sometimes I love them too much and end up over/under watering them. lol. I am getting better at it though.

I have been wanting to find a pair of book ends, and it turned out to be my lucky day. I loved the pattern on these stone ones, so I grabbed these.

I was pretty happy about this jug here. I have been wanting one of these wine jugs for years! They are quite pricey online so you can imagine how excited I was to see this. And at only $10.00, it was a steal. I’ve already found a spot for it.

I will always buy architectural salvage if it’s at a good price point for me. The detailing is always beautiful and can elevate and add character to your home or furniture pieces. I will probably hang this over a doorway, but it would look really good hung over a bed or on a plain headboard. The possibilities are endless.

Saved the best for last…

I walked right past these lamp bases at first. I stopped the next aisle over and looked at them again and circled back around. They were only $6.00 each so I bought them because I just loved the antique look. They are so dainty and fancy. After bringing them home and researching I found out these are Waterford Lismore Crystal lamps! I was super shocked but the most excited about this find. I have a lamp shade in mind I think would fit these perfectly, but I need to see if I can find the parts. Looks like I will need a lamp shade base that sits on top of the bulb. I will definitely share a pic when I get it all together.

I hope you enjoyed reading this and seeing my thrifted treasures. I hope your inspired to get out there and visit your local thrift shops. You never know what you’re going to find!

Thanks for stopping by,

DIY

DIY Moody Decoupaged Tray

September 2, 2025 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Hello friends! Happy September! Fall is right around the corner, and I’m excited for all the Fall weather and fun activities. I started decorating my home with Fall decor this weekend. I also got rid of a few decor pieces I no longer wanted. I had this silver tray that I had painted with chalk paint displayed on top of my kitchen hutch. I was replacing it with this big, beautiful metal tray I found at the Goodwill.

How pretty, right? I was about to put the little tray I had in the donation pile and then I got an idea. “What if I decoupage an image to the tray and hang it as an art piece somewhere”? I totally got inspired by the larger tray.

First, I started by scrubbing the chalk paint off the small tray. You can find these trays at your local thrift or even a discount store like Dollar Tree, etc.

Next, I searched online for a moody, vintage still life art photo I liked. I wanted something classic that would look great in the kitchen year-round. I have a thing for pears, so I selected this one and printed to the size I needed. For the small tray I have, an 8 x 10 full page print was perfect. You can use any type of paper you like. I just used my regular printer paper.

I placed the sheet on top of the tray and marked my rounded corners with a pencil. Using my scissors, I cut the corners I had traced so that my image fit perfectly in the center.

Here is where the fun, messy part comes in. I spread a layer of decoupage glue on the tray. You’ll want to use an old paint brush for applying. I placed the image on top of the glue and ran my fingers over to press out the air bubbles. I then added a layer of decoupage glue on top. You will want to spread it rather quickly and lightly, so you don’t mess up your picture. Some air bubbles and wrinkles will form. That is okay. Just work over them as best as you can. It is part of the vintage charm! Mine did have a few wrinkles in the end.

You’ll want to let this completely dry. Once it’s dry, the tray is done! Now you have a new art piece to hang. I used a small pair of command strips to secure it to my kitchen back splash. I think it’s perfect here!

Hope you guys enjoyed this little project and I hope you are inspired to create your own. This would be fun with some spooky images for Halloween, or a photo of just a few pumpkins. The possibilities are endless!

Let me know if you decide to make one. I’d love to see!

Thanks for stopping by,

Home Decor

Weekend Goodwill Haul

April 30, 2025 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Hello friends! I found some cute things from the Goodwill store and couldn’t wait to share them!

I found a really nice Corning Ware casserole dish with the matching lid in great condition! I gave it a thorough cleaning and it’s ready for cooking. I also found this beautiful vanity mirror. I wasn’t in love with the color but loved the detailing. I repainted it, and I can’t wait to show you that mini make-over in another post. It looks so good! When I saw this vintage silver scalloped serving tray, I had to have it. It’s so pretty and I can’t wait to find a place for it in the kitchen.

Here are a few more goodies I bought. I loved this little cherub ornament that can be used for Valentine’s Day displays. I also got this cute picture frame with a jeweled dragon fly.

I found the perfect salt box for my Parisian, Cottage kitchen. It’s a little ceramic dish and I can’t wait to fill it with my Celtic salt. It’s right next to the stove ready for cooking!

How pretty is this metal box? I saw it and instantly loved the detailing and texture. I have the perfect spot for it here next to my faux plant. Perfect cozy vibes!

That’s all for my haul! Let me know if you find any treasures at your local Goodwill. I’d love to see them!

Thanks for reading,

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DIY Wall Decor: Mixing Thrifted and New

March 27, 2025March 27, 2025 The Dimestore Gypsy2 Comments

Hey friends! It took about a year, but I finally got this pantry wall decorated and wanted to share it with you. It’s a mix of thrifted and new decor for the perfect Cottage/French farmhouse vibe. Check it out below!

It took me a few months to collect a few copper molds I liked from resale/thrift stores. I arranged them here on the wall with a few small screws. My favorite is the spoon!

The chalkboard on the other side was a DIY from a year ago that I already had hanging. This is super easy and quick to make. You can find any size chalkboard and staple a ribbon or string to the back to instantly hang.

Another piece I already had hanging is this faux boxwood wreath. It’s the perfect way to add some greenery and warmth to this area. Add a bow and it’s ready to hang.

The last piece to add was my Homestead sign. I had this wall art piece that had an outline of a fish skeleton and was highlighter yellow! It was sitting around collecting dust and I thought it was the perfect size to make this sign. I searched and searched online for a style I liked and decided on this simple clean look.

I used 2 coats of Valspar Satin Ultra White paint to cover the yellow on the board and let it dry for an hour. After that dried, I measured an outside border, then free handed the word homestead with a pencil. Using a small artist paint brush, I traced back over the word with black craft paint. After a few hours of drying, I plotted my underline an est. word & numbers with a pencil. Once I got my placement down, I traced back over it with the black paint and let it dry. This was a little harder to free hand, but I took my time. If you mess up, you can just paint right over it and start again!

This sign didn’t take too long, and I was able to finish it over a weekend. It took one day to paint and then leave for drying overnight. I’m happy with the way it turned out and got the spouse to hang it as soon as possible!

I love mixing old and new together! It brings warmth, depth, & character into my space. Check your local discount stores and thrift shops often for unique & inexpensive decor pieces. I hope this inspires you to mix old and new together in your space!

Thanks for stopping by,

Holidays

Valentine’s Day Tree

February 2, 2019February 6, 2019 The Dimestore Gypsy2 Comments

I’m in the process of decorating my home with Valentine’s Day decor and wanted to share my Valentine tree I have in my kitchen.

After the new year, I take all my ornaments off of my gingerbread themed tree and decorate it with Valentine ornaments. It’s a great little transition and an excuse to keep my little tree up just a bit longer!

I found my tree a few years back at Dollar General for $12.00. They still carry them so be on the look out next Christmas season. Here’s the one I bought.

Once it’s set up you can start to decorate! I made some felt hearts and re decorated some old Christmas ornaments I had.

Felt Hearts:

The felt hearts are really simple to create. All you need is some felt sheets, fiber fill (stuffing), embellishments, needle and thread, or a glue gun.

1st, make a template of a heart any size you want, then trace it onto your felt sheet. You will cut two of these out (front & back pieces).

2nd, glue the edges together leaving an opening big enough for you to be able to add stuffing. If you are handy with a needle, you can sew the edges together and leave an opening.

3rd, add your stuffing and be careful to not overfill. Glue or sew your opening shut.

4th, now you can embellish them. I added an assortment of glitter, bows, and buttons to mine. Add a loop of twine or ribbon to the back for hanging or you can hang them with hooks like so.

Old Ornaments:

1st, take some old ornaments (I used plastic) and paper mache small pieces of newspaper to the ornament until it is completely covered and let dry.

2nd, once dry add glitter or paint to the exterior. I brushed mine on with a light coat so the paper would show thru. Be sure to let these dry after painting.

3rd, you can start embellishing. I made some gift tags with cardstock and Valentine’s Day themed stamps. Add these to your ornaments with pretty ribbon or twine and your ornaments are ready to be hung.

These were picks I found at Dollar Tree and I just removed the stick and hot glued some hooks to the top.

Add a bow or embellishment to the top of your tree and your tree will be complete!

I’ve linked some fun options below If you’re not into DIY and you can have your tree up in no time!

2063974835 — Purple glittered heart ornament Hobby Lobby $1.39

il_570xN.1744388012_tmnw — Set of 6 Valentines Day Mini Heart Ornaments $15.00

il_570xN.1761608966_fvre — Felt Heart Ornaments Set of 6 $10.00

205880679-0119 — Pink Glitter Heart Ornaments $2.99

I hope you have fun creating your own tree decor. Let me know if you put one up. I’d love to see it.

Thanks for reading

~The Dimestore Gypsy

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Etsy Shop Update!

August 14, 2018 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Hi friends! Just wanted to drop a quick line to let you know Fall décor items are back in my Etsy shop. Just head over to the shop tab on my home page and click on a photo to be re-directed to the shop.

Thanks for your support & happy shopping!

~The Dimestore Gypsy

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Shanty2Chic Collection for athome Stores

February 9, 2018 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Happy Friday guys! Did you know the Shanty2Chic sisters have a home collection exclusively for athome stores? Well if you didn’t, I’ve got all the details!

The prices range from 9.99 to 499.99, and include furniture, wall decor, and home decor pieces with a modern/industrial farmhouse feel. I’ve rounded up a few of my favorite pieces for you and let me say, I just might get in trouble with this one! I’m loving all the pieces!!

p.s.

If you’re in the Houston area, the sisters will be doing a meet and greet at the Katy, TX athome store on Feb. 10 from 12-2pm! Scroll on down to check out the collection!

124222128 — Shanty2Chic Gray and White Tin Door Cabinet

124223798 — Shanty2Chic Weekly Chalkboard Calendar

124223799 — Shanty2Chic Herringbone Wall Art

124223998 — Shanty2Chic Rustic Ivory Plank Tray – Large

124224214 — Shanty2Chic Home at Last Sign- 30 x 30-in.

124225139 — Shanty2Chic Wood & Metal Corbel Pendant Light

124225353 — Shanty2Chic Farmhouse Tea Light Center Piece

124225718 — Shanty2Chic Distressed Grey Candlestick Holder- 10-in.

124225655 — Shanty2Chic Milo Headboard- Queen

Those are a few of my favorites! Head out to your local athome store and grab your favorites. Also, you can check the event calendar here to see if the Shanty2Chic sisters will be at a store near you!

Thanks for stopping by,

~The Dimestore Gypsy

Home Decor

5 Simple Home Decor Ideas to Incorporate Pantone’s Color of the Year: Ultra Violet in Your Living Space

January 5, 2018 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Hey friends, Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday.

This year is starting off bright, bold, and full of color! Pantone released their color of the year and It’s Ultra Violet. I have to admit, it’s one of my favorite colors.

Today I’m sharing 5 simple decor ideas you can incorporate to your living space using the color of the year.

Throw Pillows
Thro by Marlo Lorenz
Ibenz Vintage Violet Decorative Pillow

2. Soft Throw Blanket

DP0908201719373745M — Pacific Coast Textiles Diamond Throw

I mean, how cute is that pom-pom tassel fringe?

3. Area Rug

purple-unique-loom-area-rugs-3130042-64_1000 — Unique Loom
Arcadia Purple 5 ft. x 8 ft. Area Rug

4. Decorative Glass Vases

5. Floral Stems & Greenery

If you’re looking to refresh your decor for the new year, try these simple steps. These simple decor ideas allow you to update without having to fully commit to that color and they’re more cost-effective than say buying a “purple” sofa, or painting your entire wall “purple”. This way, if you want to change-up your decor again, you can do so easily.

I hope you found these tips helpful and I’d love to see how you change-up your decor!

Thanks for reading,

~The Dimestore Gypsy

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Target Hearth & Hand with Magnolia Spring Launch

December 26, 2017 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Hey guys, hope you all had a wonderful Christmas!

Just wanted to pop on here real quick and let you know the Hearth & Hand with Magnolia for Target Spring Collection launched today! You’ll find pops of Spring pastels with a modern farmhouse feel. There’s 140 new items ranging from $1 to $130. Scroll on down for a peek and head on over to Target to grab your faves!