I wish our local thrift stores had such a good variety and good prices. I've found some nice things, but not often.

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

I don’t know how often you go, but there are times when I don’t find anything. At Goodwill, I find weekday mornings are the best time to go. That is when they are bringing out new merchandise (at my stores).

I have turned several vintage jewelry boxes into fabulous "antique" tea boxes. Your men's valet could be ideal for this purpose! Strip off that black velveteen stuff, give it a nice paint/antiquing finish, replace the hardware, line drawers with old handkerchiefs (only adhering center, so that you can fold over the pretty corners of it once you fill the drawers with lovely tea bags!). Replace the areas that once had that ugly black fabric with a romantic Victorian one, then the front area can hold several vintage/antique tea spoons(the short ones that were actually used for tea) and the top can hold a beautiful sugar and cream set that you can pick up at thrift, yard, or estate sales!

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

What a fabulous idea! ❤️

@robinraebel1273

7 ай бұрын

That is a fantastic idea!!

@jillgross6232

7 ай бұрын

That's a great idea! ❤❤❤

Another great video! I firmly believe in buying Christmas presents for myself! No one else thinks I need more dollhouse treasures or milk glass! I thrift/yard sale/clearance shop all year to make raffle theme baskets for my church's Christmas bazaar and a group I belong to; I usually do one with Santa, snowmen, gingerbread men, sometimes angels, gardening supplies (Goodwill at summer's end!), and often cats (books, a catnip mat and mouse, homemade cat toys, jewelry, figurines, etc.)! This year I did "the little red truck", too. The baskets get a scrub and sometimes a paint job or clear coat. I add my homemade sugar scrubs, sachets, potpourri, bath salts, crocheted dishcloths, as well as dish cloths, candles, candy dishes, spatulars, plates, ornaments, cooky cutters, stationery items, pens, etc. Of course, no two are ever alike. I buy the cellophane basket bags on clearance. This year I found 2 1930's Harker China custard cups in the pattern a friend collects! Score! I would love your homemade gifts. I swear by Howard's restora finish and the feed and wax!

I have given thrifted, upcycled, and handmade gifts for years. I like bundling items together like you did. I am often accused of spending too much money when in reality, I spent less than those who bought new!

Thanks Sherry, I have alot of people to buy for and they have learned that I am able to give them better quality by buying used. I don't do it to be stingy but to be able to stretch my resources and be more generous! Thoughtfulness to their tastes of course is key.

Your thrift store is so much better than mine

I love these ideas! I love the idea of giving new life to an item that has been pre-loved! 😄. We have a gift exchange at work, and maybe I’ll suggest next year that we consider doing a $10 thrifted gift instead of the $20 gifts we buy!

Hi Sherry! You are right on top of things :) I'm baking for some gifts this year, it just seems like everyone has everything. You are so good at finding things putting them together and making wonderful thoughtful gifts. I love to receive home made gifts. Thanks so much for sharing your wisdom :) God Bless. Hugs, Rebekah

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! I struggle to find time to bake, so I would love to be on your gift list!

I just want to thank you for one of the best gifts we can ever receive. Your gift of time, inspiration and friendship. You welcome us to your home every week. You give us tips, work out any problems we may encounter along the way and make crafting really fun! Thank you again for all you do! I wish you and your family a very merry and blessed Christmas! ❤

🎄 Sherry, these gifts were absolutely amazing!! You've cleaned, tweaked, & styled soo beautifully! ~The thrift is always my first stop too! ~Dont you just love it? ❤😅🤶👍

Edgar may enjoy the sweater as the temperature drops. haha That's the case with my tiny Chihuahua. Such nice ideas Sherry. Thanks for sharing.

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

I hope so!

What a fantastic shopping trip….the up cycling was awesome! Gifts made with love are always special!

Sherry, wonderful ideas....I would love to receive any of them !!! You should keep the pictures and say "Merry Christmas to Me !!!!

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thank you, Hope! 😊

Walmart always has paperwhites and amaryllis in little pots with soil and everything in their Christmas department. For years they were only 5.00 but they’ve gone up to 5.99. I still think it’s a great bargain. I get several every year. I use some in our house and some as gifts. I also use old pots and things to make them nicer. Folks love them as gifts. I try to pot them after Thanksgiving.

Your Thrift Stores do have many beautiful, useful, and needed items for many areas of any home. Thank you for sharing.

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching, Eve!

Those receiving gifts from you are so blessed. 🎄💝

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

You are so kind. Thank you!

*What a plethora of wonderful gift ideas for family and friends from the thrift store, Sherry! 😉 💚🎍🎄❤️ You have covered all of the bases.* *No, I don't think it's a bad thing for you to keep the two upcycled prints in the frames for yourself...Merry Christmas to you from YOU...just a small token of self-care as a reward for all of the gifts 🎁 you found for all of the important people in your life❣️😉💕🎄🕊✝️*

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thank you! You too!

@lesliejackson8188

7 ай бұрын

@@CanterburyCottage *My pleasure, Sherry❣️💕🎄*

Very beautiful pieces as always ❤

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊

I'm so struck by how thoughtful all of your gifts are. You truly keep the recipients' styles and personalties in mind. Anyone would love to get those gifts!

Edgar is gorgeous! Merry Christmas to him and to all of you!

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thank you! Merry Christmas to you, Gina!

Finding vintage items with the person’s birth year adds a fun, special touch. Cookbooks, Christmas books, plates, cloth calendars, etc. Really helpful and great ideas in this video! Merry Christmas!

Good afternoon, Sherry! You look so lovely & festive today! Perfect timing! It's definitely going to be a "thriftmas" kind of gift giving this year. Thank you in advance for sharing your creative gift ideas! ❤, Bobbie. xoxo

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Good afternoon, Bobbie! Thank you! Hope you enjoyed today’s video. I found a new thrift store in town that has lots of vintage items at great prices!

Sherrie, you are so fortunate to have good thrift stores. Here in the Ozarks, the thrift stores are sparse and junky.

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

I am sorry to hear that. I imagine it is because re-sellers are buying everything up to sale in antique and consignment stores in the area.

You always have the greatest ideas Sherry! All these vintage items look beautiful now they are refurbished! Love them! ❤️

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

I found a adorable cabinet with six drawers for $3. I added porcelain white knobs & filled each drawer with different hair clips for a friend’s daughter who has beautiful long hair.

I’ve always had a Better Homes and Garden cookbook in my kitchen!❤❤

Love your selections, and how you pair several items together. Very thoughtful, and truly OOAK! Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones! Let's hope we have a more peaceful 2024!

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thank you! Merry Christmas and yes, let’s pray for peace in 2024!

I go into thrift stores in my area, walk around and try to have an open mind. I suppose I am a thrifter in progress. I am sure glad Sherry makes more videos because I need lots more training from the master 😂 I love you and all your videos.❤ Merry Christmas everyone.

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Oh, you’re so sweet, Michelle! 🥰

What great gift ideas Sherry, I'm sure your family will love them! Your thrift stores are amazing. Thanks for sharing 😊♥️

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, Madonna! I recently found a new one that is now my favorite-lots of vintage and great prices, too!

I LOVE you’re energy to create. These are great gifts. I got some beautiful (and originally expensive) cook books. I made baskets (or, boxes) with pasta, sauce, cheese, napkins and bowls as gifts. Goodwill has TONS of books super cheap and so many were sold for big bucks. Keep showing us these great ideas!!!

I absolutely LOVE this channel! I can't wait to see your projects! I really like your style! I agree that homemade gifts are the best gifts! I know I treasure mine!!! Especially the ones my children made me when they were younger ❤. That is a pretty blouse! My grandma used to collect Hummel items. 😊

@tgayer1

7 ай бұрын

I think someone in my family had a Hummel music box when I was little.

Absolutely love your video today! Everybody who likes to thrift should try thrifting gifts. All my friends and family receive at least one thrived gift. Thank you for your original content...soooo nice🌞

Sherry, you are the mother in law dreams are made of. ❤

All of these gift ideas are wonderful but i loved the green pitcher with utensils! Those prints look lovely on your wall!! Merry Christmas Sherry!

Oh Sheri- Any one of these gifts would thrill me so I know the recipients of your creative mind are equally excited! You never stop amazing me and I’ll be tuned in next Monday for your latest treasure! Bless you and Merrry Christmas 🎄

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thank you, Lynnette!

Thank you so much Sherry, I really really enjoyed watching you bring new life to all these thrifted items. They’ve all came up very nicely and I’m sure the people who receive them will be thrilled with their gifts. Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags

I have the same patterned carved wooden box! I “bought” it in the late fifties or early sixties in the gift shop in Howe Caverns in NY, when my grandparents took us on vacation. It’s sitting on my bookshelf as a raised platform for a vase. I hope you have a very happy holiday. Just an FYI: Edgar will probably never love being dressed up. I’ve had only two male dogs in my life, but both gave me that same look! The best I’d hope for is begrudging tolerance. 😕

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip! He literally won’t move when I put it on him-he acts like he can’t walk! He may be sorry when the temps drop below 0!

You are truly amazing! Such unique and thoughtful ideas. I love your creative talents and thank you for sharing them. Yes you should keep those pictures for your family room they look so at home hanging there.

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, Sally!

I gift thrifted items too. It is unique and something for that person and making it so personal is the perfection in the gift!!

I love the old/vintage Better Homes and Garden cookbooks and have recently thrifted 3 myself to go with the one I've had for I think over 20 years.

LOVE these ideas, especially the vintage cookbooks with kitchen utensils! Thank you!

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@lisaryherd4593

7 ай бұрын

Yes, I would definitely love to receive this gift!!

@gailwilliams5278

7 ай бұрын

That’s funny, the 50 year old cookbook is the one that would go straight back to the thrift store if I received it! I’m paring down my cookbook ‘collection’ as it is (I do have a 15-pound collection of clued recipes that is my go-to. And some of them are pretty old now. Not to mention hand-written family recipe card, which I treasure.)

@gailwilliams5278

7 ай бұрын

CLIPPED recipes!

I think I'm addicted to your videos. I like crafting, sewing & creating, but I have learned so much from you, mostly not to be afraid to try new things. Merry Christmas & thank you.

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I am so glad that I have been able to share some ideas with you, Monique!

You definitely found some nice items! Thanks for some amazing ideas! You never cease to amaze with your creativity!

Thank you for not only showing us how to do the make overs, but also what will and won’t work. I love all your gift ideas. Unfortunately we only have a couple Salvation Army stores. Goodwill ships our stuff to other towns. I have several hot pads like thple green one in the video. I purchased them in the Midwest at a gift shop. They are called “end of the roll” by a company that makes large rugs. I bought 300 one time and our school sold them for a fund raiser. When you buy them the company 8:39 sends what they have made, so you don’t get to select colors, etc. I especially like the boxes you used to put gifts in. I have even thought about gifting my grown daughters a few of my things but they don’t seem to want them. They like modern things. Have a Merry Christmas and I look forward to your next videos.

I would love to receive one of those gifts! Ty so very much for all the ideas ❤

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

Wonderful gift ideas. Thank you. Your Edgar is a beautiful puppy. 😊❤

I love that green pitcher 😍. It also looks handmade which makes it even more special.

Edgar will appreciate the sweater when temps drop below freezing!

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

I hope so!

Edgar Looked ADORABLE in that Sweater...

Hi Sherry, I had never heard of bun warmers before!😊 Learn something new every day. Thank you for your ideas and Merry Christmas to you! 🎄 Frohe Weihnachten!

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Happy holidays!

Oh my gosh! My 40 year old son LOVES vintage albums. Great idea!

I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw the carved wooden box with inlay: I bought one for my Gran in the 1970’s, and I now have it. It was hand carved in India.

Ohhh, how wonderful! I appreciate this so-o-o much. You are undoubtedly a GENIUS. I was cooking and couldn’t wait to get to a stopping place so I could watch- it’s such a GIFT to me. Thank you 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Yes, please keep something lovely for yourself. I have the same Hummel topped music box, from thrifting and mine still plays music: If I Were A Rich Man. I hope you and your family have an absolutely wonderful Christmas.

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! I know Hummel’s went out of style for a while and their resell prices dropped, but I think they are growing in popularity again. I’ve always loved them!

So many great ideas. I have a collection of small wooden boxes that, using them as gift boxes is SO smart!

On the vintage records I'm giving my daughter-in-law a vintage Christmas record set. She will love it I love it i think.

Such beautiful things. We had an office “Re-gift “ Christmas lunch. I regifted a huge pair of poinsettia earrings; the recipient loved them. I received a silk scarf that I wear all the time. Funny story that we had both traded gifts our Mother-in-law had given us. I would love to have any of the special gifts you recreated. Until next week…

YEs! you can gift the frames to yourself! As an adult and not always getting what I would like or need I buy myself a little something each year..

What a great video! What treasures you found to gift!

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Decades ago when I was in a pinch money wise, I gifted a blue and white teapot and matching teacups/saucers to a coworker in a basket with some boxes of tea, she absolutely loved it. Thrifted gifts are so special and require a little elbow grease, but are so much fun to give…and get!😊 if you find nice baskets (every now and then, I find Longaberger baskets, some with liners), set them aside to hold thrifted or food gifts. They are a gift in themselves, so pretty and useful!

These are all such beautiful, thoughtful and great gift ideas, Sherry!❤❤❤

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, Diane!

@dianeburnett894

7 ай бұрын

@@CanterburyCottage You're most welcome!!!

I love treasure hunting for the perfect find for someone!! These are awesome ...I ❤️ William Morris

Sherry, what great gift ideas! I still have a few gifts that I need to get and I’m going to see what’s available at the Goodwill. Thanks for sharing.

Great ideas! I love the removing from worn boxes and rebox!

What thought went into each gift. I appreciate when I'm gifted something I can really use. I gift something a person can use, want, or need. By doing that I don't waste my money and a gift they will give away.

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Giving a gift that is shoved in a cabinet or given away is the worst!

Hi Sherry, This video is wonderful! I will be watching it again and again for the great ideas 😊

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you, Mary!

I’m a thrifter also,and your video is so informative! I love all your ideas and how you put items together! It certainly makes Christmas shopping more fun and helps the pocketbook! Thank you so much and Merry Christmas to you and your family…..and your darling new puppy!

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! You are so right about making shoppin more fun-I loved putting these gifts together!

Merry Christmas to you too Sherry , have a wonderful Festive Season. What wonderful gifts your family are going to receive.

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thank you! You too!

I have a friend that gives gifts this way and I love them. I do it to when I can. 😊🎄🙏

Enjoyed this. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Same to you! Thanks!

Sherry, so many clever solutions! Your family members will be so delighted.

I really enjoyed all your thrift store finds and how you repurposed them. Great tips for gifting

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

that little wooden box gave me chills I have had one since the 70's, identical. I think i still have it but haven't seen it in many years. Merry Christmas. You have many great ideas on here...the best !

What a great shopping trip. I certainly can’t get anything like what you got at least not for the prices you paid. I did get some great ideas from your video though, things I definitely hadn’t thought of. TFS Sherry.

There is nothing you cannot do that I will not say absolutely genius

Your pretty soap reminded me of a gift idea we did when my younger brother was in cub scouts. We adhered a a pretty decorative decal or sticker to the top, melter a bar of paraffin and we (adults) dipped the top of the soap bar in the wax. Those gifts were about 50 cents a piece back in the day, if that much! You shared some great gift ideas! I will keep my eyes open all year for some new gifts, thank you!

@CanterburyCottage

6 ай бұрын

That’s a very similar idea. Fun fundraiser!

I keep presents for myself all the time!😬😬😬😂😂😂 Love the way you grouped gifts together!

Oh my goodness. Sherry I don’t know where you live but my town does not have thrift stores like you do! I love you Items! I have followed you for years and haven’t found cool things like you do! Even our goodwill has gone up on their prices that there not even good to shop at! Keep up your crafts there awesome!

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

One reason some thrift stores have no selection is because they are shopped by resellers who buy everything up. I try not to be that person.

The time and effort you made to personalize each give will definitely make for a very MERRY CHRISTMAS.

You really inspired me tonight. I think I'll go thrifting tomarrow. My son got married in June and bought their first home in September. It is a large 3 bedroom with large basement with a second kitchen. Although I gifted them a huge amount of new things for the main kitchen....maybe I'll be able to find some nice second hand thrift items for their second kitchen! There's a bar down there too. My son was saying a dart board may be in order. It's his way of giving up hints! 😂😂😂

I just gotta say that i just now watched your video on my phone, i usually have it on full screen but tonight I didnt for some unknown reason!!! Turns out that im glad I did cuz I got to see how many 'likes' you were getting as I was watching!!!! I couldn't believe it, it was just one after another! Everyone loves you and your content as much as I do! Had to let you know! PS, i loved your thrifted gift ideas, id be happy to receive any if them, great finds n repairs or repurposing! 💞✨🎄

Sherry you are amazing. I love all your ideas. I love thrift shopping. Thank you for all the gift ideas. Merry Christmas to You and your family ❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thank you! You too!

This was such a fun video Sherry! You had some great ideas here. I'm inspired!

Those pictures you kept are Currier and Ives prints. Thanks for the good ideas!

Love all your ideas. Love the pictures,I would keep them.

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

Love your idea about the vintage LPs and record player as a gift!

You are soooo thoughtful and I know your family will love getting a gift from you so very heartwarming ❤

I absolutely loved this video...buying from thrift stores and handmade are the way I always choose to "shop". I look all year round for the perfect ideas to use.

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Love that! I have a hard time waiting until Christmas when I find things that I think my family members will like!😜

I love the soap dish and bar soap! Fun ideas

I lived 20 minutes away from Hummels Shop got not much from there my cousin came from North Carolina love buying from there i remember that Hummel music box which i find one i would keep very popular back then Hummel i believe has value too very cute items!😊🙏

I love your ideas, my mind went wild with new inspiration.

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

I'm so glad!

Awe!! I had that exact jewelry box with the boy on the top! I cringed when you covered him up. Where is mine nowadays 😮. Great ideas instead of handing someone a card. Great ideas and great imagination you have..., and share!!!

You are so very thoughtful. I’m sure all your gifts will be well received!

Merry Christmas, Sherry, and everyone at Canterbury Cottage!

WOW !! Great ideas. Beautiful gifts. I would love any of those !! 🌹🌹🌹

Love William Morris prints!

I just love listening to your soothing voice. Your videos are very helpful and inviting!❤

Merry Christmas. May the spirit of Christmas bring you joy as you have brought joy to the rest of us.

What wonderful ideas for all year long.

Sherry, This was awesome and short enough where I could watch before leaving for work. You gave me many ideas for things I already have on hand from thrift stores and I am lacking ideas for certain people. My Mom's child hood friend I will see over the weekend when I go to NJ . She loves tea and I have a pretty tea cup with a matching saucer. It has a beautiful rose pattern on it. I believe I will put a couple tea bags in it. I actually bought it from the Goodwill with a brand new little bear sitting in the cup and a pretty ribbon. I will save the bear in tissue paper and will reuse the bow for the Christmas gift. Planters are a great idea too. I had never thought I that but I actually have a couple on hand I will be shopping my stash. I haven't one girl friend to hang out with fir shopping or having coffee with. I have never had many female friends even at work but, my Mom's closest brother loves to plant and starts many seeds inside and as the plant grows inside then he replants outside so a nice planter I have large enough for his starter plants for early spring. I never pass up looking at baskets too when I do go to sales. I need to get to work. My department gets beautiful white small boxes in now and then with clean hardware in them and I save the boxes for odds and ends and yesterday I sent one I decorated for Christmas to my niece at college. The box was beautiful and it will be nice when she opens her mailbox and sees a pretty delivery. I always enjoy your channel. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, Rebekah in VA

@CanterburyCottage

7 ай бұрын

Rebekah, I am so glad I could share some ideas with you! I love that you are saving the boxes from work-that sounds like something I would do! When I was teaching, I often brought things home that other teachers were tossing out, but the best was when the librarian was getting rid of old books!!! Merry Christmas, sweet friend!

I don’t know about Madison but I definitely loved all of her gitfs 😂😂😂 ! Really creative love it all ❤❤