I saw a video the other day, where a KZreadr bought one of those beaded car seat covers, that are supposed to massage or press your body in trigger points, while you drive. She only paid a couple bucks, but didn't buy it for her car! She took it home and cut it apart, dividing the beads into like piles, to USE FOR CRAFTING!!! I thought that was one of the most insightful ways to see things! When we shop, we should be thinking outside the box, for ways to save money and to gain ideas of things to create. I appreciate you sharing how you sometimes get your ideas....from Pier One websites and just walking through the local shops. Many KZread creators want the viewers to think they came up with the idea while dreaming, etc! Lol!! I appreciate the honesty, real ones like you! Best wishes with a healthy pregnancy and very healthy, and happy baby girl!

When my youngest daughter got her first pair of glasses at three years old a fiber optic tree was the one thing she would stare at. And she stared for hours! They changed colors and she was just in AWE of it. It's been 32 years and I'll never forget it!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Aww what a wonderful memory to have!

@sherrytangirala8590

2 жыл бұрын

@@DesertDIY It really is. I can still see her face at everything she was able to focus on. It was AMAZING!

'I used to stare at the fibre optic trees'.... I STILL get mesmerised by them, and I'm well past being a child!!!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Haha me too honestly! I just had to buy it! Thank you for watching

That embroidery hoop idea is fantastic! Actually the whole video is great. I often see "fairy lights" super cheap (some times even free) second hand, often as leftover decor items from weddings. I have yet to pick them up, but I often want to grab them up, I knew there were uses for them. This is the perfect example.

How I wish people would offer items to thrift stores before throwing them out for rubbish collection. Those embroidery hoops are precious equipment to crafters!

When I was little, my grandmother had a silver Christmas tree and she took such joy setting it up and decorating it each year. I remember that so well, although she has been gone a long time. Happy memories!

If you want to make your ice skates look antique, get a car dusting cloth, or two, from the dollar store and cut a 2-3 inch wide strip, double layered, and glue or tape (if you plan to let your daughter use those skates when she's older), and wrap it around the top to make it look like a fur cuff! It changes the entire look of the skates. There are a lot of other things you could look for to use as "fur", if you don't have a dollar store or think it's not furlike enough! I love the way you put Christmas "greenery" in the skates!

The green bench turned out so pretty. It's all beautiful. I've always wanted to make a tree from the tomato cages. I need to try that. Very nice!!!. Have a great weekend!!! 🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! And it was so easy I know you will enjoy doing it!

@kimhough7753

2 жыл бұрын

Great thrifts Cory! Everything turned out beautiful!

Maybe for the first project you could have used metallic fabric so the ornaments would be shiny, and added a bow or a piece of metal to area where the screws are so it looked more like an ornament. The first tree is beautiful.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, good ideas!

I've never seen a fiber optic tree! But we do have the cutest fiber optic snowman, where his stick arms and a snowflake on his chest turn different colors. I think it has more, but I can't remember right now. It's about 15" tall, and sits on a counter in our kitchen, where our phone used to be. I think we've had it for over 20 years, and is still one of our families favorite decorations!

You’re absolutely glowing. These trees are beautiful. Excellent job!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Sarah!

I seriously considered using my tomato cages to make trees, but I am in the Pacific Northwest, and our fall into weather is just wet and nasty, and my husband who would normally keep me motivated had knee surgery in November so he was recovering. You know, the tomato cages are very awkward to store over the winter, and are fairly inexpensive to replace, but I just use mine over until they break completely down. I am glad to see your results, I think I will do these next year.

The whole time watching the bench I was thinking I really hope she turns it on it's back and puts a full back piece on it and a shelf inside to decorate. I thought is funny how we went in completely different directions. Totally cool piece!! Bravo👏

When I was a kid we had a fiberoptic tree. You made me remember. So sweet.

You have such a pleasant and welcoming voice to take us on your thrifting tours...

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jackie!

Great shopping energy, it's the extra Vitamin S you get when you Spend. So key for girls! Do the chairs with anything but burlap. Itchy and uncomfortable. I'd cut a wood chair bottom and upholster. More versatile. Kudos for all your work while toting tots.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Vitamin S, I love that haha. Thank you and be sure to check out my new video coming out today where I refurbish those chairs and some other things.

I have a feeling that I am about to make someone very happy. You can't purchase tomato cages this time of year, but I have a stash that I am about to donate to my local thrift store! Merry Christmas! 🙂🎅🌲

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

That's what it all about! One man's trash is another man's treasure

You are such a wise and creative young woman! You see beauty all around you and are so kind to share it with us. Merry Christmas, and I hope you have a wonderful 2022!

Glad your pregnancy is going well! Congratulations!👶🏼

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

You and Hubby and “Bump” are fantastic! Thank you for sharing. Merry Christmas All!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lydia, Merry Christmas

Congrats on your new baby girl. You have such a keen eye for flips. Love the projects especially the tomato cage trees. TFS 🎄🎅👍👏🥰

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Cindy!

I didn’t know embroidery hoops came that big now I know what to hunt for

As soon as you scanned over the white chairs at the store I was like “OMG I WANT THOSE!” I was so happy to see you grabbed them! I also really love the blue and white ginger jar. These are going to be stunning! I love all your upcycles and they make me super happy! You look amazing and I am excited for your growing family! Thank you for the fantastic ideas. I’m on the hunt for tomato cages now😊❤️

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Katrina. It appears we have the same kind of style. How cool

I love your eclectic style. Your sweet spirit truly shines at Christmas with how excited you get about all of your festive projects!❤️❤️❤️🎅🏻🎅🏻

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Alicia! Those were sweet compliments

The whole time I watch your videos I smile! I guess that’s why I keep watching them! Have a joyous holiday!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Cheryl! I couldn't ask for a better comment!!!

So.....it's the beginning of Summer---early June---and I am getting huge inspo for Christmas. LOL But you know what...have found that Summer is a fabulous time to make/do little things in prep for the Holidays....found a magnificent artisan handmade 5 ft pencil Christmas Tree a few summers ago at my local Mom and Pop thrift store---and a few days later (at the same place) snagged a 6ft diameter huge pre-lit wreath. Both are unique showstoppers at our house for the season----so whenever cool Christmas inspo comes your way---snag it or make it---even if it's currently 93 degrees outside...LOL Come Holiday time, you'll be so glad you did! :) :) Fun video, Corey...:)

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

That is such a good point Karen

That bench turned out sooo cute! They all did but the sleigh inspo was perfect for holiday. Love what your cousin did to decorate it too. Thrifting is my fave at this time of year. You've got a lot of unique stuff in your local stores!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I feel like a shopped on a really good day or something haha!

New to your channel and just love it. I like to see how other people reuse and up cycle items. Thank you for what you do.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Amy

Boy... do I get the inspiration from thrifting....I have never been depressed or stressed when I am treasure hunting

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Isn't that the truth!

I never believed in Santa and as a child I thought an old guy wandering around our house while we slept was just creepy.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

When you really think about it, it is creepy

Merry Christmas Cory and may God bless you and your family each and every day as you are such a joy to watch! I too when I was younger used to stare at us big silver tree with the color wheel that would go around for hours 🌲🌲🙏🐪

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! That sounds like it could be a picture on a Christmas post card. Merry Christmas and God bless

Absolutely beautiful. You did a great job.

That Blue Plaid Chair was absolutely Beautiful. Little pricey but would've had a difficult time not buying it.lol My husband even liked it and that's saying a lot. We both are really loving the blues n grays. Happy to hear Dr check up was good.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

It was such a gem of a chair! And not often a husband and wife like the same furniture pieces! haha. I love blues and grays as well. Thank you!

Fun video! Enjoyed to see what is available at the shops in your area.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!!! I love watching thrifting videos too

Cory these are great holiday DIYs love it!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Hi Corey. Loved this video. I really enjoyed watching you recreate those tomato stands into trees. Very clever. Cute future piano bench. And the sleigh table so cute. Glad all is well with your pregnancy so far. Been thinking about you for a while now. Where I got inspired was using canes as candy canes. Great idea. I have several, so I may do that for next year. Take care sunshine. 🎄💚

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Elise! I was wondering if anyone noticed the cane idea in the video! yay!

Loved the video. Thanks for sharing

You really scored this day. Love the rolling pins, the ginger jar was a great price.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Joanna!

I made a Christmas 🎄 out of tomato cage ,wrapped green garland around with lights. Love yours.i made the cloth Christmas 🎄 trees.. And I have that creepy Santa.I love him.Great finds .thank you.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness so many great coincidences! Love thay!

You! ARE ADORABLE. MODEST KIND PRACTICAL AND SO GENEROUS WITH YOUR TIME. THANK YOU AND MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. GOD BLESS YOU.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Maureen. God bless you and yours and merry Christmas

Actually the large ones are for quilting. Just saying. Cute idea Cory. 👍🏻

I think padding the seats of the chairs would look good with the cane backs.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Make sure to check out my video coming out today where I show how I refurbished those chairs!

How cute t t t turned out. .what cute antique shop& thrift store!! Havent been in 1 in ages......yes i have a local a shop igo in2 sometimes ..house full!! I HAD a antique shop...plus inherited my Granmoms vintage ornaments...somehave Uncle Sam " shaking hands w Santa Claus" meaning produced in WW1 1 THE EARLY 40's late 30 ...so cool....🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲

Such a great haul I can't wait to see the outcome of them

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Margaret

Bob...always amazed on how your imagination turns into awesome creations. Wish I could have that gift. Thanks for sharing.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! But you can write songs so theres that!

How fun today! Loved the thrifting. Loved your ideas! I really needed this today. Thank you.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

It seems we both gave each other what we needed today. Thank you SO much

Great thrifts Cory! Everything turned out so pretty!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kim!!

I was in an Op (thrift) shop Monday when I spied on one of the plasticware shelves a plastic honey bottle...like one you actually get honey in in the supermarket...there was a price of $2 AUD on it..I had a WTF? moment...it was something that should have gone into recycling, not an Op shop..also whoever was pricing the items should have turfed rather than price...I took it off the shelf and when I went to the checkout I brought it to the staffs attention...she also wondered WHY..??

Hi Cory! 🤩 excited for these flips!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Kimberly! You'll love them I think!

Congratulations on your pregnancy Cory🤗🤗❤️ nice transformations and thrift finds🤗🤗

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nolvia

How cool ty for the ideal. I found 2 6" wooden hoops with glue on them. Waiting to be renewed. And have a tomato cage here goes a craft day today ty ty. Congrats on new baby. So cool yr hubby helps what a blessing

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Love that you are inspired to craft today! It's a perfect day to craft

Hi Corey, good to see you looking so well. Great video, thanks.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Gail! It has been so nice to not be nauseous all day!

Love those trees! You did a great job.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jade!

Loved it all! ♥️

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tina

I love the upside down first to paint. Ideas!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

A very fun video..I really enjoyed it..😊

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tonia!

So glad all is going well with the pregnancy, and I loved the thrift store/antique mall excursion! But I am extremely jealous of your Goodwill prices there. I live in LA and everything is about three times as much; there are no chairs for $4.99 here!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! AZ is so weird right now. Second hand things are very cheap but the cost of living has gone way up at the same time. I won't complain that the thrift finds are cheap, but it is strange that they've stayed low

@ruthdennisKnits

2 жыл бұрын

I live in Houston Texas and our thrift stores and Goodwill stores are sometimes higher priced than the item we at a retail store. Gotta watch those prices

@RVBadlands2015

2 жыл бұрын

What part of Arizona are you in. I am in Southeast Arizona. Judy

@lilolmecj

2 жыл бұрын

My Goodwill quit taking or selling furniture at all. There is a store close by that is all furniture for resale or families in need, but I have t checked it out.

Love the green bench! What brand and color green did you use? I've been looking for that particular color green to paint a chest of drawers. Thanks. 😊

Love the bench.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mitzi

Wonderful ideas.💯👏

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you DJ!

Beautiful items.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Regina!

I enjoyed your video. I want to buy you guys a couple of tables. One for the saw and one for repairs and painting. My old knees hurt watching you guys. Lol

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Haha one day! Thank you

Love the tomato cage trees!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nikki

Very creative!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Love the cranberry wreaths!! ..& v ornaments..& boxesthey come in.....u did great...watch " OUR GREENE ACKERS " w Teresa..you"ll love it...!!Merry Christmas🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲

Good job!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Slyvie

Just found you. Enjoyed the chance to see your 2nd hand thrift stores. Our stores are quite as low as yours but you find some good deals. See you soon.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sarah! glad you enjoyed my channel, thank you for stopping by

You could substitute tinsel for the yarn if you wanted the trees for outside

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Love that idea

You showed up in my recommended videos so I enjoyed watching…Subscribed 12/14/21✅🤩

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

So glad to have you here, thank you!

When I see white frame chairs I see blue and white material on the chairs...you can paint the shade of the lamp to match.....blue shade white base maybe lol

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love that idea and it's the first thing that popped into my mind too. But I went in a tiny bit different direction than that and I think you'll still really like it

That is so cool.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

What fun!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Gail

Love it.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nancy

I love you DIY project

I ❤ all of them Cory❣

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I really enjoyed your video

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sandra, I am so glad

Real close

Your goodwill is so much better than mine 🥺😂

I really thought that you were going to paint the sleigh seat red.

Please show up your updated chairs and lamp.

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

If you go to my channel and watch my newest video, you can see them there

I think that the item you called a wagon was a wheelbarrow.

Hi Cory ! Glad to hear all is well with the pregnancy! I’m excited that you got those chairs ! Can’t wait to see what you do with them. I can’t believe how much work you did on those tomato cages and how pretty they are ! That sleigh bench is cute ! What an imagination/ or vision you have! I wish I could find large embroidery hoops like those…nice find ! Great going Thrifting with you! That was fun! 🌲🌲🌲❤️🌲🌲🌲

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Jayne for always supporting me! I'm excited to start working on those chairs!!!!

Yes 👍!!! I thought 💭 about doing tomato 🍅 cages that look like Christmas 🎄 tres because it looks like a tree with tape or whatever. How do you have so much energy? I lately have been dragging and I can’t get everything done. I’m juggling putting up Christmas trees🎄. Outside decorations.These crafts I want to do !! I think 🤔 it’s because I’m not getting much sleep.. that turned out pretty with the yellowish cologne!! I think 🤔 part of the problem is I’ve been going through junk some of it is good junk and some of it is bad junk from doing to much dumpster diving lol 😂 now I’m going through things that are absolutely broken and can’t be fixed !!! Those that can be fixed I have on one side. I donated a bunch of stuff. Gave away to friends and family and I’m finally getting it down to is salvageable!!! I can’t believe this happened and their was some water damage so I had to do the smell 👃 test if it’s stinky and that nasty 🤮 wet mold smell 👃 it went to the trash. How do you Manage doing all of your arts and crafts and all of it ? I think 🤔 I’m doing to much cleaning 🧹!!! Trying to get things back to my neat freak ways. Yes their are things to flip to a gorgeous piece of furniture. I love 💗 those wooden bowls my grandmother had those. That Santa that stares was creepy !!! Lol 😂 What a terrible look 👀 on that Santa’s face

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I have found that the things we own, also own us! The more crap we have the more stress we feel. The more stress we feel the less creative we are. I am going to continue to chip away at my projects one at a time until I run out and then only take in a few at a time from then on.

@gabbysgoods827

2 жыл бұрын

@@DesertDIY Thank you 🙏 so much for listening to me on that day I really do appreciate you doing so!!! I don’t even know why I said all of that? I guess it feels good to get it out and to know what I can do about things. I’m getting things moved around figuring out if I can fix it or not. I fixed the farmhouse dumpster find that has a broken leg 🦵 and I got it cleaned up really good !!! It really does look 👀 so cute 🥰 in my dining room. Everything happens for a reason and I know I will have a story to tell why it happened. I have been dealing with some things that I never had to deal with before and I’m handling them. I’m so excited for you on you that you are pregnant and I hope 🤞 you are feeling good at this time. It would be a hard thing to go through being that sick for so long but you get a gorgeous baby out of it so it’s something to look forward to and cherish ❤️

How adorable is your son?!!!💙

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! He's such a good helper

👍😊

Who trows those big embroidery loops away?😨🤔

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Someone does I guess! Haha

So pretty ...

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Due to Covid I know a LOT of young families who are struggling with Christmas this year. I do what I can to help but my best advice is Dollar Tree. They have the supplies and decorations to make it festive without breaking the bank. A $20 donation can go a long way at Dollar Tree. Thanks for the awesome video and letting me share it!

@DesertDIY

2 жыл бұрын

Very good point Sherry!!!