When Preloved is Reloved!!

Upcycling… 10 reasons as to why it’s a MUST in your life!!

1) You have something truly unique that no amount of money can buy!

2) There is something so enchanting about wandering aimlessly through reclamation yards, second hand furniture shops and antique dealers only to be rewarded with the excitement of finding ‘the one’!

3) You have more of an appreciation for your masterpiece after all the hours of sourcing, adjusting, sanding and painting!

4) If you’re anything like us, a household with 3 young tornados who cannot make it through a day without spilling/dropping/breaking or using your furniture as a means only their imaginations could fathom, you can relax in the knowledge that the ‘shabby chic’ or ‘rustic’ look compensates for all of life’s little mishaps. It certainly makes me a better, more relaxed mother….well, maybe 80% of the time! Each mark only adds to the character and another happy memory is made!

5) Old furniture tends to be sturdier and made for longevity with more character! There is a reason why it’s still standing after all this time!

6) Old pieces have the beauty of being adapted to suit any space and home. Make it bang on trend with a splash of gold or strip it back to a vintage classic! Anything goes!

7) Anyone else just LOVE shopping for new handles and knobs?

8) It’s good for your mental health and well-being. It’s therapeutic when you get lost in the flow, hours feel like minutes! It also brings you a sense of achievement and who doesn’t love a challenge!

9) It also keeps you physically active, all that sanding and painting definitely contributes to more toned arms and your 10,000 steps a day!

10) It is so important, especially in today’s modern throw away culture that we think more about the environmental impact of our purchases! Reduce, reuse, recycle!

So, what are you waiting for….your hidden treasure awaits!