Thrifted painting makeover

David Irvine is the talented artist behind the Gnarled Branch. The self-professed illustrator and crafter is known for his whimsical furniture, his Gothic sculptures and what he describes as…

upcycled thrift store art

Going thrift shopping is always an adventure. You never know what you might find while digging through a bargain bin of shoes or a barrel full of backpacks and belts. If you’re lucky, you might even stumble upon a piece of artwork that’s worth displaying in your home. And even if you don’t think any of the pieces are up to par yet, you might be able to give a painting new life by adding your own flair to it.

Thrifted art is so easy to come by, but often it needs some TLC! Learn how to update thrift store art with 1 simple step for a vintage look.

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Going thrift shopping is always an adventure. You never know what you might find while digging through a bargain bin of shoes or a barrel full of backpacks and belts. If you’re lucky, you might even stumble upon a piece of artwork that’s worth displaying in your home. And even if you don’t think any of the pieces are up to par yet, you might be able to give a painting new life by adding your own flair to it.

I am obsessed with this new trend of painting over old thrift store art. And adding your own elements. So I did my first one! But it won't be the last! It was so much fun, and really got my creative juices flowing! And I surprised myself...I am NOT a painter, at all! but it's not half bad, for my first try. ;-)

Check out these DIY upgraded thrift store art pieces.

20+ thrift store painting makeover ideas to upcycle old art. Suggestions with tutorials and inspiration for ways to alter thrift art.