Episode 90 - Being an IOD Artisan: 5 Favorite Projects & the Stories Behind Them

In this episode of Rescued & Upcycled, I’m sharing five of my favorite projects I’ve created as part of the IOD Artisan team — and the stories behind each one.

From a vintage minnow bucket and old countertop canisters… to beautiful storage pieces, a well-loved guitar case, and oversized decorative eggs… each one has its own creative spark, transformation, and reason why it became a favorite.

I’m taking you behind the scenes of the thought process behind each piece, the products and techniques I used, and why some of the best ideas don’t always show up all at once.

If you love thrifted finds, layered vintage style, creative inspiration, and hearing the story behind the makeover… this episode is for you.

Thank you for being here!  

Keep rescuing, keep creating, and keep upycling!
See you in the next episode. 💛

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I’m giving YOU more ways to experience the magic of the Makers Box—and I’m launching a brand-new creative community too!

Makers Creative Community, where you’ll find:
• Monthly DIY challenges
• Live styling sessions
• Quarterly Zoom projects
• Early access...VIP perks & behind-the-scenes peeks
• A space to connect, create, and grow with fellow makers

You’ll now have three new ways to join in:
• Makers Box: Paper Lovers – for those who adore vintage-inspired decoupage & rice papers
• Makers Box: Paint Lovers – for the DIYers who live for curated paint collections
• Makers Box: Digital Press – for printable lovers who want instant access to my exclusive designs

And for those who want the FULL creative experience—the original Makers Box still delivers it all:
• 2 Exclusive Roycycled decoupage papers
• 2 Exclusive The Painted Photographer rice papers
• 2 DIY Paints
• 2 Fusion Mineral Paints
• 1 Sweet Pickins Milk Paint
• 1 specialty decoupage napkin
• 5 Exclusive printable digital downloads
All curated and coordinated with love.