How to Upcycle Household Items Into Home Decor (That Actually Looks Good)

Upcycled home decor has a reputation problem — but done right, it's indistinguishable from something you'd find in a boutique home goods store. The secret lies in three principles: surface treatment, consistency, and intention. From glass jars turned into elegant vases to cardboard transformed into sculptural wall art, this guide walks you through the household items worth upcycling and exactly how to finish them so you'll actually want to display them.