Dress Your Home for the Holidays with Secondhand Treasures

Holiday decorating on a budget starts at Legacies Upscale Resale! You can create a unique, vintage-inspired look for your door, Christmas tree, table, candles, walls, shelves and mantel with a few trips to Cincinnati’s favorite consignment store.

Here are some creative ideas for making the most of Legacies’ secondhand treasures for the holiday season:

1. Vintage Ornaments and Baubles

• Old-fashioned glass ornaments: Look for unique vintage glass ornaments that can add a nostalgic touch to your Christmas tree or holiday display.
• Mismatch for charm: Combine ornaments in different shapes, colors and sizes to create a whimsical tree that will delight young and old.
• Upcycle old ornaments: You can repaint or add glitter to old, worn ornaments to give them new life.

2. Wreaths and Garlands

• Reuse old wreaths: Look for artificial wreaths or garlands to update by adding fresh greenery, ornaments or ribbons.
• DIY garlands: Use vintage jewelry, old fabric scraps, or even secondhand beads to create unique garlands for your tree or mantel.

3. Tableware and Centerpieces

• Retro holiday table settings: Look for mismatched china or holiday-themed plates to set a fun and festive table.
• Vintage glasses and punch bowls: These can be a beautiful way to serve drinks at a holiday party.
• DIY centerpieces: Combine old candle holders, vases and trays. Fill them with pine cones, ornaments and/or greenery to make eye-catching centerpieces.

While you’re at Legacies, a top vintage furniture store in the area, you might even find a must-have dining room table to put it all on!

4. Fabric Finds

• Holiday linens: Search for secondhand tablecloths, napkins and runners with seasonal prints or colors. Even plain ones can be decorated with fabric paint or stamps.
• Quilts and blankets: Vintage quilts or cozy throws can make your home feel warm and festive when draped over furniture or used as tree skirts.
• Old sweaters: Upcycle old Christmas sweaters into tree skirts, pillow covers or even stockings.

5. Candle Holders and Lanterns

• Mix and match candle holders: Look for brass, glass or ceramic candle holders that can be grouped together for a dramatic effect. Spray paint them gold, silver or white for a cohesive look.
• Lanterns: Old lanterns can be filled with ornaments, lights or candles to create warm, glowing decorations.

6. Picture Frames

• Frame holiday prints: Find vintage picture frames and insert old holiday cards, festive prints, or DIY artwork for seasonal wall décor.
• Upcycled frame décor: Empty frames can be hung on walls with garlands or ornaments woven through them for a creative look.

7. Old Toys and Books

• Vintage toys: These can be used as mantelpiece decorations or under the tree for a nostalgic touch.
• Old books: Stack holiday-themed books on shelves, or use them as part of a centerpiece by adding candles or ornaments on top.

8. Holiday Lighting

• Old chandeliers or light fixtures: Legacies often has unique light fixtures for sale. You can decorate these with garlands, ribbons or ornaments for a festive twist.
• Fairy lights: Look for string lights or old lamps that can be updated with new bulbs or freshened up for a warm glow.

9. Artificial Trees

• Retro Christmas trees: If you’re lucky, you might find a secondhand artificial tree on our floor. We occasionally get in funky, vintage tinsel trees or small tabletop versions that are perfect for creating holiday vignettes.

10. Repurpose Everyday Items

• Jars and vases: Fill vintage jars with ornaments, pinecones or fairy lights for a festive centerpiece.
• Baskets: Use old baskets to hold holiday greenery, gifts or blankets. You can even spray paint them in holiday colors.

Shopping at Legacies allows for creativity, and you’re likely to find unique treasures that no one else has. Plus, it’s a great way to stay eco-friendly by reusing and repurposing items!