Transform ordinary decor into romantic French Country spring decor using simple paint techniques, decoupage, and thrift flip creativity. In this DIY decorating video, I give new life to pieces I already had at home and turn them into charming cottagecore-inspired decor.
First, I transform an old toolbox into a dusty blue romantic spring display using hand-mixed paint and rose decoupage. Then I restore a rusty watering can using a surprising rust-removal trick before giving it a French Country makeover with creamy paint and blue floral decoupage. Finally, I refresh a cast iron hummingbird decor piece with softer cottagecore colors.
These easy DIY decor flips are perfect for spring decorating, French Country homes, farmhouse style, and cottagecore lovers.
✨ In this video you’ll see:
• Toolbox decor makeover
• Rusty watering can restoration
• Cast iron decor refresh
• Romantic French Country styling ideas
Let me know in the comments which makeover was your favorite! 🌸
MY SPRING DECOR PLAYLIST; https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBRWgqvc_KZEK30KK3Q8ipp_yIpMJW1tJ
LET ME INSPIRE YOU!
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This video is part of the SPRING FEVER collaboration
PLAYLIST: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmm9ft2Y_RQqiVj4XuyoMg-yP_4y15VNW
HOSTS: @UpAllNightDIY and @shabbymeetsbling615
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Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction – French Country Spring Flips
00:26 – Toolbox makeover
01:35 – Mixing the dusty blue paint
05:06 – Styling the toolbox spring display
06:17 – Introduction to my channel
06:41 – Rusty watering can makeover
13:26 – Cast iron hummingbird decor refresh
15:28 – Final reveal of all pieces
17:21 – Outro: Where to Find More DIY Inspiration
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#VintageInspired #FarmhouseDecor #DIYMakeover
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5 Comments
I love your French Country look. Lol literally
Very nice DIY mon chérie ❤
🌸 Which makeover was your favorite?
1⃣ Romantic French Country toolbox
2⃣ Rustic watering can transformation
3⃣ Cast iron hummingbird refresh
I love hearing what inspires you the most! And if you enjoy French Country and cottagecore decor DIYs, don’t forget to subscribe for more thrift flips and seasonal decorating ideas. 💙
The caat iron piece once painted looks like a jacobean floral😊😊
Hello Marika…y love blue ….MAGNIFIQUE…DIY VERY BEAUTIFUL…bye….Mireille in France