Thrifted glass is a sustainable goldmine, offering endless possibilities for upcycling.

Here are seven simple ways to give thrifted glass a second life, according to a designer.

Meet the Expert

Pam Kessleris the founder of House of Hawthornes.

glass vases painted diy flower holder

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To counteract the monotony, Kessler likes to cast thrifted glassware as candle holders.

Pothos cuttings rooting in jars of water

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To mix things up, try using a vintage decanter decoupled from its stopper as a vase.

Similarly, a vintage water siphon with its spigot removed can also work as a shapely vase.

There’s no quicker way to elevate a five-stem grocery store bouquet!

Vintage glass amber compote DIY candle

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Use a vintage glass compote, bowl, or even an orphaned champagne coupe as a one-of-a-kind candy dish.

using jars to store toiletries

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summer flowers in vintage glass champagne flutes

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Easter sweet candies and pastel colored eggs in a beautiful vintage glass coupe. Easter celebration concept.

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Vintage glassware coupe with succulents and candle

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Vintage glass bottles collection in a window

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