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Give your ho-hum glassware some much needed pizzazz.

Vases with interesting shapes and colours have piqued my interest lately as they can be used to elevate your space, and they are also great conversation starters. I thrifted this vase from my local Salvation Army thrift store for $2. Since they are usually priced under $10, I definitely got this for a steal! I thought it would be a great idea to upcycle this vase and give it a more interesting look. Note: This project is best done outside because of the strong smell of the paint. Supplies Needed: Glassware/vase of your choice, spray paint and cardboard. Step 1 Place glassware on cardboard. Step 2 Spray glassware with paint and let dry for about 15-20 minutes. Step 3 Go over areas that need to be covered and let dry for another 15-20 minutes. After the waiting period, you should have an awesome new vase. There you have it: a new vase that is unique and your own for under $20. The spray paint I used for the project cost me only $10, and I went with a colour that is a little bit muted and natural, which fits with my space perfectly.

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(left) Osareme David Dom-okoebu is a content creator and a creative expert for The Salvation Army. He creates content on Instagram (@_reme_) centred mainly on thrifted menswear. He also shares how to be stylish without breaking the bank. Find a thrift store near you at thriftstore.ca.

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