Have a bunch of mason jars in your cupboard but not sure what to do with them? Have some fruit crates laying around? Upcycle is a fun, contemporary project book that will show you how to take a range of common objects, many available cheap or free, and craft them into stylish home furnishings and décor. The projects are practical and attractive, with full-color photography and easy-to-follow instructions. Turn an old wooden pallet into a stylish coffee table or a charming, rustic headboard, a leftover jam jar into an accent light or a hanging plant holder, and dozens more simple home crafts. The lovely “farmhouse chic” esthetic brings a rustic yet modern flare to any home. Each project has a complete list of tools and materials needed, and handy illustrations that even the beginner to DIY projects can follow with ease. The book focuses on 8 everyday items you may find at a flea market or even free—perhaps in your own home, and shows how each can yield a wide range of projects. Bonus section includes ideas for stencils to trace, or be inspired by to create your own. Wooden Pallets : Coffee table, Floor lamp, Headboard, Shelves, Fun wall hangings, End table, Key rack, Building blocks, Candle holders Fruit Crates : Firewood box, Banquette, Book shelves, Shadow boxes, Planters Cotton Sheets : Round tablecloth with festive matching napkins, Embroidered wall hangings, Stencilled table runners, Dip-dyed curtains, Tote bag, Throw pillow, Light shade Glass Jars : Accent light, Wall lamp, Suspended vases, Indoor garden, Terrarium, Christmas lights Wine Bottles : Vases, Planters, Hanging lamps, Mood lighting Tin Cans : Cozy planters, Stencilled candle holder, Desktop organizer, Hanging silverware holders, Hanging lights Old Lampshades : Dreamcatcher, Mobile, Revsamped hanging light Dishes : Candle holders, Wall décor, Working clock, Serving tray SONIA LUCANO is a designer, crafter, and author. She has worked in both fashion and design since studying at France’s National School of Decorative Arts. She lives in Paris. Her English-language books have been published by Thames and Hudson, Random Penguin, Murdoch, and others. Herb Planter   Tools staple gun   Supplies old wood crate plastic sheeting potting soil variety of plants   Instructions • Choose a wood crate; you can find them at yard sales, thrift stores, eBay, or on Craigslist.    • Cover the interior of the crate with plastic sheeting, stopping about an inch from the top. Then staple it to hold it in place.    • Fill the crate with potting soil, and plant your plants, flowers, succulents, or aromatic herbs. Don’t hesitate to use plants of different heights. Water regularly, but moderately.