I wanted to create a list on how to get you started with upcycling because I truly believe that anyone can create anything they want if the creativity is there. You don’t necessarily have to be crafty especially since the vast majority of the things I upcycle is created with ease.
So let’s get you on your path to upcycling. Here’s what I suggest getting to make projects go smoother since you’ll have them on hand.
Upholstery supplies
Tack puller
Upholstery staple remover
Asst. upholstery tacks
Paint Supplies
220-grit sandpaper
Wood Filler
Assorted Colors of Spray Paint
Paint Brushes
Calcium Carbonate (to make your own chalk paint)
Painter’s Tape
Whizz mini paint rollers and cages
Sanding masks
Pre-mixed Bondo
Drop Cloth
Cleaning Supplies
Krud Kutter
Shop rags or terry cloth rags
Rubber Gloves
Magic Erasers
Tooth brushes
Power Tools
Ryobi Drill
#2 Phillips bit
Ryobi Mitre Saw
Sawzall
Forstner bit set
Drill bits
Stripped Screw & Bolt Extractor
Palm Sander
Hand Tools
Wire Cutters
Pliers
Flat Head screwdriver
Phillips head screwdriver
Utility Knife Razor Blades
Box of assorted screws
Adjustable wrenches
Allen wrenches
Hammer
Wire strippers
Rubber mallet
Miscellaneous
Tape Measure
Scissors
Permanent markers
Safety goggles
Assorted clamps
Cutting mat and rotary cutter
Press & Seal
Wax Paper
Ruler
Level
Thick Work Gloves
Baling Wire
Tool Caddy
Twine
Adhesives
E6000
Mod Podge
Hot glue gun
Wood Glue
If you are a true Diva of DIY here’s a few extra special pieces that you can pick up to create your own Diva Upcyclers Toolbox…every Diva needs a little pink 🙂
My best advice is to have the coolest tools that you’ll be excited to use. When you have the excitement the creativity will come and you will begin to create beautiful upcycled pieces that your friends and family will rant and rave about. Who knows, you may even turn your new found passion into a business!
What is your favorite tool to use? Did I miss something on the list that you think needs to be added? Let me know by leaving a comment below!
