Flea Market Chic Home Accents

Perched on a table or desk, a vintage floral frog becomes an instant organizer. This antique piece, once used to hold stems in place inside a vase or bowl, now keeps letters, postcards, and photos neat and orderly.

Decked out in bold blue wallpaper, this small entryway is anchored by a dark vintage dresser, which also provides grab-and-go storage for keys and accessories. Layering the space with playful artifacts, such as statue busts on the dresser and an umbrella stand, brings it to life.

Turn an eclectic mix of art into a single standout feature by sticking to a simple color palette. Here, the interplay among art, plates, and mirrors gives a plain wall plenty of personality.

The key to creating a cozy entertainment area is setting up a simple space with lots of character: Game-piece pillows, a bold billiards table, and thrifty wall art make a winning decor combination. Classic hues of red, white, and blue inspired by vintage record wall art set the tone for this game zone.

Add architectural character by repurposing old pieces in a fresh way. This window was rescued from a barn and paired with a chair upholstered in feed sacks. The duo?s subdued palette and texture creates a sophisticated statement in an unexpected area.

Give furniture a break from the elements by bringing the outdoors in. Rustic materials, such as this well-worn farmhouse table and colorful mismatched chairs, take center stage as a cozy dining area. A tall wooden wine rack and salvaged shelves give this pieced-together eatery weathered charm.

Forgo the traditional boxy medicine cabinet and create an instant focal point by using an ornate mirror above a sink or vanity. Spray-paint the frame a color that coordinates with your bathroom's color scheme to make a one-of-a-kind accent.

Enjoy the cozy warmth that a vintage mantel adds to a room. Dress a salvaged fireplace with a few of your favorite things and pull up a comfy chair to create one terrific tableau.

Bored with store-bought napkin rings? For wow-worthy entertaining, fashion your own with antique drapery rings and encourage great conversation with personalized place cards for guests. Print a variety of quotes suited to the occasion on cardstock and cut them to fit in small vellum envelopes. Wrap a strip of decorative paper around the envelope and clip to drapery rings.

Give classic pieces your own twist for a fresh take on vintage. The modern silver finish on this metal bed frame instantly updates a traditional piece. For an on-a-dime alternative, buy a secondhand frame and spray-paint it silver.

Introduce colorful accents to give a sleepy space a subtle wake-up call. A teal antique clock and bright pink flowers add pep to this bathroom.

Rework kitchen leftovers into tasteful tabletop decorations. Here, old pepper grinders were hollowed, painted, and embellished with gold leafing and upholstery tacks to create candleholders.

Give a weathered mantel new life as an eye-catching headboard. Be sure to securely anchor the piece to the wall. Take advantage of the mantel's shelf to showcase treasured mementos.

Add character to plain rooms by propping architectural salvage, such as these vintage shutters, against a bare wall. Budget tip: Rotate accessories in and out of rooms to keep them fresh. You'll save money by not purchasing new items, and the ever-changing accents will create intriguing displays.

Fashion a fabulous four-poster bed frame from old porch posts. At the head of the bed, simple tie curtains hang from the metal frame to mimic the look of a luxurious canopy.

Make a simple one-of-a-kind pencil or paintbrush holder that also displays family photos. Black-and-white snapshots slip between two clear glass flea market apothecary jars for an instant photo gallery. If you can't find apothecary jars, substitute any two graduated sizes of glass containers, such as florist's vases or kitchen glassware.

Create a functional and attractive table display with a vintage cake stand. Place a stack of plates on the stand and top it with a vintage birdcage.

Recycled objects create the basis for beautiful basics in the bathroom. Add patina to a tub surround by framing the base with salvaged paneling. Here a weathered piece of tin does the job. The vanity is an antique cabinet retrofitted with a new sink and faucet.

Petite milk-glass cordial glasses are just the right size to showcase single blooms. Arrange a cluster of the glasses on a tray to create a centerpiece. Or use the glasses instead of name cards for a dinner party. Add a bloom to each guest's place setting.

Turn an old chicken coop into magazine storage. This piece was cleaned and stripped to reveal the original mellow wood finish. A collection of animal-bedecked weather vanes subtly echoes the coop's farm origins.

A tin pie pan is as American as apple pie, so instead of hiding history in a cupboard, bring it out in the open to add pizzazz to a kitchen wall. At flea markets, expect to pay more for older handmade examples and hammered or punched pans.

Perched on a table or desk, an old porch railing becomes an instant organizer. The slats keep letters, postcards, and bills neat and within easy reach.