20 Vintage Decorating Ideas Inspired by Chip and Joanna Gaines

Love the idea of a flea market, but don't know where to start? Let us suggest the Instagram accounts led by Chip and Joanna Gaines, the stars of HGTV's Fixer Upper. Fans of the show know that the contractor and designer are experts at transforming homes, often with the help of shabby-chic finds. If you're looking to add some unique character to your home, here are 20 vintage styling lessons we've learned from Chip and Joanna.

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Repurposed Utility Items, Like an Old Scale, Are Unexpectedly Gorgeous
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Repurposed Utility Items, Like an Old Scale, Are Unexpectedly Gorgeous

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Old Door Panels Add Texture to Your Walls
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Old Door Panels Add Texture to Your Walls

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Make a Statement With Your Dresser
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Make a Statement With Your Dresser

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Reclaimed Wood Letters Add Personality
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Reclaimed Wood Letters Add Personality

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Look for Unconventional Materials — Like a Windmill
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Look for Unconventional Materials — Like a Windmill

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Yes, You Can Hang a Bike on Your Wall
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Yes, You Can Hang a Bike on Your Wall

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Add a Vintage Door Inside
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Add a Vintage Door Inside

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Place Your Flowers and Plants on a Stack of Old Books
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Place Your Flowers and Plants on a Stack of Old Books

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A Metal Caddy Is a Sweet Way to Set the Table
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A Metal Caddy Is a Sweet Way to Set the Table

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Vintage Stools Are a Practical Design Element
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Vintage Stools Are a Practical Design Element

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Crates Can Keep Your Playroom Organized
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Crates Can Keep Your Playroom Organized

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Large Glass Pendants Add an Airy Dimension
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Large Glass Pendants Add an Airy Dimension

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Vintage Signs Help Guests Looking for the Powder Room
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Vintage Signs Help Guests Looking for the Powder Room

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Vintage Pieces Can Be Practical Too
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Vintage Pieces Can Be Practical Too

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Use Old Materials to Create Extra Storage
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Use Old Materials to Create Extra Storage

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It's OK to Mix Pieces From Different Locations
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It's OK to Mix Pieces From Different Locations

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Antique Botanical Prints Work in Any Room
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Antique Botanical Prints Work in Any Room

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Pick a Theme For Framed Vintage Prints
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Pick a Theme For Framed Vintage Prints