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11 Ways to Decorate Walls With Yard Sale Finds

By: Brian Patrick Flynn

You don't have to spend a bundle on expensive art to give your space a little wow factor. Whether you're into sports gear, quirky art or sculptural objects, yard sales and flea markets are chock-full of unique and affordable wall decor. Here are 11 creative and affordable ways to decorate your walls with thrifty finds.

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Creative Groupings

Consider the shape of the items when planning their arrangement. Go for maximum impact with a fun, eye-catching display.

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Vintage Sports Gear

Whether it's badminton racquets, boxing gloves or a well-worn set of oars, retro sports gear gives your home a lot of personality.

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Vintage Medical Charts

Vintage anatomical illustrations are not only a nostalgic throwback to 8th-grade science class, they're excellent wall decor thanks to their large size and unusual subject matter. Talk about a conversation starter!

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Paint-by-Numbers Artwork

These amateur paintings are usually very colorful and just kitschy enough to be a conversation starter. Wildly popular in the '50s, these paintings are super trendy right now.

11 Ways to Decorate Walls With Yard Sale Finds

Creative Groupings

Vintage Sports Gear

Vintage Medical Charts

Paint-by-Numbers Artwork

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