DIY Project: Knickknack Makeover

Ever since my Aunt Rita's creepy clown figurine damaged my soul back in 1982, I've despised knickknacks. As somewhat of a modernist, I've often pondered the purpose of these cluttery horrors. It's not like they actually do anything, right? Plus, you've gotta have something to showcase them in; who wants to spend $800 on a display cabinet for dozens of stupid things no one cares about anyway?

Always up for a challenge, I attempted to make a dozen aesthetically-challenged knickknacks hip, sophisticated and useful. Though doubtful from the start, it turns out that with just a few simple materials, a steady hand and a lazy afternoon, anyone can turn ghastly garbage into glamorous goodies.