Weekend crafts: do you prefer building from scratch or upcycling old stuff?

WEEKEND CRAFTS: DO YOU PREFER BUILDING FROM SCRATCH OR UPCYCLING OLD STUFF?

There’s a certain satisfaction in starting from scratch and knowing it’ll actually last (or at least fit the space).

I get where you’re coming from, but I’d argue that some upcycled pieces can be just as sturdy—sometimes even more so, depending on the materials. I’ve had vintage hardwood furniture last years after a simple rework, while a few “from scratch” builds with new wood warped or split. Maybe it’s about picking the right base to start with? There’s something about the character of older materials you just can’t replicate.