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Decorating on a Tight Budget? Try these secrets!

Interior design can be very expensive. Even while redecorating a single room, costs always add up quickly. Our mind begins buzzing with questions. Do I want to buy carpeting or should I install hardwood? What paint color should I choose? How much of paint will I need to cover this space? Do I have to buy new furniture? Do I have to get after hour emergency electricians? Not only these questions can make things difficult, the idea of purchasing all such items can be quite overwhelming. This is why to ease your worries, we have developed this post for you. Learn our secrets and easily decorate your house while being on a budget.

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Prior Planning

Proper planning is vital for any home improvement project when working on a tight budget. You don’t want yourself in a situation where you find the perfect couch only to find out that you don’t have enough money in your account.

Before you begin, find your design inspiration. You can do this by looking at magazines and searching on the internet. Then, break down the project into its components such as furniture, flooring, paint, accessories, and interior décor. You need to browse stores and get a solid idea on the cost of the components. Then check your budget and see what suits you best.

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Repurpose You Possessions

Repurposing old design elements can never be exciting as installing new pieces. But, it can definitely save you a lot of money. All you need is a bit of elbow grease and some good investment in free time, and you can totally transform the outlook of any part of your interior design.

Look around and ponder which items you can repurpose. Think whether you really need all those new kitchen cabinets or just getting them refaced would be a good idea? See whether there are hardwood floors underneath your current carpeting? Think whether you can freshen up your old bedroom suit just by fashioning it a new coat of paint. These are just small things that can really help you in the long run. They can also save you a good amount of money.

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Anchoring room with furniture

Working with a tight budget is always about prioritizing spending. Working with limited resources means you have to spend your money where you will receive the most value for it. In interior design, this means dedicating a major portion of your budget to furniture.

Furniture will likely last for years so it’s good to spend on the quality items. If you already have furniture you can also repaint it or polish it and make it new again. Furniture is not cheap so you will be spending quite some money on it. We advise you to invest wisely.

Furniture draws eyes towards itself. If you are investing in good furniture items, you don’t have to do much decor as it will take care of 80% of your interior décor if done creatively. After this is done, you’ll only have to add minor touches to pull the room together.

*disclosure: this post syndicated by Gordon Powers

September 19, 2017
Easy on the pocket DIY wall décor ideas

When it comes to decorating apartment walls, ideas tend to flow but not every time are these ideas successfully implemented. This is because what you have in mind might have a hefty cost attached to it. However, decoration is not always about going out of the way to purchase the best. There are amazing ways to decorate which are both creative and easy on the pocket. So let’s get started with some of these extraordinary DIY wall décor projects.

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Using fabric to decorate walls

This can be used in the kitchens and if used correctly, they can go really well with Black Stainless Steel Appliances. You can easily get fabrics with floral patterns or even geometric prints easily from the market. Such things are also easily procured from the market at cheap rates. Its very easy to install and adorn your walls. All you have to do is cut the fabric in square or round shapes and have them framed and hung from the wall. You can also attach them to the smooth side of a cardboard and past them on the wall, if you choose to. This DIY home décor idea is easy, economical and colourful.

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Wall décor with vintage frames

The best way to personalise a living space is to adorn it with pictures that bring back sweet memories. Such memories look even better if framed in classic frames. Framing old and memorable pictures using antique frames will give an elegant touch to your walls. Also, they add a bit of a drama to the contemporary outlook of your living room. You can find many old vintage frames in the market at cheap rates. All you need to do is to install a picture that you love the most and hang it to the main wall of your room. Trust me; you will love every bit of it.

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DIY shelves

Have you ever imagined making an invisible bookshelf where books just seem to float in mid-air with literally no supports? Well, now you can create one easily! All you need is two sets of metal brackets, a drilling machine and a couple of old books. If your old books are heavy, try going for metal brackets that are made of sturdier material. Start by drilling holes into the wall and place one bracket on the top of the wall and one on the lower end and then slide in the book between the brackets. This will ensure that the book is balanced. Once you are done, you can place lightweight objects such as vase, small photo frames or other books as well on the shelves.

Well, these were the top three ideas, we chose to present to you this week. We hope you like them. If you need further details you can always contact us via email. If you are fascinated and willing to try out these amazing DIY ideas, then wait no further. Go ahead and make your walls stand out in a creative and interesting way!

*disclosure: this post in partnership with AJ Madison

August 2, 2017
Create a staycation worthy home!

Daydreaming of a vacation but your budget says no? How about a staycation instead! Now it won’t be easy because it comes with a lot of planning and preparation, but the reward is totally worth it!

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Step One: Declutter EVERYTHING! Spend a day in each room going through every single item you own. Fill boxes with things that need to leave that you can either donate or at the end of the week, host a huge yard sale and make some money off of your hard work.

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Step Two: Pick one room that you’ve always wanted to update and do it! This one doesn’t have to be a budget buster. Fresh paint is cheap, or maybe a few new chairs you found at a yard or estate sale. A fresh outlook can really change your perspective.

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Step Three: Do a deep clean. Spend a weekend or treat yourself and pay someone else to clean with the money you made from selling your clutter! Get a nice fresh and clean smell throughout that house!

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Step Four: If you are like me your office is at home. Either put it away, or close the doors! A staycation means putting aside work to enjoy your stay there.

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Step Five: Enjoy!

June 8, 2016
Modern on A Budget

Decorating a modern home can be more difficult than just choosing what you prefer. Most modern furniture is priced so high due to the fact that it is a popular choice! What happens when you are on a budget but still want that sleek look?

Thankfully there are a few good choices to turn to when it comes to modern furniture in a price point that you can afford. Modani Furniture is a great option. If you are a person who likes to shop online, they have great pictures and views so you know exactly what you are getting with free shipping.

There is no puzzle of trying to figure out how to put it together when you get it and there are even stores for those who need to see it in person! It is the perfect way to shop for modern furniture without all the drama and overpriced costs.

Not looking for modern decor? That’s okay! There are plenty of more options through and collections picked out just for you to browse through.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Modani Furniture.

June 1, 2016
Some Serious Fan Favorites!

Looking back there are so many posts that have been loved, but some a little more than others! Here’s some of the latest fan favorites in case you missed any:

Decorating on a budget

Small backyards

Creating more space

Making cozy comfortable

Creative laundry spaces

Creative apartment ideas for space

Comfortable casual spaces

Make a small bedroom work

Which one was your favorite? We’d love to hear in the comments below!

March 25, 2016
Chairs that have caught my eye!

I don’t know what it is about chairs, but they seem to catch my eye! I feel like they are an easy thing to switch out and although some are quite pricey, you can find great ones in any budget. They can create a cozy environment, add extra seating, or just give the room something special.

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There’s something about a unique chair that gets me every time.

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Even if it’s a chair that’s meant to not be seen! It adds a little something extra to the room.

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They can be bold and make a statement.

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Or tuck inside a special space, but still be beautifully designed.

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Almost every room can use a chair. You can’t say that for most items in each room of your house!

What kind of chairs do you love the most?

December 7, 2015
Finding Your Personal Touch

Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to decor, but what if you aren’t really sure what you do and don’t like?

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You won’t know what you are looking for, if you don’t look!

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Don’t let budget define your style. You can find amazing pieces at affordable prices.

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It might take some trial and error. Which is another reason finding items that are decent priced, gives you the opportunity to change your mind and not be upset about it!

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Don’t be afraid of colors and patterns. It’s okay to mix and match! Designers do it all the time.

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And lastly, your preference doesn’t have to be labeled. You can be contemporary, classic, modern, elegant, rustic, and eclectic. Just be you!

November 18, 2015
This Summer’s Best Posts!

Check out what was really popular this Summer and make sure you didn’t miss anything:

Decorating on a Budget

Making a Galley Kitchen Work

Decorating a Skinny Hallway

Adding a Feminine Touch

Which one was your favorite?

August 5, 2015
Decorating on a Budget

For those of us who have the desire to change the way our home looks, but don’t have a winning lottery to do so, here are a few things you can do to decorate on a budget:

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Check out your local thrift stores, flea markets, and yard sales! Get a great piece of furniture that might cost you a couple hundred brand new, and make it yours for just a few bucks.

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Ask family and friends for unused furniture! Chances are high someone you know has something in their basement they don’t even know is down there anymore. Take it off their hands and in your home!

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You might be surprised to find that you already own a fantastic piece of furniture that just needs a little TLC. Some paint and new hardware can make a huge change without much of a dent! My tip on spending less on paint? Buy a sample size bucket instead of a gallon especially for small pieces.

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Don’t want to buy expensive shelving? DIY! Wood and stain are much cheaper than pre-made store bought.

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Be creative! Take the time to search and find the right pieces for the right price or see if you can make it yourself! You may be surprised at how much you can do with a tight budget.

July 27, 2015
Best Flooring Options

When you consider your flooring options it can be overwhelming on what the right choice is. It’s something you are going to see and step on every day, it’s not always cheap depending on the square footage you have, and in most cases you might worry about the durability!

My suggestions are pretty simple, choose what you love. Find a hue or design that you would be happy waking up to everyday.

Sometimes we put too much into the resale value of our home and never really pick what we would choose if we had no limitations. Fall in love with your wood floors!

Don’t be blindsided – go in with a move able budget. It’s okay to pick where you’d like the price point to be but don’t let that stray you from the best option.

Go with a company that will talk to you in your terms like gohaus! If you have no idea what you are doing looking for flooring, find someone who is willing to explain everything to you the way you need to hear it.

June 11, 2015