Design Articles

Low Cost Kitchen Makeovers 

The Kitchen is the room in a home most frequently used by family members, and therefore should be an inviting space. Do not
be discouraged by the high cost of a Kitchen renovation as there are many inexpensive updates that you can do to freshen your Kitchen on a budget.

The Basics of Shabby Chic Style 

A shabby chic look is a style that naturally
lends itself to decorating on a budget. Here are a few of the basic elements that make up a Shabby Chic look that you may want to try in your own home.

7 Budget Tips for Dabbling in a Color Trend 

New colors come into fashion with every season change. Before jumping in, consider these tips to help keep you in style yet on track with your budget decorating goals.

Three Ways to Freshen Up a Room for Less Than $15 

There are many great budget decorating products and tips out there, but when it comes to freshening up a room for under $15.00 nothing tops the these three items.

Host a House Decor Swapping Party 

What could be better than this? Imagine an afternoon hanging out with friends, an excuse to clean your closet and some great new free decor for your home.. Here are step by step instructions for organizing this ultra fun event.

Small Items That Pack a Big Punch 

Who says good things don’t come in small packages? Sometimes a small item can add a lot of style impact to your home. Check out these undersized items that deliver big decorating impact.

Best Deal Décor Finds at Flea Markets 

Most savvy bargain decorators know that there are treasures to be found at flea markets. Knowing that treasures are to be found and knowing what to look for are two very different things. Here is our list of top picks to keep your eyes open for when browsing a flea market.

Budget Lamp Base Ideas 

Lighting is one of the keys to good design, yet lamps can often cost a small fortune. Creative bargain decorators can make their own custom lamps out of numerous inexpensive items that you may already have in your home. Here are a few suggestions of items to use as a unique lamp base.

New Uses for Old Items 

With the economy in turmoil, some of us are forced to give us up our hobbies, including decorating. Never fear, using old and forgotten items you already have is one of the best budget decorating tricks around. Here are five suggestions for re-using old items in new ways.

Balance in Budget Decorating 

Budget decorating is more than simply just finding good deals. Basic principals of interior design apply to any decorating project and using these principals of design does not cost a penny. Balance is one of these design concepts that needs to be considered with all decorating projects.