Projects and Solutions for Budget Decorators
By Pamela Cole Harris, About.com Guide to Budget Decorating
The best way to keep a decorating project on budget is to do it yourself. And with a little help, instruction, and inspiration, you CAN do it yourself! Color and pattern, paint and fabric, furniture and flooring - let me tell you how to make the most of each. Just click and learn!
Directions: How do I...?
Even the most seasoned DIYer needs help once in a while. That's why I have assembled a collection of how-tos for the most commonly requested projects. Just follow the directions and you are on your way to accomplishing an upgrade to any room you choose - and on a budget!
- Paint My Room
- Prepare Walls and Furniture with Abrasives
- Give My Walls Texture
- Make an Ecofriendly Paint
- Paint Old Tile
- Revive Old Laminate Countertops
- Paint Old Furniture
- Install a Tile Backsplash
- Decoupage Furniture
- Distress Furniture
- Buy a Sofa
- Haggle
- Buy a Mattress
- Measure my Room
- Upholstering Your Ottoman on a Budget
- Unique Lamps Ideas for Your Budget Decor
- Renters, Cover Your Walls with Fabric
- Make Your Own Lamp
Problems: How Can I...?
No home or room layout is perfect. And every time we begin a decorating project, guess what? We find a new problem! Whether the problem is budget, space, or decor ideas, you will find help and new ideas in these problem solvers.
- Deal with Ceiling Problems
- Fill An Empty room
- Decorate a Large Room
- Paint My Problem Room
- Freshen a Room for Under $15
- Decorate the Perfect Living Room
- Choose the Best Upholstery
- Recycle Old Furniture
- Get Bargains at Yard Sales
- Get Ideas on Decorating My Room
- Bargain Hunting on eBay
Ideas: What Can I do With...?
Thrift shops, yard sales, or your own garage are full of items that can be used to make budget decor. All you need is imagination - and maybe a bit of inspiration! Let me give you a little creative spark - and you can take it from there! Now go out there and design!
