Home Décor on a Budget

Many of us shy away from redecorating because of the perceived cost to do so. Between flea markets, hand me downs, and discount stores offering more and more quality items for less money however, it is easy to create a space that truly reflects your personality, on a relatively small budget.

From versatile furniture to economical décor ideas, these 8 tips will help put a homely touch on your new dorm room, or a fresh new twist on a tired looking space in your home. All you need is a little imagination!

Creating an Ambiance

Tea lights are an inexpensive, clean and safe way to add ambiance to your décor. Placed in a glass or a colorful holder, and lined up in multiples on a windowsill or coffee table, tea lights will have a delightful impact for a very small investment.

Visual Distraction

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Res washrooms are usually far from modern or aesthetically appealing, but you can quickly upgrade them with a colourful shower curtain. Plastic curtains are usually a little cheaper than fabric, and they are easy to wipe clean.

Paint-less Wall Décor

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Create an indoor clothes line by stringing ribbon between 2 suction cups. This simple contraption is a great way to display photographs or keep the bills in one place - just pin them to the line with clothes pegs! No nails or damage to the walls, and you can change your décor as often as you like!

Ugly Couch?

Hand-me down furniture isn't often pretty, but it's free and probably really comfy. Instead of spending hundreds of dollars to buy a new couch, reinvent an old one with a crisp slipcover.

Friendly Faces

Photos of your family and friends will help make you feel at home anywhere you go. A photo frame room divider doesn't require damaging nails to hang, and can divide your living space while doubling as an art piece at the same time.

Bed Art

A "Bed in a Bag" is great way to save money when decorating your bedroom. Pick a reversible set for two great looks in one, and pick a color scheme that is forgiving on stains.

Dual Purpose Furniture

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An ottoman-style coffee table with built-in storage is the perfect example of how useful multi-purpose furniture can be. Use it for extra storage, as well as for extra seating when friends come over. Cubes are also handy - slide a couple together for a bigger table or separate them for more seating.

Folding Furniture

Space is always in short supply in dorm rooms, but a folding desk and bookcase offers up a collapsible workspace that can be put away when the extra space is needed.