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Upcycled Vintage Sheet into No Sew Table Runner

Upcycled Vintage Sheet into No Sew Table Runner

By Marty Walden · 22 Comments

It’s so easy to turn an upcycled vintage sheet into a no sew table runner with a trip to a thrift store and these easy instructions! It’s no secret that I love finding bargains and creating one-of-a-kind home decor with my discoveries. A pretty kitchen table (we don’t have a dining room) is important to me since we’re now empty… Read More

Filed Under: Crafts, Entertaining, home decor, No Sew Projects

DIY Textured Vase out of a Plastic Carton

DIY Textured Vase out of a Plastic Carton

By Marty Walden · 20 Comments

Don’t waste money on high priced home decor. Use an easy spray paint to create this DIY textured vase out of a plastic carton! Sometimes the best ideas come from random possibilities. Recently I was at my local craft store shopping for spray paint, and I came across an amazing product I’d never seen before. At the same time I… Read More

Filed Under: Crafts, home decor, Painting Tips, Popular Posts

No Sew Table Runner and Buffalo Plaid Chargers

No Sew Table Runner and Buffalo Plaid Chargers

By Marty Walden · 15 Comments

Need a quick and easy way to change up your decor? Try this no sew table runner and buffalo plaid chargers without any sewing! “Autumn shows us how beautiful it is to let things go.” ~unknown I don’t know about you but 2020 has made me weary. I’m tired of the constant conflict on social media and the way this… Read More

Filed Under: Crafts, Fall, home decor, No Sew Projects, Seasonal Projects, Thanksgiving

5 Ways to Save Money on Fall Decorating

5 Ways to Save Money on Fall Decorating

By Marty Walden · 22 Comments

Great ideas for ways to save money on fall decorating, including tips on buying from thrift stores, using natural elements and shopping your own home! Have you ever wondered why people spend tons of money decorating their homes for every season and holiday of the year? Me, too! I have to confess when I started sharing my home on the… Read More

Filed Under: Fall, home decor, Seasonal Projects

Easy Spring Mantel + Inexpensive Decorating Ideas

Easy Spring Mantel + Inexpensive Decorating Ideas

By Marty Walden · 37 Comments

Want to add some beauty to your home for the season but don’t want to spend money? This easy spring mantel and inexpensive decorating ideas are for you! Heavy heart. Anxious spirit. Fear and overwhelm. Right now this is probably all you see on social media and hear from your family and friends. Our world has changed overnight. Kids are… Read More

Filed Under: home decor, Home Projects, Seasonal Projects, Spring

Repurposed Rolling Kitchen Cart with Butcher Block

Repurposed Rolling Kitchen Cart with Butcher Block

By Marty Walden · 10 Comments

A repurposed rolling kitchen cart is transformed for use in a home studio. Chalk paint provides the color and Danish oil updates the butcher block surface. Y’all know how much I love to save money! Mondays are trash day in our neighborhood and I’ve been known to drive (or walk) around the neighborhood on Sundays looking for treasures! I’m also… Read More

Filed Under: Chalk Paint Ideas, home decor, Painting Tips

Stamped Books DIY [Tutorial using Chalk Paint]

Stamped Books DIY [Tutorial using Chalk Paint]

By Marty Walden · 12 Comments

Create your own farmhouse decor with this stamped books DIY tutorial using cheap paperback books, chalk paint and rubber stamps. Do you want an authentic, one of-a-kind home? Me, too! Have you run out of original ideas? Yep, same here! Sometimes there’s a crafty DIY project that appears EVERYONE has done to death. Know what, though? It doesn’t matter! If… Read More

Filed Under: Chalk Paint Ideas, Crafts, home decor, Painting Tips, Popular Posts

DIY Floating Mantel (Build one out of Barn Wood!)

DIY Floating Mantel (Build one out of Barn Wood!)

By Marty Walden · 11 Comments

Easy instructions for building a DIY floating mantel out of reclaimed barn wood. Perfect for the rustic, repurposed look that’s so popular! If you’ve read my blog for more than five minutes you know I’m not a decorator, designer or any other “d” words! Yet somehow I’m learning to create a treasured home, one day, one area at a time…. Read More

Filed Under: home decor, Home Projects

Shopping for New Furniture: 5 Money Saving Tips!

Shopping for New Furniture: 5 Money Saving Tips!

By Marty Walden · 6 Comments

Disclosure: I received products from Rooms To Go but all opinions in this post are my own! These 5 money saving tips for shopping for new furniture will not only help you stay within your budget but make sure you get the best possible products! Do you dream of new furniture for your home but are lost as to where… Read More

Filed Under: home decor, Room Makeovers, sponsored post

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Marty Walden believes anyone can create an authentic home filled with simple, thrifty decor. When you join her community, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to create a treasured home and still live within your means! Read More…

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