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Easy Fall Decorating Ideas on a Budget!

Easy Fall Decorating Ideas on a Budget!

By Marty Walden · 16 Comments

With just a few practical tips you’ll be on your way to a beautiful fall home. These easy fall decorating ideas are both inexpensive and simple to do! The breeze blows gently through my hair, the leaves crunch under my feet and the air feels crisp and fresh this morning. I clasp a mug of my favorite Instant Russian Tea and my… Read More

Filed Under: Fall, Home Projects, Seasonal Projects

How to Turn a Closet into a Home Office

How to Turn a Closet into a Home Office

By Marty Walden · 16 Comments

Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CreateWithPilot #PowerToThePen #CollectiveBias Work from home but no space for an office? Learn how to turn a closet into a home office (plus all the details on the craft room organization!) (Check out my video tour at the end of this post!)… Read More

Filed Under: Crafts, Declutter, Home Projects, Organization, Popular Posts, Room Makeovers, sponsored post

How to Paint a Room [Secrets from a Pro!]

How to Paint a Room [Secrets from a Pro!]

By Marty Walden · 2 Comments

A professional painter shares his secrets on how to paint a room, with great tips for the beginner wanting to save time and money! I love to create something beautiful out of other people’s roadside castoffs or yard sale bargains. But paint an entire room? Not so much! When we moved into our home 28 years ago I was assigned the… Read More

Filed Under: handyman, Home Projects, Painting Tips Tagged With: Behr Paint, DIY, handyman, Home Decor, Painting

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

Top 10 Yard Sale Bargains: What to Buy and How to Save!

Top 10 Yard Sale Bargains: What to Buy and How to Save!

By Marty Walden · 56 Comments

This must have list of top 10 yard sale bargains will save you thousands with all the tips you need on what to shop for at yard and garage sales, thrift stores and craigslist! Want to create a beautiful home but you’re short on money and time? Maybe you think staying at home with the kids isn’t possible because there… Read More

Filed Under: Declutter, frugal living, Home Projects, money, Organization Tagged With: bargains, thrifty, yard sale

Small Farmhouse Bathroom Remodel (reveal + details!)

Small Farmhouse Bathroom Remodel (reveal + details!)

By Marty Walden · 39 Comments

You will not believe this before and after of a small farmhouse bathroom remodel. Extra space was added by opening up the shower and using a DIY dresser turned vanity. This post has been a long time in coming, my friends. A looooonnnng time. I promise I’m not exaggerating. We finished our kitchen remodel (took down a wall and gutted… Read More

Filed Under: handyman, Home Projects, Popular Posts, Room Makeovers

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

5 Organization Ideas for Small Spaces

5 Organization Ideas for Small Spaces

By Marty Walden · 12 Comments

These smart organization ideas for small spaces include 5 ways to make the best of your space by using clever and inexpensive storage options.   One of the things I hear most from my readers is that you want a home that is both beautiful and functional. But how do you achieve that when there’s stuff everywhere? Even if you… Read More

Filed Under: Declutter, DIY, Favorite Posts, Home Projects, Organization Tagged With: craft room, organization, storage, underbed

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