Decorating can be costly, but don’t worry because we have a few ideas that will help you out. Here are some great money saving tips that will assist you while you stretch your decorating dollars. 

Tip #1 – Use What You Have

Take a second look at all the belongings you have around your house and garage – that includes peeking into cabinets and closets. Is there anything you can use in another part of your home that would work in the area that you’re decorating? A large basket collecting dust in the garage can be repurposed into a darling flower basket to brighten up your living room. A little paint and artificial flowers is all you need. You can use the basket year-round by filling it with seasonal decor.

Tip #2 – Mix and Match

Get the look you want without blowing your budget by using a variety of styles. If you like the eclectic look, vintage decorations from different decades can be striking when used together. Try using old objects in new and unusual ways.

Tip #3 – Use Big Accessories

Use big accessories such as large bowls, baskets, and vases instead of a lot of little things that clutter up a room. You can save money by searching for these décor pieces at thrift stores. You can often find some beautiful treasures that are very unique, sizable and substantial.

Tip #4 – DIY Projects

Why hire a decorator when you can just do it yourself? It’s much more rewarding and it’s less expensive. You can always use containers that match the color and style of the rooms you’re redesigning.

You can repurpose glass bottles, jars and vases by painting them in a variety of colors and adding embellishments.     

Supplies

• Glass beer & soda bottles
• Vases & jars
• Spray paints
• Scissors, glue & tape
• Beads, rhinestones, feathers, buttons

Directions

• Shop at thrift stores for vases.
• Scout for glass beer/soda bottles & jars.
• Wash your bottles, jars & vases; rinse & dry.
• Prep a paint station with newspaper. Set up your supplies.
• Create your design, pick your colors & choose your decorations. 
• Start decorating your bottles, jars and vases and have fun.
• Finish with a clear coat of acrylic spray paint. Add flowers to the bottles if desired.

Don’t spend tons of money at retail stores when you can create your own look for less with these money saving tips. You’ll find the décor that you need right here at the Arc Stores. We’re your one stop shopping destination for all your low-cost home re-decorating projects.