Confirmation once again if we needed it, that a better life - doesn't need to be expensive.
Consider buying furnishings for a house. New pieces that are often now made to look like 'retro' pieces, but made cheaply, compared to original pieces that can be bought cheaply but are well made.
Renovating items and giving them a new purpose. Fantastic!
What I notice as I collect a lot of strange things on Pinterest is the way that the mind changes in the way we view items, when we learn to look beyond now at what is and look instead to how something could be and what else it might be useful for that is not the original purpose but could work a treat and turn into a funky new unique addition to the house. And it's cheap, so there is no real risk, having a go to make something of it. And if you don't like it you can either do it over or give it away.
Having Fun With Your Imagination
On the other hand it is a deal if you can buy something for little money and make it the way you want it rather than spending a few thousand dollars to buy something that in a while you might want to change again.
Having Fun With Your Imagination
On the other hand it is a deal if you can buy something for little money and make it the way you want it rather than spending a few thousand dollars to buy something that in a while you might want to change again.
A simple canvas frame from the dollar store becomes a stunning wall decoration.
Even clothes can have a new lease on life.
No need to buy new fabric if you have an old piece of clothing you can recut to fit the purpose.
Not even any paint needed for this transformation - just use washi tape for a new look.
Beautiful signature gift wrapping with simple style.
Old glassware is great to buy from a thrift shop and used here with a length of chain to make a bird feeder.
Old cans painted in bright colours make a splash and look more interesting than plastic pots.
Old baskets get new life in the garden.
Outdoor furniture can be expensive but why not go for something more festive by painting up an old thrift shop table (or one you want to take out of the house) to use under cover in the backyard? Or leave it inside if you like the Boho look that's fashionable now.
Blackboard paint and some simple frames transform this old filing cabinet.
A tired old set of drawers with a coat of paint and drawers removed becomes an console table with open storage for the linens.
Remember when pine furniture was the thing? Before you throw it out think about how you can update it. A painted dresser new would cost a few thousand dollars to buy (if you can find one you like). Updating an old one could be a great alternative and give you the storage and the look that fits in a modern decor. This is also a good way to unify odd pieces of furniture that don't go together naturally.
A plain storage cube gets new functionality with the addition of some baskets to store those things that won't look good on the shelf.
You'll find more ideas here
No matter what situation you're in right now, there are things you can do that will make your surroundings more pleasant and give you projects to work on that don't cost a lot of money. If money is no object, then the appeal of creating something uniquely your taste may be the incentive you need.
Repurpose, reuse and recycle! It's a very on-trend thing to do!
Outdoor furniture can be expensive but why not go for something more festive by painting up an old thrift shop table (or one you want to take out of the house) to use under cover in the backyard? Or leave it inside if you like the Boho look that's fashionable now.
Home decorator pieces can be expensive! A simple redo of a thrift store buy and a bit of spray paint could be an economical way to get something stylish without the cost. For the house or garden.
Remember when pine furniture was the thing? Before you throw it out think about how you can update it. A painted dresser new would cost a few thousand dollars to buy (if you can find one you like). Updating an old one could be a great alternative and give you the storage and the look that fits in a modern decor. This is also a good way to unify odd pieces of furniture that don't go together naturally.
You'll find more ideas here
No matter what situation you're in right now, there are things you can do that will make your surroundings more pleasant and give you projects to work on that don't cost a lot of money. If money is no object, then the appeal of creating something uniquely your taste may be the incentive you need.
Repurpose, reuse and recycle! It's a very on-trend thing to do!
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