Ten ways to decorate your home interior on a budget

Who says you need deep pockets to give your home a makeover? With a little creativity and resourcefulness, you can spruce up your living space without spending an absolute fortune. Whether you’re looking to add some pizzazz to your bedroom, living room or kitchen, there are plenty of budget-friendly ways to breathe new life into your home’s interior.

From repurposing old items to DIY projects, get ready to transform your living space into a stylish sanctuary.

Thrift store treasures

It’s a fun excuse to explore the aisles of your local thrift store to find unique décor items that can be repurposed. Look for vintage vases, picture frames or candle holders. You could go as far as giving them a fresh lick of paint and adding some decorative accents to create a one-of-a-kind.

Frame it

With the frames you may have scored from your thrift, or inherited from your family, it’s time to think about what you want to have them envelop. Utilising your wall space for your own art and pictures is a creative way to reflect your personal memories and/or interests, adding a personal touch to your living space.

DIY magic

DIY, although time-consuming, is fun, especially if you like getting your hands dirty and the feeling of making something from start to finish. And it can be a great activity to do with your loved ones. Seek some ideas on YouTube, albeit our advice is to start small.

Swap and share

Organising a décor swap with your friends or family is a fun way to trade unwanted items and freshen up your space. Invite guests to bring their unwanted items and make a sweet deal.

Green thumb

How nice does it feel when you walk into a home and a big, leafy and happy monstera is staring at you? Adding greenery to your interior is a great way to bring the outdoors in, helping purify the air and promote a sense of calm. Good friends will give you part of their most thriving plant so you can propagate it and grow your own.

Accessorise, accessorise, accessorise

Think pillows, curtains, blinds and rugs. They can be a really simple and effective way to freshen up both your home décor and mind. Look for affordable options in colours and patterns that match your personal style.

Lighten the mood

Much like music, lighting can really make or break the mood. Consider roaming Facebook marketplace or Gumtree for a classic mid-century lamp, or if you’re after much cheaper options, they’re out there: you can get string lights, paper lanterns, the ‘sunset lamp’, and candles all for a few bucks and they will 100 per cent help you to create a cosy and inviting space.

Use the walls

Bold, but beautiful, wallpaper and stencils can add a vibrant and colourful statement to your walls without breaking the budget – just look for the affordable ones, of course, that can be easily removed or painted over if you change your mind in the future.

Try some textiles

Tablecloths, napkins and scarves can elevate a space from drab to fab within seconds. Ask your loved ones if they have any lying around that they don’t use (your Nonna certainly will).

Show off your library

Being a bookworm is sexy, and your collection says a lot about you. So, get them out, display them on the shelves and coffee table to add a decorative element and show people what you’re interested in.

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