These boho-chic rop baskets look like something you might see in a fancy boutique, but they are actually a very cheap and easy DIY! Over at I Heart Organizing, Aniko shares the how-to for this simple project, which uses just a couple of basic supplies. All you need it rope, hot glue, yarn, and a little patience! [how to make rope and tassel baskets]

Project estimate:

• Rope, on hand or $1 and up
• Hot glue, on hand
• Yarn, on hand or $1 and up

Total: Free and up!

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There are a lot of really awesome, extra-large wall stencils on the market these days, but some of them come with a hefty price tag.  Want to get that all-over patterned look without buying an expensive stencil?  Sarah from While They Snooze gave a wall in her home a makeover with a DIY template made from recycled cardboard and a clever method that makes this project easier than you might expect!  [how to stencil a Moroccan accent wall]

Project estimate:

• Moroccan pattern shape, free on Internet
• Cardboard, on hand
• Level, on hand or $1 and up
• Tape, on hand
• Pencil, on hand
• Paint and small paintbrush, on hand or $1 and up

Total:  Free and up!

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I love the way a new piece of wall art can change the feel of a whole room. These are some simple wall art ideas that you can make on the cheap without looking like they were made on the cheap. That can be our little secret.

1. Mixed Media Prints – Print out some nice line art, and use spray inks to add color and depth.

2. Embroidery Hoop Wall Art – Create graphic wall art with an embroidery art and fabric. No sewing required!

3. Junk Mail Wall Art – Junk mail plus paper punches turns out pretty graphic wall art.

4. Wall Flower – Use scrap or scrapbook paper to make a big, graphic piece of flower art.

5. String Art – Grab a scrap piece of plywood and turn it into super cute typographic wall art.

6. Supergraphics – Supergraphics are 70s-style oversized shapes in vibrant colors, and they’re often painted right on the wall. Check out this $13 supergraphic art!

7. Origami Art – Fold multi-colored origami paper into pretty 3D wall art.

8. Bubbles – Tissue paper is the perfect medium for creating delicate bubble wall art.

9. Graphic Circles – I love the vibrant colors and texture of this geometric wall art!

10. Wooden Star Sign – Are you good with power tools? This rustic Pottery Barn knock-off is sweet and minimalist.

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I’ve mentioned in a few other posts that I’ve been creating a Mad Hatter inspired area in my yard.  Tea pots and cups are items easily found at thrift stores, and they play a big role in my decorating scheme.  I’ve shared my tea pot stand and my tea cup bird feeder with you.  Now I’m showing you my newest addition:  a tea cup candle!

Project estimate:

• Tea cup and saucer, on hand
• Used candles, on hand
• Candle warmer or pot, on hand

Total:  Free

Step one:  I reused old candles to make my “new” candle.  First, I broke the candle into pieces and removed the wick.  Save the wick for later!

Step two:  I placed my broken candle pieces in the tea cup, and placed the tea cup on a candle warmer to melt the wax.  If you don’t have a candle warmer, use a double boiler or an old pot to melt the wax.

Step three:  Once the wax has melted, you can add color and fragrance if you have those on hand.  I added some red candle wax dye to mine.  Cut the old wick so it fits in the tea cup, and place the wick into the liquid wax.  Allow it to cool, then scrape off the excess wax if you’re as messy as I am.

I love my charming little candle!  It looks really cute in my garden.  If I find citronella oil, I’d like to add that to the wax next time to help keep mosquitos away while I relax outdoors.  I might even paint the tea cup in fun colors next time, just to add to the whimsy of it all!

This charming little candle would be great indoors or outdoors.  It’s completely unexpected and easy to customize, so you could have a candle in any color or scent you like.  Have fun crafting and creating!

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You’ve probably never thought of those plastic-y placemats as fashionable décor, but Desiree at The 36th Avenue is about to change your perception –  she used some of them to make these snazzy vase covers!  It’s a simple yet high-impact project, and you can use any cylindrical vase or other container for the project.  (Don’t throw away your next empty oatmeal container, it’ll look fab with this makeover!)  [how to make placemat wrapped vases]

Project estimate:

• Plastic placemat, $1
• Cylindrical vase or canister, on hand or $1
• Stapler or tape, on hand

Total:  $1 and up

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Need some inexpensive wall art for a kitchen or dining area?  The gals at A Joyful Riot have a fun solution: painted spoons!  What a great excuse to buy all of those pretty, mismatched spoons that lurk at every thrift store and yard sale!  Customize it for your own decor by choosing paint colors that coordinate with your room, and make sure you check out their post for the brilliant method they used to hang all of the spoons in perfectly straight lines.  [how to make painted spoon wall art]

Project estimate:

• Spoons, on hand or $1 and up
• Paint, on hand or $1 and up
• Double-stick tape, on hand or $1 and up

Total:  Free and up!

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A stack of pretty books is a great addition to a mantel of vignette.  But what if you don’t have any pretty books?  Rather than spending money on fancily-bound editions that are just for show, why not beautify your existing books instead?  Tracie at Cleverly Inspired used some pretty gift wrap to dress up a few books, making them blend seamlessly with the rest of her decor.  And if you tire of the look or want to change it, just rip off the paper and start again!  [how to make gift wrap book covers]

Project estimate:

• Books, on hand
• Wrapping paper, on hand or $1 and up
• Tape, on hand

Total:  Free and up!

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With spring on the way soon, I’ve been in a flowery mood!  How about you?  If you’re looking to add a touch of floral elegance to your decor this season, check out these Anthropologie-inspired vases from Maysem at Ode to Inspiration.  Made out of dollar store vases and clay, they have all of the charm and character of their high-end counterparts, but cost just a few dollars to create.  They would also make excellent gifts for Mother’s Day, which will be here before you know it!  [how to make Anthro-inspired floral vases]

Project estimate:

• Vase, on hand or $1
• Paint, on hand or $1 and up
• Polymer clay, on hand or about $2 and up
• Spray glaze, about $3 and up
• Glue, on hand

Total:  about $3 and up

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Nothing says “cozy” in the winter quite a like a big, chunky cable knit sweater.  So when Barb at The Everyday Home decided to add some seasonal flair to her decor, she decided that dressing a lamp shade in a sweater would be a great way to do it – and she was right!  Using a thrift store sweater she gave the lamp shade a makeover in just minutes.  It’s a great way to cover up a shade that is stained or dented, and when spring come you can remove the sweater just as easily.  [how to make a no-sew sweater lamp shade]

Project estimate:

• Lamp shade, on hand 0r $1 and up
• Sweater, on hand or $1 and up
• Tape or hot glue, on hand

Total:  Free and up!

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After the tree in her yard got a little trim, Priyam from Simple Joys gathered up a bunch of dried twigs to use for crafting. She contemplated what to do with the pile for a few weeks until inspiration struck and she decided to turn them into a simple fall wreath. And since her wreath form came out of the recycling bin, this project was free – a totally amazing price for something that looks like it came out of a trendy design boutique! [how to make a twig wreath]

Project estimate:

• Cardboard, on hand
• Twigs, on hand
• Hot glue, on hand

Total: Free!

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