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Trending Design on a Dime

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Design and decor trends are highly sought-after, but can often times be pricey. The good news is that many trends can be achieved with a little creativity and DIY; making popular decor trends easily achievable. Here are 5 ways to create inexpensive decor that will not only help you stay within your budget, but they will make your space look fabulous and tailored to your personal style. Haven’t found your space yet? Look around!

Faux Wallpaper

Polka dots have become a trendy look in home decor, and also happen to be a very inexpensive way to decorate. Use simple circle stickers and apply to your wall. You can have different looks if you vary the way you apply the decals. If you want larger polka dots or different colors, cut circle shapes out of a colorful piece of paper and use “glue dots” or double sided tape to apply the dots to create a similar look. This also happens to be a great temporary decor solution, so if you decide on changing things up again, the polka dots can be easily removed.

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Gallery Wall

Adding a collage of framed wall art is another trend that can be easily achieved. By creating your own quoted prints and adding your own drawings, the look can be completed and is less expensive than purchasing art.

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For an even more inexpensive option, but still an eclectic look, hang empty frames of all sizes either alone or grouped together to create a gallery wall.

Open Shelving

Shelving has become an important part of decorating a space. It increases the appeal of a room as well as provides extra storage. Industrial-style shelving is very popular and can be achieved with some wood and pipes, making it inexpensive decor that can be built on your own.

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Ladders have also become a source for storage, especially in bathrooms, providing a space to stack rolled up towels and other bath essentials.

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Dressed Up Bed

The bedroom focal point is often times the bed, and if the bed doesn’t look complete or well put together, then it can make the whole room less appealing. Headboards have become popular and are a great way to dress up a bed without needing to purchase an entirely new bed frame. This headboard was built with just twenty dollars; now that’s a bargain!

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For an even easier headboard and inexpensive decor solution, use pegboards to define the shape, then add frames, a vase, and other accessories to dress it up.

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Inspiration Boards

Another great wall design idea is an inspiration board, which allows you to add your style while inspiring your day-to-day life. A cork board, canvas, pegboard, or even a large empty frame can be filled with everything that inspires you: photos, notes, postcards, magazine clippings, etc. While it is inspiring, it also creates a unique wall decor piece that can help accent any space in your home.

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Common Items Turned Unusual

Instead of purchasing a side table, consider using ordinary items like a drum or stacked suitcases as a side table instead. This creates a unique appeal that also shows off personality. Visiting the local flea market can help you find items for less that can be used in unusual ways.

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Designing on a dime can be easily achieved as long as you get your creative juices flowing!

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Hi! Iā€™m Maria, the Marketing Coordinator for Homes.com. I am part of a dream team that is dedicated to running this awesome blog along with Homes.comā€™s social channels. If I am not busy writing blogs and socially sharing for Homes.com, you can find me painting, drinking tea with my friends, and doing DIY projects!