With little time and little money, you could add lots of charm all around the house.
Here are 19 do-it-yourself projects to consider.
Update Lighting
Add comfort, convenience, and character with the right lighting.
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Update the chandelier over the dining room table.
Add simple plug-in puck lights under kitchen cabinets and inside closets.
Cozy up a dark corner with an accent light.
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Install mini accent lights above wall art or framed family photos.
Include a storage unit to keep mail, car keys, and other essentials in order.
If space permits, include a small bistro table and chairs for a cute conversation space.
Frame the Views
Dress up your windows with colorful treatments.
Hang the draperies higher than the windows to make the ceilings seem higher.
How to Hang Curtains
Try these handy tips for measuring and hanging window treatments.
Put Unused Space to Work
Give an awkward area purpose and appeal.
Transform a basic bay or boxy window into a reading nook.
Or furnish an empty corner of the living room with a game table and storage cabinet.
Make Way for Display
Use open shelving throughout the house to store and display collectibles.
In addition to adding storage, the airy shelves can also make a small room feel larger.
Accent with Architectural Details
Bring your basic builder’s kitchen to life.
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In addition, it won’t trap allergens.
Use machine-washable area rugs to warm the space and protect heavy-traffic areas.
Paint Kitchen Cabinets
Can’t afford to purchase brand-new kitchen cabinets?
Fake it by using bright paint to take your cabinets from dull to darling.
Install Beadboard
Add dimension and charm to bathroom walls with beadboard.
See how to create a magazine-worthy mantel with these tips.
Add Decorative Shutters
Make your home look good inside and out with decorative indoor shutters.
Traditional wood shutters and plantation shutters add rustic appeal.
Some even help insulate your cozy spaces.
Hang the window box at a height you might reach easily to care for the plants.
Fill it with your favorite blooms.
For a touch of romance, use candlelit lanterns to create soft pools of light along a garden path.
Add delightful details with colorful plants, pillows, furniture, outdoor rugs, and accessories.
