Budget Friendly DIY & Interior Decorating
I'm so happy to have the photo galleries now added to the new A2D! These galleries are very much improved over the old ones, and once the photos are tagged (I still have quite a bit of work to do on that), then they'll also be searchable by any number of words and room features. As before, these galleries include rooms from incredibly talented interior designers and decorators from across the U.S. (and some from beyond), but this time, I'm … [Read more...]
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If you find yourself in possession of a less than desirable dresser, or a dresser that you don't necessarily need, think about repurposing it! Dressers can be transformed and repurposed in many different ways, and can be used for much more than holding your socks and t-shirts. To help start thinking outside-the-box, I've gathered ideas for twelve different ways you can repurpose your dresser. 1. Turn a dresser into a … [Read more...]
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So I started with one question, posted on the A2D Facebook Page: Out of these fabrics, which one should I use for the draperies in my home office… For some reason, I had this idea in my mind that everyone would have the same opinion as I had. I just knew that there would be a consensus, and I would have confirmation that I had made the right choice. Ha! Not even close! The responses were all over the place, but the … [Read more...]
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I needed something to go on the wall beside John & Alice’s breakfast table. I considered a plate wall, but that seemed a bit too plain. Artwork seemed too predictable. Then I thought of a chalkboard. I know what you’re thinking…a chalkboard is nothing if not predictable! And perhaps a bit boring! Well, hopefully I sidestepped the “boring” part with this one… I had seen this chalkboard design well … [Read more...]
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So let's say you have a dresser, but you really need a desk. Sure, you could sell the dresser and purchase a desk, or you could just whip out your tools and turn the dresser into a desk! Thrifty and Chic can show you how to do just that. See the before pictures and the DIY instructions at Thrifty and Chic. … [Read more...]
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If you find yourself with a flea market desk, and lots of mismatched frames, and you're not quite sure what to do with them, check out this incredible inspiration from Vintage Revivals. Mandi got the desk for $5, and although it was in very rough shape, she whipped it into shape with a bit (or a lot) of elbow grease! Combined with the painted frames and chandelier, it makes a stunning arrangement. See more details and "how to" tips … [Read more...]
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I love how this old Craigslist desk was given new life at Kreative Knack. A coat of paint just makes everything better, and the wallpaper on the drawer fronts really takes this desk up a notch, doesn it? Via Kreative Knack. (Link includes before pics.) Do you have a project or room makeover you'd like to share? Link your project up to the weekly A2D link party (every Friday around 1:00pm). View the complete pictorial index of all … [Read more...]
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Miss Mustard Seed has worked her magic on yet another piece of furniture--this (now) gorgeous desk with a two-tone paint finish and stained top. Simply beautiful! Via Miss Mustard Seed. (With plenty more pics, including before pics.) … [Read more...]
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Since Wednesday, when I found some gorgeous fabric that I’d love to use in my office, I’ve had home offices on my mind. Yesterday, about once every two hours, I would just go stand in the doorway to my office and imagine what it would look like all decorated, completely organized, and beautiful. Oh, I can’t wait for that day!!So last night, I tried to find some home office inspiration online. I had imagined my office … [Read more...]
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Remember my empty frame on my kitchen wall? The one that's been hanging there for almost a year? I knew I wanted it to be a message board, and my immediate thought was to make a chalkboad. But I dragged my feet, and dragged my feet some more, because I just couldn't bring myself to do yet another chalkboard. I've just gotten a bit tired of chalkboards. So, it hung there empty...waiting to be filled. I'm pleased to report that it is now … [Read more...]
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I'm a self-employed interior decorator-turned-blogger, and a DIY fanatic. I hope you enjoy your visit here at A2D! If you have any questions or comments, please don't hesitate to contact me.
A gallery of DIY projects created by Kristi (with the occasional project from one of Kristi's clients or an A2D contributor).
A collection of amazing DIY projects created by other incredibly talented bloggers, from lighting projects to complete room makeovers and everything in between.
The A2D Photo Galleries are filled with beautifully designed rooms from talented interior designers, interior decorators, and home bloggers. You're sure to find inspiration here!
