Let's Decorate: Affordable Neutral Spring Decor

Freshen and lighten up your home for spring with these affordable and neutral spring decor favorites! It's officially Spring, although, it definitely doesn't feel like it here in Maryland.  Lately, it's been cold and rainy and we've even had a bit of snow.  The less than desirable weather may be delaying me from switching to my  vintage Bates bedspread  for spring, but I have swapped out heavy throw blankets for lighter alternatives, repotted, trimmed and propagated a few of my overgrown house plants  and started eying up some affordable spring decor.  ...

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8 Ways to Save on Home Decor

Save money without sacrificing style with these eight home decorating ideas!  With rising prices, it's probably safe to assume that a lot of you are more cautious and aware of your spending habits and looking to cut expenses wherever you can, especially on non-essentials.  Am I right? Personally, I am trying to be more aware of unnecessary and frivolous spending, but that doesn't mean I don't make any new purchases or updates to my home.  As a saver and a home decor lover, I always aim to update and decorate my home in the most budget-friendly way possible.  Today, I'm sharing a few of my favorite ways to save on home decor that will hopefully help you create a home you love without sacrificing style....

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How to Make Vintage-Inspired Oil Paintings

  Learn how to make ordinary art look like vintage-inspired oil paintings in just a few simple steps! Do you love the look of vintage oil paintings?   Does your budget not allow for you to splurge on one-of-a-kind original artwork? I love decorating my walls with  unique vintage decor  and one-of-a-kind art.  It's one of my favorite ways to personalize my house and make it feel more like home.  Unfortunately, original oil paintings and vintage art can be expensive and hard to come by.  The good news is, you can get the look and texture of vintage oil paintings for a fraction of the price....

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