A Blank Slate
We recently bought and moved into our first home. For the first time ever, we have the freedom to paint and decorate how we want. As fun and exciting as it is to have free reign in creating our dream home, it's a bit overwhelming, too. Sometimes it seems like there isn't enough time (hello, three tiny humans!) or money to create the Pinterest-worthy looks I dream about. To get some home styling tips, I reached out to some of my favorite moms, all who have stylish home decor and a modest budget. I think their tips will help you just as much as they helped me.
Check Out the Local Yard Sales
"Join your local Facebook yard sale and free-cycling group! One mom's trash is another mom's treasure. A good coat of paint can make any give a piece of furniture a new life." — Jill Fowler Dorsey
DIY Projects
"DIY art! There are numerous tutorials on blogs and Pinterest to help you fill your home with great decor. Instead of spending hundreds (or thousands!) on home decor, make your own!" — Anita Jones
Decorate With What You Love
"Fill your home with what you love. Whether it's on trend or not, a home filled with loved items will always be infinitely more stylish and warm than one ripped from a magazine!" — Andrea Folsom
Throw Pillows
"Throw pillows! When you can't afford new furniture, a handful of new pillows can transform a room and make your inexpensive couch look gorgeous!" — Anna Salmeck
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Don't Forget the Thrift Store
"Thrift store finds are a wonderful way to add character to a space. It was the only way we could afford to furnish our first home!" — Julia Fain
Shop at Home
"Shop the other rooms in your house. Sometimes something from your kitchen will look even more fantastic in you living room. I especially employ this tactic when decorating baby nurseries." — Lauren Hartmann
MORE: What Moms Like You Wish They Knew Before Having a Baby
Oversized Plants
"Get a big tall plant. It really fills up a corner or a wall, adds color that matches anything and adds good height. You can usually get something for $30 or less! Plus, it looks like a real person actually lives there!" — Janssen Bradshaw
Check Out the Sale Section
"Keep an eye on clearance. Stores like Target, Marshalls and Home Goods put things on clearance all the time. You can get quality items for a fraction of the cost!" — Bridget Peterson
Rearrange for a Fresh Look
"Move things around. Rearrange furniture frequently. Change the photos that are in frames around your home. You can give a room new life just by arranging the puzzle pieces differently." — Lacy Stroessner
