Decorating My Bedroom On a Budget

When moving into an apartment and faced with the task of its decor i was nervous.‎ Every person who walked into my new bedroom fell in love. It has high, ‎curved ceilings in an old Arabian Princess style with arching doorways and patterned ‎tiled floors.

The bedroom was so naturally beautiful on its own, whatever i chose to put in it ‎had to live up to it gorgeous structural standard.‎ On top of that, I didn’t have very much money, so I needed to figure out a way of decorating my bedroom on a budget.

Looking for Ideas:

Whenever I entered a cool shop I snapped pictures on my phone of different blankets, ‎bed spreads, lamps, etc so I could then check them out while in the context of my room. ‎I also took pics of the room with my phone so that I could compare the patterns and ‎colors to prospective purchases while in the stores. ‎

This way I could get a feel for whether things fit without having to commit to buying ‎anything. I like things simple and functional but with intrigue and uniqueness, so ‎keeping an eye out was key. Also, I like to use materials that I already have or can ‎come by easily to recycle them into something pretty and useful. ‎

Then came decision making time…‎

The Bedroom:

The heaters and doors are dark blue and the floor titles have a mainly dark blue pattern, ‎so I tried to look for little highlights in dark blue to keep things united.  I found a little ‎lamp at a home goods store for a great price.

I used the leftovers from our living room drapes to make my curtains which turned out to ‎be a perfect fit.

I wanted my big bed to match the eclectic grandeur of the room so I found a cool pattern ‎that included dark blue in it. ‎
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A flower pot from the home goods store became my trash bin and was a much cheaper ‎option than many of the actual trash bins!‎

The Bathroom:‎

There is a cool store that specializes in soaps and candles and I remember seeing their ‎sinks filled with colorful rocks. I thought this was a cool touch so I went for a walk and ‎picked up rocks along the way. They add a really nice zen touch to my sink. I also ‎picked up two cool sea shells and placed them on the top of the toilet.‎

To help with the color coordination, I also try to buy yellow colored toilet paper to match ‎the toilet seat. I find it’s the little things that count.‎

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In the future:‎

My next project is to get some artwork up on the walls. Also it is so healthy to express ‎yourself. Why spend money on a picture when the act of making the picture is often the ‎best part? Even if your skill isn’t top notch, I’ve found that with a serious-looking picture ‎frame, anything seems professional.‎

I do love supporting artists but I think I’d be broke if I went to buy the art I really like.‎
Luckily, nature is the most detailed and intriguing art around… and for the most part it is ‎free! In this vain, I dried some flowers a friend bought me and am hoping to turn them ‎into some kind of picture or collage.‎

7 Easy Ways to Decorate on a Budget

Stylish decorating doesn’t have to break the bank. Here are some chic tips for decorating on a budget.

1.  Poster Art:

Beautiful framed art is great for adding color and style to a room. That’s why I love the idea of “poster art”- one of the cheapest but most elegant room decorating ideas. There are numerous sites (such as http://www.postercheckout.com) where you can browse through stunning posters with a huge variety of themes and designs. Pick up a classy, inexpensive frame at an art supplies store or a discount department store and voila! You have a masterpiece.

2.  Lamps:

Lamps are some of the most functional items in interior design. By arranging the lighting in a room you can choose what stands out and what gets hidden. Lighting can be positioned to highlight artwork, plants or any other object you want to accent. You can also place lamps behind your furniture to create an upward glow.

Lamps come in all sorts of shapes and designs and take up very little space. Unusual shapes, like ovals and squares give your room a modern edge, whereas bell-shaped lampshades are standard but classic. Colorful shades and bulbs are used to create a mood. Lighter shades allow more light through and darker shades reflect light downward. You can even create or remodel your own lampshades with ribbon, fabrics and other household items!

3. Vases:

Another fun and inexpensive way to revamp your room is by accessorizing it with beautiful vases. Vases have many different functions. They can spice up an ordinary room by adding color and texture. They can also serve to distract the eye from worn or out-dated pieces of furniture. Vases are also a great focal point in a room, especially if they are large or made of crystal.

Don’t think vases are only for plants or flowers! You can fill them with a variety of objects such as coral, colored sand, marbles, tree branches and more. Many vases, like ones made of colored or hand blown glass can be so colorful and unique on their own that you don’t need to add anything else.

4. Rugs:

Area rugs have a transformative effect. They can add a lot of color and texture which influences the whole mood of a room. Area rugs come in loads of different designs and patterns giving you endless opportunities to be creative. Light colored rugs can make a room seem larger and deep, dark colors make the room seem cozy and warm. Rugs come in all shapes and sizes. You can try adding ones with a round or hexagonal shape for major style. Don’t forget about rugs with fluff, fringe and other flair! These rugs might need a little extra vacuuming and careful handling, but its worth it.

5. Paint:

Painting is one of the best ways to redecorate on a budget. It is not only inexpensive, but it makes a dramatic difference in a room and doesn’t require any special skills. Painting the walls in a room make it feel fresh and new again.

And you don’t have to paint your entire room! Painting one wall or a piece of furniture can have a powerful effect. It is also a good opportunity to use bold, daring colors that you might not want to paint your whole room with. And don’t forget about your kitchen cabinets! A new coat of paint can do wonders!

6. Curtains:

Give your windows a makeover with a new set of curtains. Curtains can be put up in a way that affects the whole look of your room. If you want to freshen and brighten your room, you can hang curtains wide of the actual window frame by just buying a rod that extends out from each side. This lets you see the whole window when the curtains are open. Curtains can also help make your feel spacious by giving length to your walls. Hanging the rod above the window’s height close to the ceiling makes it appear higher.

You can also paint the rod and brackets the same color as the wall to enhance the illusion.
Generous fabric gives the room a relaxed and gracious feel, especially when they’re closed.

7. Candles

Candles are a budget friendly way to create a fragrant and warm environment and are an excellent finishing touch in a room. They are wonderful for accenting a kitchen, dining room and coffee tables. Candles can also be used to accent furniture, cabinets, countertops, bathrooms, or bedrooms. They can help turn an average or piece of furniture into the room’s focal point.

Candles can be placed in decorative holders blend with and enhance your room’s theme. Try adding flowers or other decorative elements around your candle. For extra glow, you place your candle arrangement in front of a mirror.

Remember that you don’t need tons of money to create an amazing design. Decorating is about expressing your individuality and personal style. A great design can be achieved, even on a right budget.