Comments on: Guest Post: Decorating on a Dime http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html Helping You Be a Better Home Economist Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:09:32 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.2 By: Elaina http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270581 Elaina Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:03:36 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270581 Beautiful house..... your creativity is clearly shown in it's decoration. Beautiful house….. your creativity is clearly shown in it’s decoration.

]]> By: Pam http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270580 Pam Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:12:04 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270580 You did a very good job. I worked at an architectural/design firm for 18 years and you did an excellent job. Maybe you should consider doing this on the side. You did a very good job. I worked at an architectural/design firm for 18 years and you did an excellent job. Maybe you should consider doing this on the side.

]]> By: jeremiah's mami http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270579 jeremiah's mami Wed, 15 Oct 2008 18:30:17 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270579 While on the topic of home decorating, I am writing to ask a question/request some feedback. God has blessed my husband and I with our first home. We will be moving within the next couple of weeks. There are a couple of items we need to buy and we are looking for quality items at great prices. We need: a coffee pot (so we stop spending money at DD and SBucks), a vacuum for hardwood and carpeting (a good one, since the little one is in to picking everything up and eating it), set of knives, washer/dryer, and a set of pots and pans. I have purchased these items in the past, before I was married; however I bought what was the cheapest. Now we are paying for it, as we have to rebuy the items, since they did not last. So I don't necessarily want the cheapest version of the items. I know that there are a lot of readers who are frugal and could probably guide me to some good buys, as well as "what not to buy"s. Any feedback would be appreciated. While on the topic of home decorating, I am writing to ask a question/request some feedback. God has blessed my husband and I with our first home. We will be moving within the next couple of weeks. There are a couple of items we need to buy and we are looking for quality items at great prices. We need: a coffee pot (so we stop spending money at DD and SBucks), a vacuum for hardwood and carpeting (a good one, since the little one is in to picking everything up and eating it), set of knives, washer/dryer, and a set of pots and pans. I have purchased these items in the past, before I was married; however I bought what was the cheapest. Now we are paying for it, as we have to rebuy the items, since they did not last. So I don’t necessarily want the cheapest version of the items. I know that there are a lot of readers who are frugal and could probably guide me to some good buys, as well as “what not to buy”s. Any feedback would be appreciated.

]]> By: Jenni http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270578 Jenni Wed, 15 Oct 2008 17:09:05 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270578 I like your fifth point about being minimalist. I read somewhere that 80% of the effect of a home being "comforting" is related to its cleanliness and organization, not its decor. I've seen that in my own experiences, both personal as well as in others homes. It would be nice to have a perfectly decorated home, but I just don't have the time or talent to figure that out! :) I like your fifth point about being minimalist. I read somewhere that 80% of the effect of a home being “comforting” is related to its cleanliness and organization, not its decor. I’ve seen that in my own experiences, both personal as well as in others homes. It would be nice to have a perfectly decorated home, but I just don’t have the time or talent to figure that out! :)

]]> By: Carol http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270577 Carol Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:55:30 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270577 Terrific post! I especially like what you said about painting odd things a coordinating color. I have often thought about doing that with our mismatched wood pieces. Now you've given me some motivation. Thanks! Terrific post! I especially like what you said about painting odd things a coordinating color. I have often thought about doing that with our mismatched wood pieces. Now you’ve given me some motivation. Thanks!

]]> By: Molly http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270576 Molly Wed, 15 Oct 2008 14:18:35 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270576 Great ideas! We just bought a different house and I'm trying to think of how I can make that house a home with what I already have, but not make it feel like the exact same place. I really like these ideas. Great ideas! We just bought a different house and I’m trying to think of how I can make that house a home with what I already have, but not make it feel like the exact same place.

I really like these ideas.

]]> By: deb burton http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270575 deb burton Wed, 15 Oct 2008 14:14:16 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270575 I really hate shopping, but I've taken on the challenge of being more frugal during these hard times. You know what, the challenge has turned into something of a game for me. How can I best this deal? I'm learning a ton of stuff just from frequenting blogs like this one (I'm new here, BTW. Spent part of last night perusing your archives). My problem is that I live in a very rural area where the nearest brand name stores (short of WalMart) are 45 minutes away or longer. Gas prices being what they (usually) are, I've had to get more creative about shopping and learn to postpone what I want until I can make a trip out of town really worth while. I really hate shopping, but I’ve taken on the challenge of being more frugal during these hard times. You know what, the challenge has turned into something of a game for me. How can I best this deal? I’m learning a ton of stuff just from frequenting blogs like this one (I’m new here, BTW. Spent part of last night perusing your archives).

My problem is that I live in a very rural area where the nearest brand name stores (short of WalMart) are 45 minutes away or longer. Gas prices being what they (usually) are, I’ve had to get more creative about shopping and learn to postpone what I want until I can make a trip out of town really worth while.

]]> By: Tracy http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270574 Tracy Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:59:10 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270574 Delurking to add to this great post a thought. I've been pretty frustrated with the pillows on the back of my couches b/c they were looking so limp and frumpy due to children smushing them and playing with them. I had thought about buying new pillows or throw pillows and had been pricing some out. But today I went to the store and about a big bag of stuffing for $1.47, unzipped the cover off of the pillows and with my super minimal sewing skills I was able to open up some of the stitches, add stuffing, and sew the big pillow back up. And it looks good as new for only $1.47 and a little bit of courage! Delurking to add to this great post a thought.

I’ve been pretty frustrated with the pillows on the back of my couches b/c they were looking so limp and frumpy due to children smushing them and playing with them. I had thought about buying new pillows or throw pillows and had been pricing some out. But today I went to the store and about a big bag of stuffing for $1.47, unzipped the cover off of the pillows and with my super minimal sewing skills I was able to open up some of the stitches, add stuffing, and sew the big pillow back up. And it looks good as new for only $1.47 and a little bit of courage!

]]> By: Lee Scott http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270573 Lee Scott Wed, 15 Oct 2008 12:14:30 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270573 I love frugal decorating! I re did my entire living room on a budget of $60. I got a new lamp, new rug, 2 new throw pillows, and re-upholstered an old chair (including new cushions!) I love my hancock fabrics clearance section! I love frugal decorating! I re did my entire living room on a budget of $60. I got a new lamp, new rug, 2 new throw pillows, and re-upholstered an old chair (including new cushions!)
I love my hancock fabrics clearance section!

]]> By: mom_of2boys http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270572 mom_of2boys Wed, 15 Oct 2008 12:11:58 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270572 Great post! I've been minimizing my decorating. I enjoy the simple things when it comes to decorating. For making toss pillows, you can use an old sweater too. Just cut it off under the arm pits and you will just need to sew the top and bottom together. Great post! I’ve been minimizing my decorating. I enjoy the simple things when it comes to decorating. For making toss pillows, you can use an old sweater too. Just cut it off under the arm pits and you will just need to sew the top and bottom together.

]]> By: Tsh from Simple Mom http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270571 Tsh from Simple Mom Wed, 15 Oct 2008 11:58:45 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270571 Excellent ideas! I also love making my own throw pillows from cloth napkins. They're almost always the exact size. I saw that idea on How About Orange, and I thought that was great. Love your take on using a shower curtain! Excellent ideas! I also love making my own throw pillows from cloth napkins. They’re almost always the exact size.

I saw that idea on How About Orange, and I thought that was great. Love your take on using a shower curtain!

]]> By: Dear Daddy Blog http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270570 Dear Daddy Blog Wed, 15 Oct 2008 11:42:54 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270570 Great tips! Great tips!

]]> By: Cathy http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270569 Cathy Wed, 15 Oct 2008 10:45:03 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270569 I read Nichole's blog on a daily basis and this was one of my favorite posts. Thanks for all the smart and inexpensive decorating ideas! I read Nichole’s blog on a daily basis and this was one of my favorite posts. Thanks for all the smart and inexpensive decorating ideas!

]]> By: Laurenlulu http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270568 Laurenlulu Wed, 15 Oct 2008 10:35:19 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270568 This is great advice. I put off decorating my house forever because well, I could always spend the money on something else. Lately though, I've been finding inexpensive ways to spruce up my house, and it makes a big difference in how I feel about it. Here are some tips I can add Walmart usually has a huge clearance fabric rack with tons of home decor fabrics for $3 or less per yard. Thrift Stores and Yard Sales are great places to pick up decorations if you are willing to be selective and take your time. And usually at yard sales they are desperate to get rid of them, so you can find a good price. This is great advice. I put off decorating my house forever because well, I could always spend the money on something else. Lately though, I’ve been finding inexpensive ways to spruce up my house, and it makes a big difference in how I feel about it. Here are some tips I can add

Walmart usually has a huge clearance fabric rack with tons of home decor fabrics for $3 or less per yard.

Thrift Stores and Yard Sales are great places to pick up decorations if you are willing to be selective and take your time. And usually at yard sales they are desperate to get rid of them, so you can find a good price.

]]> By: Houmag http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270567 Houmag Wed, 15 Oct 2008 08:34:43 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270567 I have bought place mats on sale -- some really pretty ones. These can be opened at the side and stuffed. If desired additional ribbons or trimmings can be added although some aleady come with ruffles. Easy and cheap. I have bought place mats on sale — some really pretty ones. These can be opened at the side and stuffed. If desired additional ribbons or trimmings can be added although some aleady come with ruffles. Easy and cheap.

]]> By: Trixie http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270566 Trixie Wed, 15 Oct 2008 08:25:06 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270566 Hi Nicole! Thank you for sharing all these great ideas. I've gotten some great bargains in the reject paint areas too! I really like the throw pillows you made. What a creative way to use a shower curtain. Take Care, Trixie http://farmhomelife.blogspot.com/ Hi Nicole!

Thank you for sharing all these great ideas. I’ve gotten some great bargains in the reject paint areas too!

I really like the throw pillows you made. What a creative way to use a shower curtain.

Take Care,

Trixie
http://farmhomelife.blogspot.com/

]]> By: kim http://moneysavingmom.com/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html/comment-page-1#comment-270565 kim Wed, 15 Oct 2008 08:08:03 +0000 http://moneysavingmom.net/2008/10/guest-post-deco.html#comment-270565 great tips!! thank you!!! great tips!! thank you!!!

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