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When splurging on new decor isn't in your savings, revamp your bedroom with these inexpensive DIY updates.
Budget Bedroom decorating ideas
Sometimes it feels like the decorating process is never over. You may suddenly find inspiration or feel the urge for a change, but it may not be in the budget. Fortunately, there are incredibly inexpensive do-it-yourself updates you can make. The best part? You can use what you already have in your bedroom!
Faux frame
Is your mirror standing naked against a stark wall? Dress it up by painting a faux frame around it. It adds an artsy, decorative element to the bedroom at a fraction of the cost of buying a frame.
Wall decals
Do you swoon when you see fabulous patterns and colours in home decor magazines, but are wary to be so bold in your own home? Decals are an inexpensive way to give your walls some personality and flair, and may even help ease you into some daring wallpaper.
Faux headboard
Can't find just the right fabric to upholster a headboard? Don't have the funds to buy a fabulous ready-made one? Paint your own! Whether you prefer tufted or nailhead, a solid colour or a pattern won't matter because it'll all cost the same.
Chalkboard wall
Let your inner artiste come out with this grown-up version of drawing on the walls. This chalkboard wall is a slightly different, but fun take on the focal wall. Spray or brush an entire wall in chalkboard paint and enjoy the freedom of designing your own wall decor! Use it as an inspiration board or draw your own art. You can't go wrong because it erases in one wipe.
Dyed cushions
Get funky with your decor with tie-dyed cushions. Not feeling very psychedelic? Don't worry, tie-dying doesn't have to make your bedroom resemble Woodstock, circa 1969. There are various tie-dying techniques that can create colour blocks, stripes and prints.
Re-covered lampshade
Covering your lampshade in a gorgeous fabric is a simple decorating idea that can make any old light fixture a showstopper. It's a great way to use a leftover scrap you have or to treat yourself to a fabulous fabric that you couldn't afford to drape all over your bed and walls.