Lydia McIntosh

For most of us, winter brings a bit of the blues. With winter weather hitting its peak, the cold and the indoors quickly become a retreat. Being stuck inside can be a bit of a bore. Create an oasis for yourself this winter with simple home updates! We’ve rounded up ten easy renovations to transform your space from bland to beautiful while staying on a budget. 1. DIY Modern Wall Art—Housemixblog Revamp your room with a do-it-yourself modern art piece. All you need are a few simple materials to transform your wall into a work of art. Read Housemixblog‘s steps for creating your modern wall art here. 2. Wooden Towel or Coat Rack—Being Mrs. McIntosh Hang your hat on something a little

Home decor doesn’t have to break the bank. When decorating your home, The Dollar Tree can quickly become a place to remedy sky-high name brand prices. Creating knock-off name brand decor has never been easier! With an entire craft and garden section, the possibilities are endless. Boho chic wall art is on trend. With the average price of framed wall art ranging from $5-$50, you’ll be happy to discover that you can create your own for only $2! To create your own Dollar Store Faux Print Art, follow the tutorial below. Dollar Store Faux Print Art When most people think of DIY projects, they may be misled to believe that inexpensive materials means it looks cheap. But that myth is quickly busted

Summer is here, which means everyone is heading to the beach! But, if you can’t get to the beach, you can certainly bring the beach to you. Nautical home decor is fun for summertime and can be a decor theme for any location. Making nautical decor can be simple and doesn’t have to break the bank. This DIY only requires a few materials and adds character to any room. To create your own nautical mason jar follow the tutorial below! First, assemble your materials on a clean and clear workspace. You will need: Nautical rope Mason jar with metal handle Hot glue gun Plug in your glue gun and allow it to heat up. After a few minutes, it should be ready

Tiny spaces have become all the rage as minimalistic living continues to trend! Gone are the days where every family envied a large home. With the cost, efficiency and availability of studio apartments, single bedrooms, other small living spaces are becoming a popular alternative for many families. My husband, one-year-old son and I recently moved from our 920 square foot, two bedroom apartment. Plagued by high costs, we decided to ditch the space and trade it in for something more affordable, so we made a move to a 500 square foot, studio apartment! What had seemed like a daunting task has turned into our best decision. With a little intuition and creativity, it is possible to create a beautiful and functional home