When decorating dining rooms, one of the biggest problems most of us have is our budget. It’s difficult, if not impossible for most of us to purchase a new dining set whenever we want a…
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DIY Picture Frame Ideas & Crafts
Picture frames are cheap, easy to work with, and we usually have a few hanging around the house. So why don’t we use them for more than just pictures? They are a great base for…
How to Install a Backsplash
One of the fastest ways to update and upgrade a kitchen or bath is to install a backsplash. There are so many options these days, from glass mosaics, to classic subway tiles, to peel and…
Teen Bedroom Decorating Tips, Tricks & Projects
Teens need a space to call their own, to give them room to grow their independence and to find out who they are, what they like, to dream… However, their thoughts on decorating their rooms…
One Day Curb Appeal Ideas & Projects
Whether you plan to sell your home, or you just want it to make a better first impression, there are lots of curb appeal ideas & projects you can complete in just one day. Oh,…
12 DIY Backyard Ideas for Patios, Porches and Decks
When we want to spend time outdoors, its natural that we want to linger on our patios, porches and decks. They are a natural gathering place to enjoy the outdoors with our friends and family,…
DIY Quick Fix Home Repairs
Want to know a quick way to eat up your decorating budget? Paying for home repairs! Nothing will make your “Restoration Hardware” dreams go up in smoke faster than a plumbers bill. So we have…
13 Creative DIY Projects with Old Windows
If you are looking for creative charm in your DIY projects, that’s easy – use old windows! There is something about windows with history that make us feel nostalgic… And let’s face it, they don’t…
18 Gorgeous DIY Bed Frames
Let’s face it, one of the most expensive things within our bedroom decorating is the bed. A cool bed becomes the focal point of the room, so you want to make sure it looks up…
Front Porch & Outdoor 4th of July Decorating Ideas
Apple pie, the 4th of July, fireworks in the sky, and front porches seem to all go together, right? What better way to celebrate Independence Day than with outdoor 4th of July decorating and entertaining….
Dollar Store DIY
Here at TBD, decorating on a budget is what we do, and you can’t ask for more in “budget” ideas than a dollar! We love the idea of dollar store decorating, but we were skeptical….
Easy DIY Chunky Throw Blankets
So have you seen those amazing super chunky throw blankets in all the high end stores? They are full of big texture and modern elegance, and are amazingly cool in any room! It’s a hot trend…
How to Paint Wall Murals for Kids – 10 Easy DIY Projects
One of the first DIY projects I ever tackled was painting a kid’s room mural, and it was the best. Of course, back in the day, I didn’t have Pinterest, and man, I wish I…