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Inexpensive Ways to Modernize Your Home

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Here are some things that we saw really updated the house drastically, with little work and little budget: Give it a Fresh Paint Job. It’s absolutely astounding what fresh paint will do to a room. Make sure to paint the house a color from this decade, and hopefully something that will tie the color scheme in.

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6 Upcycling Projects Kids Can Help With

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Upcycling projects can be just as fun as other crafts, and they use things you may otherwise throw away. Some of the cutting involved may be more appropriate for adults (especially if you choose to use a craft knife), but kids can help out by stringing and decorating their guitar. Beads Out of Old Magazines via No Going Back Now.

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5 Budget Friendly Ways to Bring More Life to Your Apartment

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While we understand that many property owners do not allow tenants to paint with the latest trending colors, it is still possible to add some spice and texture to your home. If you are budgeting for furniture and appliances, your may have more creativity than cash. You may be able to find pillows for a fraction of the original price.

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Christmas Gifts on a Budget: Up-cycling is the Answer

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Think outside the gift giving box this season; look at old unused items that may have parts that can be reused for other interesting and unique gifts. Cover thrift store finds such as boxes and crates with dish shards for an awesome magazine rack. Leave no stone unturned and do not assume anything is trash.

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Not So Free – Free Things

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I found a brand new magazine rack for 50 cents, a 2 foot diameter artfully crafted wreath for $10 and a FREE WHEELBARROW. But for small businesses that trade may be unacceptable. “. We have stumbled through this one several times. The wheelbarrow. Last summer, a lady on the street next to ours had a wonderful sale.

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