Create Thrifty Decor for Your Home

Whether you're a college student, new homeowner, or just looking for some inexpensive decorating tips, this guide is perfect for you. Fabric can be used all over the home and comes in many different colors and patterns. This guide guarantees that you will find a project suited for you no matter what kind of home or budget you are working with.

Fabric "Paintings"

The patterns and designs found on many fabrics can add a new dimension to whatever space you are working with, and making a fabric "painting" out of material is super easy. First, choose the color palette you want to work with. Choose colors that you want to enhance in the room and patterns that compliment any existing designs. Next, scout out your local arts &crafts stores like Michael's or Hobby Lobby, because they usually have beautiful fabric and canvases all in one stop. The canvas can be whatever size you desire, but make sure that the fabric you buy is big enough to fit around the sides of the canvas. Once you have purchased your materials, you'll need a staple gun or a hot glue gun. Cut the fabric so that there isn't too much excess and cover the canvas with your newly found design (be careful when folding at the corners, if you rush the process, the finished product could look homemade). When you hang up your finished project, it'll look cute and it's so inexpensive that you can make new ones whenever you get tired of them!

Recycled Pillows