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Tuesday January 13, 2009 at 9:30 am
Design on a Dime


  With a slouching economy, consumers need to find areas where budgets can be slashed.  Thanks to these tips from Beth Davis of Beth Davis Interiors, you can cut your home decoration budget without losing quality.

FABRICS
Use fabrics draped over a table to get a new or seasonal look.
Cut a piece of yardage and tie it around an existing throw pillow to change the coloring and look.
Edges of fabrics can be embellished with trims or ribbons.

PAINT
Paint a piece of furniture you are tired of, perhaps a hand-me-down.
This can easily be done by yourself to save money, or by a professional to save on time.  You can add a crackle or rubbed finish for an added effect.
Create your own artwork -- get a canvas from the hobby store and paint the background a solid color.  Then add colors as you like using broad brush strokes.
Leftover wall paint can be used in any room in the house!

FRESH CUTTINGS
Don't buy fresh flowers -- just use something already growing in your own yard.  This adds a natural dimension to the room, and can be changed out weekly with minimal cost.
You can compost the cuttings at the end of the week and save money in fertilizer -- plus it's good for the environment!

You can find more tips at Beth's website by clicking here, or by calling (501) 305-3139.

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