ALL POSTS by LyzL
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DIY: Decoupage Desk
This is the desk before. We took this old hand-me-down desk from drab to fab in a few easy steps. And it only cost us $13 in supplies. Here is what you need: Wrapping paper (we got [.....] [...] Read More
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Decorate Your Home on a Budget
The Look for Less: Green Spring Cleaning
Its about that time to plan your spring cleaning, but this year, do it green. A lot of your favorite cleaning brands offer earth-friendly alternatives to harsher chemicals, which makes it better for you and [.....] [...] Read More
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The Look for Less: Free Inspiration E-zine
What: A beautifully crafted, free e-zine by Erin at Design for Mankind. What we say: Read it. NOW! It is gorgeous. Inspiring. This e-zine is full of gorgeous pictures that will inspire you to add [.....] [...] Read More
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Decorate Your Home on a Budget
Italian Night Dinner Party: Entertaining on a Budget
Going out with friends every weekend is expensive. But having your friends over for dinner can often seem overwhelming, and all those fancy recipes you feel obliged to make to impress your friends can make [.....] [...] Read More
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The Look for Less: Kitschy Kitchen Towels
Kitchen towels can add fun and function. Below we have some of our favorite fun finds for under $10. But if you are looking strictly for function keep these tips in mind… Waffle weaves are best [.....] [...] Read More
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When You Shouldn’t: DIY
In order to save $, we’ll basically do anything. We’ve fixed our heater when it was -10 outside and installed a dishwasher (a project that ended in tears and cursing, but the dishes got [.....] [...] Read More
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How to Makeover Your Bathroom
Sometimes, fixing up a room can be as simple as painting some walls. Painting a basement bathroom a bright color is a good way to turn dreary into refreshing. And the best part? You can [.....] [...] Read More
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Decorate Your Home on a Budget
The Look for Less: Urban Chic for Under $33
Urban Outfitters doesn’t just have great clothes, it also has fabulous, eclectic, and chic items for your home. With a mixture of glamour and urban funk, Urban Outfitters can help you transition from college [.....] [...] Read More
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Sweet, Green Dreams: The Look for Less
If you are still using your hand-me down pillow from college it might be time to buy a new one. Here is a pillow that will help you rest easy on a clean, green conscious. [.....] [...] Read More
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How to Make Lavender Punch
Spring is on the way, and that means its time to start planning wedding and baby showers. One of the best parts about a shower is the punch. But punch doesn’t have to be all [.....] [...] Read More
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Beautiful Art and Custom Framing for Less: The Look for Less
Okay, we’re snobs. When someone talks about a print, we automatically think of Starry Night posters and that lousy Dogs Playing Poker. But, we can’t really afford Andy Warhol originals. So, we’re left with [.....] [...] Read More
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The Look for Less: Invisible Bookshelves
Create space and style with this fabulous invisible bookshelf. It’s a brilliant way for book lovers and book poseurs to display their collections. You can get them three different ways. 1. The self shelf from Firebox [.....] [...] Read More
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Decorate Your Home on a Budget
Entertaining on a Budget: The Chocolate Fountain
Last year, when the chocolate fountain showed up under the tree it seemed like a joke. Who doesn’t want a fountain of cascading chocolate? But we wondered if we’d ever get it out. A year [.....] [...] Read More
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DIY: Winter Weekend Project
If you are getting antsy in your pantsy for spring, when garage sales begin, and you can start on that long to-do list for your home. Don’t wait. Get it going now. If you are [.....] [...] Read More
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Decorate Your Home on a Budget
A Little Love in Your Tummy: Budget Food Tip
Happy Valentines Day from all of us here at the Budget Casa! Whether you are single, just got dumped, happily in love, or sticking it out for the kids, here is a simple valentine’s treat [.....] [...] Read More
