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The Instant Home Makeover

Top 5 Additions Under $25 That Transform Any Home

Despite the worsening economy, women’s passion for home décor is undiminished. According to Cotton Incorporated’s 2009 Home Textiles Survey, 79% of female respondents said they liked or loved shopping for home textiles, a figure that has remained steady over the last several years. The survey also reported a predictable scaling back in home-textile purchases—so how do you balance your love for home decorating with a less than ideal budget? By investing in small upgrades that can transform the look of any room for a fraction of the price. Check out these top 5 additions for that “just re-decorated” look, all under $25.

Cotton “Blabla” Animal DollsPainting an entire room is a fairly expensive project. Create your own artwork instead. Frame a decorative piece of fabric, stretched on canvas, for a quick and inexpensive work of art.

PATRICIA Fabric

$7.99/yard
ikea.com
Caftan Floral Printed Rug The rug is one of the most important decorative elements in a room. An accent rug can help create a new theme for a room while pulling together all of the design elements of a room. Need help choosing the right rug? Click here for tips on decorating with area rugs.


Caftan Floral Printed Rug

$18
urbanoutfitters.com
Riverstone Loveseat Cover
Give a new look to your seating without splurging on reupholstering. A premade slipcover can provide the illusion of new furniture and is a great way to restore life to damaged upholstery.


Riverstone Loveseat Cover

$79.99
surefit.net
Martha Stewart Reversible Cotton Panel Pair
Updating window treatments can change the entire mood of a room. Light colors add to the feeling of openness in a room and provide the illusion of a brighter and larger space.


Martha Stewart Reversible Cotton Panel Pair

$14.99
kmart.com
Henley Pillow
Throw pillows are a great way to add color and life to your home décor. Accessorize with a few extra throw pillows for a budget-friendly makeover.


Henley Pillow

$19.95
crateandbarrel.com
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