Knowing what you want in a rental apartment is pretty easy: space, location, storage, beautiful floors, light, etc. Finding all of those things within your budget can be a bit more difficult. But before you even start contemplating your rental possibilities, you should probably know what your budget is, and fortunately, this step isn't all that difficult.

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Sometimes, plain linen panels won't do. Sometimes, your windows need a bit of glamour — some lace, a few delicate circles fluttering at the top, a ruffle or two. In those cases, one of these ethereal, DIY options may be the perfect choice. More

Have you ever run across a chair at a thrift store, maybe a lovely old bentwood one, that had a lot of life in it — except for the busted out seat? Maybe you sighed and passed it over, thinking about the difficulty and expense of re-caning. If you've ever experienced this particular frustration, here's a beautiful, colorful, and very wallet-friendly solution. 

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Recent college graduates, Clayton & Chaz, were tight on money, but large on outdoor space. By using 95% recycled materials and a lot of sweat equity, they were able to transform their backyard from ho-hum, to shabby chic — with a budget of only $210! More

Maybe your dining room could use a little extra pizzazz. But you don't want to buy new furniture. We've got some ideas to liven things up, and all you need is a little paint and a little bit of time. 

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You might not think it, but there's  a lot of controversy in home decor. Animal hides. Naked pictures in the bedroom. Organizing books by color. They all have their proponents and detractors, but the one topic that gets people truly riled up is the pink tile. 

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The ubiquitous, utilitarian clipboard. Often spotted in classrooms, board rooms and waiting rooms, its classic but sturdy chipboard and metal clap composition naturally lends itself to well, holding things. More

I love a big ol' comforter on the bed — perfect for snuggling under on cold night and super easy for fluffing up and making the bed in the morning. You only need to buy a comforter once and then change out the duvet cover at will. To get you started, here are five affordable comforter options.

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On one of my frequent trips to the local dollar store, I was elated to find a huge box of foam core, and my brain immediately started buzzing with possible uses for it. Foam core can be a quick, inexpensive, and lightweight tool around the home whether you're a renter looking for temporary solutions, you're on a budget, or you just want a quick and easy craft project. Here are 10 of my favorite ideas for this handy material. 

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Like many of you, I often struggle with finding artwork I like versus artwork I can afford. For example, I love vintage posters. But good, interesting, (not to mention affordable) prints can be hard to find. Until now, that is... More