Decorating

Part medieval, part glam.

And you don't need any floor space for it, either.

It’s a best-seller for a reason!

From cobalt to baby blue.

You'd never guess their prices, either!

We tested over 20 models.

Some art just deserves an entire wall.

I don’t know if I’ve ever left T.J. Maxx with just one thing — I might go looking for something specific, but invariably I’ll discover something else along the way that I didn’t even know I needed. However, there’s one item I’ll never buy anywhere else: cute cat bowls.My senior cat, Phoebe, needs to eat her dry food from elevated bowls that tilt towards her for her digestion.

You’ll get the most bang for your buck — and time — here.

From a bistro set to rainbow-bright bedding.

I can’t believe I didn’t try this sooner!

You won’t believe the gems she found!

Why buy an upholstered headboard when this cozy alternative starts at $20?

Bye-bye, gross bath mats.

It's perfect in small rooms.

They might become your new favorites, too.

And here's how it went.

It’s my best time-saving tip!

It’s a collector’s item!

You won't find this furniture in big-name stores.

They’re the most stylish decor.

This is one of the most ingenious small-space styling hacks I’ve seen in a while!

The cutest coastal accent that would work in any space.

Paint did the heavy lifting in this transformation.

The small-space sleepers you (and your guests) will love.

From subtle to stand out.

Prices start at just $20!

And trust me, it’s way easier than you think!

And it was so easy to build!

Oh, and it swivels.

Sometimes the strangest things are the ones you remember.

And it’s good-looking, too!

I'm in love (and so is my cat!)

Here’s why you might want to downsize your kitchen island.

The living room textile you never knew you needed!

It's 10/10 in my opinion!

Starting at $17.

Now why didn’t I think of that?

We love them, but we don't love what they do to our furniture.

These tables are a no-brainer, especially when it comes to holiday entertaining!

It involves color — and a bit of texture.

It’s bold but works so well with rustic elements, too.

It was once a kitschy faux pas — now they’re totally in vogue.

This list will convince you to go gray (and not regret it!).

As it turns out, blackout curtains do a lot more than block light.

Stock up because these are so good!

You can find them at any thrift store.

The layout ideas alone are genius!

Watch out for these pitfalls!

This is the one item you'll never find in a designer's home.

And they’re under $10 a pop!

Starting at only $20.

All straight out of real homes in our archive.

"Forever furniture" on a budget.

Whether you’re aiming to decorate your home on a budget or shop more sustainably, I always advocate for a trip to your local thrift store. Buying home decor secondhand is often more cost-effective than buying new. It’s also an easy way to add warmth, character, and lived-in patina to your space. That said, not all thrifted items are created equally. The key? “Edit harder than you shop,” says interior designer Justin Q. Williams of Trademark Design Co.

This trend is Olympian-approved!

Castlecore, but make it softer and more livable.

We don’t know who’s going to love them more, you or your little one!

It’s easier than you think to pull off, and it looks great!

Shopping for curtains? Start your search here.