5 affordable DIY home décor tips to consider in 2024

It doesn’t have to take a lot of time or money to turn your home into a visually intriguing and inviting space you love to enjoy. With a bit of creativity, some fresh inspiration, and a bit of resourcefulness, you can liven up your space and make it truly yours. The process of doing it yourself instead of hiring a professional can help save costs while giving it your own distinct personality.

If you’re looking to refresh your home without breaking the bank in 2024, consider the following ideas to give your space a new level of wow factor.

Mirrors are a great addition to any home, as they reflect light to make a room airier and can make even the smallest room seem bigger. With just a few materials, you can upcycle a mirror that brings distinction to your home without breaking the bank.

Go on the hunt at a thrift shop or flea market for an affordable mirror that will fit your space. When you’ve found the right one, you can use spray paint or even a bit of glue to upgrade the mirror. Gluing cotton rope and beads around a mirror can give it a distinct boho look. Or, if you’re going for something a little more natural, gluing driftwood or sticks to a mirror can give your room a rustic but intriguing look that looks like you paid a much higher price for a designer piece.

Accent walls are a massive trend in the Triangle for 2024. That’s particularly true for walls that bring warmth and depth to a room. Accent walls can bring personality and character to a room, or they can create a focal point that highlights a feature of the room. A simple way to create an accent wall is by using peel-and-stick wall decals.

Peel and stick decals can be a great way to update a room without the need to make major changes. They can create a massive wow-factor without the need to paint. There are simple decals or entire wallpaper-style decals that are fast and easy to apply and can make a huge update on a small budget.

Sometimes a new light can make a big splash in a room and can add a personal touch and bit of ambiance to a room. And it can be as simple as creating your own lighting fixture with a little creative thinking.

You can add simple string lights. Fill mason jars with lights and shells or ribbons and fabric to create a subtle look in any room. Consider looking at a thrift shop or at a store’s discount area to find a basket that can be converted into a new fixture. You can even consider spray painting a rusted fixture to give it new life. With a few simple updates to vintage items, it can go a long way toward adding personality to any room.

A gallery wall in your home can be visually appealing and a great way to add interest to an otherwise stark wall. Yet designing a gallery wall can be an art form on its own. It takes a bit of planning to create an eclectic yet cohesive wall that draws in the eye.

A few ways you can create a gallery wall that centers your room is to think about whether you want a symmetrical or asymmetrical layout and then plan around that design. Consider bringing in a mix of framed prints, photographs, and even objects that feel homey. Consider heading to a thrift shop for affordable frames and prints, and be sure to mix and match frames to ensure your images stand out. Lay them out ahead of time to ensure you are visualizing the composition before you commit to them on the wall. Then, mark the positions and the wall and hang them with the appropriate hardware to give your wall a polished finish.

Texture is incredibly popular in 2024, and one of the ways you can add more interest to any bedroom is to bring in layers throughout the room, starting from the ground up. You don’t have to spend a fortune on an elegant bedroom set, either. You can build your own headboard with reclaimed lumber. And then start layering throughout the rest of the bed.

For example, paint an accent wall or use those wall decals to enhance the space. You may want to include a rug and then add different colors and textures of bedding, pillows, and blankets to create a cozy vibe in the home. You may even want to add shelving with greenery, books, and other décor that creates a homey look for the room and makes it a place to relax at night.

All it takes is a bit of effort and some creativity to add a new level of wow factor to your home. Do you have other examples of DYI décor projects you’d like to share? Comment below to share the work you’ve seen or done that is next-level design-wise.

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