Champagne Taste on a Beer Budget

I always want what I can’t have. Isn’t this the case for many ladies out there?

Especially in the high-end world of  home interiors it’s hard not to fall in love with items that will break the bank. Since my budget these days is not like it use to be I can only dream about filling my house with my latest must-have: Chevron.

Image from Domino :( 

There will be no Madeline Weinrib rugs in my future.

There will also be no amazing  Rubie Green bedding or fabric in my near future.

On my tight budget I probably won’t even be able to sneak in some Linda and Harriett note cards!

Ok just kidding I tend to get a bit dramatic at times. I could afford the cards, but could I get enough to tape them all together and make myself a rug? I think not!

Instead of giving up on all the things I can’t afford at the moment I went in search of getting my cake and eating it too. Here are some cleaver DIY options that will not break the bank and fix your itch for Chevron.

For my little rug situation we can all follow Nick Olsen's advice and find an inexpensive jute or sisal rug. I’ve seen some 8 x 10 versions on Craigslist for $60 and go to town with paint and painters tape.

For inexpensive paint I always search the Oops section at the hardware store. The gray/beige that I have in the Florida room was only $5 for the gallon!

 

Image from Domino :(

To fix my desire for everything Rubie Green I found this amazing DIY on making your own Chevron fabric.

You can go from this:

Image from Flipt Studio 

To this:

 

Image from Flipt Studio

All you need is a little time, some fabric, scissors and a sewing machine.

I’m going to be trying out the Chevron fabric how-to! Don’t worry I’ll be sure to document once I do.

Last, but not least was another amazing how-to that only requires paint, tape, tacks, paper and oh yea a piece of furniture to do the painting on.

Featured in Sunset magazine you can now achieve this look in your home:

Have you seen any good DIY ideas lately? I love to be in the know so please share.

Plus misery loves company. So what items are on your must-have list, but your wallet doesn’t agree?