Dee Eke (@dee.diary) is an expert at making any space feel comfortable, from budget-friendly DIYs to revamping her rental into her dream home.
You do a lot of DIY projects around your home. What are your best tips for keeping DIYs and decor in general budget friendly?
Start with an actual budget! Make a list of what you need in your space and figure out how much you have to spend. Don't feel like you need to eliminate big ticket items because you don't have the money right now. If you’re strategic, you can set Google Alerts to tell you when things go on sale or you can buy them during big discount times around the holidays. For things I can’t afford, I’ll typically look at ways in which I can achieve that look myself instead.
What are a few simple ways you have dressed up empty walls?
I recently made a faux wallpaper using two paint colors. I also really like removable wallpaper, it has an immediate impact and doesn't take much time to put up, plus it’s perfect for making rentals look more “you”. If you’re nervous about making bigger changes, start by decorating with art. You could even try making it yourself!