My Home; 6 cheap chic secrets...SHHHHHH!

March 07, 2010

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Welcome to our home!

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Soooooo grateful to Wendy of Shabby Nest
for featuring one of my guest rooms
on her beautiful blog and
makin' me feel so FANCY--
ooh la la, today I'm SHARING SECRETS
for how I managed to save a bundle on decor...

$$$$hhhhhh. It'll be our little secret.


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all images mine

1.
Dollar-wise Dining.

Hallway table (48"): $69 and ugly until I painted it Benjamin Moore White Dove
Sisal rug: $20 at Target on sale, and I painted the formerly green border white.
Parsons chairs: $8 each at a tag sale.
Art: FREE. I create these panels and sell them.


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2.
Cost-less Kitchen.

Bar stools: $14 Pottery Barn knock-offs from Shopko.
Chandelier: $10. Yes! Ten bucks at Lowe's.


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Vintage table on casters: rescued from trash, $25 for wheels eBay.
Breakfast table: $99 new and u.g.l.y. in cherry wood before I painted it.


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3.
Let There Be Light-Spending.

Chandelier: $400 via eBay. It's HUGE and dripping with femininity.
(ugh. some bulbs to change.)


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4.
Boudoir Bargaintastic.

Chaise: $200
Lamps: $30 a pop
Bench: $99


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Farmhouse chair: $3 at tag sale, covered in $5 of Dupioni silk

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vintage hamper: FREE for helping a friend with gardening/garage clean up.


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5.
Beer Budget Bath.

all plumbing fixtures: under $50 each via eBay.
Jacuzzi Soaking tub: $500 via eBay.
vintage Dutch cafe chair: $11 on sale at flea market.


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6.
Laundry Room of the Loot-Left-Over.

Resin shelf with dentil moulding: $5 display at Menard's.


Thanks for joining me and celebrating my frugal finds.

Peace to you right where you are.

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63 comments

  1. AnneMarch 30, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    Wonderful photos! I love seeing quirky and beautiful images like these. Am going to follow your blog so i can enjoy more of them.

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  2. RobynApril 8, 2011 at 12:19 AM

    Just found your blog via Shabby Nest. How could I have missed it in the past? It's gorgeous as is your home! Definitely worth aspiring to. Now newest follower and subscriber.

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  3. JulieApril 8, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Beautiful rooms! You've done a great job with all those furniture re-do's & lighting choices!

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  4. Melissa and ScottApril 8, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Beautiful rooms! Thanks for sharing your secrets!

    ~Melissa

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  5. Alison AgnewApril 9, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    fantastic...you have a truly lovely home and a real gift for spotting treasure with which to decorate it...and all my plumbing fixtures come from ebay...there is no better source...thanks so much for sharing at fridays unfolded.

    blessings,

    alison
    stuff and nonsense

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  6. AnonymousApril 9, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    Great job on a great budget!! Love those chandys!

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  7. Miss KittyApril 10, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    BEAUTIFUL!!!! Love your whiteness/brightness look.

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  8. La Vie QuotidienneApril 10, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    Quite lovely. Thank you for sharing all of these great ideas. You are very creative. (-:

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  9. KarieApril 11, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    Oh how beatuiful. You have done an amazing job decorating. Love it all. Thanks for sharing. Karie

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  10. Blessed SerendipityApril 12, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    Your home is so pretty and fresh looking. Love your chandys.

    Danielle

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  11. foreverdecoratingApril 13, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    You are thrifty and your home is stunning in it's white simplicity.

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  12. VictoriaApril 13, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    Your home is gorgeous, I love your kitchen! Popping in from White Wednesday and am now following you:)

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  13. Cheryl ~ ZanyMaydApril 13, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Can't believe that you decorated on a bargain! Love everything, Thanks for sharing....
    Cheryl

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  14. UnknownApril 13, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    found you by way of faded charms' WW! OMG! am i ever glad i did! your home is simply amaaazing! j'adore your frugal chic decor! sigh....

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  15. Rose Garden RomanticApril 14, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Wow! Gorgeous, gorgeous home!!! Love all the white! The bed is so pretty and that huge chandelier is amazing!!!
    Michelle

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  16. AmandaApril 14, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    My goodness, your house is beautiful, you've done some amazing transformations!

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  17. DianeApril 15, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    Oh wow...I love your home! You are a clever lady with your great deals and beautiful decor. Adore all the white. Diane

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  18. Mary @ Framed and TaggedApril 15, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    I love.love.love. your home....some great bargains too!!!

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  19. stefanieApril 15, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    oh, its all sooooo beautiful!!! great job!

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  20. EileenApril 15, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Thanks for the tour. I love the kitchen and the chandy for 10 looks super. Another favorite is that hall table and sisal rug.

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  21. UnknownApril 15, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    What a beautiful home! I love the entry table. And your bedroom furniture set is pretty. Is that white or off white? We're thinking of changing our bedroom furniture and I like your look.
    So many lovely photos. Thanks for sharing, glad I found you.

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  22. ArabellaApril 15, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    awesome job! I'm glad to see that I'm not the only one that shops at eBay for all her plumbing and most of our light fixtures. Have a great weekend and happy Show 'n Tell Friday.

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  23. UnknownApril 15, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    You are frugal queen of beauty! Love your style!

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  24. reFresh reStyleApril 16, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    I love your house and your thrift! Pretty doesn't have to be expensive!!

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  25. Courtney ~ French Country CottageApril 16, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    I absolutely adore your home- it is just gorgeous! Love so many things about it ~ and your frugalistic style is fantastic!! Thanks for sharing at FNF! :)

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  26. Sherry HicksApril 17, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    These photo's are beautiful I am blown away by the ten dollar chandelier at lowes!
    Sherry

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  27. UnknownApril 17, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    Michele, I love your blog! I'm going to be your newest follower. Your kitchen and chandelier (really only $10 at Lowes?) and the dining room - oh my word - just gorgeous! Stop by and visit my blog anytime!

    Michelle
    www.newengland-style.com

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  28. UnknownApril 17, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    You have a beautiful and inspiring home. Just goes to show that there are great deals to be had. I am your newest follower and I am off to see more of your blog.

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  29. Miss CharmingApril 17, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Beautiful home! I absolutely LOVE the chandeliers!

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  30. KateApril 18, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Oh wow... I think we are going to be fast friends! LOVE your home and that everything was found for a bargain, you're my kinda girl! :)

    I'm featuring this post on my Flaunt it Friday features, please stop by and grab an "I was featured" button if you'd like. Thanks for linking up!

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  31. ℳartina @ Northern NestingApril 18, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    LOVE your home!! Absolutely stunning! Just became your newest follower would love it if you followed back! Martina

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  32. Noble VintageApril 19, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    GORGEOUS!!!! I have always dreamed of owning a home with a staircase that comes into the kitchen!♥ Love all the white- I am dying to paint my kitchen! thanks so much for sharing this and your other fab projects at Transformations and Treasures!

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  33. The Reading GirlApril 19, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    YOU ARE AMAZING! Congrats on your unbelievable saving skills and a truly beautiful home :o)

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  34. AnonymousApril 19, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    Want to trade houses? LOL You have done a beautiful job with your home. I like how you've found treasures that are affordable. It's very inspiring to see what you can do on a budget. Love the mirror and hydrangeas in the Loo!

    Have a great day!
    ~Michelle

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  35. Tammy@Beatrice BanksApril 19, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    Your home is gorgeous! Thanks for the tour! Wowsa!

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  36. MarianneApril 19, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Such a beautiful home you have. I just love all of the white. And you of those great bargains, I just love those chandeliers.
    Marianne :)

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  37. Megan GunyanApril 19, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    Such a gorgeous home! Wonderful finds...so jealous! :) In a good way...!

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  38. crazy for chocolateApril 21, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Your home is beautiful!!! But, with 13 grandchildren, this mawmaw is terified of white! lol

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  39. Wendy April 21, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    Holy Moly girl!! I'm in LOVE and amazed and all that good stuff. Wish I could feature you again this week...my own rule that I can't feature the same blog more than once every couple of months. Spread the love, you know?

    But your home is stunning and I'm soooo impressed by your frugal decorating. That's what it's all about, my friend.

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  40. micheleApril 22, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    no need to be terrified of white, mawmaw. i grew up with white and have two active sons. if it gets dirty, you notice so you clean it right up as opposed to nasty stains hiding in prints and darker colors for YEARS.

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  41. SharlotteApril 23, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Oh, I love this! So fresh and clean feeling! You've found great finds!
    Sharlotte

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  42. Becca BertottiApril 26, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    Gorgeous home !! Found you through My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia. Your chandeliers are amazing ... love your home. I'm also a big fan of BM White Dove !! *Becca* (a new follower)

    www.adventuresindecorating1.blogspot.com

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  43. Angie @ Thrifty Like MeApril 26, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    Your house is so beautiful! Love everything you've done! I'm following you from My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia.

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  44. UnknownApril 26, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    OK.. You Rock.. love the way everything turned out don't you just love when you find things cheap or free... your blog is lovely can't wait to see more.Your newest follower.

    Pattie
    The Shabby Chick

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  45. Heaven's WalkApril 26, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    Hi Michele! How did I ever miss your beautiful blog and your totally amazing home??? I just found you through Kristin at Uncommon Slice of Suburbia --- and I'm so glad I did! :) Your home leaves me speechless, and I love your thrifty decor ideas! I'm now your newest follower! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  46. SLRApril 26, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    how did i miss this?! your home is crazy beautiful!
    how did the tub get delivered from ebay?
    $10 chandelier...what?! BEST. BARGAIN. EVER.

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  47. Alison @ The PolohouseApril 26, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    Great finds and thanks for sharing your resources!
    I think I need to find a JCP outlet here soon!!!
    Love your barstools and the white chaise and scroll-y lamp... so pretty!
    Your chandelier is gorgeous!!!
    Love the whites...could so live in your house. Just need to subtract my muddy dogs, and kids and probably my messy hubby! LOL
    xx
    Alison

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  48. Pinky at Designs by PinkyApril 26, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    BEAUTIFUL, beautiful home!!!!!!!!!! I can't believe some of your bARGAINS!!! That $10.00 chandy is awesome!!!!!!!! Thanks so much for sharing all this! XO, Pinky Would love for you to stop by my blog sometime:)

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  49. The Whimsical WifeApril 26, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Oh my what a gorgeous house you have! You have definately given me some inspiration for my home!

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  50. Kimberlea@SaVvyDeCorMay 2, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    Your home is absolutely stunning! You did an amazing job decorating. Thanks for sharing your secrets!

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  51. claireMay 23, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    Where did you get the mirror Above the bathtub and entry way?

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  52. mariondee-designsMay 23, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    What a beautiful home you have! Your kitchen is 2die4!! take care, Maryann

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  53. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️June 11, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    Thanks for following me! I like how you were able to save money decorating and still have the look you were going for.

    I love your chandeliers and your light and bright beautiful home. I would also love to know where your found the mirrors in the entry hall and the bath. Thanks!

    Dee
    Your new follower

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  54. Pudel-designJune 12, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    I LOVE your home, so pretty and bright,
    that kitchen is stunning!
    This great chandelier;)
    I am really in love;)

    http://pudel-design.blogspot.com/

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  55. SHERRY HARTJuly 1, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    So pretty....soft and romantic. I am such a white person also...every room in my house is painted BM white dove! AND...my floors also. I love how you repurposed, but spent where it counts...the chandelier in the DR! Great job.

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  56. CindyJuly 24, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Holy crap, i never saw this part of your blog... this is amazing, wonderful, awesome, gorgeous... and i LOVE the prices and the titles!

    Cindy

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  57. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJuly 26, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Michelle, your home is lovely and what bargains!!

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  58. house for sale PhilippinesAugust 2, 2011 at 12:27 AM

    It such a wonderful photos. I was really amazed with entire area specially the chandelier and the bedroom. White color was really stunning. You did a great job. Big thanks and keep posting.

    Charles A

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  59. AnonymousSeptember 23, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    You have done an AMAZING job! Certainly looks like you spent alot more than you did. Where did you find your bed? I'm looking for something similar. Thanks, Maureen mb99999@yahoo.com

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  60. Janel from NellieBellieSeptember 24, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Beautiful! And your photos are amazing!

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  61. Cindy AdkinsSeptember 27, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    Gorgeous rooms! Light, fresh, clean - it's all beautiful. Delighted to have found your lovely blog! Cindy

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  62. Courtney ~ French Country CottageSeptember 28, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    Gorgeous~ loving your rooms on budgets!! Everything is so beautiful~ love your style!Thanks for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! :)

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  63. AngieAugust 6, 2012 at 10:46 PM

    I love all the white!! And your thrifty finds are amazing~job well done!

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