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Make your home sparkle on a shoestring.

Making a home look and feel comfortable and inviting as well as impressive can prove a challenge.

Doing it on a budget can seem impossible.

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But, there are people in this world who are experts at this very enterprise.

They studied it, practiced it, and now do it professionally for their clients.

Achieving a pretty, breezy, and functional home can be done even on a shoestring.

MSOBAIW Furniture Hairpin Legs (Set of 4)

Amazon offers all styles and finishes for furniture legs and feet to suit your style, she says.

2This Shower Curtain Window-Treatment Hack

Custom window treatments are expensive, Daley tells Bustle.

But shower curtains arent.

BTTN Linen Shower Curtain

So use shower curtains as curtains.

Thislinen shower curtainwith fabric tassels is ideal for the hack.

And no one will know the difference, once you put your spin on it.

PH PandaHall Jacquard Ribbon

Choose the curtain rod that fits your sill on Amazon, she says.

There is no sewing involved, either.

Ten yards of wide ribbon plenty to trim several panels is just $12.

SuiGlory Vintage Lace Trim Ribbon

And it adds so much style to simple, inexpensive sheer curtains.

This is the ultimate custom window hack, says Daley.

It creates a permanent bond that will survive washing and dries clear so no one will know its there.

Gorilla Waterproof Fabric Glue, 2.5 oz.

It makes this hack so easy and the results so professional-looking that no one will know you DIYed it.

She calls it the perfect solution for … giving a new look to a bedroom or living room.

The geometric designs of this set are coordinated to look terrific together without getting all matchy/matchy.

Aoomzoon Pillow Covers (Set of 4)

The cotton blend is comfy to rest your head on, too.

Especially rattan and wicker.

Hang thisrattan pendant lightin the living room or over the dining table or kitchen island.

FRIDEKO HOME Rattan Pendant Light

Daley says this throw in of fixture makes a huge impact in a room with high ceilings.

Use two as a set to make an even bigger impact.

This comes with all the hanging hardware and the cord length is adjustable.

Kingfun Linen Fabric Accent Chair

Add anaccent chairin a bedroom for reading for under $170.00.

There are three colors to choose from.

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Ancheng Wing Chair Slipcovers (2 Pieces)

Daley shares that Area rugs … ground your seating area.

Thishandcrafted jute rugis an easy and inexpensive way to try this solution and the natural fibers warm a space.

Make it brighter and more inviting by swapping out those dims, says Huber.

Signature Loom Handcrafted Jute Rug (3-ft Round)

These save energy, too, so they can save you money in the long run.

You dont have to do any wiring to accomplish this.

Thesebattery-operated wall sconcesare just the ticket.

Vont Smart Light Bulbs (2-Pack)

And its a relatively cheap yet highly impactful update.

Live a little, she says.

Add some color to those outdated rooms!

Yuewilai Battery Operated Wall Sconce

The semi-gloss is spot-on for walls and there are so many colors to choose from.

These can be expensive in stores but matching the covers to the inserts on Amazon is fun and affordable.

These big, cushy microfiberthrow pillow insertsare a great place to start.

PRESTIGE Interior Paint and Primer In One, Key Largo

Adding some texture to a room can go a long way.

Open shelving is also an amazing way to show off some of your favorite decor items.

It looks more organized and pretty with matching sets, advises Huber.

MENGT Throw Pillow Inserts 18”x18" (Set of 4)

Give yourself that hotel look with matching shampoo/conditioner/ body wash bottles, says Huber.

Theseshower dispensersmount right to the shower wall with the included adhesive wall hooks and are clearly labeled for ease.

Reviewers who are Airbnb hosts also mentioned liking these for their rental spots.

Malinad Throw Blanket

Candles and home scents are a great way to elevate a space.

There are 26 scents and 13 types of dried flowers to choose from.

These are so easy to maintain, too.

Greenco Hexagon Floating Shelves (3-Piece Set)

This Glasshousescented candleis perfect.

There are 10 scents and each candle burns for 20 hours.

23Making A Statement With Fun Plant Pots

Lee is a fan of a great statement piece.

MaisoNovo Dish Soap Dispenser

She instructs, Add something bold and fun.

If it adds a little green even better!

And, the pots are fully functional made from breathable clay with drainage holes.

Cisily Kitchen Sink Caddy

And textured knitted pillows are one of my go-to options.

Thisknitted pillowcasebrings a soft, geometric knit pattern to your living room or bedroom.

Experiment with different textures and patterns to add visual interest and dimension.

MaisoNovo Shower Dispensers (Set of 3)

Try tossing thisknot pillowinto the mix.

It has an unusual, almost spherical, shape and a lush, thick chenille texture.

It comes in beautiful bright colors as well as soft white and cream.

Villa Acacia Wood Cutting & Serving Board

Start with thisgallery wall setwith seven frames in a variety of sizes.

Just choose a color you like.

This doesn’t mean you have to get rid of everything (although a good edit always helps!

COCODOR Preserved Flower Reed Diffuser

), she asserts.

But rather, think about how you’re storing what you do want to keep.

It has a metal label holder so you know whats in each box.

Glasshouse Fragrances Kyoto in Bloom Candle

The colourful plastic can make a space feel crowded and chaotic.

She suggests big floor baskets as a simple, chic solution to this problem.

They conceal all that chaos and make it easy to clean up the room.

Dheureka Terracotta Plant Pots (Set of 3)

Use them all or keep a few folded and stashed for future decluttering projects.

They come in colors that will contrast or match whatever cube organizer you have.

Mirrors have the ability to make a room appear more spacious and luminous, he says.

ANDUUNI Knitted Pillow Case

They also contribute depth and dimension to an area.

Living plants also help clean the air and have been shown toimprove mood and reduce stress.

This 16-inch tall, livemoney treein a ceramic planter pot is ready to sit near a window and enjoy.

Victusphia Round Knot Throw Pillow

They require no soil, getting all their nutrients and water from the air.

Just soak them in water occasionally and they will thrive wherever you put them.

This pack of five a mix of different varieties is a great way to start.

Americanflat Oak Gallery Wall Set (7 Pieces)

Or set them on a table or shelf and use them to frame your air plants.

The gold finish contrasts beautifully with the muted green of the plants.

Just arrange them artfully and you have a low-maintenance greenery display you’re able to enjoy for years.

Bigso John Hanging File Box

38Enhancing Ambiance With Cozy Candlelight

The lighting in a room significantly impacts its atmosphere, says Kropovinsky.

Relying on overhead lights can create a harsh environment.

Pools of warm as opposed to bright white light can help make a room feel homey.

gb Home Collection Decorative Storage Box

Use candles or fairy lights to generate a cozy ambiance, he directs.

They also serve as a way to incorporate color and patterns.

This fluffyshag rug, for example, warms the room physically and visually.

Posprica Woven Storage Baskets (Set of 4)

It comes in nine colors and six sizes so you’re free to fit it into your space.

CHAT BLANC Cotton Rope Baskets (3-Pack)

Furinno Cube Storage Organizer

Greenco Foldable Storage Cubes (6-Pack)

Stonebriar Sunburst Wall Mirror

Costa Farms Money Tree

Air Plant Shop Classic Air Plants (Set of 5)

Mkono Air Plant Holders (Set of 5)

Melt Candle Pillar Candles (Set of 3)

12APM Starry USB String Lights

Signature Loom Shaggy Area Rug 3x5