August 29, 2012

Dollar Tree Decorating

True Confession: I love to find inexpensive ways to decorate my home. I shop thrift shops, Savers, and Dollar type stores. And I really enjoy changing things up, so I don’t like to spend a lot on decorations.

I live in New England and grew up with a mix of farmhouse/primitive/antique decor, so that is the look that I love in my home.

Today, I am going to show you a few accent pieces that I got at the Dollar Tree last night. {please don’t cancel your magazine subscriptions, ladies…I know this is not a grand unveiling of any sort, but if you are short on cash and want to decorate, this is an inexpensive way to cozy up your home.)

I love birds, so this little "Welcome" was perfect for my entry room.

 

I keep this twiggy wreath up year round, and I add seasonal flowers to it. The leaves add a little fall color.
Fake dried florals added a little color on my book shelf. There are several bunches here.
These iron look candle holders and candles worked well for my mantle.
More fake leaves to add color to my jelly cabinet. Sometimes if the dollar store leaves are too bright, or obviously fake, I paint them with brown glaze acrylic paint to give them an older look.

 

There you have it. I did all of that for around $15. This frees up my cash for the things I don’t want to skim on, namely:

Bountiful Spice Yankee Candle

 

How about you? Do you decorate from thrift shops, dollar stores and garage sales? What is the one thing you won’t skimp on? Share in the comments.

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