--- title: "Decorating With Less" url: https://decoratingwithless.com/page/4 description: "Decorating With Less is a home decorating weblog about making a house a home for less: budget decorating, saving money on furnishings and doing it yourself." published: 2015-09-24 updated: 2015-09-24 --- # Decorating With Less Published 2015-09-24 making a house a home for less ## [Becoming a Savvy Curtain Shopper: Choosing the Right Curtains](https://decoratingwithless.com/becoming-a-savvy-curtain-shopper-choosing-the-right-curtains) 24 September 2015 · [Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/category/decorating) When you are shopping for anything, it is good to have some knowledge that will help you make a smart decision. When you bought your home, you probably did some research about the home and neighborhood. With the knowledge you found out about the home, you made the decision that the house was right for you. Though not as big of a decision as buying a home, when you are buying curtains there are things to consider to make the right choice. Here are few tips and questions to help you select the right curtains. [Read the post](https://decoratingwithless.com/becoming-a-savvy-curtain-shopper-choosing-the-right-curtains) Tagged Curtains · [Home Accessories](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/home-accessories) · [Home Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/home-decorating) · [Interior Design Advice](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/interior-design-advice) · Window Treatments ## [How to Arrange Furniture in a Room with a Fireplace](https://decoratingwithless.com/how-to-arrange-furniture-in-a-living-room-with-a-fireplace) 4 September 2015 · [Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/category/decorating) For many people a house is not a home unless it has a fireplace in the living room. Why is this the case? Maybe it is because a fireplace gives a home warmth, both physical and psychological warmth. [Read the post](https://decoratingwithless.com/how-to-arrange-furniture-in-a-living-room-with-a-fireplace) Tagged Arranging Furniture In A Room · Couch · Fireplace · Furniture · Furniture Placement In Living Room · How To Arrange Fa Living Rom With A Fireplace · How To Arrange Furniture · How To Arrange Living Room With Fireplace And Tv ## [How to Create a Family Command Center for Under $20](https://decoratingwithless.com/how-to-create-a-family-command-center-for-under-20) 17 July 2015 · [DIY](https://decoratingwithless.com/category/diy) · [Resources](https://decoratingwithless.com/category/resources) Creating a Family Command Center doesn’t have to be expensive. There are many fancy and pretty command center products that you can purchase from your local office supply store. [Read the post](https://decoratingwithless.com/how-to-create-a-family-command-center-for-under-20) Tagged [Saving Money](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/saving-money) · [Decorating Ideas](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/decorating-ideas) · [DIY Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/diy-decorating) · Family Command Center · Free Resources · [Frugal Decor](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/frugal-decor) · Home Organization ## [Key Elements of a Family Command Center](https://decoratingwithless.com/key-elements-of-a-perfect-family-command-center) 8 July 2015 · [Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/category/decorating) Family life can often be busy. Organizing and keeping track of multiple schedules is a difficult task in our fast paced world we live in. [Read the post](https://decoratingwithless.com/key-elements-of-a-perfect-family-command-center) Tagged [Decorating Ideas](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/decorating-ideas) · Family Command Center · [Home Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/home-decorating) · Home Organization · [Wall Decor](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/wall-decor) ## [My Favorite Paint Colors From Sherwin Williams Colormix 2016](https://decoratingwithless.com/my-favorite-paint-colors-from-sherwin-williams-colormix-2016) 23 June 2015 · [Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/category/decorating) Passionate pursuit, Fresh mindfulness, Vintage workmanship, Social engagement, and Technology inspired Sherwin Williams Colormix 2016. [Read the post](https://decoratingwithless.com/my-favorite-paint-colors-from-sherwin-williams-colormix-2016) Tagged 1192 · Color · Color Forecast · Color Palette · Colormix · Paint · Sherwin Williams ## [Myth: Home Decorating is a Fast Process](https://decoratingwithless.com/myth-home-decorating-is-a-fast-process) 19 June 2015 · [Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/category/decorating) There is an illusion, thanks to home decorating TV shows, Pinterest, and bloggers, that decorating is an easy and fast process. That overnight you can transform your house into a perfectly decorated photo-shoot ready home. [Read the post](https://decoratingwithless.com/myth-home-decorating-is-a-fast-process) Tagged [Decorating Ideas](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/decorating-ideas) · Decorating Process · Decorating Slowly · [Decorating Tips](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/decorating-tips) · [Home Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/home-decorating) · [Interior Design Advice](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/interior-design-advice) · Simplicity ## [How to Make & Use DIY Chalk Paint to Makeover Furniture](https://decoratingwithless.com/how-to-make-use-diy-chalk-paint-to-makeover-furniture) 5 June 2015 · [DIY](https://decoratingwithless.com/category/diy) I finally joined the Chalk Paint party and have my first DIY Chalk Paint Reveal to share with you. I am pretty proud how it turned out. I think you will love it too. [Read the post](https://decoratingwithless.com/how-to-make-use-diy-chalk-paint-to-makeover-furniture) Tagged [Saving Money](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/saving-money) · Chalk Paint · Diy Chalk Paint · [DIY Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/diy-decorating) · Diy Furniture Makeovers · [DIY](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/diy) · [Frugal Decor](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/frugal-decor) · [Home Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/home-decorating) ## [Why I am Late to the Chalk Paint Party](https://decoratingwithless.com/why-i-am-late-to-the-chalk-paint-party) 28 May 2015 · [Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/category/decorating) Everywhere I look people are talking and chatting about redoing furniture using chalk paint. Chalk paints are all over Pinterest and every DIY blogger is showcasing their latest chalk paint transformation… except ME. [Read the post](https://decoratingwithless.com/why-i-am-late-to-the-chalk-paint-party) Tagged Chalk Paint · [Decorating Tips](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/decorating-tips) · [DIY Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/diy-decorating) · [DIY](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/diy) · [Home Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/home-decorating) · [Interior Design Advice](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/interior-design-advice) ## [How To Repurpose a Tin Can Into a Beautiful Wood Strip Vase](https://decoratingwithless.com/how-to-repurpose-a-tin-can-into-a-beautiful-wood-strip-vase) 13 May 2015 · [DIY](https://decoratingwithless.com/category/diy) I am always looking for ways to repurpose things for decorating my home. I do this for two reasons; one because it is fun and two because it’s a great way to save money when decorating your home. [Read the post](https://decoratingwithless.com/how-to-repurpose-a-tin-can-into-a-beautiful-wood-strip-vase) Tagged Common Everyday Items · [DIY Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/diy-decorating) · [DIY](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/diy) · [Frugal Decor](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/frugal-decor) · Repurpose A Tin Can ## [Myth: I Don’t Have What It Takes to Decorate My House](https://decoratingwithless.com/myth-i-dont-have-what-it-takes-to-decorate-my-house) 3 May 2015 · [Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/category/decorating) You have a strong desire to decorate your home. I am sure you have even imagined the outcome and your family and friends’ reactions in your head a few times. [Read the post](https://decoratingwithless.com/myth-i-dont-have-what-it-takes-to-decorate-my-house) Tagged Decorate My Home · [Decorating Tips](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/decorating-tips) · [Home Decor](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/home-decor) · [Home Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/home-decorating) · [Interior Design Advice](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/interior-design-advice) ## [7 Steps to Help You Style Your Home Like A Pro](https://decoratingwithless.com/7-steps-to-help-you-style-your-home-like-a-pro) 21 April 2015 · [Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/category/decorating) Have you ever looked longingly at a home decor magazine and wished you could style your home like a professional interior designer? [Read the post](https://decoratingwithless.com/7-steps-to-help-you-style-your-home-like-a-pro) Tagged [Decorating Ideas](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/decorating-ideas) · [Decorating Tips](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/decorating-tips) · [Home Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/home-decorating) · [Styling Your Home](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/styling-your-home) ## [10 Hacks to Save Money on Paint For Your Home](https://decoratingwithless.com/10-hacks-to-save-money-on-paint-for-your-home) 7 April 2015 · [Saving Money](https://decoratingwithless.com/category/saving-money) Painting a room is one of the most cost effective ways to give any room in your home a new look. If you are on a shoestring decorating budget, the cost of a gallon of paint may still set you back more than your wallet can afford. [Read the post](https://decoratingwithless.com/10-hacks-to-save-money-on-paint-for-your-home) Tagged [Saving Money](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/saving-money) · [Decorating Tips](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/decorating-tips) · [Frugal Decor](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/frugal-decor) · Paint · Saving Money On Paint Running through this page [Home Accessories](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/home-accessories) · [Home Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/home-decorating) · [Interior Design Advice](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/interior-design-advice) · [Saving Money](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/saving-money) · [Decorating Ideas](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/decorating-ideas) · [DIY Decorating](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/diy-decorating) · [Frugal Decor](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/frugal-decor) · [Wall Decor](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/wall-decor) · [Decorating Tips](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/decorating-tips) · [DIY](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/diy) · [Home Decor](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/home-decor) · [Styling Your Home](https://decoratingwithless.com/tag/styling-your-home)