Art & Home Accessories

HOW TO CREATE YOUR VERY OWN $4,000 ABSTRACT ART FOR $100. YOUR ART CREATING CAN BE JUST AS GOOD AS ANY FINE ABSTRACT YOU SEE IN A STORE, OR ART GALLERY.

The do-it-yourself decorating movement has inspired many people to create their own art and accessories for the home. Use your painting, sewing and design skills to make room decorations from...

Decorating your home need not be an expensive proposition. With a little ingenuity and a few craft supplies, you can create custom wall art, update light fixtures and rejuvenate wood or metal...

If you spend a lot of time outdoors and want to beautify your outdoor living space, add a painting to lend a luxurious feel. Use an unusual surface as your "canvas."

The do-it-yourself decorating movement has inspired many great home art projects. Using paper to wrap canvases for wall decorations proves a simple and affordable weekend project. You can use the...

Here's an idea for some do-it-yourself inexpensive artwork. Whether you have just moved into a new place, are a student in a dorm room, or just have the urge to redecorate, you might find these...

Finding the right piece of framed art that fits both your wall and your budget can be confusing and frustrating. By considering the factors outlined here you'll be better-equipped to compare the...

Posters are inexpensive alternatives to expensive art for decorating your home. Framing the posters will provide a more finished look before hanging them up. There are a few options to choose from...

You can save money decorating your home with homemade wall art. It's quite easy to painti a canvas or frame homemade photos to create a wall collage. You might also consider a mixed media fabric...

Oriental rugs and woven tapestry--type rugs can make beautiful wall hangings. Those with muted shades of color can be an asset to room decor. Taking reasonable care in the hanging method will...

Whether you are collecting art or just buying something to fill the space over your sofa, buy something you like; something that makes you feel good every time you look at it. Your personal taste...

When funds for decorating are tight, it's the perfect opportunity to tap into your creativity and find a great solution. Finding wall decor that is affordable without sacrificing great style can...

Create custom bamboo pole frames and painted mats as wall art for your home. You can decorate the inside of the bamboo pole frames with dried flowers or banana leaves decoupaged onto an artist's...

Original art can be a striking addition to any room, but the task of mounting and framing a canvas oil painting leads many people to just hang a reproduction instead. These instructions will show...

You do not need to be an artist to make wall art to add drama to any room. Just adding fabric to canvas will add interest and dimension. It will make the room look finished and you will enjoy the...

It’s not always easy to decorate your home as you’d like with limited financial resources. Here are a few ways you can quickly and easily decorate your walls if you’re on a budget. All you need is...

My grandmother's old serving spoon is tarnished and thin in places, but it has a lot of sentimental value. Rather than leaving it in a drawer, I'm putting it on display in my kitchen. What may...

Making a hooked fleece rug is simple with a few tools, a bit of fleece, and some extra time. The locker hook technique for making a fleece rug was first developed in Australia and works well with...

Are you having a hard time finding a rug that coordinates with your decor? Consider making your own. This article will give steps for making a hand painted rug, also called a floor cloth.

A bookcase is not only a place to hold your literature, but it can function to display sculpture, pictures and cherished possessions. A well designed bookcase will make your room efficient and...

Use up those remnants of yarn to make plastic canvas butterflies. You can sew the butterflies to curtain tie backs, bedroom lampshades and napkin rings. Glue them to wreaths and floral sticks to...

Are you an arts and crafts nut? Here is a great free decoupage video about gluing the top of your canvas.

Are you an arts and crafts nut? Here is a great free decoupage video about gluing the bottom of your canvas.

Are you an arts and crafts nut? Here is a great free decoupage video about gluing the front of your canvas.

Are you an arts and crafts nut? Here is a great free decoupage video about gluing the back of your canvas.

Are you an arts and crafts nut? Here is a great free decoupage video about prepping the paper you will use for your canvas.

Are you an arts and crafts nut? Here is a great free decoupage video about prepping the wood you will use for your canvas.

Decorating a child's room can be rewarding for both parent and child. If you have decided to go with a transportation themed room, there is a variety of bedding and curtains to choose from. There...

Nautical is the hottest trend in home decor, however, it can often be difficult to find just the right wall pieces to set off a modern nautical design. Follow the steps below to make your own...

Most of us take great pride in our home and want our home decor to reflect who we are as individuals. However, that isn't always as easy as it sounds. While we may have an idea of what we "want"...

These painted canvas placemats are beautiful little individual "works of art". On the practical side, the placemats are a fun, colorful addition to any table and are easy to clean, just...

It's great to give artwork to new parents as a way to celebrate a new arrival. It's best to try to first find out what the theme for the bedroom is and if there is existing artwork or murals for...

To purchase art for your kids' rooms you can pay a great deal and never find exactly what you are looking for. Here's how to make your own kids room art to fit the theme of the room and to...

Family rooms are not personal without a touch from the family who lives there. If you have a spare wall, you can easily create a very personal, one-of-a-kind touch that all your favorite people...

Finding wall art can be a real hassle when you're working on a budget. You want art that says something about your design skills but doesn't put a huge dent in your pocketbook. You could create...