{"id":147044,"date":"2016-03-27T08:30:26","date_gmt":"2016-03-27T12:30:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/?p=147044"},"modified":"2016-03-29T10:50:30","modified_gmt":"2016-03-29T14:50:30","slug":"make-your-home-look-more-expensive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/archives\/make-your-home-look-more-expensive","title":{"rendered":"23 ways to make your home look more expensive"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4 id='pressboard-ad-sponsorship-tag' style='margin-bottom: 35px;'><\/h4><p>Fake it &#8217;til you make it.<\/p>\n<h2>1. Coat any and all flat surfaces in marble contact paper.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/marble-contact-paper-compressed.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-147050\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/marble-contact-paper-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"marble contact paper-compressed\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-wMkq2CKtedE\/VZ3rHSGgQwI\/AAAAAAAACZo\/dMwjOFB1LD8\/s1600\/diy-marble-contact-paper-table-08.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">sylandsam.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Check out the tutorial <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sylandsam.com\/2015\/02\/tutorial-faux-marble-table-diy.html\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>2. Use metallic spray paint to give new life to\u00a0a dull or dated lighting fixture.<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/copper-pendant-compressed.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147051\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/copper-pendant-compressed-1024x648.jpg\" alt=\"copper pendant-compressed\" width=\"1024\" height=\"648\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.kristimurphy.com\/exclusive\/turn-a-plug-light-into-a-ceiling-light\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">kristimurphy.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Detailed instructions <a href=\"http:\/\/www.kristimurphy.com\/exclusive\/turn-a-plug-light-into-a-ceiling-light\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Accent wooden shelves with upcycled leather belts.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/leather-shelves-compressed.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147052\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/leather-shelves-compressed-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"leather shelves-compressed\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.heywandererblog.com\/2013\/10\/the-diy-leather-strap-shelf.html\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">heywandererblog.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>So dapper! <a href=\"http:\/\/www.heywandererblog.com\/2013\/10\/the-diy-leather-strap-shelf.html\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">DIY here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>4.\u00a0Create faux built-in bookcases using crown moulding.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/IKEA-Billy-Hack-compressed.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147053\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/IKEA-Billy-Hack-compressed-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"IKEA-Billy-Hack-compressed\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southernrevivals.com\/2016\/02\/office-makeover-reveal-ikea-hack-built-billy-bookcases.html\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">southernrevivals.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Get the how-to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.southernrevivals.com\/2016\/02\/office-makeover-reveal-ikea-hack-built-billy-bookcases.html\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>5. Paint dip serving ware, chair legs, thrift store art, vases and more.<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/paint-dipped-spoons-min.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147108\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/paint-dipped-spoons-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"paint dipped spoons-min\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/likeasaturday.com\/2013\/07\/10\/hand-painted-dipped-spoons\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">likeasaturday.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Super easy tutorial <a href=\"http:\/\/likeasaturday.com\/2013\/07\/10\/hand-painted-dipped-spoons\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>6. Transform an ordinary cabinet into a vintage-inspired library card catalog.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/cabinet-to-card-catalog-compressed.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147055\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/cabinet-to-card-catalog-compressed-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"cabinet to card catalog-compressed\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.curbalertblog.com\/2014\/10\/diy-knockoff-card-catalog-knockoff-tour.html?showComment=1412247455483\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">curbalertblog.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Instructions <a href=\"http:\/\/www.curbalertblog.com\/2014\/10\/diy-knockoff-card-catalog-knockoff-tour.html?showComment=1412247455483\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>7.\u00a0Sew smaller rugs\u00a0together to make a stylish area rug.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/rugs-sewn-together-compressed.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-147058\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/rugs-sewn-together-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"rugs sewn together-compressed\" width=\"540\" height=\"360\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.housemixblog.com\/2015\/03\/03\/sew-small-rugs-into-one-big-rug\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">housemixblog.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll save so much money. Tutorial\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.housemixblog.com\/2015\/03\/03\/sew-small-rugs-into-one-big-rug\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>8. Decorate everyday items with washi tape.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/washi-tape-compressed.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147059\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/washi-tape-compressed-1024x655.jpg\" alt=\"washi tape-compressed\" width=\"1024\" height=\"655\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/smittenonpaper.com\/blog\/tag\/candle\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">smittenonpaper.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>DIY and washi tape for sale\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/smittenonpaper.com\/blog\/tag\/candle\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>9. Apply gold leaf to plant pots, vases, coasters or votives.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/gold-leaf-pots-compressed.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-147063\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/gold-leaf-pots-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"gold leaf pots-compressed\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lindsaylettersblogs.com\/page\/14\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">lindsaylettersblogs.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Learn how to gild everything you own\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lindsaylettersblogs.com\/page\/14\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>10.\u00a0Replace or repaint hardware.<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/hand-picked-bow-knob-compressed.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-147064\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/hand-picked-bow-knob-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"hand-picked-bow-knob-compressed\" width=\"550\" height=\"550\" \/><\/a><em>Photo: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.landofnod.com\/hand-picked-bow-knob\/s499863\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">landofnod.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>You can buy these bow shaped gold metal knobs for $8.95 each online at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.landofnod.com\/hand-picked-bow-knob\/s499863\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">The Land of Nod<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>11.\u00a0Dress up mirrors, windows and furniture with\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.myoverlays.com\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">O\u2019verlays<\/a>.<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/overlays-mirror-compressed.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147065\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/overlays-mirror-compressed-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"overlays mirror-compressed\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/thehoneycombhome.com\/tag\/overlays\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">thehoneycombhome.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>A total &#8216;why didn&#8217;t I think of that?&#8217; business idea. Check out the before and after <a href=\"http:\/\/thehoneycombhome.com\/tag\/overlays\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>12. Afraid of commitment? Use wall decals or removable wallpaper.<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/removable-wallpaper-compressed.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-147077\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/removable-wallpaper-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"removable wallpaper-compressed\" width=\"570\" height=\"879\" \/><\/a><em>Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/ca\/listing\/268018890\/self-adhesive-removable-wallpaper-cactus?ref=shop_home_active_5\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">etsy.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>You can buy this removable cactus wallpaper from the\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/ca\/shop\/LivettesKIDS?ref=l2-shopheader-name\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">LivettesKIDS<\/a>\u00a0Etsy shop.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>13. Give your furniture a distressed look using\u00a0petroleum jelly.<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Vaseline-Disstressing-Technique-compressed.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147079\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Vaseline-Disstressing-Technique-compressed-1024x657.jpg\" alt=\"Vaseline-Disstressing-Technique-compressed\" width=\"1024\" height=\"657\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/salvagedinspirations.com\/category\/painting-furniture\/milk-paint\/page\/2\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">salvagedinspirations.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Easier than it looks! Get the tutorial <a href=\"http:\/\/salvagedinspirations.com\/how-to-distress-furniture-with-vaseline\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>14. Make your IKEA furniture pop with a new set of legs.<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/prettypegs-compressed.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/prettypegs-compressed-1024x773.jpg\" alt=\"prettypegs-compressed\" width=\"1024\" height=\"773\" \/><\/a><em>Photo: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.prettypegs.com\/inspiration\/all\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">prettypegs.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.prettypegs.com\/us\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Prettypegs<\/a>\u00a0offers furniture legs for various furniture brands, including\u00a0IKEA.<\/p>\n<h2>15. Use Stikwood to easily transform an accent wall, fireplace, kitchen island, headboard or bookshelf.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/stikwood-headboard-min.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147081\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/stikwood-headboard-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"stikwood headboard-min\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><\/a><em>Photo: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thisisourforest.com\/diy-stikwood-headboard-ikea-hack\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">thisisourforest.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Stikwood is the world\u2019s first Peel &amp; Stik reclaimed and sustainable wood planking\u00a0\u2014 you can buy their products\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.stikwood.com\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a> and check out the headboard tutorial <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thisisourforest.com\/diy-stikwood-headboard-ikea-hack\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>16. Reupholster\u00a0a worn-out or dated piece of furniture.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/upholstered-stool-min.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147083\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/upholstered-stool-min-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"upholstered-stool-min\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.aliceandlois.com\/diy-reupholstered-stool\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">aliceandlois.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>So fresh! Detailed instructions\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.aliceandlois.com\/diy-reupholstered-stool\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>17.\u00a0Marble-dip boring ceramics using nail polish and water.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/closeup-compressed-1.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147084\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/closeup-compressed-1-1024x676.jpg\" alt=\"closeup-compressed-1\" width=\"1024\" height=\"676\" \/><\/a><em>Photo: James Bombales<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Check out our very own DIY video <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/2016\/01\/diy-marble-dipped-coasters.html\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>18. Fancify a plastic trash can using rope and hot glue.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/rope-trash-can-min.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147088\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/rope-trash-can-min-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"rope trash can-min\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/makinglemonadeblog.com\/nautical-rope-and-twine-trash-can\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">makinglemonadeblog.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>A $1.99 plastic trash can from IKEA gets a whole new look. Tutorial <a href=\"http:\/\/makinglemonadeblog.com\/nautical-rope-and-twine-trash-can\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>19.\u00a0Give clear glass bottles a colorful, frosted look.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/seaglass-tutorial-min.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147089\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/seaglass-tutorial-min-1024x687.jpg\" alt=\"seaglass tutorial-min\" width=\"1024\" height=\"687\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/homedeco50.wordpress.com\/2012\/05\/24\/sea-glass-bottles\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">homedeco50.wordpress.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Made from materials you probably have at home. Instructions\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/homedeco50.wordpress.com\/2012\/05\/24\/sea-glass-bottles\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>20. Add playful patterns to throw pillows, dish towels, curtains or blankets using potato stamps and fabric paint.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/potato-stamp-min.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-147090\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/potato-stamp-min.jpg\" alt=\"potato stamp-min\" width=\"975\" height=\"975\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.brittanymakes.com\/category\/diy\/page\/3\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">brittanymakes.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s one hot potato. Tutorial <a href=\"http:\/\/www.brittanymakes.com\/category\/diy\/page\/3\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>21. Use hot glue to attach pom pom trim to curtains, duvet covers, pillows and more.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/pom-pom-trim-curtains-min.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147094\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/pom-pom-trim-curtains-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"pom pom trim curtains-min\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><\/a><em><span style=\"line-height: 1.5;\">Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.chrislovesjulia.com\/2013\/02\/be-fun-add-pom-pom-trim-to-curtains.html\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">chrislovesjulia.com<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>No-sew instructions\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.chrislovesjulia.com\/2013\/02\/be-fun-add-pom-pom-trim-to-curtains.html\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>22. Macram\u00e9\u00a0your way to hanging houseplants.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/mini-macrame-planter.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147103\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/mini-macrame-planter-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"mini macrame planter\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cloveranddot.com\/2014\/07\/diy-mini-macrame-plant-holder.html\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">cloveranddot.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>So cute! Tutorial <a href=\"https:\/\/cloveranddot.com\/2014\/07\/diy-mini-macrame-plant-holder.html\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>23. And finally, use wallpaper in unexpected places.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/bookcase-makeover-min.jpg\" rel=\"lightbox[147044]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-147106\" src=\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/bookcase-makeover-min-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"bookcase-makeover-min\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" \/><\/a><em>Photo:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.erinspain.com\/bookshelf-makeover\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">erinspain.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>This DIYer used removable wallpaper from\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wallternatives.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"external\">Wallternatives<\/a>. How-to guide\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.erinspain.com\/bookshelf-makeover\/\" class=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div id='pressboard-ad-sponsorship-msg'><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fake it &#8217;til you make it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":147080,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","apple_news_api_created_at":"","apple_news_api_id":"","apple_news_api_modified_at":"","apple_news_api_revision":"","apple_news_api_share_url":"","apple_news_coverimage":0,"apple_news_coverimage_caption":"","apple_news_is_hidden":false,"apple_news_is_paid":false,"apple_news_is_preview":false,"apple_news_is_sponsored":false,"apple_news_maturity_rating":"","apple_news_metadata":"\"\"","apple_news_pullquote":"","apple_news_pullquote_position":"","apple_news_slug":"","apple_news_sections":[],"apple_news_suppress_video_url":false,"apple_news_use_image_component":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[11269],"tags":[],"coauthors":[8647],"apple_news_notices":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.4 - 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