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Garnish Your Kitchen: Little Looks That Make a Big Impact for Under $150
Is your decor budget a little tight these days? We feel you. After all that holiday spending, your New Year's resolution might be to tighten up the purse strings.
Yet with frigid temperatures in the foreseeable forecast, now is the season we tend to spend the majority of our time indoors—hunkered down in the kitchen, whipping up comfort food, or baking something sweet. So why not give the heart of your home some TLC that won't require a huge hit to your bank account?
This week's chic looks from Instagram are all about small decor changes that can deliver big results in your kitchen. The best part? They all cost under $150. So don't be shy. Take a gander at these affordable, trending kitchen designs that will make those long days indoors fly by.
1. Statement kettle
For a little refresh that immediately boosts your kitchen's aesthetic (and your mood), try an eye-catching kettle like this one from @kate_rose_morgan.
"Your stovetop can be a design opportunity if you place things on it that are both functional and design-driven," says interior designer Peg Hemzacek, of FLOOR360. "A kettle is the perfect choice because the options are endless, and the styles vary from kitschy to ultramodern."
Get the look: Get this exact Strawberry Tea Kettle, or opt for something a bit more modern—like this Chantal Sven Kettle.
2. Countertop lamp
Another small but mighty kitchen upgrade that gets us glowing? This adorable countertop lamp from @kateabtdesign.
"The art of shelf and counter styling is a worthy pursuit in today's kitchen designs," says Hemzacek. "Tabletop lamps are the perfect mix of eclectic and vintage. Choose a lampshade with some texture and a round curved base to contrast with the straight lines of cabinets."
Get the look: Add a little more oomph to your kitchen countertop with the Bryn Table Lamp.
3. Cookbook stand
Fun fact: There's counter decor out there that can also give you immediate cooking chops. It's true! This cookbook stand featured by @akindofhome doesn't just add a certain slow-living romance to the space, it also hints at the culinary skills of its owner.
"People love to showcase their favorite cookbooks—primarily ones passed down from their family," says designer Devin Shaffer, of Decorilla. "For that reason, I try to stick to old-school wood styles. Don't worry about being too matchy-matchy—the book is what matters most."
Get the look: Display your go-to recipes in style with this cookbook stand on Etsy.
4. DIY plant shelf
Nothing warms up a plain-Jane kitchen quite like a few plants. But when it comes to staging your green-thumb prowess for maximum effect, we find a plant shelf like this one from @bohoxdecor does it best!
"Kitchens tend to get more light than other areas in the home, which makes them a great spot for plants," says Shaffer. "I love keeping my favorite plants in the kitchen, because I never forget to water them. You can also train certain trailing plants to grow in various directions for a more lived-in vibe."
Get the look: Give your kitchen an inviting, green vibe by creating your own plant rack with this weekend DIY. Or skip the crafting and snag this Abelle Pine Floating Shelf.
5. Pot rack
Utilizing your vertical real estate to make a statement isn't just for small kitchens—it's also a great affordable way to add more cottage-esque decor and function to the space. Not convinced yet? Just take a look at this design from @designstudiospaces.
"Mixing metallics in the kitchen is a design trend that adds interest and a personal touch that's unique to your home," says Hemzacek. "Get creative, and go beyond kitchen fixtures to bring in a set of artfully displayed and neatly arranged pots and pans."
Get the look: Make a stylish and practical upgrade to your kitchen with this Enclume Wall Rack.
https://www.realtor.com/advice/home-improvement/garnish-your-kitchen-little-looks-that-make-a-big-impact-for-under-150/
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8 Energy Saving Tips to Cut Your Heating and Cooling Bills
Most energy-saving tips are designed to save you a few bucks throughout the year, but how do you know which tips to up your energy efficiency are going to offer the most bang for your buck?
Some tips cost you absolutely nothing, and yet you save money. Other tips will cost you a little, but can help you hold onto as much as 10% of the money you're currently paying out of pocket. Ready to dive in?
Energy saving tips that really save
Consider these eight energy-saving tips below, so you aren't sweating when your winter gas bills come, and as the weather warms, evaluate your winterizing measures to see which ones make sense to maintain through the spring and summer months.
1. Program your thermos...
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