Home Decor

Cute but Cheap Farmhouse Decor Finds on Amazon

If only I had the budget of the Fixer Upper crew! I’d have our cozy little home turned into a San Diego farmhouse in no time. There’s a little shop near us that creates custom designed farm tables, up to 12 feet long. Unfortunately, we’re making do for now with pre-made Farmbouse decor on Amazon. Today I’m rounding up some pieces that are super cute and won’t break the bank! And the best part is that, as of right now, they’re all on Prime so I can have them at my doorstep in less than 48 hours. Check out these cheap farmhouse finds on Amazon:

Farmhouse Decor You Can Afford

Did you know you can buy barn doors Amazon? That’s a little out of our price range at the moment. If barn doors or a custom table are too expensive, then most big pieces on Amazon probably are too. No matter what your home looks like, it will have a much more farmhouse-y feel with some simple accessories.

Remember back when I shared about easy everyday table decor? I had recently been to a decorating presentation by a local woman who works as a stylist for showcase homes. She was all over eucalyptus in everything. So I went out and cut some branches from a eucalyptus tree down the street. The table did look nice for a while. But pretty soon the leaves dried and the snippets of eucalyptus lost their fresh green luster.

Savor the look of fresh greenery all year long with some artificial eucalyptus or cheery faux hydrangea.

Creating a Farmhouse Look in a Small Home

We have a pretty small living space, and it’s shared by 6 people. So I totally understand the frustration when it comes to the cluttered feeling of a small space home. But you can still get that cute farmhouse look with a few simple tricks.

Use a lot of white and neutral colors to open up the space. Burlap, white-painted vintage items, and bright white flowers are quick and easy farmhouse-style pieces. This burlap table runner and vintage vase are on Amazon.

Add one or two eye-catching pieces to set the farmhouse decor tone. A rustic wall organizer or vintage cabinet with chalkboard can make it look like you’re an awesome thrift-store-finding-D.I.Y.-er… It’s ok, we won’t tell anyone that you got it on Amazon. 😉

Compliment the Things you Already Have in your Home with Farmhouse Decor Accents

Add a simple touch like a little mason jar wall decoration. Or give any space a “lazy summer day” vibe with a string of indoor/outdoor globe lights.

A tight budget shouldn’t prevent you from getting the farmhouse decor look you crave in your home. It just takes some piecing together (and a bit of eucalyptus!) to make your home feel like Joanna Gaines has been there.

How Smart Appliances can Save your Sanity

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.

Many of you know that John recently graduated from SDSU as a computer science major. Over the last 4 years he’s told me more than my brain can handle about software and programming. As much as I tease him for his over-the-top geekiness, there is something to be said for the latest advances in technology. I mean, where would I be without my smartphone? If you are still on the fence about owning smart home appliances, let me share with you why smart appliances can save your sanity.

Kids will love helping with chores

Kids love gadgets and tinkering with things. The LG Smart Appliances (available now at Best Buy) can connect to your Google Home or Alexa device, so your kids won’t even have to know they’re helping with chores! They can just say, “Alexa, start the dryer”, and voila! If you have an LG washer and dryer with SmartThinQ® technology, it will start right away. Doesn’t technology make laundry time more fun? The SmartThinQ® app can also notify you when the wash is finished. No more forgetting that a load is in the washer!

They make an on-the-go lifestyle more manageable

I’ve come to realize that every season in life is a busy season. My friends all say their family life is crazy busy, whether their kids are 2 or 22 years old. The cool thing about the LG smart kitchen appliances is that they are wi-fi and voice-enabled. So, as you’re chopping veggies for the party, you can say, “Ok, Google, turn on ice plus.” Next thing you know, your classy matte black stainless steel refrigerator is pumping out extra ice. I got to explore the LG refrigerator at the Mom 2.0 Summit in Pasadena, and I found out that they have another “cool” feature (pun intended). The outside of the fridge door is black, but when you knock on it , it turns transparent so you can see inside without having to open the door.

I can see my family using this 1,000 times a day.

“Mom, do we have any more juice?”

“I don’t know, go knock on the fridge and see!”

Plus, you can use the SmartThinQ® app to preheat the oven from the car on your way home, or to check how much longer the oven timer is set for.

They are compatible with so many devices

For me, this is the biggest sanity-saver. Being able to connect my kitchen and laundry appliances to an Alexa or Google Home is great, but I love that you can manage the appliances from your smartphone. I’m at work or carpooling kiddos all day long, so it’s nice to have that extra connection to home appliances.

So what are you waiting for? It’s time to cross over to the ‘smart’ side.

This is the perfect time to join the community of LG Smart Appliance owners. Right now, through July 11, Best Buy is offering super deals on the kitchen and laundry appliances.

The Summer Kitchen Bundle: There is a $400 INSTANT rebate on the 4-piece LG or LG Studio Kitchen Bundle, even on Independence Day.

The LG Ultimate Laundry Room Rebate: Receive up to a $400 rebate on the purchase of a qualifying laundry bundle.

Check out all the options for Best Buy deals and LG appliances here.

Dress up your Dining Room: Easy Everyday Table Decor

Lately I’ve been putting more effort into making our home a prettier place to live. One thing I try and do is keep the dining room table covered and decorated on a daily basis. This can be tricky when you’re a busy mom, but I’ve learned how to bring out the beauty in everyday things to create tasteful and easy ways to accessorize table decor.

Everyday Table Decor Staples

Table Cloth

Keeping our kitchen table covered is a must for me. Our table has permanent tempra paint stains on it from years of kids’ crafts. I routinely swap out a variety of table cloths, but for this simple table decor I’m using a plain white linen one. The other linens I have on the table right now (pictured below) are a cut of grey fabric that I made into a runner and a quilted table topper that I was given by my mother-in-law.

Simple centerpiece using live succulents or fresh-snipped leaves

The best way to dress up your dining room table is with an eye-catching centerpiece made with fresh greenery. Live plants offer an especially crisp, eye-catching pop of color. These darling succulents come in dainty little pots, ready to arrange on your table, windowsill, or anywhere! The succulents and pots are available in a wide variety of colors and shapes. And they’re so easy to care for! If eucalyptus, magnolia, or pine trees grow in your area you can snip off a few leaves and twigs to arrange along the center of the table. Be sure and add some height to the arrangement with big pillar candles like these Glitter Snow Real-Flame Effect Pillar Candles. Another idea I love is to place an arrangement of flowers and plants on a cake stand. Don’t these centerpieces look beautiful?

Centerpiece made from succulents and a cake stand from PlumDeluxe.com

Winter cake stand centerpiece from Carolina Country Living

Layers, layers, layers!

They key to creating eye-catching table decor is to give it some layers. If you can, mix up the patterns, fabrics, and elements such as glass, paper, florals, metals, etc. The candles from my centerpiece are from the Hearth and Hand collection at Target. The sugared birch scent they give off makes me feel totally at peace. Their sweet fragrance fills the dining area with a cozy, clean aroma. I highly recommend these over the Amazon alternative.

Dressing up the dining table can give your home a warm, inviting feel.

Even though we have small children, we still try and keep the house decorated. Accessories can be found almost anywhere. I found some adorable distressed wood serving trays at Home Depot that could double as a centerpiece. It’s nothing fancy, but these subtle decorations make the home look ready for welcoming company.

Find pretty table decor on a budget

You can make your own table cloth and runners if you prefer to go the DIY route. Making your own runner gives you the option of using any color you choose, and it can be cheaper than a store-bought runner. Or check Etsy.com for trendy handmade items. And don’t forget to keep an eye on thrift stores and consignment shops for unique, vintage finds at low prices!

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