1.Create your own design with plain tiles in contrasting colours rather than buying more expensive patterned ones;
2. Elevate a simple sofa with upholstery and cushions;
3.Smart details, such as the pie-crust edge on this chair cushion, make all the difference when upcycling charity-shop finds;
4.Patterned paintrollers give walls a decorative effect that is more affordable than wallpaper.