DIY Tiny Balcony Makeover For Under $350 | Flower Wall

[@shesmiles09]

I was shocked when I read the comments about the flower wall. I absolutely loved the flower wall. It looks like something Anthropologie would do in a window display and brought really great color to the space. It was so creative and beautiful. Wow! 🌸🌹🌼🌺💐🌻🌷

[@gingergrant6759]

You going to constantly have to deal with dead flowers.

[@lovealways2158]

I loved the outdoor light with the battery operated lightbulb...genius!...but I probably wouldn't have spent 80 dollars on it if I was planning on cutting the cord.

[@jemilah1190]

Yeah seems extreme

[@jaxxgianni1008]

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[@fernandochase2848]

@Jaxx Gianni Instablaster =)

[@jaxxgianni1008]

@Fernando Chase Thanks so much for your reply. I found the site through google and Im in the hacking process atm. Takes quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.

[@maunarose]

The click flooring is great. The details of painted legs and pots are my favorite.

[@peggykrogh6763]

great idea of plant ladder, dirt at base of fake flowers!! the wall of flowers is beautiful and happy!!

[@pamelaatkinson5710]

You did a great job here. This place was barren and you brought so much life to it. Love the flooring and the rug. Love her couch and the coffee table and the color and texture the pillows add. Love the flower wall. Love the planters and the faux cactus. Love the ladder with the pots and if I changed anything, I'd just add more plants there. Love the bench and ladder having coordinated painted legs. Love that you gave her a light so she can read or entertain comfortably at night. Home run on this one.

[@minichopstick]

Hmm $350 is a lot considering she already had the outdoor couch and the skinny wooden bench. I loved the idea of the pendant light HOWEVER when you buy an $80 light just to destroy it it seems very impractical?? Just a tip for everyone who loved the pendant light idea, thrift a lamp shade or old hanging light instead of destroying an expensive new one.

[@kiki29073]

Or a decorative trash can.

[@sylvial.7272]

There are so many ways to make such a pendant light more cheaper then in this video, but the idea on his own is still amazing for any place without electrical... 👍!!!!

[@snowy12841]

YES! Love your idea! Personally, I’d love to see less IKEA in every video & more thrifting or discount stores like Ross, Homegoods, Walmart, etc. Some variety would be nice.

[@shannijones4587]

it's not destroyed. it still works and you can go back later and add a plug if you need to, or even a new chord.

[@globby4396]

Yes! Thats what I was thinking. Another thing are solar pendant lights from anywhere especially rn at IKEA they have beautiful solar powered lanterns for $8 to $20

[@MsBlue68]

You did a great job with limited space. I especially like the battery powered pendant light.

[@2532BLUE]

My favourite part is the pendant light. Great idea. I was looking for a light idea for my patio and know I found it. Thanks

[@HobbitBroad]

I love the coffee table and the little candle holder on it!

[@priboechaat]

I just can't get enough of your videos! ❤

[@Tanya-rr8gz]

That light 💡 is a game changer.

[@mamasaidno1749]

While I am not digging the flower wall (I would have done shelving for plants or maybe some artwork), it is still a cute space. Great job!

[@OnlytypeisChocolate]

Freaking Amazing!!! I’m really enjoying your videos- so many cool ideas!!!! That cactus diy needs to be uploaded like yesterday

[@lauraroberts6533]

This is so cute and well done!!🌵

[@RoseMary-vs3io]

The pendant light is genius, great budget makeover, loved this

[@antoinettemiles5741]

Literally looking at my dead plants and my pitiful balcony and I got on KZbin to find a balcony Reno/DIY video and my wishes were granted!

[@leah__gail]

Love the idea with the dried flowers! Maybe would use artificial for outdoors and longevity. 🥰

[@hollyhasegawa6095]

WowAlexandra, this is so chic and turned out amazing. I have real plants but no cacti, but this faux cactus is amazing, I really thought it was real! I love how you utilized every inch of the space and made such great use of it. I'm truly loving it, thanks so much for sharing, keep up with the great content I love your channel.

[@emmashell1356]

Hello from France! I discovered your channel recently, and I just keep watching your videos since ... all of your ideas are great, I love the style you input into your makeovers, it’s fresh and feminine. In this balcony makeover, my favorite part is the flower wall, and the plant ladder comes very close to it. I guess I’m going to pick up some of your tricks ! Best regards from Alsace, eastern France Marie-Hélène

[@sheisMsA]

That cactus looks outstanding, a diy of a faux cactus would be bomb :D

[@heatherdavison2813]

Would LOVE a diy of the faux cactus. It's awesome. Thx for fun video!

[@rovieriel621]

Kerrigan!

[@rockywood21]

Looks kind of hard to get around though.

[@Sarah-ci2ks]

Alexandra you do beautiful makeovers and budget friendly this balcony came out awesome. Love your work.❤😂

[@meganshields9991]

That cactus looks so real. Y’all should definitely do a tutorial on how to paint it like that. 🌵

[@michelel92]

Great ideas! I use my balcony as much as I can once it gets nice.

[@Fnattihatt]

This is so cute!!!! I might have to do this on my balcony, but in a more modern goth style!

[@Esveniaa]

I would totally watch that if you would make a video

[@Fnattihatt]

@@Esveniaa I mean... I probably won't, but who knows. ^_^

[@Rollimggiant]

Modern and goth dont go together Goth is from a long time ago. Thats like saying victorian modern

[@badgerinabluedress4866]

@@Rollimggiant You don't get out much, do you? Goth has evolved. There's so many different types. I love the Gothic Lolitas in Japan and the Steampunk Goth. Goth is versatile. You can make it modern or vintage or futuristic. Massive sartorial fun. =)

[@hidnpnts]

@@badgerinabluedress4866 agreed! modern goth is very possible. Instead of going for light tones, get more black items with pops of color like dark purple or red. You can get lots of modern items in these colors you just have to know how to style them (:

[@maggiecheong6540]

I love the flower wall

[@Juulx1]

I think your choices are so weird! Don't get waterproof lights because they're more expensive but pay $20 for a planter? You save on the wrong items

[@AnnMarieKing]

@@karennichols9939 You are so right ... an unwired bamboo shade and battery powered outdoor LED bulb or even solar garden light would have been more affordable.

[@Maraaha55]

@@AnnMarieKing Yep - or a wicker waste basket turned upside down!

[@debidehm9129]

I agree. I could have probably done that balcony for 1/2 of what they spent. A lot of this stuff could have been thrifted, or bought for a lower price at lower end stores. A lot of people don’t have 70.00 plus dollars to spend on a little rug for a balcony.

[@gingergrant6759]

And a future dead flower wall!!

[@angiemiranda7769]

Wow! That turned out absolutely beautiful! You are so good at decor and making over spaces!😊

[@Vinteachay]

These are some really great ideas and hacks ! Love this video !

[@theenglishsuccesscoach3251]

Alexandra you are AMAZING!! I’m obsessed with all your ideas. Thank you for such great and useful content 🙏🏼

[@MaryseMeunier]

Everything is very nice : the plants, the bench, the lights, the floor... The flower wall is beautiful, but I'm concerned the sun will fade their colours with time. Isn't it what it does ?

[@cupstudios3788]

Petit Pingouin you can try to spray modpondge or any other type of spray on glue/sealant 😇

[@pamelaatkinson5710]

This is on the dowel so it is easy to take inside and hang there depending on the weather. The flowers can be sprayed if you are concerned about fading. Also it is a decor item so it will be used for a time and then be replaced with a new idea.

[@janieherrin9067]

I liked all of it. Great job

[@bellmark64]

Wish I had a balcony. Very nice makeover.

[@seekingserenitydaily]

Thanks for showing the night time view with all of the lights on!

[@aw3276]

Love that you show both day and night. Fab job.

[@pandasgym101]

this balcony looks so good

[@TheStitchSessions]

Yes, yes, yes! The living area is the same layout as my small balcony. Loads of inspiration:) Thank you so much for doing this video. Beeeeeautiful !👍😍

[@gerrywilson6579]

Really good job! Didn’t think I’d like the floor tiles but I do. Great idea for pendant light and like the tiny lights on railing. I would add more plants on ladder, especially climbers, and maybe a tiny herb garden.

[@chelsealepore1529]

This is amazing!!!! Such a chic transformation! Love the pendant light idea :)

[@karenmcneill2602]

Great result! Very pretty.

[@vickinoeske1711]

I like the flower wall but feel a better solution would be a big mirror with a lightweight self for candles, plants. Love the faux cactus❤🌵

[@nnejdee5094]

Vicki Noeske yes a shelf for candles would’ve been so cozy!

[@amara560]

What an absolutely amazing transformation! :)

[@joanndiresta1615]

I was hoping for shelving on the divider wall....or art....or pretty curtains, the flowers ( although pretty ) just didn't thrill me. I would give this make over an 8 -1 for not continuing the flooring -1 for the flower wall...Great job !!!

[@katsoutofthebox]

JoAnn DiResta I agree a 100%

[@lorawiese5897]

I agree with how Alexandra did it. Not putting those flooring down split the sitting area.

[@NikaylaElizabeth]

I would’ve made that weird corner into a little outdoor desk with a tall stool chair OR a super comfy reclining chair area, even if you have to mostly make it with free cushions and stuff, like for reading and relaxing.

[@SunFlower-xb3gf]

In NYC flower pots and boxes become handy nesting homes for pigeons Then you have to collect nests full of eggs and throw them down the garbage chute. Aromatic! Canadian pigeons are too polite to do that. Great video with ideas I can use.

[@jamiefaith834]

I love your ideas! I like how you added more of a personalized affect with the two tone paint.

[@austenpoet]

No on that flower wall👎🏻 I would’ve made her a shelf that folds down and turns into a bar area or something more practical

[@sushmita8824]

Same thought. That was such a wastage of a good space!!!

[@helenreid7022]

Sandy Miller it’s a metal wall so hard to hang things!

[@bishokhan8926]

Sorry, this isn't practical... I don't think I'd wanna bring that rug and the flower walp inside every night and put it back Everytime I wanna sit down...

[@grungehamster8]

I agree. It's lovely, but high maintenance unless you live in a warm dry climate.

[@kiki29073]

Huh? She said bring it in during the winter if she wanted. Not every night.

[@Hoid.]

@@kiki29073 She said it can't withstand the rain. So yeah, you'd have to take it indoors all the time

[@user-wb3pe3ee2e]

I have a summer porch decor that can’t handle rain and a winter decor that can. I switch them out with the seasons, not every night.

[@XpetraXpazlX]

Everything outside should be water proof. Except maybe lighting.

[@itscarolinemary]

that cactus looks so real! I need a DIY video on it! and the space turned out so well! wow. I love all of the colours and the greenery.

[@JasmineCOnu]

Loved it ! The pendant light was inspired! Just wish you’d credited Mr Kate for the flower wall inspo.

[@blaireshoe8738]

I'm sure Mr Kate isn't the only one who's done a flower wall 😅

[@karinedesfosses3678]

Looks beautiful!

[@twentyseven7058]

The flower wall is AMAZING. Want to diy it for my above the bed space!

[@roxanyeli5274]

Omg!!! I was just looking for this video (already on the journey to style my balcony) so helpful!

[@tanprincessbarbie]

You nailed it👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽

[@samfox3190]

I think this is your best project! Love!

[@rdp_78]

I probably would of gone with a DIY art piece(s) instead of a flower wall. Just a suggestion, everything else was awesome!

[@christinevaldes7397]

It's the only piece that I don't think is going to hold up. Between the flowers getting bleached by the sun and ripped up by wind, it's gonna look trashed so fast!

[@sallygardner7718]

Roberto Penalba I don’t think she meant it as a permanent art installation. She commented as much.

[@divinemissw]

Flower wall looks sad

[@gerrywilson6579]

Roberto Penalba I agree about the DIY art piece/tapestry.

[@sarahholland1375]

Agree. The flower wall looks like my kids classes art work displays. Not very grown up. I'd paint all the brickwork bright white too, it's very dingy looking.

[@123videocity]

Please do more balconies. I’m doing mine right now.

[@kmctcreative]

tbh it would have looked amazing to have a faux plant/succulent wall where the real flowers are!!

[@debbiegodinez2119]

Katy Christina yes what a great idea!!!

[@elainefleureton5536]

I would suggest some marbles or decorative rocks on top of soil on cactus plant! Looks great!

[@wickedwitch3520]

Yes please! Tell us about the cactus!

[@charlottepearce7075]

Sheer genius. I am going to use some of these ideas on my balcony. I covered the deck with artificial turf to give it some lawn, but ran out of ideas after. I would like to post a photo, but not sure how.

[@aeroai]

My favorite part is definitely that light bulb; I had no idea that kind of thing existed! Though two things I'd like to see in future videos: budget friendly and/or DIY outdoor art that's rain and wind safe, and budget friendly and/or DIY outdoor furniture! Both get pricy very quickly, and this makeover was much less expensive since she already had the furniture, and the art is so fragile. Thanks for making such great content! 🌺

[@sportangelv5678]

Well done, veryyyyyyy beautiful

[@seattlegirl2077]

Drilling into the building is probably in major violation of any apartment building or condo's rules that could get you in serious trouble. If you hit electrical or damage something else you can't see on the outside you are going to be liable. Be careful! Is there a Command hook or something else that could be used?

[@ashavila7999]

I think as long as the ceiling is smooth the hook will work. I imagine you need the one for heavy weight bearing items. And you might have to fiddle with chord a bit more.

[@francescac2589]

I thought the same thing. In fact, it would have been helpful if the video clarified what type of building this is. It might be 'an apartment' to the renter, but if it is in fact a condo, there are very strict rules by which both owners and tenants have to abide. I've lived in two different condos, over a span of 10 years, and while of course, you can drill into concrete, that does not mean that one is allowed. In fact, the video had several violations: hanging lights on the railing breaks the 'common look and feel' of the exterior of the building, (which is perceived to drive down market value), hanging planters on the balcony railing is strictly verboten, as the weight of the baskets reduces structural integrity, (railings have been known to fall and are a huge safety issue), and drilling into a balcony floor would be a huge violation, as it is considered a common element, (owned by the building, not the condo owner). The video could have at least advised that one should verify the rules of their building before proceeding.

[@seattlegirl2077]

Exactly! Although our condo rules do allow solar lights on balconies but that is all. Perhaps an apartment building wouldn't be so concerned. But I don't think any building owner would want anything drilled into. She has lovely ideas but I think they need to be modified a little.

[@wilmaknickersfit]

I agree. Isabelle LaRue's channel 'Engineer Your Space' is much better for renters and she's done a couple of tiny balconies (much smaller than this one). She is just as creative, but her ideas are much more affordable and practical. Lots of her ideas avoid the practical restrictions of renters and the changes are easily reversed when you move - often you can take your materials with you to your new home.

[@Sunnbuzz]

@@wilmaknickersfit I'm not sure if any of you are in Toronto Ontario but we have VERY lax rules, the only thing I might see as an issue is in a Condo but that is a solid concrete balcony, the issue would be more could it fly off and hit someone, the drilling of a hook is more a non issue - and I'm a property manager in Toronto

[@reynavega2848]

Sooooo many good ideas!! 💡

[@kmeshashebaa]

I love this! I'm totally inspired! I wish you could do my balcony !! Love from Toronto 🇨🇦

[@bradydomann3102]

I don’t think she knows what a tiny apartment balcony actually is...

[@emiliecampion9211]

When i heard plant wall, i was kind of hoping a FEJKA Artificial wall mounted plant from IKEA... But your idea is great (and cost less too haha)

[@hel3319]

Love it. Great idea with the light. I think I will try that too.

[@colleenthecatlady2344]

Great job!!! Great video!!! Thanks!!!

[@TheHeroSaver]

I love that her channel has a more elevated style to do things/things you can buy and invest in if you don't want to just DIY or thrift

[@marywest2896]

very nice, the only thing...I would get an "S" hook you know the kind that you use on a pot rack? I would use it to hang the water pitcher on the ladder instead of looped over, that way you don't have to pull the ladder away from the wall to take it off. love the rug color goes so well with the flower colors.

[@kellyhubbell1758]

I love that you give us affordable ideas! This is beautiful😌

[@sam439]

one of your very best!!! love EVERYTHING about this.

[@Sim1onelaro]

Yes please post the faux cactus paint hack. I have had this idea but have been too nervous to try it since I am not a painter.

[@LindsayTriesIt]

Usually when I watch decorating shows I always figure that I won’t be able to find the exact same stuff because it’s from American stores, but as a fellow Torontonian, it’s great to see some Canadian options! Love the pendant light, what a great idea! Our balcony dividers are metal so I think utilizing something magnetic there could also work! Beautiful job!

[@baatschanga]

You should start watching TheSorryGirls then. They are from Canada as well

[@LindsayTriesIt]

@@baatschanga Yes! Great suggestion. I love their work too!

[@FurnitureFan]

Good idea, if there's some steel in the metal. Check first that a magnet will stick to the metal. Sometimes they're aluminium and magnets won't hold to that.

[@mayagogo]

May I introduce you to this revolutionary thing called a mop?

[@victornino3139]

" I spent under $350!!!!" "But also Illena owned pretty much everything except the tape and the paint."

[@carvetparson3189]

Victor Nino lmao 😂

[@robynsalaver4069]

Except the ladder, plant stand, floor tiles, carpet, balcony planter, throw rug, dowel, fishing line, silver buckets, plants, pendant light, lightbulb, hook, small table, and throw pillows. 🙄

[@pinata444]

Love your channel! You have amazing ideas.

[@debbievidal9536]

,some great ideas although I don't like the flower wall.....you need something that makes more if a statement. A garden trellis with real or faux plants would look better in my opinion or even a DIY piece of art

[@ToriBissell]

I have a challenge for you Alexandra (and while it's my challenge). Any ideas would be super awesome and appreciate. I'm moving to Kenya and I have no idea what my house/apartment will look like. I am trying to figure out what decor items to bring with me from Toronto so that i can make my house cozy when I get there. I'm not sure what I'll have access to when I get there either so I have to bring what I can. Think kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom... but no idea what it will look like or size... what decor items would yuo want to take with you?

[@chilispace1013]

sounds interesting 😊

[@ariane.monzerolle]

I will definitively do the flower wall !!!!

[@ToriBissell]

This is so incredible. So many sweet little details. I love the flower wall... I think maybe you could also find faux flowers and repeat this with those and it would be more durable.

[@AussieCleaningMamma]

WHO ELSE LOVES ALEXANDRA!!! ❤❤❤ Love from a small youtuber

[@pincspace1554]

how pretty omg

[@carmenrosario1709]

Loved it, wish I had a patio or terrace or balcony!! anything!

[@preetyspassion1307]

You are soo cute and you decor so amazing.... Love you😘😘 keep it up

[@Keepedia99]

Thought this was a little crappy. The flower wall was impractical and didn't look great, the corridor felt overcrowded with the bench, the color palette was weird - neither coordinated nor quirky.

[@smallfootprint2961]

Pretty!

[@bethanclaireprice7835]

Looks amazing, Alexandra! I really want to see the DIY tutorial on that cactus.

[@deliaflores436]

love it expect for the narrow space, could of done a better job. I would of out put a beach chair so i could hide, take a nap n sun bathe, read as little dinner space.

[@Jegdavel]

Can you please make budget friendly makeovers including the cost of everything, except tools(hammer, screwdriver, ruler) everyone should have? I see your budget friendly videos and you don’t add the price of what you already have... kind of important to add the price of everything, when the prices the makeover is the point.

[@daphneulaga2195]

Who else got anxiety when Alexandra was hanging that lamp? I would never stand up on an chair on a balcony myself lol

[@marishkaspirit]

Why? It doesn't look dangerous at all

[@FurnitureFan]

Okay, but people do.

[@wownewstome6123]

@@marishkaspirit Nearly every balcony rail is so low that stumbling and bumping into it can cause you to flip right over. That's true for average height adults. Worse for those over 6' tall.

[@robinjones394]

There’s no way she could fall from the middle of the balcony over several feet to the railing an$ then falling another 3 feet of the upper half of your body over the railing.... I wouldn’t climb a ladder right next to the railing..but otherwise I’d feel comfortable climbing step stools..

[@MusicaErika]

I love it! Love the rug and the idea of the ceiling lamp is genius. 🌵looks so real, love the vertical garden and those dry roses are so cool 😎

[@foxiiroxii4925]

Damn girl you always impress me ! Super talented

[@arwagadi]

Hi Alexandra, I have recently started following your channel and I am from India. I just love love love your style and room makeovers. We live in really small spaces and watching your videos are so encouraging to make them look beautiful. 🧡

[@darawilson4101]

I'm absolutely loving that flower wall!! What a cute idea!!! Plus the tile!! I've never even heard about something like that so cool!!

[@teamphelly5228]

I recently did the pendant light over a table in my corner and it's so sleet looking. I found a set of two white ones with star like projection holes for $12. The only thing is I bought the lightbulb you recommended and later realized the reviews say it's really not a good light and more of a night light. ☹️ Which is kind of sad. We will see when it arrives just a caution for anyone else trying this hack.

[@GrowWithEndeshia]

So many people are triggered by this video.... give this lady a break. This balcony looks absolutely amazing 😍

[@pinkandspice1691]

Its beautiful.thank you for posting I like your style.its chic, unique and quirky. Hope I can show you my dig to make it look nicer too....

[@kathybeck5957]

I've been binge watching you today. You are REALLY GOOD at what you do. Subscribed and shared. When I saw you do the outdoor light, I was amazed. Not many people know you can do this. I live in Alabama and the electricity goes out a lot. We have a generator to use but I make battery operated lights such as yours and out of empty whiskey bottles. Just about anything that is glass. My bottles also have shades which means there are two different lights. Love your style. Rock On little Lady, Rock On!!!!!!