Colorful Maximalist Home Office Makeover for Under $500

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ABOUT THIS EPISODE
This week we’re giving an all-gray office a glamorous maximalist makeover with my two favorite Spice Girls: COLOR and PATTERN. Tune in to see how we tackle this office makeover with just a few pieces for under $500. And find out if I did, in fact, risk my life while trimming wallpaper.
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God I Love Tips

[@LaughCryDIY]

😂

[@LaughCryDIY]

Oh my god I did not see this. Thank you, Devin!!!! 😂❤️😭

[@nancyslider645]

After initial viewing, first thoughts: 1)your Humor is off the charts 2) perfection in the imperfect 3) s**t happens, life is messy 4) elevating the ordinary/ celebrating every day objects 5) stunning outcome, memories made along the way….. now back to re-watch 5 X’s. Thanks for not editing out the bloopers (wallpaper falling off) You Rock ‘cuz you’re So relatable ❤️👍Fan From Florida 🌴

[@LaughCryDIY]

Nancy! Thank you for capturing everything I want my channel to be about. I would never edit out an epic wallpaper fail/fall. It’s too funny!!!!! I have some more fun ones coming up that I think you’ll dig too.

[@nancyslider645]

@@LaughCryDIY I’m rather new here & still catching up on previous videos so I’m glad I felt just what you were aiming for!! Wish you were my neighbor but thanks to KZbin it’s the next best thing. Enjoy your weekend ❤️👍🌴

[@realrich7509]

She is badass right!!

[@shonasutley4420]

💯 ❤

[@JessicaSmithPhD]

The “ASMR for da freaks” portion of every video cracks me up every single time.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Ok good. Sometimes I wonder if it’s played out, but I can’t help myself.

[@JessicaSmithPhD]

@@LaughCryDIY I laugh EVERY time 🤣

[@goldiloks08]

I’M. OB. SESSED. That wallpaper is glorious. The after is stunning. The child is adorable. And Maggie coming in CLUTCH with the rug tip!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Rug really made it. And it is the best wallpaper ever.

[@woollywoolwoolz]

Parkour! 😂😂😂

[@LaughCryDIY]

😂

[@KarMa-ws3ll]

Tue Wallpaper Is everything! 😍

[@LaughCryDIY]

I’m still dreaming about it

[@katiesullivan8566]

Love me a good bold wallpapered wall. Stunning. Maggie is so lucky to have such a creative friend.

[@LaughCryDIY]

I’m lucky my friends love bold wallpaper too!

[@thecreativeyouthsociety547]

I love your personality ❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

Aw, thanks for being down with the kicks and curse words.

[@lizmarin9568]

Peacocks are my spirit animal... And leopards!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Just WAIT for the next makeovers I’m working on. 😉😉😉😉

[@praptibhattacharjee8126]

My girl does it again. Beautiful 😍

[@LaughCryDIY]

I will never get over how beautiful that wallpaper is.

[@yvettefournier1533]

Beautiful. I would love to see a Pink couch.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Ooooh. In velvet. Could you imagine????

[@maggiehernandez4027]

This makeover had it all: best friends, cute kids, and near-death experiences, what a journey! Love you bestie, and I love how you transformed my office from its former sad, gray state into a magical, colorful, witchy workspace. 🦚💙💚

[@LaughCryDIY]

Love you for going all in and saving me from my near-death experience. I will be pushing the kids into show business. Sorry if I forgot to mention that.

[@nancyslider645]

Thanks for being ‘all in’ for this and not being camera-shy, you must team up again… maybe another room?!🤣 Fan From Florida 🌴

[@maggiehernandez4027]

@@nancyslider645 I’m already dreaming of doing another project with Katy!

[@nancyslider645]

@@maggiehernandez4027 I mentioned elsewhere I wish she was my neighbor but that KZbin is the next best thing! Look forward to seeing more of you too👍

[@valeriecarr6754]

Super transformation!!! Beautiful! Thanks for the epic kick too! 🤣

[@LaughCryDIY]

Haha. The kick is always for you, babe.

[@jeethad]

Beautiful makeover! You are the funniest (in a good way) DIY host ever!!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

❤️❤️❤️ Glad y’all are down for my ridiculousness.

[@PersonalizeMyPlanner]

What an amazing transformation for less than $500! I love your personality and think you did a great job on this makeover!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Thank you so much. You can’t go wrong with peacocks.

[@yiannay]

That room is awesome! I love floral wallpaper on a black background! And that antique fire extinguisher! Great job ❤ what a nice family they have

[@LaughCryDIY]

OMG me too. My bedroom wallpaper has that tropical print on black, and I love it so much. And this wallpaper comes in so many versions too.

[@alicebabler9996]

I enjoy your videos so much! Personality plus! Yes, that is gorgeous wallpaper and I love the blue built-ins. Well done. Your friend seems thrilled with her "new" room.

[@LaughCryDIY]

I’m telling you. The wallpaper did it all! But thanks for coming along the journey with us.

[@crystalkirkland781]

Love the room and that wallpaper❤️❤️! I think the desk would look good centered in front of the bookcases too!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Totally!

[@mariogrenadine]

Awesome. This channel should be way more popular for this quality content

[@LaughCryDIY]

Thank you so much for saying that ❤️

[@SittinNBitchin]

I LOVEEEEEEE this makeover! The wallpaper is amazing!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@LaughCryDIY]

I wish you could all see it in real life. The shimmering gold is stunning.

[@melbellgrn8309]

LOVE LOVE LOVE the peacock wallpaper!! Beautiful job!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Everyone needs this wallpaper in their life.

[@FOXYCECILIA]

I love budget Makeovers !! this room is cozy, and this wallpaper is everything !!

[@LaughCryDIY]

I want to be chill about the wallpaper, but I am obsessed

[@roxiegs348]

Wow I’m not great with too much patterns. I usually like it pretty simple but that wallpaper is beautiful. I’m not gonna go out and buy it but I still think it’s gorgeous. And I definitely like that peacock blue. Beautiful color I may buy that.

[@LaughCryDIY]

I’m telling you that wallpaper will make you fall in love and spend all your money in Vegas. It is that gorgeous. 😂

[@motheranddaughter6855]

That edger has saved my life!! ❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

Yessss

[@meercatt]

Gorgeous!❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

😍❤️

[@tngirlz4622]

Hello from a fellow peacock freak! 🦚 GORGEOUS wallpaper. Beautiful makeover - props for your exceptional shelf styling! Also, Maggie’s little one is adorable! 🧸 And thanks to her husband for working in such an important and difficult profession.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Aw, yay. Thank you for watching. Peacock pride, baby!!!!!!

[@craigmccausland1183]

If you've ever wanted to "Work in a magical witch's forest" . . . every little kid's dream, right? I would've said no way (hello OZ and Hansel and Gretel), but this transformation was beautiful! That wallpaper, shades of I Love Lucy! If ya haven't seen Lucy and Ethel wallpaper, you gotta!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Haha. We’re good witches! Link time to that wallpaper. I wanna see!!!!!

[@craigmccausland1183]

@@LaughCryDIY Couldn't find the bit where the paper comes off the wall, but here's the ending: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6XVp5yeabKhZrs

[@LaughCryDIY]

@@craigmccausland1183 haha. happy to share something with a comedy legend.

[@kimberlybenedict]

I never want your videos to end! They are the best! YOUUUUUU ARE A ROCKEFELLER! 🤣

[@LaughCryDIY]

Wait til you see my curtain tie-backs. JK. I don’t have curtains. Hahahhah.

[@kimberlybenedict]

@@LaughCryDIY Just blankets tacked over the windows? LOLOL!!! 😜

[@annetteturner8467]

Love, love 💕 ! Did I say how much I loved the room?😱

[@LaughCryDIY]

Gotta say…me too 🙂

[@DoerteChantal]

Amazing 😍 i absolutely love the wallpaper!

[@LaughCryDIY]

It is a dream!

[@myrtlebeachsara]

Love this office Reno

[@LaughCryDIY]

Yay! Thank you for watching!

[@102HunnyBunny]

Another video that rocks by my favorite channel. It is the peak wallpaper. You showed how much you could change without actually changing that much! Adore this channel. I get so excited when a new video comes out.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Aw, thank you! So happy you’re here for the moments of hell.

[@sheenab1927]

I really want wall paper now

[@LaughCryDIY]

Do it!

[@realrich7509]

I want those shelves so much

[@LaughCryDIY]

Right?! What a dream

[@realrich7509]

You match the couch

[@LaughCryDIY]

Spoiler: I am the couch.

[@cherylacampora670]

It's so fun!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

I love the wallpaper still

[@kebert2thumbsup]

Oooh this room is sooo pretty!

[@melaniepeters4744]

Wow, what a transformation. At first I didn't think I would like the wallpaper, but it is beautiful!

[@LaughCryDIY]

It’s is truly bewitching

[@kimeejae]

You peacocked it alright! 🦚 I too am obsessed with the wallpaper. They styling was great. Love the bold colors, patterns, and light reflector items - great tip btw! 💜💙💚💛🧡❤️

[@LaughCryDIY]

Get ready to see that wallpaper more. I can’t stop. I need help. Haha

[@kimeejae]

@@LaughCryDIY It reminds me of the wallpaper you have… that tropical flavor 🦚🌴

[@kkkccc8532]

the links for the wallpaper does not work, where did you get the wallpaper?

[@LaughCryDIY]

Oh no. Here ya go! You can get it straight from York Wall Coverings too. www.homedepot.com/p/York-Wallcoverings-60-75-sq-ft-Peacock-Wallpaper-RI5168/315008533?mtc=SEM-BF-HDH-GGL-D59H-059_035_WALL_DECOR-NA-Multi-NA-DSA-NA-NA-NA-NA-NBR-NA-NA-NA-_035WALLPAPER&cm_mmc=SEM-BF-HDH-GGL-D59H-059_035_WALL_DECOR-NA-Multi-NA-DSA-NA-NA-NA-NA-NBR-NA-NA-NA-_035WALLPAPER-71700000078272878-58700007885159472-39700071581838887&gbraid=0AAAAADq61UfrZ-_e9F_gaeiumTKTeEu2Q&gbraid=0AAAAADq61UfrZ-_e9F_gaeiumTKTeEu2Q&gclid=Cj0KCQjwuO6WBhDLARIsAIdeyDLatutNqVatwJpabJtMOVMPmq5JPYqLYM2R04qAb2o_GBswQCC5wWwaAhQeEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

[@witchburr976]

This is so cool!! I’m taking items for my apartment!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Yesss! Makes me so happy to hear.

[@witchburr976]

@@LaughCryDIY but I’m so scared of wallpaper!! My office is more industrial but I love adding color and pop culture without clashing to much! Thank you!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

@@witchburr976 I feel you. I think a simple pattern, even subtle, is a good entryway. And even one that is all in the same color family. Just a little baby accent wall! Of back of a bookcase is a good entry point.

[@witchburr976]

@@LaughCryDIY thank you so much!! I really appreciate this! 💗

[@stephhascall2893]

Love it!

[@LaughCryDIY]

💙💚💖

[@juliemayfield1282]

My favorite update!!!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Aw yay!!! She loved it

[@AlyssyaMichele]

"It was massive. We wanted something that was more petite but still felt lovely and intentional" 👀 let me get my mind out of the gutter 🤣🤣

[@LaughCryDIY]

😂😂😂😂 not bothered

[@carolehummel1624]

Love the finished room!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Thank you!!!!! She’s so happy with it and that wallpaper pops on zoom calls

[@efrag24]

This is one of my favorite makeovers youve done. I would choose navy blue and peach, orange, rust, gold or bronze colors with foe green plants everywhere but i would need twinkle lights somewhere to add in some romance and ambiance for me. Ahhh 🥰

[@LaughCryDIY]

Twinkle lights would be such a vibe!

[@travisdavid-schauwitzer1308]

Love the paint color! And that wallpaper is amazing 🤩

[@LaughCryDIY]

Thank you! I can’t stop with the wallpaper.

[@gabispn13]

I love your "chula" tank top. As a Spanish person, it made me laugh cause the meaning of the word. ❤️

[@LaughCryDIY]

Haha. I got it at a local Latina-owned shop. I love it. I should get one for Baguette.

[@libbyhinson4676]

Love the wallpaper and PEACOCK paint! Beautiful!

[@LaughCryDIY]

That wallpaper is coming back soon 😉

[@QueerlyBeloved386]

Are you REALLY a DIY KZbinr if you don't film your electrocution? Really nice job as usual. The styling of the shelves (chefs kiss)

[@LaughCryDIY]

I was SO MAD I wasn’t filming. Lesson learned: if an outlet cover has been caulked shut and you guys don’t know why and remove it anyway, it might be because something is a little off about that outlet and they didn’t want anyone messing around it. 😂

[@QueerlyBeloved386]

@@LaughCryDIY Glad you're ok. That could've been a real Moment of Hell

[@pixieaeschliman1641]

You, you make me happy in my heart region, you happy heart, mood lifter, silly goose, girl person..!😀

[@LaughCryDIY]

Thank you 😘😘😘 Can I make “silly goose girl person” my new merch?!?!

[@jflo7674]

Gosh! This wallpaper is everything. The entire room looks amazing. Anytime you're in CT and want to makeover a room, let me know. 😉😘🤗

[@LaughCryDIY]

Would love to. ❤️

[@jflo7674]

@@LaughCryDIY 😁

[@jadestone8552]

What an awesome amazing outstanding room makeover!!! My goodness Katie…. This is beautiful!!! Love the color choices to go with the paper.

[@LaughCryDIY]

I think the blue was definitely the right choice. So happy it matched 😬

[@aaaaasashaaaaaa]

The shelves 😍😍😍 that wallpaper. get peacocked, y’all

[@LaughCryDIY]

🦚🦚🦚

[@shonasutley4420]

I want this roooooom!!!! 😍

[@LaughCryDIY]

💙🦚

[@kajnadams]

I feel like you should be a TV host, like if Comedy Central did a DIY show. Wonderful vid as always (just binging and catching up since I only recently discovered your channel).

[@LaughCryDIY]

That would be a dream. 🙏 Fingers crossed someday. In the meantime, binge away!!!!!

[@kissingthedirt]

Omg! And I need that paint tip right now! Perfect. I must be a peacock freak cuz I love the color!

[@kissingthedirt]

Can't get enough. So far my fav. I was planning a different color wall and now....maybe peacock blue! It's just awesome and you two were great to watch.

[@LaughCryDIY]

I’m a little peacock obsessed, and that color ended up being so fun. It’s both cheerful and joyful yet calming and a little moody. Just perfect.

[@offairhead]

I love peacocks but I really hate that wallpaper. Even still, I do love what you did with that room. It looks sooo much better!!

[@pman2916]

New sub here. Just watched this video. Your choice in wallpaper convinced me, you're awesome and I want to follow!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! If you like color and pattern and shenanigans, you’ll be safe here. 😂

[@pman2916]

@@LaughCryDIY 🤔Feeling safe already lol

[@pamtryph2189]

Fabulous wallpaper! Do the directions say to apply the paste to the wall? I've always applied it to the paper and then let is set a certain amount of time (booking) before applying. Perhaps things have changed. In any event, just gorgeous!!

[@LaughCryDIY]

It did say to do it straight to the wall because it was a non-woven paper. Not totally sure why, but I believe this is because it was thinner paper and booking would have made the glue absorb too quickly? The adhesive we used was pretty quick-drying, too. So…yeah. Glad we read the directions. 😂😅

[@rabczanska]

Honestly, it's better to role paste on the paper. Then fold over "booking them" wait at least 5 minutes. Then put on wall. Use a laser line to get the first paper straight.

[@valerieann2751]

Yes, you are correct. Most people don’t know how to do non peel and stick wallpaper anymore . I’m old tho, so I know 😉

[@jacquelinezablocki4578]

Love it all. About to start wallpapering with a bold choice myself. Where did you get the paint edger? Checked your description but didn't see it. Wanted to support you if possible by buying it through a posted link!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Agh! Forgot to add it. I don’t have an affiliate link so grab wherever you can. I’ve seen them in the painting section of every big hardware store. www.homedepot.com/b/Paint-Paint-Supplies-Paint-Edgers/N-5yc1vZc5da

[@kebert2thumbsup]

Also, I am obsessed with that couch! Please ask Maggie where I can get one!

[@LaughCryDIY]

I’ll ask her!

[@LaughCryDIY]

She said it’s from Ashley furniture from forever ago. She said she’ll sell it to you if you’re in Southern California. It’s a bed too. 😂

[@kebert2thumbsup]

@@LaughCryDIY haha. Nope. NW PA! bit of a haul

[@realrich7509]

God i love tips is too easy k

[@LaughCryDIY]

Not sorry

[@saharshams2497]

💜💙💚💛❤💛💚💙💜 This Is Great!! 😃

[@LaughCryDIY]

Get ready to see that wallpaper again

[@kathyw7143]

I'm a Peacock Freak too. We should form a club.😁

[@LaughCryDIY]

Heck yes!

[@debidehm9129]

I would have “Dora the Explorered” that kid by strapping a backpack on him and filling it with books to help unload that room! It’s not child labor if he’s on an adventure.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Hahhahahhahaha. This is genius. Definitely will next time.

[@irenedow5665]

You need to find a peacock farmer or zoo. Peacocks shed their feathers ALL the time and wouldn’t it be cool to put feathers in the room. Natural for the theme.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Yes!!!! I know she’s definitely going to incorporate them. They are such beautiful items to have. I also love to put them in a vase in a low-light room. It makes it feel like you have greenery.

[@briemills9209]

Love the wallpaper! Not a fan of painting built ins wth the wall though, You lose dimension.

[@LaughCryDIY]

Cool! I’ll change it!

[@athriftygoddess6501]

That kid is a task master! Why aren't you working, Tia?

[@LaughCryDIY]

😂 had me on my toes

[@motheranddaughter6855]

Don’t judge me…….. I am not a fan of peacocks at all. This room came out amazing!!!!! You rule girlfriend ❤

[@LaughCryDIY]

To each their own! Just here to give inspiration of what to do or NOT to do 😂

[@sheenab1927]

So Cal?

[@LaughCryDIY]

Yup

[@sheenab1927]

@@LaughCryDIY perfect lol!

[@duikmans]

That's not what I would call a garage... it's more of a warehouse... Love them lamps BTW!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Oh 100%. It’s an antiquity museum.

[@lexiconlover]

the wallpaper's majesty does not come through on camera. I had to change my settings to 2160p 4k to just KIND OF see the true boldness of the colors and had to really look on the peacock's neck to find the gold shimmer you were talking about

[@LaughCryDIY]

Totally. So hard to capture but so beautiful.

[@eded8673]

Looks rather dated and mismatched.

[@LaughCryDIY]

I’ll let her know!

[@midgecoker1751]

Come on! This room is the best💕 BTW - the “miracle” circle included Haze-and yes she is a miracle 💫 and Hank telling you to get to work was perfection. 🦚

[@LaughCryDIY]

Hahaha. We couldn’t have done it without their encouragement and participation. They both got to add their own design to my painting pants too. Wish you were there with us!!!!

[@midgecoker1751]

@@LaughCryDIY 💕

[@olbird7647]

Tia? (Who dat?) Love the kids work-ethic , no lolloping on sofas on their watch. A thoroughly marvelous episode watched while I enjoy a Saturday lie-in 👏👏 Don't want to make you jealous or anything but we had actual peacocks wandering the nurses accomodation where I trained- I think they were left over from it's former glory days as a country mansion 🦚🤷‍♀️🦚

[@LaughCryDIY]

Damn it. I am SO jealous. I know they can be loud as hell, though. But they’re so pretty they make up for it.

[@olbird7647]

@@LaughCryDIY oh definitely loud......all part of the showing off 😁

[@Julierue]

When you, inevitably, take this show on the road, I'd like to hire you to do our basement. kthnxbai. Srsly, always hilarious, thoughtfu,l and fun. And SO GORGEOUS!

[@LaughCryDIY]

Hell yeah. Remind me where you’re watching from?

[@Julierue]

@@LaughCryDIY in a teeny tiny burg called Point of Rocks, Maryland, USA, NA, Planet Earth 💖🌍

[@LaughCryDIY]

@@Julierue well, when I make it to Maryland, you better answer the door.

[@Julierue]

Absolutely! 🚪🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏼‍♀️