Decorate Your Living Room For CHEAP! | Budget Designer Tricks

Transform your living room on a budget and decorate with these pro designer hacks! Let's take your living room from cheap to chic! 🛋️💡 From affordable flat-pack sofas to stylish washable rugs, I’m sharing all the insider tips to create a luxe look for less. Discover the charm of vintage finds, the practicality of IKEA slipcovers, and the magic of layering smaller pieces for big impact. Plus, get savvy with second-hand shopping and elevate your space without breaking the bank. Ready to make your dream living room a reality? Watch now and start decorating smarter! ✨🛒 #InteriorDesign #BudgetFriendly #LivingRoomMakeover #DIYDecor #garrettlechic
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00:00 - intro
00:30 - Slipcover Sofas
03:42 - Shop Vintage
06:53 - Layer Small Pieces
10:26 - Great Drapes
13:00 - Accessories
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[@j.t.1215]

Who here thinks it would be so much fun to attend an estate sale with Garrett? Me, me, me!!!😁

[@glorianelson9538]

YES!

[@glenysburgoyne7128]

Me also!

[@TheStipple]

Oh yes please

[@martisterin4149]

Not me - we both have the same tast so we sould be up against each other for the same items😆

[@maryelizabeth2751]

Garrett, I can’t figure out why you don’t have a million subscribers yet. If the algorithm were fair, you would be there already, because YOU DESERVE IT! Best designer ever, and entertaining to boot!

[@glenysburgoyne7128]

I too wonder about subscribers - Garrett is the bomb!

[@bettysuffle]

He'll get there.

[@daphblue]

Two of my great aunts are sisters and live together, and are retired. They go to estate sales, antique stores, and find marketplace stuff for me in their area and have found some amazing pieces. I am so blessed, because they have all the time in the world while I don’t. And best of all is that it’s fun for them.

[@sabrinasmith6589]

Hi Garrett. I couldn't agree with you more concerning window treatments. The proper drapery is part of the show, not just something covering the window so people can't see in.

[@bricksloth6920]

Vintage lamps are a great way to add character without busting the budget.

[@saraheschweiler4939]

@Garrett LeChic, inspired by your closing comments, here's a brief recollection for you: When I was young & living in England during my junior year in college, I met a delightful woman of similar age, named Margaret W---, who was studying at the Courtold (spelling?) Art Institute. We became good friends & one evening at her flat, she & I were sharing various cheeses & biscuits, along with a bottle of extremely inexpensive red wine she'd selected. With a tipsy yet charming laugh, Margaret raised her glass in a toast, & said in her elegant English accent, "You know, the lovely thing about Spanish plonk is--the more you drink of it, the better it gets!" ☺️🥂🍾🥂😉

[@bettysuffle]

The last comment on abstract art made me smile 🥂

[@aprilbean5561]

I love that! I'm seeing Cornelius just little bits of Cornelius! And I love that for me! I hope he's doing good and you and your husband are too.

[@TheStipple]

I have two Ruggables. My dog has helped me prove they are washable and last and last. A great addition to any house with pets, children, clumsy friends, etc.

[@marlao2317]

I'm building an almost 10-feet long TV bench by using two IKEA Besta TV bench frames (a 3 across and a 2 across), and using a 4x8 piece of 3/4-inchprefinished birch plywood to cover it in. The lumber yard did all the cuts to create two top pieces, two side pieces and five doors. I'musing birch edge banding to cover the plywood layers along the edges of each piece. I screwed top/sides onto to the IKEA benches from the inside. and will be drilling the appropriate holes to use the IKEA hinges. $145 for the Besta frame, $90 for the plywood, $30 for the cuts, $40 for the edge banding, and $20 for a concealed hinge kit (template for the holes, plus a specialized drill bit). Plus another $40 to get longer furniture feet - both because I want something longer than what IKEA offers, and also so that it doesn't look like IKEA. My main point is that you can use something like an IKEA piece of furniture or something from Craig's List as your base and then customize it to make it completely different and far more expensive.

[@marlao2317]

FWIW, adding the plywood also makes the TV bench far stronger than the original frames from IKEA.

[@dianemason1356]

I think this is One of the best presentations you have done.

[@MizJilly]

I can't describe why, but this was the most high-end feeling video I've enjoyed on this channel. Was it your sharing your own shopping experiences? The fact that the tips were real and not silly things you see on the internets like "have fresh flowers?" I don't know. But I felt like you are a designer I could work with.

[@katrinacool]

I use to love going to estate sales with my mother in Washington DC! She had an excellent eye for a good antique and I just loved to find a vintage piece at a great price. Wonderful memories! Excellent advice as always Garrett! 😊🥰❤️😍☺️🌴☀️🦩🥰❤️🥰❤️

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks for sharing!! I appreciate your support.

[@queenmarynovelwriter5397]

We were raised in NW DC.

[@martisterin4149]

Hi Garrett - I can't believe you mentioned the Sam Vimes boots theory! Yes, I'm a diehard fan of Terry Pratchett. A few weeks ago my new-to-me dining chairs arrived from Chairish. They are so beautiful I started shaking as they were brought in. Tomorrow I'm off to an estate sale with my husband.

[@1khwab]

A very good morning Garrett, Thank you for the very wonderful vlog. This is such a perfect episode for anyone who buys a house and then they have to think about the interiors and the cost associated with it, but if they watch this episode for sure they are sorted. I would like to convey that you are getting so wonderful with every episodes. Touchwood ♥️ I personally am not fond of slip covers especially if you don’t have a high ceiling but I totally understand the practicality of what you are saying. Yes one of the most expensive things that I have got done is window treatment by pulling in a designer specialised only in the drapes. It paid off very very well. Thanks to you for making me look the vintage way and yes I have collected vase and paintings and I have found a new love for vintage things and luckily I was able to educate my little family about it. The right exposure does matter. You are as usual gorgeous human and a wonderful interior designer and am so blessed to find you in this big world😍 Have a beautiful weekend and see you soon..xx

[@TheStipple]

Anyone else getting Superman vibes from the iconic curl Garrett is sporting today? His talk today is a super one on budget opportunities for sure.

[@GarrettLeChic]

lol Thank you! The video didn’t come out today though. It came out yesterday at 1pm PST. 😊

[@TheStipple]

​@@GarrettLeChic KZbin hides notifications at times I've sadly noticed. Setting my calendar up for Thursday and Sunday to remind me if KZbin doesn't

[@kristineg8769]

I just love how real you are. thank you so much for these videos. They are like going to class

[@carolnaples5737]

Garrett, I love how you respond to all the comments. Also another great video!!!

[@LibertyBelleReacts]

​​I can't wait until I have the money for a one on one consultation. I am stuck designing my peacock room. I have the Victorian ballon chair, Victorian sofa, taxidermy peacock, grandfather clock and a collection of vintage Brazilian blue morpho butterfly trays though.

[@j.t.1215]

I have the most fabulous peacock ring from Heidi Daus!!! I LOVE peacocks and all of their colors. A moody vibe would be be so much fun using a peacock theme.

[@e.pat.256]

I feel like I would book an appointment only to chat about life😂 Garrett seems like such an extraordinary person❤

[@GarrettLeChic]

Awesome! I look forward to having a consultation with you.

[@patriciarobinson5909]

I have an ikea sofa in my cottage and it’s lasted for years! I wash the cover as needed and it is very sturdy!

[@dawnsdream6206]

Garrett, thank you for yet another informative and entertaining video. I’ve gained so much knowledge on home decor since I’ve found you on KZbin.Your straight forward style is honest and I love that for me!

[@inatwho]

LOVE this!!!!!! Garret; you are a design GENIUS!!!

[@RachelReiss]

People should bear in mind that anything preowned with fabric/upholstery needs to be checked very carefully for bedbugs.

[@nitamccall9289]

Hello Le Chic family…. Enjoyed the video and the comments…..haven’t had a lot of time watching lately but when I do…. This family is my favorite ❤️…. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@wendykornfein3337]

Your example on drapery, invaluable to me.

[@sp-bl1sl]

We know what book you are talking about. Even if you can AfFORD it, don't bother. And, you are so right about crystal-"nobody wants it" but I always get compliments on mine. Especially about my Waterford King's Bowl. I found it at an estate sale about seven years ago as I was waiting in line to buy a $1 leather bound book.The bowl was sitting on top of a stack of pillows and sheets near the check out--$15. I got to the check out and they said "$8." Everything was half off that day. Took it to the car and went back in to buy more stuff!!! Last week, I taught my 7 y.o. nephew and 5 y.o. niece how to find a Waterford mark.

[@mariacabrera2850]

I love your recommendation of using old books to source for artwork! You suggested that for me during my private consultation! I love that for me!🖤

[@alittlebitofthisandthatwit3143]

Hello 👋 I love decorating with highs and lows and I just discovered that there’s a legit IKEA store the Massive one here in PR not just the small showroom one I’ve been going too 🙄 great video, I just love your channel 😊

[@Asphodel27one]

Estate sales are the way to go, especially on the last day - 50% off day! I have decorated much of my house with wonderful Midcentury items and Arts & Crafts antiques. Items at estate sales have been treasured and are usually in great condition.

[@TMB62]

You are speaking my language on the washing part of these first two items.

[@shannaneddington2853]

Love the book page art idea!

[@marlao2317]

One trick I used was getting inexpensive curtains ($25-30 per pair) and doubling them up, i.e. putting one pair on one side of the window and another pair on the other side. There's semi-sheer, so an individual curtain looks a bit thin, but doubling them makes them look far fuller. Because I rarely close them (they're wall decor, not window treatments) since I there with shear curtain on a double rod, I haven't bothered stitching them together. I was also picky about the fabric, and kept looking I found curtains with a poly-linen blend that look pretty close to more expensive linen curtains.

[@saraheschweiler4939]

@Garrett LeChic, thank you for your thoughtful & resourceful recommendations! As always, sending much appreciation to you! 🌿💐🌿😊💚😘🌿💐🌿

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you! You too!

[@midlifemom5829]

Nice estate sales in Southern California are few and far between. I would love to incorporate those treasures to my transitional design style

[@rusticrye5413]

Another really useful video, Garrett. Thank you so much!

[@LucyLemmon]

Terrific tips! Especially framing pictures from a book.

[@wendykornfein3337]

Your pieces are so lovely...

[@theresayarbrough3145]

I love plantation shutters in houses. How about you?

[@e.pat.256]

I tuned in as soon as the notification popped out😂🎉🎉🎉

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! I appreciate it.

[@amyweaver7413]

I love that I continue to learn from you.

[@audreygreene9031]

Love the video and love your hair 👌🏻😻

[@sandrateal8723]

This video is really useful Garrett. Thank you

[@karenfuglie7055]

Are your drapes supposed to round the corner on the rod or better yet how far away from the window edge should your drape end.

[@user-xy6hs4tw9p]

As always, excellent video. Your ideas are innovative & useful. Thanks for another entertaining & instructive video 🌸

[@patriciarobinson5909]

Ruggable rugs! Great if you have pets!

[@denisemdb60]

Thanks for doing this one!

[@lyndafowler-stevens9246]

Can’t wait!

[@lainey3815]

Great advice! ❤

[@lucywood5545]

I thought your IKEA design video reinforces the points you made here, almost anyone can have a beautiful space. It is more about thought and creativity and less about money

[@meridethhendry5733]

Great video! Love this for me❤️

[@GarrettLeChic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@queenmarynovelwriter5397]

I was just looking at my sofa cover going, "Hhhmmmm". Ha ha.

[@barbarak2836]

I have an old, tired couch. (It was old and tired years ago when a friend gave it to me.) Anyway, I recently added slipcovers to it, and it looks wonderful. It is still somewhat uncomfortable, but looks so much better!

[@glenysburgoyne7128]

Garrett, coffee table books end up in flee markets and garage sales (husband just stated this)! Your sensible advice is welcome. I will be contacting you about design services soon even though mid century modern is not your thing - we are baby boomers and this is one design aesthetic we can agree on. I do appreciate your design aesthetic because (in my twenties) I loved Delft ( blue and white), crystal (Canadian = pinwheel), Monet (ala Impressionist = soft, dreamy office/studio art). I know that you will be fabulous and subsume your inclinations to help advise me.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! I work with people that like many types of design styles. My personal design style doesn’t affect how I assist others. Getting a degree in interior design has exposed me to a world of styles and design concepts. I happen to like mid century modern. In fact, I have two Milo Baughman swivel chairs in my home. I’m glad to assist with mid century modern. I look forward to a virtual consultation with you.

[@hermitgirl34]

❤

[@catchert2909]

I'm so happy I found you!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Yay! Welcome to the channel. It’s great to have you as a part of our very valued subscriber family.

[@peachfountain]

I'm a mom of 3, I welcome every tip you have for budget friendly that looks good and lasts! 🩷 Edit: 16:19 drink your home beautiful 😂

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@gracegamboa1819]

❤❤❤

[@joanvoss7512]

Garrett honey those framed pictures behind you ... I had almost the exact same in my room as a kid. You have absolutely superb taste... you should be a consultant for celebrities. I am not bragging okay I am friends with a celebrity who has a living room that could use a makeover but she is always touring and lives out of a suitcase.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! I consult with people of average means to the very wealthy. I would be glad to assist her. All she needs is her iPhone or zoom if she prefers and an hour. I’m sure I can make a big impact for her quickly. intro.co/garrettlechic to book. In the meantime, I really need my followers to please watch the videos within the first hour of them being posted as much as possible to help the channel grow. Thanks for your support!

[@malibufunnyfarmpumpkinpatc2758]

Can you talk about non toxic sofas, furniture, etc

[@GarrettLeChic]

I can, but I’m not taking requests until more of the viewership starts watching most of the videos within the first hour after we post them so as to help us grow on the platform. I discussed that on the live I did for everyone last Sunday. Many of my colleagues are receiving this courtesy and I’m just asking for the same especially given the quality of our videos.

[@visitingfromsantafe1329]

And when would that be?

[@GarrettLeChic]

@@visitingfromsantafe1329 Thursdays 1pm PST and Sundays 10am PST

[@batcactus6046]

Actually modern librarians ware the worst destroyers of books. My local library has been purged of John Updike and filled with Danielle Steel.

[@queenmarynovelwriter5397]

Hi Cornelius.

[@amyann47]

We were quoted 18k for Roman shades 😭 absolutely not. I will be checking out your Amazon store!!!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Yay! Enjoy.

[@jiali335]

You should do a subscriber re design. ... Design ideas for rooms for your subs!

[@GarrettLeChic]

I’ve done it in the past. I would consider doing it again once we see that more people are helping the channel grow by watching the videos within the first hour after they are posted which is key for the algorithm. Among other things, we discussed this important issue in the live I did for everyone last Sunday.

[@jiali335]

@@GarrettLeChic just discovered your channel and love it

[@GarrettLeChic]

@@jiali335 Awesome! Welcome to the channel. It’s great to have you as a part of our very valued subscriber family. I post videos on Thursdays at 1pm Pacific Time and Sundays at 10am Pacific Time.😊