Reselling
The first few years of this blog literally started because Robert and I were newlyweds barely scraping by to pay our bills. I had to refinish and sell thrifted furniture to help us make it paycheck to paycheck.
Related: How to Find the Best Deals and Sell on Facebook Marketplace
Repurposing
I looked at what we had and would brainstorm every way possible to reuse items in some new way.
I would move items to new rooms, find ways to reuse leftover paint or scrap wood, and I would scour Facebook Marketplace for free items to give them new life.
Focusing on Order
I would get so stressed out asking myself, “Are we going to make it?” My solution was usually to set a timer for 20 minutes to clean and tidy as much as possible in my path. I called it my “rage cleaning” sessions.
Related: How to Declutter Your Home Quickly with These Organizer Secrets
And do you know what happened? I fell in love with the process of making big changes in our home for as little money as possible!
Not only did the creative process help me with mental burnout, but the end result of a peaceful home helped me emotionally too. It doesn’t have to cost much to make that happen.
If you’ve been feeling stressed lately but you crave a peaceful haven for your family, the list in this blog post is for you.
I hope it helps you find peace and excitement and even more appreciation for the home you have.
