Who doesn’t love to watch “Fixer Upper” on HGTV? I am addicted to it, and get inspired to redecorate my home with every episode. One of the reasons I love the show is the relationship between Chip and Jo – they are a great team, and their love and respect for each other is apparent. So many TV shows focus on disagreements and rivalry, and it is refreshing to see two people actually working together. I also love Joanna’s style, and here are some easy and inexpensive ways to incorporate her style into your home…

1. Antique kitchen scales

In just about every episode, I see Joanna use an old kitchen scale to decorate. They are a great way to add color and character to your kitchen. (And come in handy if you actually need to weigh something!) You can find these in antique and junk stores for pretty cheap, or can buy them online. One of the antique stores in my area had about twenty of them in a variety of colors and sizes last week, all for under $15, and I had to stop myself from buying another one!

2. Adding dimension to your walls

When decorating your walls, look for pieces that will add dimension. Not everything on the wall has to be a picture or a mirror. This distressed metal piece ($30 at Hobby Lobby) hangs above our bed instead of a headboard. I included a close-up picture so you could see the details in color. This old mirror (free from an old house that was being torn down) hangs in our bathroom, giving character to the walls. You can add a hanger to the back of just about anything and turn it into a wall decoration.

3. Vintage signs

I’ve noticed Joanna using old signs in several homes, including her own. This picture doesn’t show the distressing very well, but I fell in love with this wooden “Grocery” sign and hung it in my kitchen.

4. Old wooden boxes

Visit any junk or antique store, and you will find dozens of old wooden boxes. Cigar boxes, tool boxes, old crates, wooden drawers… They come in all sizes and all colors. I have no idea what this small wooden box was originally used for, but it is now holding my son’s crayons on the desk. This blue one is an old toolbox, and I haven’t decided what I’m going to do with it yet, so for now it is resting in my kitchen window. The spaces inside are the perfect size for mason jars, so I may put some flowers in them, or put it outside and use as an herb planter. Old boxes are an easy way to add character to any room. You could use one to hold everything on your bathroom counter, to store your kids’ small toys or art supplies, or to hold kitchen spices or utensils.

5. Clocks

I’m sure you’ve noticed the huge clock on Joanna’s wall, but small clocks like these add character as well, and are much cheaper. This one was $6 at an outlet store. They are great to add to nightstands and bookshelves to give dimension.

6. Flowers and greenery

Fresh flowers and plants are wonderful, but fake ones can be just as charming. Joanna has several you can order from her website magnoliamarket.com, or you can pick up some at a craft store. Being from Louisiana, the cotton stems are my favorite.

7. Pretty soaps

Watch any episode of “Fixer Upper” and you’ll see a pretty bottle of hand soap at the kitchen sink. For just a few dollars (these were $3 at T.J. Maxx) you can make your kitchen or bathroom look much fancier just by using cute soap.

Of course you can always use french doors, custom furniture, unique light fixtures, sliding barn doors, wooden beams and shiplap to incorporate Joanna’s style into your home, but if you are on a tight budget like myself, these are some inexpensive ideas. Happy decorating!

Thanks y’all!

  – Nikki