Erin Loechner of Design for Mankind bought toy dinosaurs at a discount store, painted them in various neon colours, then attached twine and figurines to get a cute kids' room accent.

Make a Neon Animal Garland Blend two hot trends with an easy-to-create creature garland. Erin Loechner of Design for Mankind bought toy dinosaurs at a discount store, painted them in various neon colours, then attached twine and figurines to get a cute kids' room accent.

Produce DIY Contemporary Art Brilliant strokes of pink in this painting create high-contrast drama against pure white walls and credenza in this area made by Tara Benet. Grab a canvas and some brightly-hued leftover paint and create this look at home.

Insert Stripes Take a cue from designers Cortney and Robert Novogratz: They painted candy-hued stripes onto a plain white staircase to put in a hint of whimsy and fun.

Revamp a Lawn Sale Dresser Give a yard sale dresser a brand new look (and cover up imperfections) with just a little bit of paint. Clean up the drawers, then set them aside and paint the components, top and sides with one colour. Get the full how-to from HGTV Magazine.

Modernize a Traditional Brass Chandelier All it requires to change a classic brass chandelier from fussy and formal to practical, fun and fresh? You guessed it A coat of white paint.

Paint Thrift Store Candlesticks Bring dated or tarnished gold candlesticks up-to-date residential window walls . easily, by adding a coating of paint. For a totally modern appearance, add candles at same hue as your paint such as HGTV Magazine failed this.

Modernize Drapery Rods You do not need to break your budget to make a whole new window treament look. Paint fundamental metallic drapery rods and rings glowing white, then thread inexpensive, patterned sheers.

Produce a Faux Stair Runner Give a plain white staircase a whole new personality by creating a faux runner. Paint the outer borders, add stripes and postage Xs and Os on the risers for a new, whimsical appearance. Get the complete how-to at DIYNetwork.com.

Add Color to a Tired Coat Rack Perk up the entryway with a shot of colour. You'll love hanging your hat on a rack revamped using a coat of fresh paint, as noticed in HGTV Magazine.

Paint a Pattern Freehand a simple design, such as this Moroccan-inspired pattern DIY blogger Kristin Fountain Davis created using just a little bit of contrasting paint. Don't worry about imperfections: little variations mimic the appearance of (pricey!) Hand-painted wallpapers.

Add Detail into a Basic Door Contractor-grade doors do not have to be boring. Use an accent colour to paint the insets for a modern, picture detail. Layout by Kristin Fountain Davis

Paint an End Table Make garage sale finish tables modern with a coat of high-gloss paint and a new hardware. Design by Kristin Fountain Davis

Produce Your Own Abstract Art Make an abstract diptych on canvas by brushing on circles in several sizes atop a contrasting background. Here, black and white insert graphic punch into this otherwise-neutral bedroom. Layout by Kristin Fountain Davis

Update Bamboo Furniture If you've opened a style magazine recently, you realize that painted pine furniture pieces are experiencing a resurgence. Transform a cheap Craigslist find to a high-end designer piece with only a coat of high-gloss paint and new indoor-outdoor fabric. Design by Kristin Fountain Davis

Paint the Front Door It takes less paint than you intend to add a new colour to your residence's front door. As seen in HGTV Magazine, this classic home's entrance is luxuriously with a high-voltage green (Feel the Energy from Benjamin Moore). See the remainder of this colorful home.

Paint the China Cabinet Shelves Turn a fundamental glass-front cabinet into a vibrant accent by painting the interior back and shelves. Here, white dishes pop agaist the new soft pink hue. For a similar look, try Cool Melon by Behr. Watch the rest of this colorful residence featured in HGTV Magazine.

Give a Bathroom Vanity a Modern Update Give an old dressing table a fast makeover with fresh paint and repurposed door knockers.

Create Painted Animal Bookends A brick and a set of toy critters look impossibly high-end when glued together and painted in one bright hue. Utilize these colorful, fun bits to dress up your bookshelves.

Give Basic Pots a Modern Touch Turn plain terra-cotta pots into a special home for houseplants using just a little paint. Use plain white as the base, then fit the pot with a rubber band to easily tape the asymetrical section. After that, put in a bright, fun colour.

Embellish a Lamp Base Have a cue in this project featured in HGTV Magazine and dress up a basic lamp having fun polka dots. This project uses gold leaf, but you could create a similar look using paint along with a stippling brush.

Create Custom Desk Organizers Unify containers like Mason jars, vases and tin cans to make a fitting desk accessory set. All it requires is a coating of bright white paint and a couple of embellishments.

Painted Picture Frames Empty picture frames accumulated in flea markets or craft shops can become an impactful part of art when painted in colours that were harmonious and grouped together on a massive wall.

Customize a Basic Bookcase A plain white bookcase comes to life with a bright hue peeking out behind novels, baskets or toys.

Add Bright Trim Infuse a room with delight by painting white trim a pleasure new shade. Summery coral paint on the cut of this living room contrasts perfectly with the key focus of the room -- the wonderful blue couch. Photo courtesy of Peppermint Bliss; photograph by Emily Anderson

Make a DIY Painted Headboard Add style, color and feel into your bedroom with this living room headboard that seems anything but DIY. A great project for newcomer woodworkers, this headboard can be finished in just a couple hours and for under $100.

Turn Hula Hoops Into A Chandelier Oh, the wonder of paint. A coat of a shiny hue can turn fundamental dollar-store hula hoops to a stylish chandelier. See how Keys By a Stylist host Emily Henderson did it.

Make a Dropcloth Tablecloth Create a chic and affordable tablecloth with a basic dropcloth. Use painter's tape and white paint to make stripes, triangles or your customized layout.

Stenciled Baskets Inexpensive baskets are plentiful at yard sales and thrift stores. Transform them by means of a stencil and only a small little paint.

Made-Over Modern Desk Play up a vintage desk's midcentury modern fashion by painting drawer fronts lime and lemon, such as HGTV Magazine failed here.

Only a Little Paint? Mix and Match Employing sample jars of paint -- just $5 each -- the editors in HGTV Magazine gave this bookcase a glowing, color-blocked makeover. This project can also be ideal for those last few inches of a quart of paint.

Paint Vintage Luggage Beat-up older suitcases take on new life when painted with a glowing new colour. Stack a set as a bedside stand, or use only one to store photos or paperwork under a games table.

Milk Bottle Makeover Cover clean bottles using a spray primer which operates on glass; allow dry. Then spray-paint the bottles and just within the tops with vibrantly-colored paint. Watch more flea market flips from HGTV Magazine.

Nesting Tables This set of nesting tables turns lively once you liven it up with eye catching paint colors. In case your tables have a lot of nicks or aren't in good state, sand them. See more flea market flips from HGTV Magazine.

Vintage Egg Basket Lighting A bright paint colour and a mild strand kit are all you need to transform classic egg baskets from a nation relic into a modern pendant lighting, as featured in HGTV Magazine.

Stencil Floral Plates Give mismatched china new life by painting on a fun stencil and hanging pieces in on a large, vacant wall. Get the step-by-step directions out of HGTV Magazine.

Stencil a Basic Table With just a little paint and a lot of time, you may produce a stenciled coffee table inspired by intricate Moroccan tile work. Learn how, courtesy of HGTV Magazine.

Geometric Wall Art, produce Modern It is astonishing what painter's tape, some patience and paint colors can achieve. The finished art will appear to be a modern canvas directly from a museum.

Paint a Chair's Spindles With just a little bit of leftover paint ( a sample size will do!) Adorn a dining chair's spindles with a rainbow of colors. Get the complete instructions from HGTV Magazine.

Add Splash Add pops of colour to frames that are white that are plain by highlighting borders with stripes or painting photo corners. Get the full instructions from HGTV Magazine.

Make Hanging Ombre Vases This job is a fun and vibrant way to recycle baby food jars. The jars can be used to add a dash of colour as soon as they are thrown together.

Bold Bathroom Door Trim Update a bathroom door with some trim and a little contrasting paint. Get the incremental instructions for this very simple door makeover.

Paint Inside Your Drawers Insert an unexpected splash of colour to the interior of your dressing table, dresser or nightstand drawers by painting them a bold hue, like this shade of vivid yellow. Layout of De Meza Architecture Interiors by Jennifer Gustafson, Gregg De Meza and Michelle Nelson

Paint the Mailbox Flag Add curb appeal with a quick and effortless mailbox update for significantly less than $20. Design blogger Erin Loechner painted the conventional red flag a vibrant yellow. Contemporary letter decals and a metallic pole that is simple complete the look.

Dip-Dyed Stool Dip your toe into the the dip-dying fashion with this easy, budget-friendly accent. Layout blogger Erin Loechner faked the color-blocked appearance by taping the exact same amount of each leg and making it bright white.

Chevron-Patterned Dresser Give a basic chest of drawers designer dash using a painted chevron pattern in five, five or seven of your favourite paint colours.

Painted Bottles These gold bottles have a rich background, but it is simple to mimic the look by painting spirits bottles and additional Mason jars. Add glow with a group of three pieces that are . Design by Erinn Valencich

Make Painted Utensils Add a personal touch into fundamental bamboo utensils by dipping them in your favorite colour. To make them gift-worthy add white paint as you dip to get an effect.

Make a Painted Market Basket Customize a natural seagrass basket with the addition of bold designs at a vibrant summer color.

Ginger Jar Lamp Makeover Never let the color of a lamp dissuade you from carrying it. Ginger jar lamps are readily available at thrift stores (that one was only $6), and can be easily updated with a couple of coats of paint.

Switch Foliage Into Artwork A few clippings of foliage and some spray paint transform a blank canvas into bright, contemporary wall art.