Dale Avanaganthi Design blogger Erin Loechner faked the color-blocked appearance by taping off the exact same quantity of each leg and making it bright white.

Design blogger Erin Loechner faked the color-blocked appearance by taping off the exact same quantity of each leg and making it bright white.

Produce a Neon Animal Garland Combine two hot trends having an easy-to-create creature garland. Erin Loechner of Design for Mankind bought toy dinosaurs in a discount store, painted them at different neon colors, subsequently attached twine and hangers for a cute kids' room accent.



Make DIY Contemporary Art Brilliant strokes of pink in this painting create high-contrast play against pristine white walls and credenza in this area made by Tara Benet. Catch a canvas and a few brightly-hued leftover paint and make this appearance at home.



Insert Stripes into a Staircase Take a cue from artists Cortney and Robert Novogratz: They painted candy-hued stripes on a plain white staircase to put in a touch of whimsy and fun.



Revamp a Yard Sale Dresser Give a yard sale dresser a brand new appearance (and cover up imperfections) using only a bit of paint. Clean up the drawers, then set them aside and paint the hardware, top and sides with a single hue. Get the full how-to from HGTV Magazine.



Modernize a Traditional Brass Chandelier All it takes to change a classic brass chandelier from fussy and appropriate to functional, fun and fresh? You guessed it A coat of paint.



Paint Thrift Store Candlesticks Bring dated or stained gold candlesticks up-to-date custom mirrors and frames . easily, by adding a coat of paint. For a thoroughly modern look, add candles in same color as your paint like HGTV Magazine did here.



Modernize Drapery Rods You do not need to break your budget to make a completely different window treament look. Paint basic metal drapery rods and rings glowing white, then thread inexpensive, patterned sheers.



Produce a Faux Stair Runner Give a simple white staircase a whole new character by creating a faux runner. Paint the outer borders, add stripes and postage Xs and Os on the risers to get a brand new, whimsical look. Get the full how-to at DIYNetwork.com.



Add Color to a Tired Coat Rack Perk up the entryway with a bright shot of colour. You will enjoy hanging your hat on a rack revamped with a coat of fresh paint, as seen in HGTV Magazine.



Paint a Pattern Freehand a very simple layout, such as this Moroccan-inspired pattern DIY blogger Kristin Fountain Davis created using only a bit of accent paint. Do not worry about imperfections: Slight variations mimic the look of (expensive!) Hand-painted backgrounds.



Add Detail to a Fundamental Door Contractor-grade doors don't have to be dull. Use an accent colour to paint the insets for a modern, picture detail. Design by Kristin Fountain Davis



Paint a Finish Table Make garage sale end tables modern with a coat of high-gloss paint along with some 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, white and black insert graphic punch into this otherwise-neutral bedroom. Layout by Kristin Fountain Davis



Upgrade Bamboo Furniture If you have opened a style magazine recently, you know that painted bamboo furniture pieces are experiencing a resurgence. Transform a cheap Craigslist find into a luxury designer piece with just a coating of high-gloss paint and fresh indoor-outdoor cloth. Layout by Kristin Fountain Davis



Paint the Front Door It takes less paint than you think to add a new hue to your residence's front door. As seen in HGTV Magazine, this timeless home's entrance is electrified with a high-voltage green (Feel the Energy by Benjamin Moore). Watch the remainder of this colorful home.



Paint the China Cabinet Shelves Turn a fundamental glass-front cupboard into a vibrant accent by painting the inside back and shelves. Here, white dishes pop agaist the new soft pink color. For a similar look, try Cool Melon from Behr. See the remainder of this vibrant home featured in HGTV Magazine.



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



Make Quick Painted Animal Bookends A brick and also a set of toy animals seem impossibly luxurious when glued together and painted in one bright hue. Utilize these vibrant, fun pieces to dress up your bookshelves.



Give Basic Pots a Modern Touch Twist plain terra-cotta pots into a unique home for houseplants using just a little paint. Use plain white as the foundation, then match the pot with a rubber ring to tape the asymetrical section. Then, add a bright, entertaining colour.



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



Make Custom Desk Organizers Unify containers such as Mason jars, vases and tin cans to create a matching desk accessory set. All it requires is a coat of bright white paint and a few embellishments.



Painted Picture Frames Empty picture frames gathered at flea markets or craft stores can become an impactful piece of art when painted in harmonious colors and grouped together on a massive wall.



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



Add Bright Trim Infuse a space with delight by painting white trim a fun new shade. Summery coral paint on the trim of this family room contrasts perfectly with the key focal point of the space -- the amazing blue sofa. Photo courtesy of Peppermint Bliss; photo by Emily Anderson



Create a DIY Painted Headboard Add style, colour and feel into your bedroom for this do-it-yourself headboard that seems anything but DIY. A great job for newbie woodworkers, this headboard can be completed in just a few hours and for less than $100.



Turn Hula Hoops Into A Chandelier Oh, the wonder of paint. A coat of a glistening hue can turn fundamental dollar-store hula hoops into a fashionable chandelier. See how Secrets From a Stylist server Emily Henderson did it.



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



Stenciled Baskets Cheap baskets are plentiful at yard sales and thrift stores. Transform them using a stencil and only a small bit of paint.



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



Just a Small Paint? Mix and Match Using sample jars of paint -- only $5 per -- the editors at HGTV Magazine gave this bookcase a glowing, color-blocked makeover. This project is also ideal for those last few inches of a quart of paint.



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



Milk Bottle Makeover Cover clean bottles with a spray primer that works on glass; let dry. Subsequently spray-paint the bottles just within the shirts with vibrantly-colored paint. Watch more flea market pitches from HGTV Magazine.



Nesting Tables This set of nesting tables seems playful once you liven it up with eye catching paint colours. If your tables have lots of nicks or aren't in great state, sand them first. Watch more flea market flips from HGTV Magazine.



Vintage Egg Basket Lighting A bright paint color and a mild strand kit are all you want to transform vintage egg baskets out of a nation relic into a modern pendant lighting, as featured in HGTV Magazine.



Stencil Floral Plates Give mismatched china fresh life by painting on an enjoyable stencil and dangling bits in on a large, empty wall. Get the incremental instructions out of HGTV Magazine.



Stencil a Basic Table With a little paint and a lot of time, you can create a stenciled coffee table motivated by elaborate Moroccan tile work. Learn, courtesy of HGTV Magazine.



Produce Modern, Geometric Wall Art It's amazing what painter's tape, some patience and paint colors can attain. The finished art will look like a contemporary canvas straight out of a museum.



Paint a Chair's Spindles With just a little bit of leftover paint ( even a sample size is going to do!) Adorn a dining chair's spindles using a rainbow of vivid colours. Get the complete instructions from HGTV Magazine.



Add Splash into a Place of Frames Add pops of colour to plain white eyeglasses by painting photo corners or highlighting borders with stripes. Get the full instructions from HGTV Magazine.



Make Hanging Ombre Vases This project is a fun and vibrant way to recycle baby food jars. After they are thrown together, the jars can be used to bring a dash of colour to a plain window.



Bold Bathroom Door Trim Update a drab bathroom door with some trim and a tiny contrasting paint. Get the incremental directions for this simple door makeover.



Paint Within Your Drawers Insert an unexpected splash of color to the inside of your vanity, dresser or nightstand drawers by painting them a bold hue, like this shade of vibrant yellow. Layout by Gregg De Meza, Jennifer Gustafson and Michelle Nelson of De Meza Architecture Interiors



Paint the Mailbox Flag Add immediate curb appeal with a fast and effortless mailbox update for significantly less than $20. Design blogger Erin Loechner painted the traditional red flag a brilliant yellow. Modern letter decals and a straightforward metallic post finish the look.



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



Chevron-Patterned Dresser Give a basic chest of drawers designer dash with a painted chevron pattern in five, four or five of your favorite paint colours.



Painted Bottles These vintage gold bottles likely have a rich background, but you can easily mimic the look by painting additional Mason jars and liquor bottles. Add shine to a bedside table with a group of three tiered pieces. Design by Erinn Valencich



Make Painted Utensils Add a personal touch into basic bamboo utensils by dipping them in your favorite colour. To create them gift-worthy, gradually add white paint to the bottom color as you dip to get an ombre effect.



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



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



Switch Foliage Into Artwork A couple of clippings of foliage and a spray paint change a blank canvas to bright, contemporary wall art.