‘Beetlejuice vibes’ people yell as woman shows her budget slow-reno that’s transformed her home from dull to ‘beautiful’
A CASH-SAVVY mum has wowed people with her epic ”Beetlejuice” home makeover on a budget.
Sprucing up your home can oftentimes set you back thousands – but thrifty mum Bea Maskery recently proved that doesn’t need to be the case, and the jaw-dropping glow-up is sure to inspire you.
According to Bea, the family moved into their new home at the start of the year and spent several months giving it more character.
But while they had been refurbishing it since January and the process was time-consuming, the DIY lovers managed to slash the costs – and the results were totally worth the wait and effort.
Taking to the popular DIY On A Budget Official page on Facebook, Bea stunned fellow members, sharing images of their home before and after the fabulous slow-reno.
When the crafty woman first moved into the home, the rooms looked pretty basic – the living space, for instance, had neutral white walls, a few photos framed on the wall, a large sofa and a rug in the middle.
The kitchen, although clean, was pretty drab and drearily dull, featuring black tiled flooring, simple white cupboards and tile splashback of the same tone.
The overall aesthetic was not much different in the bedroom, which boasted a leather armchair, a fluffy grey rug and a small study table.
However, with a little bit of creativity and artistic vision, Bea managed to give the lacklustre rooms a totally new image, leaving Facebook users open-mouthed.
The once-white walls were replaced with a funky black-and-white theme and the living room was also filled with plenty of décor and photo frames.
The ”spooky” makeover – perfect for the upcoming Halloween season – also saw Bea ditch the old basic sofa for a more chic black version.
The kitchen, too, underwent an epic makeover, with the dull cupboards now gleaming in turquoise – a great contrast with the black tiles.
According to Bea, who also added a gorgeous clock right above the stove, she had snapped the stunning paint from Dunelm.
Fellow DIY fanatics can try out a small test pot of the lovely shade for just £3 – or bag a 5l pot for £32.
The black theme was also introduced into the bedroom, which now featured a comfy bed with black bedding, a matching headboard, two floating shelves ornamented with plants, books and other bits and bobs.
10 DIY hacks for under £1 each
These simple and affordable DIY hacks can help you get creative while saving money
Homemade Air Freshener:
Mix baking soda with a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Place it in a small jar with a perforated lid to keep your home smelling fresh.
Upcycled Tin Can Planters:
Clean and paint empty tin cans to use as stylish planters for herbs or small plants.
Custom Phone Stand:
Use a sturdy piece of cardboard or an old plastic credit card to create a custom phone stand. Decorate it with washi tape or paint.
DIY Lip Scrub:
Combine sugar and a bit of honey or coconut oil to make a natural lip scrub. Store in a small container.
Personalised Bookmarks:
Use old greeting cards or decorative paper to create unique bookmarks. Punch a hole at the top and add a ribbon for a finishing touch.
Decorative Mason Jars:
Paint or decoupage old mason jars to use as decorative vases, storage containers, or candle holders.
Easy Cable Organiser:
Use empty toilet paper rolls to organize cables and cords. Decorate the rolls with colorful paper or tape.
Magnetic Spice Jars:
Attach small magnets to the lids of small jars and stick them to a metal board or fridge for easy-access spice storage.
Handmade Coasters:
Cut out squares from old corkboard or felt and decorate them with paint or fabric to create custom coasters.
Natural All-Purpose Cleaner:
Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle. Add a few drops of essential oil for a pleasant scent. Use it to clean surfaces around your home.
Sharing the sensational glow-up, Bea wrote: F”inally after months of slowly decorating, we have ALMOST finished our home that we moved into in January.
”Everything has been done on a budget (which is why it’s taken so long).
”The before photos are from the previous tenant and we have a lot more stuff than they did!
”So we had to squeeze it all in, and our son will soon be moving into his sisters room, so we’ll be able to finish our bedroom then!”
The epic makeover has clearly impressed many, as close to 600 people gave the post a like, with dozens flocking to comments to praise Bea.
One wrote: ”I love your home.”
Another compared the black-and-white to a cult favourite classic that’s now landed at cinemas.
”Beetlejuice vibes.”
”Looks amazing, well done,” a third chimed in.
”This looks amazing I didn’t think I would like a striped wall but that looks stunning,” a Facebook member said.