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Stylish Walmart Home Decor for Every Budget: My Top Picks

Today I’m thrilled to share some amazing and affordable Walmart home decorating ideas. Yes, you read that right—Walmart! You’d be surprised to know they have incredible designer-inspired options for home decor and furniture. Trust me, there are some serious hidden gems waiting to elevate your home without breaking the bank.

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Christina Muscari Christina Muscari

How Much it Really Costs to Make a DIY Fluted Table

Let’s be honest: as much as I love DIY projects, sometimes I question whether I’m really saving money or just pretending I am. This thought always lingers at the end of a project when I’ve poured my time and energy into crafting something, only to realize I might’ve spent more than if I’d just bought it ready-made. So today, I decided to put this debate to the test with a project that’s been in my head for a while: a fluted side table inspired by this one fromJoss and Main for $599.

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Christina Muscari Christina Muscari

Decorate for Christmas With Me + DIY Holiday Wall Art

I am beyond excited to share how I’m decorating my home for Christmas this year. If you're looking for inspiration to make your house cozy and welcoming for the holiday season, you’re in the right place! I’ll also be sharing a few fun Christmas DIYs that are simple yet impactful—perfect for adding your personal touch to your decor. Let’s dive right in!

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Building a New Base: Restoring and Repurposing my Old DIY Furniture Piece

I’m continuing the journey of shutting down my storage unit and bringing some long-forgotten projects back to life. Today, it’s all about restoring a furniture piece I made over a couple of years ago. While it has served me well, its feet have taken quite a beating. I’ll be tackling the base and feet to give it a fresh look so I can get it ready for sale.

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How to Transform Your Home for Fall and Prep for Holiday Hosting

Fall is officially here, and if you're like me, you’re already in the mood for cozy vibes, chilly weather, and pumpkin-spice everything. Today I’m sharing my favorite tips for decorating your home for fall and holiday hosting. With the leaves changing and cooler air setting in, it’s the perfect time to cozy up your space and prepare for those gatherings with family and friends.

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Christina Muscari Christina Muscari

Easy DIY Hutch to Floating Shelf Transformation: $50 Thrift Store Flip (Part 2)

Nobody wanted this hutch at the thrift store. You know the first part of the story—where I snagged it for $50, flipped it, and a million people watched me sell it for $350. But now, it's time for part two. I’ve been holding onto the top of that hutch for months, and today, it's getting its makeover as a floating shelf!

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Christina Muscari Christina Muscari

Flipping End Tables FAST with my Wagner Flexio Paint Sprayer

I'm on a mission to shut down my storage unit, one furniture flip at a time. It's been a long journey with this unit—I’ve had it for two years now, and I think I’m finally ready to let it go. Honestly, it’s been months since I last checked it, so I wasn’t even sure what was inside anymore. But when I got there, to my surprise, there was way less furniture than I thought!

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Christina Muscari Christina Muscari

Can I Still Sell Furniture? Using AI to Stage My Furniture Flips

I’m back with an exciting challenge: flipping furniture for profit on Facebook Marketplace after taking a year-long break. If you’ve been following me on YouTube, you know I’ve been giving furniture makeovers since 2014. However, last year, I stopped selling my furniture flips because YouTube became my main source of income. I have a whole video about that if you want to check it out. I got burned out from constantly flipping and selling furniture, so I started donating my pieces to local shops and friends.

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Christina Muscari Christina Muscari

My Favorite Amazon Decor Finds for Styling Your Home

In today’s post, I'm going to do something a little different: I’m excited to share with you my favorite Amazon decor finds that I use to style my home. Some of these items are so fantastic that I've repurchased them several times over the past year.

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Christina Muscari Christina Muscari

Is Chalk Paint Over? My Journey and Insights

Hey there! If you’re new here, welcome! I’m Christina Muscari, and I’ve been painting furniture on YouTube since 2014. That means it's been a decade since I first encountered chalk paint, the miracle paint that took the DIY world by storm. But now, with so many new paints on the market, you might be wondering: is chalk paint’s reign over? Let’s dive in!

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