Get the designer look for less with this incredible $3.50 Kmart tip!
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If you’ve been browsing around looking for nice decorations to spruce up your home, you may have come across something only to be disappointed when you saw the price tag.
It’s not impossible to find things that are reasonably priced (though it can be time-consuming), but there is an even better way to get the perfect décor without blowing your budget – by creating your own pieces!
Taking to the Kmart Home Decor & Hacks Australia Facebook group, one shopper showed how she only spent $3.50 to recreate a black matte pedestal bowl decoration – saving herself a whopping $100.
'I knew I wanted a matte black pedestal bowl but they are so expensive online,' the woman wrote along with some photos of her finished project.
'So off I go to Kmart where I purchased a Matte Black Dinner Plate and a Matte Black Bowl, and I glued the base of the bowl to the base of the dinner plate with Gorilla Glue.'
Both the Matte Black Dinner Plate and Matte Black Bowl are available to purchase for $1.75, meaning she only spent $3.50 for the entirety of the project.
'Perfect spot for my LED candles to sit on on my kitchen bench' she finished.
If you don’t have any Gorilla Glue on hand, it retails for $11.95 at Bunnings. The good thing is that you’ll have plenty left over for future DIY projects.
The shopper’s post gained traction on the group, amassing over 1,200 reactions and comments from fellow Kmart customers who lauded her for being clever with her nails-on-a-chalkboard budget.
One user wrote: 'Very clever. Looks fantastic.'
'Well done. That looks awesome.' another chimed.
A few more users expressed their excitement over attempting the hack themselves, with one saying: 'I need to do this!'
Another added: 'Genius! Might use this one myself!'
Some DIY enthusiasts shared other ways to repurpose the posh-looking piece of decoration, suggesting: 'Also works as a cake stand and bowl fixed onto a plate makes a good chip and dip bowl.'
'Such a good idea and cheaper. People are now buying the two items from Kmart.' another pointed out.
According to one user, the tip inspired many people to purchase the items from Kmart, leaving employees confused.
The user wrote: 'Kmart staff members did not know this tip and were confused why everyone only buying 1 plate and bowl.'
There you have it, folks! DIY projects have become more popular now than ever with people looking for ways to spruce up their homes. Why not get creative and create something special for your home?
In some cases, doing it yourself (DIY) may be cheaper and easier than buying expensive items. With just a few Kmart items and a bit of imagination and elbow grease, you can create posh-looking pieces without breaking the bank.
The great thing about DIY projects is that they enable you to customise your own product while making the items more affordable at the same time.
If you’re on a tight budget and need to economise, DIY projects can be a great way to get the item you need, while helping to keep costs to a minimum.
So before you fork out for an expensive item online, consider taking on a DIY project. With a few simple supplies and tools, it is possible to make your own unique creations – and save money in the process.
Have you ever tried making something out of Kmart items? What were the results? Share your stories in the comments below!
It’s not impossible to find things that are reasonably priced (though it can be time-consuming), but there is an even better way to get the perfect décor without blowing your budget – by creating your own pieces!
Taking to the Kmart Home Decor & Hacks Australia Facebook group, one shopper showed how she only spent $3.50 to recreate a black matte pedestal bowl decoration – saving herself a whopping $100.
'I knew I wanted a matte black pedestal bowl but they are so expensive online,' the woman wrote along with some photos of her finished project.
The woman managed to recreate a black matte pedestal bowl using budget-friendly items from Kmart. Credit: Facebook/Kmart Home Decor & Hacks Australia.
'So off I go to Kmart where I purchased a Matte Black Dinner Plate and a Matte Black Bowl, and I glued the base of the bowl to the base of the dinner plate with Gorilla Glue.'
Both the Matte Black Dinner Plate and Matte Black Bowl are available to purchase for $1.75, meaning she only spent $3.50 for the entirety of the project.
'Perfect spot for my LED candles to sit on on my kitchen bench' she finished.
If you don’t have any Gorilla Glue on hand, it retails for $11.95 at Bunnings. The good thing is that you’ll have plenty left over for future DIY projects.
The shopper’s post gained traction on the group, amassing over 1,200 reactions and comments from fellow Kmart customers who lauded her for being clever with her nails-on-a-chalkboard budget.
One user wrote: 'Very clever. Looks fantastic.'
'Well done. That looks awesome.' another chimed.
A few more users expressed their excitement over attempting the hack themselves, with one saying: 'I need to do this!'
Another added: 'Genius! Might use this one myself!'
A black matte pedestal bowl usually retails for more than $100 depending on the designer brand. Credit: Temple & Webster.
Some DIY enthusiasts shared other ways to repurpose the posh-looking piece of decoration, suggesting: 'Also works as a cake stand and bowl fixed onto a plate makes a good chip and dip bowl.'
'Such a good idea and cheaper. People are now buying the two items from Kmart.' another pointed out.
According to one user, the tip inspired many people to purchase the items from Kmart, leaving employees confused.
The user wrote: 'Kmart staff members did not know this tip and were confused why everyone only buying 1 plate and bowl.'
There you have it, folks! DIY projects have become more popular now than ever with people looking for ways to spruce up their homes. Why not get creative and create something special for your home?
In some cases, doing it yourself (DIY) may be cheaper and easier than buying expensive items. With just a few Kmart items and a bit of imagination and elbow grease, you can create posh-looking pieces without breaking the bank.
The great thing about DIY projects is that they enable you to customise your own product while making the items more affordable at the same time.
If you’re on a tight budget and need to economise, DIY projects can be a great way to get the item you need, while helping to keep costs to a minimum.
So before you fork out for an expensive item online, consider taking on a DIY project. With a few simple supplies and tools, it is possible to make your own unique creations – and save money in the process.
Have you ever tried making something out of Kmart items? What were the results? Share your stories in the comments below!
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