Average But Inspired

Inspiring creativity at home with crafts, DIY, and home decor projects.

About Bre

About Bre of Average But Inspired

Hi!  Thanks for stopping by!  I’m Bre, and I’m so glad you’re here.

Average But Inspired is where I share my ideas for creating a home you love without spending a lot of money.  My 1920’s home just outside of Chicago is the place where my DIY experiments happen, and I’ve found that it’s amazing what you can do with a little creativity and a willingness to try.

My projects are always simple and inexpensive because: (a) I usually don’t know what I’m doing; (b) I’m on a budget and can’t afford expensive screw ups; and (c) I only have so much time in each day to devote to my hobbies.  I truly believe that if I can do this stuff, anybody can.

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Stenciled Chair Seats – A Thrifty and Fun Kitchen Chair Makeover

Thank you to Cutting Edge Stencils for providing the stencil used in this project and the prize to be awarded in the giveaway.  The project and opinions are all my own. One thing I love is giving a plain object new life and personality with a simple change.  Stenciling the seats of my beat up kitchen […]

Two-Tone Painted Dresser Makeover in Cypress Vine Green and Wood

Have you ever had a vision of how something would look in your home – and you were convinced it would be awesome?  That’s what happened to me when I purchased this antique tall dresser in a Facebook resale group recently.  I knew it would be gorgeous in my living room (to take the place […]

Chalk Painted Drop Leaf Table Makeover

Several weeks ago my kids and I were driving when I spotted a table in the alley behind our church.  Like the dedicated furniture hoarder that I am, I immediately threw the car into reverse and backed into the alley to check it out.  It was an old drop leaf table that hadn’t sold at […]