Average But Inspired

Inspiring creativity 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.  First, my 1920’s home just outside of Chicago is the place where my love for DIY experiments blossomed.  Now, I live in a 1970’s home outside of Milwaukee, 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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My Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring Review: Luxury Vinyl Plank Pros and Cons

Last month we installed Tranquility 5mm Copper Ridge Oak luxury vinyl plank flooring from Lumber Liquidators in our living room and basement.  We replaced white carpeting in the living room and some composite flooring in the basement that had been damaged when our furnace leaked.  Because vinyl plank is increasingly becoming a popular flooring choice, […]

DIY Accent Wall: How to Paint a Grid Accent Wall

In my old house, you saw a beautiful staircase and arched doorways when you walked in the front door.  In my new house, you see a large wall and a 1970’s-style funky staircase with ugly carpeting.  Not exactly the best first impression.  (This is the photo from the real estate listing.  Yes, multiple people asked […]

Dated Oak China Cabinet Makeover

Our new house came with some nice architectural features, but they were all pretty dated.  I already tackled a makeover of our 1970s stone fireplace, and most recently finished the built-in dated oak china cabinet makeover, which has made a HUGE difference in my dining room already!   Here’s the built-in oak china cabinet a little […]

How to Update Mirrored Built-ins with Paint and Peel and Stick Wallpaper

You guys!  I thought I was excited about the limewash stone fireplace makeover I completed last month, but I think I’m even more excited about how I updated the flanking mirrored built-ins with paint and peel and stick wallpaper.   This makeover totally transformed the look and feel of my living room in my new home! […]