Do you have a room in your house that needs a little refreshing? Perhaps a room that makes you cringe when you turn the light on, or one you deliberately hide from company by swearing that it is inhabited by monsters? Have you ever looked at ideas for redecorating and found that a site offers a "friendly budget" of $10,000 when you have a mere $20?

Don't despair. There are ways to temporarily (and even permanently) juice up a room without having to take out a loan during these hard economical times. The internet is full of creative ideas for turning everyday objects into artistic accessories for any room. If you are slightly crafty, have at least a few dollars to spend and plenty of junk lying around, you can accomplish an amazing transformation with just a little work.

These ideas might not turn your home into a magazine worthy showplace. They can offer you a comfortable, affordable change while you are waiting for good times and winning lottery tickets.