With little time and little money, you can add lots of charm all around the house. Here are 19 do-it-yourself projects to consider.

Update Lighting

Add comfort, convenience, and character with the right lighting. Update the chandelier over the dining room table. Add simple plug-in puck lights under kitchen cabinets and inside closets. Cozy up a dark corner with an accent light. Install mini accent lights above wall art or framed family photos.

Focus on the Foyer

Make the foyer useful by clearing out clutter that accumulates around the front door. Include a storage unit to keep mail, car keys, and other essentials in order. If space permits, include a small bistro table and chairs for a cute conversation space.

Frame the Views

Dress up your windows with colorful treatments. Hang the draperies higher than the windows to make the room seem taller.

Put Unused Space to Work

Give an awkward area a purpose and appeal. Transform a basic bay or boxy window into a reading nook. Or furnish an empty corner of the living room with a game table and storage cabinet.

Be Savvy About Storage

If you have a home that lacks closet space, place pegs and shelves in convenient nooks to provide places to hang, store, and display everyday necessities.

Make Way for Display

Use open shelving throughout the house to store and display collectibles. In addition to adding storage, the airy shelves can also make a small room feel larger.

Accent with Architectural Details

Bring your basic builder's kitchen to life. Frame windows with wide molding, install cornices on top of cabinets, or add bun feet or carved legs to cabinets for furniture-style accents.

Get a Custom Look for Less

Embellish or paint plain, purchased brackets and attach them to shelves in any room for a custom look that won't drain your wallet.

Try Wood Underfoot

A natural wood or bamboo floor will last longer than synthetic materials and will transform the character of your interior. Plus, it won't trap allergens. Use machine-washable area rugs to warm the space and protect heavy-traffic areas.

Add Old-Fashioned Appeal

Visit a flea market for vintage signs, furniture, and collectibles that will fill your home with friendly charm.