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Create Your Dream Home on a Budget: Practical Advice, Inspiration, and Projects
Have you always wanted to transform your house into the home of your dreams but you're not sure where to begin? C reate Your Dream Home on a Budge t will equip you with the motivation and how-to you need to create living spaces you love on a budget you can afford. With inspiration from beautiful photos, DIY projects, and foundational building and renovation concepts, you'll be on your way to creating your own dream home. Seasoned home-renovation experts and TikTok stars Daniel and Noell Jett (@JettSetFarmhouse) know a thing or two about building gorgeous homes with cost-effective tips and tricks. You'll learn how to add functionality, beauty, and charm to each room of your home--including ideas for outdoor spaces--whether you're renovating or building from the ground up! In Create Your Dream Home on a Budget , the Jetts Every week, Daniel and Noell Jett inspire millions of followers on their own home makeover journeys. You'll complete your unique do-it-yourself projects and create a foundation of beauty for your own living spaces in no time! Create Your Dream Home on a Budget makes the perfect self-purchase, housewarming present, birthday gift, Mother's Day read, or holiday gift.
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240 pages, Hardcover
First published November 1, 2022
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March 21, 2025
After purchasing a new home this year, I've spent many hours on Pinterest and Instagram looking at photos of homes to help me design what my new place will look like. As a an avid reader, I often check the new releases and stumbled across this book on NetGalley. Create Your Dream Home on a Budget by the Jetts sounded perfect. With 15 total rooms, I had to plan ahead, conserve dollars for the right items, and focus on things in the proper order. This book not only provides tons of step by step advice for DIY projects but it also recommends questions to ask suppliers, the order of accomplishing things, and the pitfalls to watch out for. Add to that tons of visually stunning and remarkable photos, it's easy to find ideas and options to consider for my own home. I like how it broke down the budget you should spend when considering brand new construction too. Great for beginners... and even experienced DIYers who need refreshers in some areas will learn and enjoy the book. A great way to start your day - read one or two chapters and find inspiration!
November 2, 2022
Immersive to the senses - not only is this book so aesthetically pleasing inside and out that I want it to be my coffee table book but it also provides practical ways to elevate my home into my dream home (without the hefty price tag). Truly a masterpiece!
Big shout out to NetGalley for the eARC, my creativity towards creating my dream home has been renewed!
Big shout out to NetGalley for the eARC, my creativity towards creating my dream home has been renewed!
October 13, 2022
Readers of Noell Jett’s _From the Ground Up_ will see some carryover here, as she and husband Daniel share the Cliffs Notes version of the story more fully fleshed out in that read.
This book is much more the nuts and bolts (literally, ha!) of homebuilding, and prospective homeowners (like myself!)—whether they plan to build from the ground up, take on a starter home, or even go for something move-in ready—will find helpful elements and inspo here. There’s a ton to think about at any stage, and this book helps place each component in its place and help it feel manageable.
The two books pair well together, if you’re interested; I certainly enjoyed having read _From the Ground Up_ first, though it’s by no means required! Just adds helpful context and more inspiration!
I especially enjoyed the definitions of home styles and types, as well as DIY project suggestions.
I received an eARC of the book from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
This book is much more the nuts and bolts (literally, ha!) of homebuilding, and prospective homeowners (like myself!)—whether they plan to build from the ground up, take on a starter home, or even go for something move-in ready—will find helpful elements and inspo here. There’s a ton to think about at any stage, and this book helps place each component in its place and help it feel manageable.
The two books pair well together, if you’re interested; I certainly enjoyed having read _From the Ground Up_ first, though it’s by no means required! Just adds helpful context and more inspiration!
I especially enjoyed the definitions of home styles and types, as well as DIY project suggestions.
I received an eARC of the book from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
October 31, 2022
A huge thanks to Thomas Nelson for my complimentary copy and all opinions expressed are entirely my own.
I have always been skeptical about owning my dream home for fear of my dream home solely existing on Pinterest but this book changed my life. This book doesn't only provide tons of step by step advice but also recommends questions to ask your building suppliers, a checklist of kind on what to do first , and what could go wrong. Loved the images as well and cannot recommend it enough .
I have always been skeptical about owning my dream home for fear of my dream home solely existing on Pinterest but this book changed my life. This book doesn't only provide tons of step by step advice but also recommends questions to ask your building suppliers, a checklist of kind on what to do first , and what could go wrong. Loved the images as well and cannot recommend it enough .
January 31, 2025
Admittedly, I have never heard of Daniel or Noell Jett (the authors) and picked this up from my local library.
I was hoping it would include ideas for deciding what rooms to put into a new home, ideas for amazing floorplans (like having the master connect to the laundry room), modern technology, and tips for the budgeting process.
Instead, this was a more detailed breakdown by room and fixture. Although this isn't the book I thought I was getting, I think it would be helpful if you are in the middle of choosing fixtures and making a thousand decisions in the building process.
I was hoping it would include ideas for deciding what rooms to put into a new home, ideas for amazing floorplans (like having the master connect to the laundry room), modern technology, and tips for the budgeting process.
Instead, this was a more detailed breakdown by room and fixture. Although this isn't the book I thought I was getting, I think it would be helpful if you are in the middle of choosing fixtures and making a thousand decisions in the building process.
November 28, 2022
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced reader's copy of this publication.
I wish this would have been available when I began my first house build. It has a wealth of great information and guidelines. Please if you know anyone that is interested in starting a house project please please purchase this for them. Give this as a gift to new homeowners, newlyweds or everyone!
I wish this would have been available when I began my first house build. It has a wealth of great information and guidelines. Please if you know anyone that is interested in starting a house project please please purchase this for them. Give this as a gift to new homeowners, newlyweds or everyone!
September 25, 2022
3.5 stars
I didn't realize the authors are instagrammers. It makes some of the things they talk about not relatable. I'm not gonna start an IG while building a home in hopes that companies are gonna reach out with free products. I can see their followers loving this book though!!! This is definitely aimed more at those building from scratch more than remodeling. It was interesting to read how they used IG to build their dream home but a little less helpful in building my dream home. I get that everyone is different so dream homes look different to everyone. I guess I was looking for a little more budget friendly and I'm not their intended target audience.
I like some of the helpful tips like mindset and budgeting. It takes a toll on your mind and relationships to build your dream home. You have to prioritize what's necessary and what you can live without. It's hard making decisions and compromising with your spouse. I like that all that is added in since sometimes you don't think about that part. They added a timeline which after COVID isn't accurate or helpful - at least where I live. It takes months here to get cabinets not a few weeks. The photos are absolutely stunning but I'm not sure the pics fit the budget. Well maybe just not my middle class budget! It's still fun to look and dream though! All in all it was fun to look at the pics and somewhat helpful in planning.
I didn't realize the authors are instagrammers. It makes some of the things they talk about not relatable. I'm not gonna start an IG while building a home in hopes that companies are gonna reach out with free products. I can see their followers loving this book though!!! This is definitely aimed more at those building from scratch more than remodeling. It was interesting to read how they used IG to build their dream home but a little less helpful in building my dream home. I get that everyone is different so dream homes look different to everyone. I guess I was looking for a little more budget friendly and I'm not their intended target audience.
I like some of the helpful tips like mindset and budgeting. It takes a toll on your mind and relationships to build your dream home. You have to prioritize what's necessary and what you can live without. It's hard making decisions and compromising with your spouse. I like that all that is added in since sometimes you don't think about that part. They added a timeline which after COVID isn't accurate or helpful - at least where I live. It takes months here to get cabinets not a few weeks. The photos are absolutely stunning but I'm not sure the pics fit the budget. Well maybe just not my middle class budget! It's still fun to look and dream though! All in all it was fun to look at the pics and somewhat helpful in planning.
December 9, 2022
Create Your Dream Home on a Budget maps out Daniel and Noell Jett's process through creating their dream home. The couple provide useful tips and tricks to turning dreams into reality. Though these are useful I believe these are not a universal truth and not everyone's dreams and situations are the same so these tips should be taken with a grain of salt.
August 25, 2022
If you are like me, an HGTV addiction has led you to believe that homes are built in an hour on TV and decorated in 30 minutes. Create your Dream House on a Budget not only dispels those thoughts but shows you how careful planning can make a house a dream home and any project a success.
Full of gorgeous photographs, Create your Dream House on a Budget begins with the authors’ story. Daniel and Noell Jett, famous on social media as the creators of Jett Set Farmhouse, started with a beautiful piece of land. This perfectly organized book is a guide to what they did next and can be used by any homebuilder. After the initial chapters, with budgeting methods, styles, lists of tools needed and ways to source materials (this section alone is worth the price of the book), the chapters are organized by rooms. Although these chapters show details of the Jett’s build, each can be used by DIY homeowners renovating an older home. The how-to-do lists are well described and complete. Paint, wallpaper, seating needs, storage and much more are covered with step by step instructions.
Create your Dream House on a Budget is both inspirational and realistic. It is THE book to buy whether you are building a mansion or redoing your bathroom. It is thorough, easy to understand and very readable. And oh … those photographs! Pre-order your copy now!
Thank you to NetGalley, Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Gift and Daniel and Noell Jett for this ARC.
Full of gorgeous photographs, Create your Dream House on a Budget begins with the authors’ story. Daniel and Noell Jett, famous on social media as the creators of Jett Set Farmhouse, started with a beautiful piece of land. This perfectly organized book is a guide to what they did next and can be used by any homebuilder. After the initial chapters, with budgeting methods, styles, lists of tools needed and ways to source materials (this section alone is worth the price of the book), the chapters are organized by rooms. Although these chapters show details of the Jett’s build, each can be used by DIY homeowners renovating an older home. The how-to-do lists are well described and complete. Paint, wallpaper, seating needs, storage and much more are covered with step by step instructions.
Create your Dream House on a Budget is both inspirational and realistic. It is THE book to buy whether you are building a mansion or redoing your bathroom. It is thorough, easy to understand and very readable. And oh … those photographs! Pre-order your copy now!
Thank you to NetGalley, Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Gift and Daniel and Noell Jett for this ARC.
October 23, 2022
Buy this one! This book is inspirational!
Create your Dream House on a Budget is useful for building a new home, remodeling rooms in an existing home or just buying a new light fixture So this book is good for everyone.
The book goes into details starting with planning and going all the way thru decorating to your taste. The book is organized into sections. So if you are remodeling a bathroom you can go straight to that section. If you are thinking about buying new flooring - there is a chapter for that too. For every chapter, there are lists of things you will need if you choose do to it yourself. There are a list of apps to save money on buying stuff for projects. The ideas on buying used are great.
Paint, wallpaper, flooring, storage and much more are covered with step by step instructions from planning what you want to do, to making final selections and installing. This book is thorough, easy to understand and very readable. And the photos are just stunning. Great decorating ideas.
Create your Dream House on a Budget is useful for building a new home, remodeling rooms in an existing home or just buying a new light fixture So this book is good for everyone.
The book goes into details starting with planning and going all the way thru decorating to your taste. The book is organized into sections. So if you are remodeling a bathroom you can go straight to that section. If you are thinking about buying new flooring - there is a chapter for that too. For every chapter, there are lists of things you will need if you choose do to it yourself. There are a list of apps to save money on buying stuff for projects. The ideas on buying used are great.
Paint, wallpaper, flooring, storage and much more are covered with step by step instructions from planning what you want to do, to making final selections and installing. This book is thorough, easy to understand and very readable. And the photos are just stunning. Great decorating ideas.
August 28, 2022
When I was younger I really wanted a colonial house from the 1600s or 1700s. As I’ve gotten older I’ve come to terms with the fact that it’s not going to happen, but I can still love them. Now though? I’m more about a home where I can retire and live no matter how old I get. Something that’s one level, that has features from so many different homes I’ve seen over the years, etc. This is a great guide to help us through the process of creating our dream retirement home.
Even if you’re not looking at a home, maybe your considering remodeling a room or adding on, this is a great book to have as you work on brining your vision to life!
Even if you’re not looking at a home, maybe your considering remodeling a room or adding on, this is a great book to have as you work on brining your vision to life!
September 16, 2022
The Jetts have a different idea of budget than I do. I originally thought this was a book to turn your own house into your dream house but it’s for people mostly building from scratch or completely gutting and rebuilding. It gives lots of advice for saving money though you will still be spending enormous amounts of money and working 12 hour days for years. Nicely illustrated with photos of their ritzy home and the second fancy house they’re building in St. Augustine. They are clearly talented, knowledgeable people. It’s all beyond my dreams though.
I read a temporary digital arc of this book for review.
I read a temporary digital arc of this book for review.
October 12, 2022
Wow this book is jam-packed with information as well as beautiful photos. I can't imagine something that they forgot to include.
It really IS a blueprint for how to create your dream home. It covers all the pre-planning, constructions, and decorating all in one book. As a design expert, I was surprised to find how much it covered that is actually PRACTICAL, USEFUL advice. Plus, it is totally up-t0-date regarding trends (I'm looking at you, floating shelves and shiplap)!
I would recommend it for both the design enthusiast as well as for someone who wants to remodel, renovate, or build a new home!
It really IS a blueprint for how to create your dream home. It covers all the pre-planning, constructions, and decorating all in one book. As a design expert, I was surprised to find how much it covered that is actually PRACTICAL, USEFUL advice. Plus, it is totally up-t0-date regarding trends (I'm looking at you, floating shelves and shiplap)!
I would recommend it for both the design enthusiast as well as for someone who wants to remodel, renovate, or build a new home!
November 25, 2022
This book was essentially useless, especially for anyone renovating an existing home. There were plenty of beautiful photographs and each chapter had instructions for a 1-3 relevant projects (an entryway statement ceiling or a canopy bed for a child), but the advice throughout was mostly generic. They also focused heavily on considerations for a new build.
It's also important to call out that "creating your dream home on a budget" is not something the authors actually did. They set out to build a home on a budget, but quickly realized that they could get loads of freebies by becoming social media influencers and were able to dramatically increase the scope and luxury of their project.
It's also important to call out that "creating your dream home on a budget" is not something the authors actually did. They set out to build a home on a budget, but quickly realized that they could get loads of freebies by becoming social media influencers and were able to dramatically increase the scope and luxury of their project.
December 17, 2022
If you’re building your home from scratch or undertaking a big renovation project, this book is for you. There’s a wealth of useful information such as standard measurements and budgetting, and lots of great projects for anyone who has basic DIY skills (ie not me!). The photos really did show a “dream house”.
This isn’t really aimed at people who just want to slap a bit of paint up and install an off-the-peg bathroom suite. It’s bespoke and aspirational but it does make me relieved that I’ve found a house that doesn’t need all that. However, for those who’re excited by DIY, this book is ideal.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers/authors for this arc.
This isn’t really aimed at people who just want to slap a bit of paint up and install an off-the-peg bathroom suite. It’s bespoke and aspirational but it does make me relieved that I’ve found a house that doesn’t need all that. However, for those who’re excited by DIY, this book is ideal.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers/authors for this arc.
September 5, 2023
I found parts of the book interesting, helpful and definitely insightful but other parts were just.... yeah it was a little hit and miss for me but overall a good book. We recently purchased our home and while I'm not aiming for "dream home" I definitely want to make it more of "our home" and definitely on a budget. This book could be helpful to those looking for ideas and ways to work on their home while on a budget. If anything, it helps give a few ideas.
Thank you to NetGalley, the author and Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Gift for providing me with an ARC copy.
All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Thank you to NetGalley, the author and Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Gift for providing me with an ARC copy.
All thoughts and opinions are my own.
October 4, 2022
This title from the outside looked like every other home decorator/décor book on the market today. However upon closer inspection I was pleasantly surprised. Not only do they have gorgeous pictures but they walk you through all the things you will need to think about for your build/reno. They also have DIY tips and instructions for doing some of the work yourself. Installing doors, windows, molding, tile etc. This book was a great place for inspiration for anyone looking to build your own home or remodel the one you already have.
November 11, 2022
This is a gorgeous book. However, there are no earth-shattering tips for how to create your dream house on a budget, unless you've never heard of estate sales and Facebook marketplace. It also helps to have a huge social media following, so sponsorships will come your way. There is some very good practical advice (recommended sizes of lighting fixtures, e.g.) and easy-to-follow instructions for DIY projects. If you love HGTV, you'll love this book. I'm a little meh, but I can be cranky sometimes. #CreateYourDreamHomeonaBudget #NetGalley
November 1, 2022
This book is absolutely stunning! The pictures are absolutely amazing and the projects are well described. The home is beautiful and very inspiring. They did an absolutely amazing job. I could only hope to have a house held as gorgeous one day. A great deal of love and hard-work went into the home and it shows. I definitely highly recommend it!
January 15, 2023
This book is an amazing resource for anyone who owns their own home and is interested in a little DIY improvement. The suggestions are practical and the beautiful photographs make the projects feel both inspirational and achievable.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
February 22, 2023
This is a lovely book, the transformation along the way is beautiful, but this book is not about only pretty rooms, it is about managing a project, including design, finance, style, handling the workload and creating a beautiful home step by step. A really useful book to anyone wanting to do some work to their home.. Thanks you NetGalley and the publishers for the DRC
September 16, 2022
Great book for those that love home renovations like I do and for those that love flipping through beautiful home photos as well. It's a useful book but also beautiful to be used as part of the decor. I received a free digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review
November 8, 2022
Are you looking for a book to help you create the things in your head to make your home a better place? This book gives you practical advice and help to get your dreams out of your head and into your home.
March 30, 2023
This book was one I really wanted and was lucky enough for netgalley to provide an arc. It was interesting from the first to last page, despite being longer. It never felt like a task. The tips were useful and creative and so many great ideas I would use
September 4, 2022
I received this ARC in exchange for my honest review.
I loved some of these DIYs! Haven't gotten to look at everything yet but am I excited to see what I can use for my own renos.
I loved some of these DIYs! Haven't gotten to look at everything yet but am I excited to see what I can use for my own renos.
December 11, 2022
Such an inspiring, helpful book! I loved the personal stories and oh my goodness the pictures are gorgeous!
January 13, 2024
Loved this book! So many great ideas whether you are remodeling or building!
October 8, 2022
This book is visually stunning--the pictures are beautiful, and I appreciated the advice given here: Hire professionals to do what you can't. Full of useful tricks and tips for planning, budgeting, and strategies to create your "dream home".
I am not ever going to be the person who builds my own house, but I love HGTV, and think that anyone who has an interest in design and homes would love this book.
Thank you Netgalley for the ARC!
I am not ever going to be the person who builds my own house, but I love HGTV, and think that anyone who has an interest in design and homes would love this book.
Thank you Netgalley for the ARC!
March 4, 2024
For a new home buyer or a DIYer this is a great book. The Project sections are REALLY helpful. The book is set up in a very approachable manner. The pictures are fantastic. The instruction are pretty easy to follow. Especially if you are upgrading a home, this is a great book to have.
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