
There's a reason Ikea is everyone's first stop when shopping for home decor and furniture—its maze-like showroom is filled with cheap home essentials that are both well-designed and affordable. No matter your budget, the Swedish retailer has everything you need to give your home a mini makeover on a budget. From storage solutions to colourful dinnerware and gardening must-haves, here's what a crisp five-dollar bill can get you on your next Ikea shopping trip.
GRADVIS plant pot, $5.

FÖRENLIG vase, $4.

BEHÄRSKA lantern, $4.

VINSTRUP doormat, $5.

ALOE VERA potted plant, $5 each.

DINERA bowl, $2.

FISKBO 4 x 6 frame, $2.

JANSJÖ LED USB lamp, $5.

CHOSIGT ice cream scoop, $4 each.

KORKEN jar with lid, $3.

STRIMMIG mug, $5.

SVALLET work lamp, $5.

TOKIG salad spinner, $5.

VITMOSSA throw, $3.

Andréanne Dion is the senior editor, style, beauty and travel at Chatelaine. She is also a contributing editor at FASHION and Hello! Canada.