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Continue reading →: Crack Corn Salad: The Addictive Side Dish Everyone Will Beg ForIf you’ve never tried Crack Corn Salad, get ready, this creamy, cheesy, smoky, tangy dish is irresistible. Perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or an easy weeknight side, it’s made with simple pantry staples and comes together in minutes. Ingredients • 4 -15oz cans whole kernel corn, drained (or 2 cans plain…
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Continue reading →: 5 Spec Home Upgrades I Skipped to make my home look more Custom Built (And Don’t Regret One Bit)Home building is an incredibly stressful process, even if you have relatively low expectations. It’s still overwhelming. I was fortunate that my friend Holly, who has experience with home building. Life on Botany Bay, shared some valuable tips to help us save our allowance for other items to make our…
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Continue reading →: How My under the Stairs Pantry Went ViralIf you told me a couple years ago that my little under the stairs pantry would go viral, I would’ve laughed. But here we are, over 20K views and counting. I live near Bogue Sound, in a builder-grade home that I’ve been slowly making my own on a budget. Storage…
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I’m Valeda
Welcome to Bogue On a Budget, Where coastal charm meets smart living. I’m a full time working mom of two slowly transforming my builder grade home at the beach near Beautiful Bogue Sound into a space that feels custom, cozy, and uniquely mine. Here I share real life DIY projects, budget friendly finds and simple home hacks to help you create a home you love without overspending. Whether you’re here for inspiration, tips or just to follow along on the glow up, I’m so glad you stopped by!
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