Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate: {Round Industrial Wood Table}

I love when I get messages from people asking me to find a "cheapskate" version of something they have had their eye on that might be a tad out of their budget! I am always up for a good challenge! This was the case with today's featured products!  Take a look at what I found!

Break the Bank:
Affiliate Product Link: Bartlett Reclaimed Table
$1,999 (on sale now for $1,199)



Cheapskate:
Affiliate Product Link: Round Metal and Wood Coffee Table
$353.99

 

Do you have your eye on an item you would like to see featured in an upcoming "Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate" post?  Leave a comment below and let me know!
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Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate: {Rope Chandeliers}

Happy Wednesday!  I had planned on doing my Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate posts on Sundays, but this one just couldn't wait...it is that good!  Let's get to it....

I have always loved the look of the industrial rope chandeliers but the price tags were a little extreme for my budget...so I did a little shopping and here is what I found...

Break the Bank: $1295
Link: Rope Filament Chandelier - Rectangular



Cheapskate:  $399.99
Affiliate Link: Hemp Rope Rectangular Chandelier

SAVINGS= $895 (WOWZERS!)

Break the Bank: $995 (sale $700)
Link: Small Round Rope Chandelier

Cheapskate: $350.99
Affiliate Link: Round 8 Light Rope Chandelier

:
SAVINGS: $644
Seriously, who wouldn't want to save that kind of money for the identical product! 

Do you have an item you would like to find a "cheapskate" version of?  Leave a comment below and let me know what it is....I just might feature it in a post soon!!

*Please note, I do not own these products so I cannot vouch for the quality of any item linked,  I simply share look-a like products that are more budget friendly.  Please read the reviews or do your own research before buying a product.  Most of the time I only share products that have reviews, in some cases the products might be newly listed so they do not have reviews when I post. 

Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate: {Antique Style Metal Bed}

Happy Sunday!  It has been awhile since I did a "Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate" post but I am excited to bring this series back!  I always love finding looks for less and sharing them with you guys!  I was sourcing metal beds for a client and came across this look-a-like duo!  There are just minor design differences between these two but the price difference is HUGE! 
Check it out...

Break the Bank:
Affiliate Link: Coleman Bed
$899 (queen)

Cheapskate:
Affiliate Link: Tilden Metal Bed
$339.99 (queen) +take an additional 15% off right now with coupon code listed on site}

Love the versatile style of this bed and it could go with any style of decor.  It would also be a great bed for a child's room, something that would grow with them!  Such a great find!!  What do you think about it?

You can check my other Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate posts by clicking: HERE!

Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate: {Crystal Drop Chandeliers}

A Saturday post?  I know, crazy...but I am trying to be a better blogger and have something fun to share with you today! 

Now let's talk about these chandeliers!  I have #4 in our guest room and love it!  The price cannot be beat.  Also, the fact that these" cheapskates" have more expensive cousins from Pottery Barn and look nearly identical is a great thing!  Sources for the "cheapskate" versions are linked below. 

Break the Bank:
Pottery Barn Clarissa Line

Cheapskate: {Click on description to be taken to affiliate link}
   1. Antique Copper Rectangular Chandelier
   2.  Antique Silver Rectangular Chandelier
   3. Antique Silver Cone Shaped Chandelier
   4. Antique Copper Cone Shaped Chandelier

Pretty great prices, right?  Just think of all the stuff you can buy with the money you saved! 
Enjoy your Saturday!

Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate: {Industrial Dining Table}

When an email popped up from World Market today, I immediately  knew I had an awesome "Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate" post in the making.  I know it has been awhile since I did one of these posts and I definitely need to do them more!  Who doesn't like good deal?

So here we go....

Break the Bank:
Link: Restoration Hardware Flatiron Dining Table
$895-$1495

Cheapskate:
Link: WM Chevron Parquet Dining Table
$549.99 (Sale price right now...$274.00)

 

$274!!  You cannot get a better deal than that!

I would pair it with these chairs for a fun industrial, farmhouse inspired look:
Link: Metal Tub Chair

Or these stools:
Link: Brayden Stool

Check back soon for another great Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate post! Hope you have a great day!!

Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate {Driftwood Orb Chandelier}

Happy Tuesday!  There is still time to enter the $50 Tuesday Morning gift card giveaway... Click here!!!

Moving on....check out my latest find:

Break the Bank:
$775 (on sale from $1195)
Restoration Hardware
Link: Salvaged Driftwood Globe




Cheapskate:
$249.99
World Market
Link: Driftwood Orb Chandelier

Savings: over $500
Although the size in the picture can be deceiving, they are within one inch of the same size!

Break the Bank vs Cheapskate {Scroll Mirror}

It is no secret that Restoration Hardware has some amazing pieces.  I, for one, am always swooning over their mirrors.  I had a client that fell in love with the Mansard mirror but wanted to see if I could find one that mimicked the look for a little less...and that I did!  Check it out!

Break the Bank:
Restoration Hardware
Link: Salvaged Mansard Scroll Mirror
$345

 

Cheapskate:
Kirklands
Link: Distressed Oval Scrollwork Mirror
$79.99 (on sale)

This is a pretty great option for $265 in savings, don't you think so?

Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate {Leather Barstools}

Long time, no chat!  I took the summer off from blogging but have enjoyed keeping up with everyone via Instagram!  I hope you had a great summer!  We enjoyed ours, but it always goes so fast!  Regardless, my girls are back in school and I am excited to get back to work!  

So...let me jump right in and show you some fun finds I came across while sourcing bar stools for a client.  She liked the leather look and she knew she wanted to keep things budget friendly.  Easy enough....here is what I came up with:

Break the Bank:
Link:  Crate and Barrel Lowe Barstool
$299

Cheapskate:
Link: Kirkland's Faux Leather Barstool
$149.99

Another style we considered:

Break the Bank:
Link: Pottery Barn Manchester Barstool
$399

Cheapskate:
Link: Kirkland's Everitt Leather Barstool
$129.99

I just love that Kirkland's has some affordable, yet stylish, options! I think my favorite is the Everitt...I am a sucker for the nailhead trim!

Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate {Reclaimed Teak Console Table}

I received an email from a reader named Heather a few weeks ago asking me to see if I could find a cheapskate version of this gorgeous console table that she had been eyeing for a long time.  While it is beautiful, she just couldn't pull the trigger due to the price tag. Here is what I came up with....


Break the Bank:
Jayson Home Tucker Console Table
$995.00
LINK

Cheapskate:
Joss and Main Candace Console
$366.95
LINK

While it is not an exact match, it is the same style and gives the same look for a fraction of the price!

Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate {Tufted Linen Chair}

I received an email from Linda asking if I had any suggestions for a cheapskate version of the chair below.  I actually had considered ordering two of these chairs a few months back for my living room but ended up finding something perfect at Home Goods instead.  I really do love these chairs though...everything from the tufting to the nail head trim...and they look really comfortable!

Break the Bank:
$800 (on sale)
Link: Cardiff Chair

 

 

 

 

 

Cheapskate:

$329 (on sale)

Link: Tafton Tufted Chair

 

 

 

If you do not love the dark legs on the "cheapskate" version, a little paint and some stain will give you the same look of the "break the bank" version...and you save over $400!  That is a great deal!

 

 

 

 

Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate {Industrial Ladder Shelf]

I have been doing some sourcing for a client's office design board.  She sent me the first photo as an inspiration photo and wondered if I could find something less expensive but with the same look.  Not only did I find one that is a very close match...it is a fraction of the price! 

Break the Bank:
$2895
Link: Shipyard Shelving Unit

Cheapskate:
$599.99
Link: Metal Bookcase

While I am always cautious to order something online that I have never seen in person, World Market has a reputation for quality products so I would feel fine recommending this to my client.  Another helpful hint while shopping online is to check the online reviews!  This particular piece does not have any reviews yet, but it is always good to take time to read them if they are provided!

What do you think? Isn't this a great find!

Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate {Glass Lantern Pendant}

I promise I will be posting about other things besides Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate finds, but I have been finding some great items and just have to share!  I have received several emails from readers that purchased the Arch Mirror...I am so happy you all scored that great mirror!  I actually went back and bought one for myself and I LOVE it!

Okay...a few days ago I got an email from Sara asking me to find a cheapskate version of this:

Break the Bank:
Ballard Designs
Link: Small Eldridge Pendant
$149

Honestly, I feel like $149 is a fair price, but that doesn't mean I didn't shop around to see what else I could find.  Sara needed 3 of them to hang over her large kitchen island, so I can understand why she wanted to see what I could find....and I found something pretty great!

Cheapskate:
World Market
Link: Glass Pendant Lantern
$99.99

Pretty great find, isn't it....and the $50 savings doesn't hurt!

Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate {Wire Crate Chandelier}

I know, I know...another Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate post, but I am giddy over this one!  Enough of the small talk...check this out!! 


Break the Bank:
$1398 (wowza)
Link: Wire Crate Chandelier

Cheapskate:

$249.99

Link: Farmhouse Pendant Lamp 

I LOVE this light....trying to figure out where I could put this in my home and I bet the husband would be thrilled I saved over $1000! ;)  Do you always justify your purchases by bragging about how much you saved or I am the only one? 

Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate {Arch Window Frame Mirror}

Today we are talking about arched "window" mirrors.  I had a sweet reader contact me asking me to find her a "cheapskate" version of Wisteria's Conservatory Arch Mirror and I think I found her some great options!!  Check it out...

Break the Bank:
Conservatory Arch Mirror
$399
Link

 

 

 

Cheapskate:

Lola Distressed Arch Mirror

$179 (sale $129)

Link

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here is another option that is a little higher than the "cheapskate" version, but still a reasonable price for a large mirror!

 

Arch Window Wall Mirror

$215.99  **update: an awesome reader just informed me that this one is on sale for $131.98 now, awesome deal**

Link

 

 

Which one is your favorite?  I really love them all, but for the price difference, I think the 2nd or 3rd would be my picks!

 

Is there an item you love but would like to find it's less expensive twin?  Email me at whimsy.girl@yahoo.com and I will see what I can find!

Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate {Glass Drop Chandeliers}

Crystal chandeliers are timeless and add a touch of sparkle to any room.  A few years ago I was in the market for one and here are a few I came across. 

Break the Bank:
Pottery Barn Clarissa Extra Large Chandelier
$799
Link

 

 

Cheapskate:

Overstock.com Crystal Drop Chandelier:

$160.99

 

 

 

Break the Bank:

Pottery Barn Clarissa Round Chandelier

$399

Link

 

 

 

Cheapskate:

Overstock.com Crystal Cone Chandelier

$179.99

 

 

 

I ended up buying the Overstock Cone Chandelier and couldn't be more pleased with the quality! 

Is there a light you love and would like to find a less expensive version?  Email the link to whimsy.girl@yahoo.com and I will see what I can find!

 

 

Break the Bank vs. Cheapskate {Cask Lidded Basket}

While strolling through Pottery Barn a few weeks ago, I came across a gorgeous, large, lidded basket.  I immediately knew that I wanted it to use as a side table for sitting area space between my kitchen and living room.  Even though it was on sale, it still came out to be around $150 and that was just not in my budget for a glorified basket!  I went on my way but still really wanted it.  I loved the hardware on it and the details, plus it was something different and different is good!

Fast forward to the next day...I stopped into Tuesday Morning to see what new items they had and couldn't believe what I saw the minute I stepped into the store!  A basket that was very similar to the PB one, only $100+ less!  I grabbed it and the rest is history.  I am still looking for the perfect chair for that area and cannot wait to get that space completed so I can share it with you!

Break the Bank:
Pottery Barn Cask Basket
$179

 



Cheapskate:
Tuesday Morning Lidded Basket
$59.99

 

 

Break the bank vs Cheapskate: pretty similar!

 

Not to shabby for $100+ of savings! 

I adore these inspiration photos and how others used baskets in their rooms...

Source: unknown via pinterest

Source: esme-styling

Source: Villa Vanilla

 

Source: Red Door Home

 

I cannot wait to finish up my space!
Hope you are having a great week!