12 Essentials Every Couple Should Have in Their Home

Photo by: Monica Buck / The Nest
Inviting Entryway
A pretty bench gives guests a place to sit down and take off their shoes. A wall painted in a bold color makes a stylish statement.

You don't need a big budget to pull off these DIY must-haves.

By Heather Morgan Shott for TheNest.com

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