Decorating Musings

I am quickly realizing how absolutely amazing it will be to decorate a house that is actually ours. On the flip side this thought also terrifies me. I am afraid that things I think are cute now may soon look dated. Not only that but the sheer cost of decorating a house with even things as simple as curtains and a bedspread for our room could rack up quite the bill. 


Is it worth it to sew your own bedding and drapes?
 Fabric is so expensive that I am not sure how to approach this.
If you have any awesome decorating suggestions send them my way. 


I am absolutely in love with this bedding, not the price tag unfortunately ($177 yikes).


http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/English-Garden-6-pc-Queen-size-Duvet-Cover-and-Insert-Set/5562713/product.html?rcmndsrc=2