Get friendly with the Home Repair Places
1. Buy the "oops" paint
2. Get the long metal bars with multiple outlets for dh to mount in handy locations
3. Carpet stores have roll ends (that's how a family member's utility room got 4 different patterns of vinyl floor which meets in the center like the 4 corners area
4. A damaged kitchen or bath cabinet and or surface...makes a great sewing table or cabinet.