Home decorating, ever
wanted to try it, but hesitated because of time constraints
or budget concerns. The following ideas will not only
give instant results, but more importantly fit into any
budget.
1. Changing the Look of Your
Walls Adding a new color or changing the texture,
can give the room a completely new appearance and that
may be the only decorating change that is necessary. The
easiest option is to paint, and with the color choices
available, the possibilities are endless. Another consideration
would be wallpaper; the only problem you may have is choosing
a design. If on the other hand, only a little something
extra is needed a simple stencil design might just do
the trick. Any of these ideas can be used either individually
or in combination with each other.
2. Look
to Your Windows For a Whole New ViewChanging
your window treatments is probably the easiest of any
home decorating projects. The choices range from styles
that include drapes, tab-top, cafe and shears, backgrounds
of solid colors, floral and stripes, fabrics that include
silk, cotton, lace or velvet. The most economical is ready-made;
they are very affordable therefore giving you the opportunity
to make changes more often.
3. Accessories
Make Your Decorating Complete Some of the more
common are area rugs, wall art, lamps, pillows and cozy
throws. Items for the kitchen make beautiful additions,
for example; canisters, dinnerware, dishtowels or decorative
bottles filled with oils and vinegar. Add a little whimsy
with oversized ceramic figures like roosters, or the adorable
pigs holding chalkboard menus. Bathrooms are another area
for pretty accessories like decorative soaps placed in
a bowl or basket; towels come in so many colors and designs
now that they alone make great accessories. Last but not
least do not forget candles and bowls of potpourri.
4. Collectibles
Bring a Personal Touch to Home Decorating Collectibles
can be anything involving three or more of the same thing,
or items that are related. This can include porcelain
dolls, Christmas villages, collector plates and who can
resist those adorable little faces of Boyds Bears. Maybe
items with a nostalgic feel like tin lunchboxes, cookie
jars or salt & peppershakers stir up special memories
of childhood.
5. Updating Your
Furniture One of the easiest ways to accomplish
this is with slipcovers; they come in a large variety
of colors and patterns. Pieces like end tables, hutches
or even a dinning table and chairs can be refinished for
a new look. One way is with paint. Pick a color to coordinate
with your room or choose something bright and whimsical.
Another option would be to use stain, stains come in a
multitude of shades; they can also come in colors.So,
if you are ready to give some decorating a go, try these
basic changes to start. Over time, more things can be
changed but for right now, simple changes can make a big
difference.
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About The Author
Bonnie P. Carrier is the creator of Savvy Home Decorating.
She is the mother to two grown daughters and a very spoiled
4yr old Blue Merle Sheltie named Toby. Having been a homemaker
for over 23yrs has provided years of experience in budget
decorating and organization. Stop by Savvy Home Decorating
- www.savvy-home-decorating.com
- for ideas and tips on budget decorating:
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