When it comes to home and garden
decor, it's easy to fall into a rut. There's only so much time
in the day, and between work, taking care of the kids, and
running errands, who has the energy to redecorate? Plus, with
the prices of everything from gas to groceries going through the
roof, who has the money to do renovations or complete makeovers?
The good news is that freshening up your home decor doesn't have
to break the bank - and it certainly doesn't need to take up a
lot of time and energy. Here are five easy ways to spruce up
your surroundings and make the time you spend at home more
comfortable and relaxing.
1. Indulge your senses. We're blessed with five senses, but our
decorating choices often only address what's in our line of
vision. One way to bring another dimension to our living space
is to select aromatic candles, incense, or warming oil that
infuses the air with beautiful scents. There are so many from
which to choose, each of which can convey a different feeling.
2. Bring the outdoors in. Increasingly, people are choosing to
move the boundaries of their homes by decorating outdoor patios
and yards as an extension of their family rooms and bedrooms.
The soothing sounds of wind chimes and fountains, and the beauty
of lawn accents will make you want to spend more time outdoors,
and give you the feeling that your home has doubled in size.
3. Display your collectibles. Whether you collect figurines or
baseball bats, porcelain dolls or Star Wars memorabilia,
displaying your collectibles can change the mood of a room.
Afterwards, you'll feel more comfortable and relaxed as you're
surrounded by the things you love.
4. Use seasonal decor. You can change the tone of a room with a
few simple changes. Using seasonal decor, such as a new set of
throw pillows or new wall art, is a great way to transform your
living space. Use one set of home decor accents in the spring,
and then switch them out in the fall.
5. Add a few extra touches. Sometimes, freshening up your home
decor is simply a matter of adding a few items. It's kind of
like using cosmetics or other health and beauty products - but
for your home. For example, the right lighting can convey a
variety of moods, while decorative plants can add lushness to a
sterile space. Suncatchers will brighten things up, while
mirrors can make a room appear larger.
When it comes to finding the right source for home and garden
decor, your best bet is to shop online. Instead of going to the
big box retailers, it's best to find a site that is family owned
an operated, and that is committed to providing a large product
line at reasonable prices. With the right site, you should even
be able to take advantage of special promotions, like weekly
specials and monthly buy-one-get-one promotions.
Keep in mind that freshening up your home doesn't require a lot
of time and money. With the right items at the right prices, you
can create a haven that you'll be glad to come home to.
By Chris Robertson is an
author of Majon International, one of the worlds MOST
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