There is no need to purchase new furniture or accessories. You can easily and affordably update your home’s decor by using everyday objects.

Create an Focal Point

Remember that the focal point in a room will draw the eye to it and help create order. Create a focal point if your room lacks something that will naturally attract attention, like a fireplace, television or other feature. Create a focal point on the far wall by pairing a mirror, artwork, and a bench, shelf, or console table.

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Pile Pillows

Pillows can make a living room feel more inviting. Arrange throw pillows on your sofa for colour and comfort. Choose pillows in different patterns and complementary colours to create a mismatched look.

Display Items In Threes

Arrange your objects in a pleasing way on the mantel or shelves. In general, odd-number groups are more visually appealing than evens. Arrange objects or frames in groups of three or five for a striking display.

Add Comfort to Chairs

Wood dining chairs and benches may look stylish but can be uncomfortable. To add some cosiness to your wood furniture, borrow a faux-sheepskin throw from the living area and drape it across the backrest or seat. This design trick will add comfort and a textural contrast to the dining area.

How to Prop up a Mirror

You can decorate your home without hammering and nailing. Instead, prop up framed mirrors on a wall.

Large mirrors serve many purposes in a space. A beautiful frame transforms it into a work of art. It tricks the eye into thinking that the ceiling is higher.

Mirrors brighten the room by reflecting the light and giving the illusion of a second window.

Display a Thoughtful Display

Cards and postcards can be considered miniature works of art. Clipping your holiday and birthday correspondence to a photo frame with wire or hanging it on a string will allow you to create a free display. You can also read a card when you are having a bad time.

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Rearrange furniture

Try arranging furniture differently to change the look of the room without changing any items. You can try rotating the chairs in the room, moving furniture away from walls, or flipping the sofa so it faces the opposite direction. You can always change the layout if you do not like it. You would be surprised at how these small changes can change the way you view a room.

Turning Objects Into Wall Art

It’s not necessary to spend a lot of money on art to create an impressive wall display. You can make a striking wall display by mounting a variety of items, like baskets and hats. Think of it as a new twist on the gallery wall.

Frame Family Pictures

Print out photos of your family and favourite memories for a wall display. Paint all your frames the same colour to create a cohesive look. This gallery wall is given a polished appearance by using basic black frames and white mats.

Hang Curtains Higher

If your window treatments are long enough, consider moving the curtain rod up to the ceiling. This will give the room an impression of height. Measure your curtains before you move the rod to ensure they will still reach the floor. If you need to add a bit more length, you can hang the curtains from drapery clips.

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Repaint Furniture

This versatile medium can be used for more than just walls. Paint can update dated accessories and furniture. To modernize an old piece, repaint wood furniture with bright colours and add new hardware.

Recover Pillows

If you don’t want to buy new pillows, swap out the covers instead. Use the old pillow insert to zip or button into a new cover. If you are handy with a needle and thread, consider making your own pillow covers. Even a T-shirt or sweatshirt can be used as fabric.

Add a Pattern to Shelves

Upgrade boring shelves with a patterned backdrop. You can line the backs of built-ins and bookcases with leftover fabric, wallpaper, or wrapping paper. If you are unsure if this is the method for you, use peel-and-stick wallpaper.

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Display Jewelry

Hang your necklaces and bracelets on the wall of your bedroom. To define the arrangement, mount simple hooks or knobs on an empty frame. The colourful jewellery will add visual interest to the walls and keep items from becoming tangled.

Fill your fireplace

Fill a fireplace that is not working with a beautiful, eye-catching filler. Line the firebox using books from your library. Wrap the books in white paper first to create a sleeker look. Birch logs are a rustic alternative to the farmhouse.

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Accessorize your Collectibles

Bring out some treasures from the attic to create an eclectic look. Select one or two interesting pieces rather than a whole curio cabinet. Too many small collectables may look cluttered. Choose pieces that complement and fit into your decor.

Repurpose glass bottles

For a vintage look, display a collection of bottles, vases, and vessels in the same colour scheme. Check if the glass bottles have an interesting colour or shape before you throw them in the recycling bin. Save them and clean them up until you can create an attractive centrepiece or mantel.

Display a Poster

Display your poster using a wooden pant hanger instead of a frame. This technique is best for posters that are slightly smaller than the pants hanger. Larger posters can flop at the corners.

Add an inexpensive cushion to a bench.

Use what you already have to add some style to a wooden bench. Use belts to secure a colourful blanket on the bench. If the blanket matches your table settings or is themed or festive, you get bonus points.

Bring Outdoor Decor In

Bring outdoor furniture inside to add a touch of style to your interior decor. As extra seating and surfaces, garden stools can be used indoors just as easily as on porches and patios. You can move bistro chairs or other outdoor seating inside.