05.27.2011 / Quick and Inexpensive Ways to Give Your Home a Facelift.
Looking for a way to give your home a fresh look with out breaking the bank? We have some simple and inexpensive tips to give your home a makeover.
"Freshen up centerpieces by using bowls of fresh fruits and veggies, such as oranges, lemons and avocados."
- Fill pots with flowers such as tulips, crocuses and daffodils to place on sunny windowsills, front steps, patios, the dining room table or bathrooms.
- Bring in color with floral slipcovers and bright or pastel throw pillows. Store some accessories to lighten up the overall look.
- Swap heavy, dark duvet covers with pastel, striped or floral print cotton, and switch out heavy window coverings with linen or sheers.
- Freshen up centerpieces by using bowls of fresh fruits and veggies, such as oranges, lemons and avocados.
- Relocate living room furniture: Place chairs near the window to catch a spring breeze and change the focal point to a view of your blooming backyard.
- Replace thick area rugs with lighter versions such as sisal or cotton to brighten rooms.
- Cheer up rooms with light-colored or print lampshades.
- Replace wreaths of evergreen and holly with spring/summer models made from twigs and bright dried flowers.
Do you have any ideas on how to give your home a facelift? Post your ideas or comments now!
