Out with the heavy, dark and drab and in with light and bright. Summer is approaching and there’s no better time to update your home décor.
Here are some of my favorite ways to make an impact for next to nothing:
Paint
Breathe new life into a tired room for only the cost of a gallon of paint. Not willing to commit? Try painting just one accent wall in a favorite hue or have fun with stripes or a stencil.
Lamp Shades
Replace a lamp shade to update the look of an entire room. Drum shades provide an instant update and come in tons of fun colors and patterns.
Windows
Store heavy drapes away in the warm weather months and replace with sheers, simple bamboo shades, or leave your windows bare.
Accessorize
Piles of throw pillows are one of my favorite ways to try out fun colors and patterns without the commitment of upholstering.
Art
Don’t get stuck in the rut of hanging a painting or photograph and never moving it again. Consider hanging a few gallery shelves so you can easily interchange wall art and family photos on a whim.
Antique
Just one unique vintage or antique piece can add sizzle to any room. Scour thrift shops and flea markets for a bargain like my vintage console table that I jazzed up in a vibrant shade of blue.
Lighting
You don’t have to be stuck with boring builder grade lighting. There are tons of stylish lighting choices for any budget and I love the look of capiz shell chandeliers all year round.
Rugs
The simple act of replacing worn out throw rugs can work wonders on brightening up any space.
Throw open those windows and let a cool breeze blow through to truly bring Summer indoors!
Photo credits: Eclectically Vintage, Tatertots and Jello, Vivid Hue Home, Free People, House Design Ideas, India Hicks via Caribbean Belle, Eclectically Vintage, The Lilypad Cottage, Four Generations One Roof