12 Easy Decorating Ideas You Can Do in a Day
Small decor changes make a big impact in a home's look. Here are fast and inexpensive quick fixes from five interior designers.
Organize With Trays
Corral items like TV remotes
on a tray
on the coffee table
. Put liquor bottles
, glasses, and bar accoutrements on a tray
in the living or dining room, like in this Georgia
beach house. —Jim HowardDisplay Children's Artwork
Display drawings in a colorful frame
, or in a white frame
with a colored mat. Hang them in an otherwise unimaginative space. They're full of spirit — and meaningful. —Eric CohlerRemove Upper Cabinet Doors
If you love the look of glass cabinets
, but want an affordable alternative, consider removing your upper doors. Arrange your dishes
and glasses
in an interesting way. Put miscellaneous items in low wicker baskets
that are all uniform. —Jim Howard.Paint the Lampshades
Buy an inexpensive paper shade
and paint it red — Farrow & Ball's Blazer is a gorgeous scarlet. A red shade makes the light incredibly romantic and flattering.Bring on the Branches
Put branches in a container. You could even then go to Home Depot and get a small spotlight to light them from below. It casts fantastic shadows into empty corners. —Jean Larette
Refresh the Bath
Change your shower curtain, or just the liner. Add fragrant candles and a small bouquet. Clear the counters of everything except your prettiest essentials. —Jean Larette
Update With New Sheets
Change your shower curtain, or just the liner. Add fragrant candles and a small bouquet. Clear the counters of everything except your prettiest essentials. —Jean Larette
Wallpaper the Backs of Shelves
Don't forget about closets and shelving. Try papering the back of a cabinet or bookshelf in faux-snakeskin, crocodile, or ostrich. Paint can't come close to the impact. It will inspire you to rearrange your shelves. —Jean Larette
Remove Some Rugs
Take up some of your rugs. Bare wood and stone floors can be just as beautiful. Or get a carpet remnant and put it down in an unusual place, like a patio or balcony. —Eric Cohler
Accessorize With Books
Stack art, design, gardening, travel books — whatever you collect — on a table. Books are my favorite accessory because they're so personal — they reflect your interests. —Joe Nye
Paint Curtain Rods
This curtain
blends into a wall painted a similar shade. You can achieve a similar look by painting rods and rings with a color that complements the curtains. Rub the paint on with a rag — it creates a softer effect. —Jim HowardAlso from HouseBeautiful online:
20 Decorating Secrets
Pick your paint colors last, choose mismatched seating, and don't forget the closet lighting. Here are the best tips and tricks that nobody ever tells you about decorating. ~ By Multiple Authors
101 Makeover Ideas from 101 Designers
So you want to do something different to your home right now? Here are 101 ideas from 101 designers, and there's something for every room. For even more ideas, read our other makeover stories. ~ By Christine Pittel
I love love LOVE the television
on the easel
. Super Creative and Super Easy!"Go to Home Depot
, buy a length of crown molding
at least two inches deep, and nail it to the wall to create a picture ledge
. I'd do it in a family space, like a kitchen or a hallway. Buy standard frames and pop in your children's art or family photos and change it around every few weeks." - Suzanne Lovell
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