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How To Decorate For Less cont ...
There is a huge array of antique sellers from online marketplaces to independents and cosy boutiques , and there are also options for all price points so make sure to shop around before deciding on what to buy – antique finds are often about being in the right place at the right time .
FURNISHING REVAMP
Changing up your soft furnishings is a budgetfriendly and easy way of transforming any room . If you ’ re struggling to afford a new sofa , but it ’ s looking dated or tired , cover it with throws and cushions . Pick out colours from the rest of the scheme and create an inviting and refreshed place to sit . Switching up your furniture layout can also be a really easy way of achieving a new and refreshed look .
“ Switch up your layout by moving your furniture around . Making use of what you already have is a great way to redecorate without spending more money .”
TIME TO GET CREATIVE
Upgrading your space without spending a fortune doesn ’ t have to be difficult , it just requires a little creativity , here are some ideas to get you started .
MAKE YOUR OWN ARTWORK
The beauty of art is that it ’ s entirely personal , therefore it doesn ’ t have to cost a fortune , or even better still you can make your own . Have a go at working with textiles ; old fabrics stretched over canvas look great . Or experiment with paint ; go big and bold . Other ways include using wallpaper cuttings to make a display , or working with textiles that you love . If art isn ’ t your thing , frame a few of your photographs - purposefully placed on shelves , you ’ ll have your very own gallery space .
PAINT YOUR OWN WALLPAPER
Use different techniques to create your own unique wallpaper design ; you could even use leftover paint if it ties in with the rest of the interior scheme . A sponge works particularly well for this , but make sure to practice beforehand .
STENCIL YOUR FURNITURE
If your chest of drawers or wardrobe is looking worn out , bring it back to life with a little stenciling . Choose your pattern and paint over using a paintbrush ; different brushes will achieve different effects , so always do a tester first . Also remember to prime and finish the look with varnish , you don ’ t want all your end efforts going to waste .
CHANGE THE HANDLES
Update your kitchen by swapping the handles for a new design . Whether you fancy a decorative knob , a piece of rope , or you ’ re going uber-slick with silver cups , a change of just the smallest of details will in turn make the biggest effect .
TUFT YOUR OWN RUG
Making your own rug may seem like a bit of an impossible task , but handmade , homemade rugs are becoming a thing of the present and they ’ re surprisingly a lot easier to do than one might think . There are some incredible tips online , including inspiration from @ bethjoyh , the textile artist who shares her rug making tips via
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