How to refresh your home without a 'total refresh.
Moving around your art and accessories and / or paint will completely spark joy and add a well deserved refresh to your home.
"Shop Your Own Home: How to Refresh Your Space with What You Already Own"
Sometimes, the best way to update your home is to rediscover the treasures you already have! Here are a few tips for giving your space a fresh look using your existing art, accessories, and a little creativity:
Reimagine Your Wall Art Move artwork between rooms or rearrange pieces to create new focal points. That landscape print in the bedroom might be the perfect statement for your living room, or a gallery wall could get a whole new vibe by mixing in unexpected pieces.
Add a Pop of Paint A fresh coat of paint can work wonders in transforming a space. Use it to create an accent wall that highlights your favorite artwork or furniture. You can also paint outdated accessories, like picture frames, vases, or trays, to give them a modern update. A little color can go a long way in refreshing your home’s energy!
Layer Your Accessories Bring out items from storage, like vases or books, and mix them with your current decor. Layering textures and heights on shelves or coffee tables adds instant depth and interest.
Swap Out Frames If you have framed art or photos, switch out the frames or try grouping them in a more modern way. A uniform style (all black frames, for example) can create a clean, cohesive look, while an eclectic mix can feel playful and creative.
Play with Scale Try grouping small pieces together for impact or letting a single large statement piece shine in a new spot. Sometimes moving one item can completely change the flow of a room.
Rethink Purpose That pretty serving tray? Use it to corral candles and books on your coffee table. A vintage mirror? Perfect for adding dimension on a mantel. Think outside the box about how your accessories can multitask.
Change the Context Move items to unexpected places—kitchen artwork in the hallway, throw pillows from the bedroom on your sofa. This can make familiar items feel completely new.
Embrace the Edit While moving things around, take a moment to pare down. Removing a few pieces can create breathing room and let the ones you love most stand out.
The beauty of this method? It costs nothing but a little creativity and elbow grease. You'll be amazed how "new" your home feels with a fresh perspective. Your space evolves just as you do—let your decor reflect that journey!
At the end of the day, refreshing your home with what you already own is like the ultimate design scavenger hunt—it’s fun, budget-friendly, and a great excuse to avoid laundry. But if the thought of rearranging your art gives you anxiety or you’re ready to paint but can’t decide between 'Soft Whisper' and 'Muted Pebble,' don’t stress. That’s where I come in! I’m a qualified pro who lives for this kind of thing, and I’ll turn your space into something you’ll love without you breaking a sweat—or a nail. So, when in doubt, call me… your walls (and sanity) will thank you!
xo- A
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