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Dream it - Do it

Dream it - Do it

Date: 2012-11-01
Refresh your living space today

With a busy schedule, home décor projects can seem like a task that will never get completed. But these simple and inexpensive tips will give your plans a jumpstart. In almost no time, you can refresh the whole atmosphere of your home.

Simple Slipcovers - If you've never used slipcovers before, you'd be surprised at what a difference they can make. Purchase an inexpensive slipcover in a colour you've always loved, but never had the pluck to purchase. Before you purchase, make sure it matches your existing décor; then simply slip it on your sofa, and see what it does for the room.

Redesign Chairs - Give simple wooden chairs a unique new look that matches your refreshed décor by creating a pattern using drill bits. Draw your desired pattern on the back of a flat or slightly curved wooden chair using a pencil.

Paint Fabric - If you still want a completely different look for your upholstered furniture, but don't want to reupholster or cover the piece, try fabric paint. Make sure the fabric paint you buy can be used on your upholstery, and always test the paint before applying.

Grab the Glue - When you think of decoupage, you probably think of gluing images on objects. But did you know you could decoupage fabric? Decoupage patterned fabric onto the legs of a table, or the base of a lamp for an interesting change of pace. You can even decoupage images cut from books, wallpaper or colored paper onto the wall to create a mural.

Transform Tabletops - Do you have a table that needs a little sprucing up? Turn your ordinary table into a treasure by refinishing the top. Using tile and paint, it's easy to transform your tabletop from boring to extraordinary.

Replace Lampshades - If your lamps came as a complete set, don't be afraid to switch things up with different lampshades. Look for interesting lampshades at flea markets and antique or home décor stores. To liven a lampshade the do-it-yourself way, use a hot glue gun to affix a strip of beading to the bottom of the shade.

Rethink Lighting - Getting creative with your lighting techniques is an easy way to change the feel of a room. Using different techniques-like uplighting, downlighting, spotlighting and silhouetting-can change an environment from a workspace to a party space.

Spruce Up Storage - You need your storage, but it doesn't add a lot to the look of your room. Try different storage solutions that also look good-like hanging fun, pretty containers that can act as art and be functional. If that doesn't work, simply cover your storage area up by hanging curtain panels in front of it.

It doesn't take much to spice up your space. And with options ranging from simply covering your sofa with a slipcover to refinishing the top of your end table, there's bound to be a rejuvenation idea that works for you.