Little-No-Cost Spring Refresh
DOES YOUR HOME NEED A SPRING REFRESH? HOW TO WAKE UP YOUR SPACE ON A BUDGET WITH THESE LITTLE TO NO COST DECORATING IDEAS!
When I was growing up I spent a lot of time with my very sweet grandmother. She loved nothing more than keeping house and taking care of the family. I learned a thing or two from her about refreshing a space, on a budget long before I even knew what interior design was.
One no-cost trick she would use was to simply rearrange the furniture. Do a thorough cleaning, and switch things up. Easy transformation with a big impact.
Refresh Curtains Without Buying New
My grandmother was also a master seamstress. A talent I will forever regret not learning from her. She could make anything from clothes to curtains.
For those of us who don’t sew, thankfully someone invented Heat and Bond fabric fusion. If you don’t feel like making an entire set of curtains, you can dress them up with some trim, stencils, or stripes. Or just add a unique tieback.
Using the example below, you could easily add strips of fabric to your curtains to dress them up.
I custom-made these cafe curtains for my breakfast nook – with pinch pleats – without sewing at all!
Or keep it simple with a new tie-back.
Flowers, plants and pots
Spring is finally here, it feels great to get outside and start gardening. For your indoor plants try repotting them or dressing up their existing pots.
We made custom herb pots for our windowsill herb garden. All you need is paint and a stencil for this one!
Or make a simple cone out of heavy paper and add dried flowers to it.
spring wreath ideas
A new wreath for the front door is a welcoming addition. Or add a whole bouquet.
You can also keep your Spring refresh super simple with an easy eucalyptus wreath. Sometimes less is more!
home decor – update old frames
If you’re like me you probably have accumulated many picture frames over the years. Try repainting those, or covering them with fabric for a quick update.
You can also update older artwork by simply painting the mats. I often find great art at flea markets but usually the frames or the mats aren’t so great.
Then hang them in that gallery wall you’ve been meaning to get around to!
You can find very affordable vintage-inspired art right here! It was created specifically to help you beat the high cost of decorating. We also deserve a home that makes us feel good!
Bedroom decor
You can add new accent pillows with a new lighter-weight throw. Or pack up the heavy comforter for a spring quilt.
Or create a trio of mix-and-match pillows.
the secret to perfect throw pillows
When was the last time you changed your bed skirt? With so many available options this can have a huge impact.
bathroom Spring refresh
This next one I have to give to my mother, she loves changing up the shower curtain in her bathroom. It’s a quick and easy change that reenergizes the whole room.
Add some new curtain rings and hand towels to take it a step further. Or roll up your existing towels to make them look spa-like.
coffee table decor
Style your coffee table. Use things from around the house such as books, trays, candles, plants, and anything interesting you can find.
Or create a budget-friendly coffee table centerpiece for Spring.
refresh your space with paint
My favorite way to refresh a space on a budget is with paint.
When I see a room painted in a fresh new color I immediately start thinking about which room in my house that color would look good in.
This first picture of a bathroom would not have the same impact if the walls were any other color. The color shown is Smokestack Gray by Benjamin Moore.
Or just repaint the ceiling. Not a fun job, but inexpensive and worth it.
Walls aren’t the only place paint can make a huge impact, try painting a piece of furniture, or a lamp base for a smaller commitment.
Even just painting one side chair can really make an impact in a room!
organize something
Lastly, one easy and affordable way to make your space feel great is to reorganize something in a new, more functional way.
Get creative using containers or items you already have.
This idea works for open shelving, under cabinets, or any space you use daily. You’ll thank yourself after this one!
How do you freshen up your house with little or no cash? We’d love to hear your Spring refresh ideas in the comments!
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Wonderful ideas and so appropriate for all homemakers regardless of age!