Winter is well and truly setting in now so you might be looking for some ideas to brighten up your home for the colder months. If you are also on a budget, we have you covered. Here are our top winter décor ideas for when you need to spend a little less.
Buy Used
Buying used items for your home is an excellent way to spend significantly less than if you were buying brand new. If an item you would love to have in your home has caught your eye, try looking for it across your local selling sites and pages to see if there is anything available in a similar style and which is in great condition, you’ll be surprised at what people are selling which could be well within your budget.
Re-Create
‘DIY Dupes’ can look amazing in your home, look much like the real thing and be great fun to create. This means your home can look stylish but doesn’t have to be expensive. Spray paint a vase to recreate the look of your favourite designer or turn a charity shop find into an elegant and stylish addition to your home; there are so many possibilities and it might even turn into an enjoyable hobby.
Clever Coverings
Are you sick of your old furniture or feel it looks dull and drab this winter? An inexpensive way to transform your space and create the illusion of brand new furniture is by simply covering it. Cover sofas and dining chairs with slip cover which can be swapped and thrown in the washing machine whenever you want. Another way to cover old wooden furniture is by using chalk paint, which you might already have in the shed. If not, a small amount of this type of paint goes a long way so is worth purchasing if you have a lot of items to freshen up.
So, we have explained how you can brighten up your home on a budget but where to start? Here are some more clever ways you can brighten up your home this winter:
Add an Accent Colour to Your Room
This can be achieved by changing your curtains and drapes, adding a throw in a bold shade or replacing your cushion covers for something more seasonal.
Plant Power
Plants have the power to brighten up and refresh any room, look for some seasonal favourites and place them in a prominent position in your home.
Declutter and Move Your Furniture
Sometimes all you need is a change to blow out the cobwebs and refresh your space, try moving your furniture around or decluttering rooms to add a breath of fresh air into your home.
Hang Some Colourful Artwork
Take a look around your local charity shops to see if any preloved artwork jumps out at you.
Clean Your Windows
The winter sun can be low and very bright which shows every imperfection. Give your windows a good clean inside and out to let the sunlight stream in.
Use Fragranced Candles
Light a scented candle to add a cosy glow and a lovely smell to your rooms in the winter months. If you can’t afford the expensive ones and you are feeling adventurous, you could also make your own! Just remember to never leave a candle unattended and keep out of reach of pets and children.
What are your favourite ways to brighten up your home in winter? We would love to hear your ideas.