Today I woke up with just a smidge of energy, and in my typical-over-do-it style, I decided to take advantage of it. Which leads me to today's post! I ran (if you call a slow waddle-like pregnancy walk, a run) around the house determined to make it feel like we aren't living in a dirty old cave. And it got me thinking about refreshing the house- for free. Because we're all trying to be frugal, right? It is January after all.
These are just a few of my ideas. Sometimes we all just need a little boost to get through the week, and I love using one of these simple tricks rather than heading to the nearest Homegoods and spending my way out of a funk. (Though I love that too...ha!)
View the slideshow above for some ideas of things I've tried in the past that make our home feel fresh and new without spending a cent.
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Open the windows
And if you're really feeling motivated, clean them! (Gasp!) Throw open those drapes and blinds and let the sun shine in! It feels so good. Even if it's still snowy where you live, a little (cold) sunshine is good for the soul.
Photo Credit: HOMESLICE
Light a candle
Or spray some air freshener, cook some fresh potpourri (who says it's only for the holidays?), or bake up a batch of your favorite treat. The point is, get the house smelling great and it will start to feel great too.
Photo Credit: Houzz
Clean something
Even though it isn't my favorite thing to do, cleaning the counters off in our kitchen and sweeping the floors is one of the surest ways to make me feel like our home is fresh again. Choose the spot that will make the biggest impact and get to work. Or maybe organizing a bedroom or closet gives you that sense of satisfaction- go for it!
Photo Credit: emmas designblogg
Rearrange the furniture
Even if how you have the furniture arranged now seems "best"- give it a try. It can't hurt and if at the end of a few days you don't like it, switch it back. No harm done, and at least it gave you a new perspective in the meantime. Get help if you need it!
Photo Credit: Windsor Smith
Pump the music
This is one of the easiest ways to make your home feel alive. High energy music will get everyone going with a little more umph. Yes, I just said umph.
Photo Credit: trendenser
Shop your home
If your home is anything like mine, you might see accessories stashed in closets or paint samples in the garage. Look around your home and see what you can use, reuse, or repurpose. It'll get your creative juices flowing and you'll get a head start on that inevitable New Years goal to declutter by using some of it up!
Photo Credit: Homelife
Relax
If you can. Obviously not everyone has time every day to read a book, catch a favorite rerun, or take a nap- but if you happen to find a few minutes... take advantage! Enjoying your home is a great way to get a new perspective on the space you spend time in every day.
Photo Credit: Design Mom
Inject some (bright) color
Grab some of those before mentioned paint samples (or colorful paper or fabric) and give something in your home a new, fun look. It's so energizing to the eye, and it's sure to make your home feel fresh and vibrant.
Photo Credit: The New Victorian Ruralist
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