Repurposed Home Decor Is All The Rage

By Sandra Wright


You don't need to spend a lot of cash redesigning your house's interior. You simply need to figure out what to look for, and how to envision things that are already in the house in a different way. Many individuals utilize repurposed home decor things all through their house and yard and so can you. Things can be found in various rooms of your home, at garage sales, and even in the rubbish. Repurposing something means that you utilizing it a way that's different than you normally would, and it's an extraordinary way to decorate without breaking the budget, and as an added bonus you'll also help the planet. This happens when you give something a new life, you're keeping it from the landfill, which is a caring and extraordinary thing to do.

Take a look around your home first. Try to envision moving items from one room to another to change the look of both rooms. If you have a teapot that you love, but you don't make tea, turn it into a flowerpot, or use it to hold pens and pencils on your desk. You're also able to do the same with cups and glasses.

Take a lamp from the basement or attic, change the shade and put it on a side table next to your bed. It will be perfect to read by. You may also often find lamps at yard sales. They may start out ugly but you're creativity will easily change their look. Or consider making your own from books that you find at yard sales. Get the lamp parts, glue the book together and make your own table lamp.

Don't be embarrassed to stop by the side of the road to grab something out of the trash if it catches your eye. Many great finds are found this way. It's a great way to get free pieces to use in and around your property. Wood objects and furniture are almost always wonderful finds. These items can be refinished and made to look like they come from a high end store.

Also be on the lookout for items such as old, metal patio tabletops. The bistro tables work wonderfully as a swing to hang from a tree. Just add chains and find a suitable tree branch. Then hop on and swing the afternoon away. This is a beautiful and functional decorative accent for any outdoor space.

These bistro tables are also nice artwork for the wall. Hang them anywhere that you want a stunning focal point. These tabletops are often so pretty and ornate that the eye is automatically drawn to them.

Even something as seemingly trashworthy as old rubber boots with one boot missing can be turned into something great. They can go from trash to a cute planter in a matter of minutes. All they need are some dirt, drainage holes, and a pretty plant. It doesn't get much easier than this, kids can even help and would love seeing their own plant growing in a pair of their old boots.

As you can see, all that you have to do is look at everyday items with a new eye. Once you beginning repurposing you'll be hooked. It's fun and a great way to let your creativity loose. Don't be afraid to try, jump right in, you can't mess up. See what amazing things you can create from unused, and unloved items that are sitting around the house, or tossed out in the trash.




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