Thursday, September 20, 2012

Simple Ways to Update any Room (Part 5)

We are back to part five of the the "Simple Ways to Update any Room" series, inspired by House Beautiful. If you've missed any of the previous posts, check them out (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4).

  
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  •  Paint the inside of your kitchen cabinets a color that sets off your dishes and glasses. Everything will look cleaner and more finished. 
I love the look of a few glass-fronted cabinets with a contrasting color paint inside. It really sets off whatever is displayed inside and is a great way to add color to a wall of monochromatic cabinets. Using chalkboard paint is a brilliant addition.
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  • Take your jewelry out of the box. Put all your bracelets together in a big bowl and drape all your necklaces together over a bust. 
Are you like so many of us where out of sight means out of mind for our jewelry? What's the point of having all that gorgeous stuff if we don't wear it? Instead of keeping it all closed up in a box, it's so much more practical (and pretty) to display it out in the open! And don't worry if you don't have a pretty bowl to display your bling in, you can DIY one like the blogger below or search through pinterest for so many other great ways to display your jewelry.
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  • Change your house numbers.
This one is so easy and pretty cheap. You can get some off the shelf at a big box store, DIY it, or order a custom set from etsy. It can totally change your curb appeal (for the better!) with minimal effort and there are so many creative ways to do this. So do it! :-)
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  • Invest in a set of matched wooden hangers for your closet. You will feel like the most organized person in the world.
This has got to be the number one way to make any closet look more organized and put-together. The initial investment can get a little high, depending on how much clothing you own, but it's money well spent. Take a look at these super-organized closets and you'll see how the matching hangers makes a huge statement.
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  • Tack nailheads on a plain, inexpensive ottoman.
Nailhead trim is big right now, and for good reason - it's gorgeous! There are so many ways to do it: headboards, chairs, ottomans, furniture, backsplashes, even a ceiling. I can't wait to incorporate something with nailhead trim into my home, and I'll definitely be sharing it with you when I do!
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So what do you think of this edition of "Simple Ways to Update any Room"? What room are you planning to update with any of these simple ideas?


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1 comment:

  1. Great tips! I've used a few of these and once this apartment renovation is done, I can't wait to get my home back in order. It's so fun how just a few simple things can make a big difference! Thanks for sharing, Lori! :)

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