Dining Room Winter Refresh- How I Refresh A Space
Hello! Happy Wednesday! I keep thinking today is Thursday- but indeed it is Wednesday. The last month I really have had no concept of days or time for that matter. Anyone else that way?? Last night I made my apple crisp and forgot how delicious it is! You can find the recipe HERE. I downed some more just a little bit ago for a snack and I’m thinking it might just be my supper too. π Probably my favorite dessert- ever! Before eating my apple crisp I decided to give my dining room a refresh. Ever since I took down our Christmas decorations, I haven’t touched the space and it was looking quite sad. I thought I would take you through my process of re-decorating a space!
Remove Everything
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The first thing I did was remove everything off of my shelves as well as all of the throw pillows. This is the perfect opportunity to dust, which it definitely needed done!
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Swap Out Pillow Covers
A while ago I started to invest in pillow covers and inserts, rather than actual pillows that don’t have a removeable cover. Storing pillow covers does not take up as much space as an actual pillow. I like these inserts.
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I’ve been enjoying adding different colors and patterns in my decor lately; all of these cozy pillows make me happy!
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The nice thing about pillow covers is you can wash them. I will wash the covers I took off and store them away for the next time I want to switch pillows up.
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Shop Your Home
I have always been a big believer in shopping your home before shopping in a store. When I’m ready to change up a space I go from room to room, searching for items I can move around. Every time I find something that will work in a different space. And that’s exactly what I did today- shopped my home and moved things around.
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Another tip is to use everyday items- I have some cutting boards and dishes on here as decor.
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I brought in this ZZ plant from our master bedroom, this art print that was in storage (I bought that at a thrift store for like $1) along with some glass bottles and some faux candles.
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Repeat Colors
Another tip is to repeat colors. I have black, oranges, greens and whites. The artwork displays a lot of these colors as well.
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I get asked quite often where I find all of my pillow covers at- Hobby Lobby always has a lot of good affordable options as well as H&M.
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Have Fun
My last tip is to have fun! I NEVER get things right on the first time- I usually switch around decor a few different times until I get it right.
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Is there a space that needs refreshed in your home?!