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How to Give Yourself a Makeover at Home

You are smack in the middle of the most wonderful time of the year, which means your calendar situation is starting to get out of hand (if it hasn’t already). We’re talking back-to-back office parties, family get-togethers and all-day shopping dates with the girls. But between checking off each item on your gift list and whipping up your signature casserole for holiday potlucks, you’re often left with no time to get that much-deserved primping and pampering before joining the rest of the world in spreading holiday cheer. And if by some miracle you do manage to squeeze in some me-time, finding a salon to accommodate your last-minute appointment is another story.

But don’t press the panic button just yet—that festive glow can be achieved right from the comfort of your own home. How? With these quick and easy tips from beauty pros that are sure to save you from a makeover meltdown and leave you looking your best this holiday season!

1. Light up any room with a brighter smile

Your smile is your best accessory, and Jacqueline Parks, esthetician at Bella Santé Spa, says, “With all of the festive lattes and specialty beverages during the holidays, it’s important to keep your smile from getting stained.” Her DIY teeth-whitening trick? Brushing with baking soda and water. Stocking up on whitening strips is also a good idea since they tend to be more effective than whitening toothpastes, says dentist anesthesiologist Louis Siegelman, DDS. To keep your pearly whites pristine and stain-free, Dr. Siegelman suggests going easy on holiday libations, particularly whiskey and red wine, which are notorious for leaving their mark on your teeth. You will also want to avoid “abrasive products that may remove stain better but cause excessive wear on the tooth surface,” adds Siegelman.

Try: Apa Beauty Apa White Duo 

2. Hydrate your hair and skin 

The combination of icy cold weather, alcohol-fueled parties, irregular sleeping habits and greasy holiday food can lead to skin that’s either too dry or too oily. To make sure your skin stays in fighting form, opt for a rich cream to boost hydration and lock in moisture. “The best rehydrating products contain hyaluronic acid and vitamins E and K. They act as emollient moisturizers, trapping the body’s natural moisture in place rather than causing greasy, oily skin,” says plastic and reconstructive surgeon Lara Devgan, M.D.

Hydration is also key in maintaining your crowning glory’s luster and shine, especially when you consider the beating it takes all through winter and the constant exposure to heat and styling tools. A weekly deep-conditioning mask will keep your mane from looking dull and lifeless, says Nashville Supercuts stylist Ashley Valadez. “Look for a deep conditioner that contains fatty acids and humectants like soy protein and panthenol. These ingredients help attract and retain moisture,” adds Valadez.

Try: Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Mask

3. Up your hair game 

Updating your hairstyle often requires you to sit for hours in the salon, but that doesn’t mean you can’t switch up your ’do at home. Want to channel effortless glam with beachy waves? “Curl your hair in large segments while leaving the bottom part straight. Make sure to alternate the direction of your curls to get even more texture,” shares Valadez. If you’d rather skip the heat, Valadez suggests, “French braid wet hair at night before you go to bed and undo with your fingers upon waking up to get tousled tresses,” suggests Valadez.

If sleek and straight is more up your alley, prepping your hair starts in the shower, says Valadez. “Wash your hair with cool water to keep the cuticles closed, helping prevent frizz. Use a sulfate-free shampoo to prevent drying out your hair. Instead of using a styling serum, use a cream to give your hair some added moisture. After straightening your hair with a flat iron, use a silkening shine spray,” she shares.

Try: Harry Josh® Pro Tools Ceramic Styling Iron

4. Turn up the color factor

Switching up your hair color is something you can do hours before heading to a party, says Sandy Taylor, editor at Foundation Fairy, adding that staying within two shades of your natural hair color will help make maintenance a breeze.

If you’re dealing with dullness, brassiness and breakage, add a hair mask formulated for color-treated hair to your shower routine to bring your mane back to life, suggests Robyn Michel, stylist at Supercuts in Providence. Aside from helping to prolong color vibrancy, hair masks also aid in replenishing the moisture your hair lost during the treatment process, she adds.

A quick gloss session in the shower can also help refresh and spruce up your hair color. dpHUE’s Color Boosting GLOSS+ Deep Conditioning + Treatment features a double-acting formula that enhances color and shine while conditioning and revitalizing each strand.

5. Add a little sparkle to your eyes

You may be an adult now, but let’s face it: Does our love for glitter really go away? The good news is, a little shimmer is one of those things that never goes out of style and there’s no better time to rock some sparkles than the holiday season. If you want to play up your eyes—and if you’re up for trying something new—then Amy Nicole, the founder of Chic Studios School of Makeup, suggests getting your hands on a liquid eyeshadow. “Liquid eyeshadows are all the rage. A favorite of mine is a glittery lightweight formula from Stila Cosmetics in the shade Kitten, a vibrant nude pink. The best way to apply it is directly over the lid with the applicator.” For best results, make sure you prep your lids and under-eye area before applying any eye makeup.

6. Keep a brow profile 

There’s a reason beauty girls spend a considerable amount of time making sure their eyebrows are #onfleek. According to science, it’s the most important feature on your face, so make sure to keep them (and your lashes) fuller and longer with a strengthening serum like Rapid Lash Eyelash and Eyebrow Enhancing Serum, which helps hydrate and protect delicate strands from all that tugging, brushing and curling.

If you’re going for a subtler, more natural-looking brow, Nicole says, “Always remember to mimic the natural hairs by keeping your strokes short and precise with a pencil. Powders and very thin brow pencils are the best for achieving natural brows. ” Makeup artist and licensed cosmetologist Mindy Green echoes this and adds that the shade of your pencil or powder can make or break your brow game. “Beware of using black even if you have black hair as it can be too harsh. Stick to dark brown or brownish black if your hair is black or brunette,” she adds.

For an instant eye lift, licensed esthetician and eyebrow designer Pamela Jeschonek suggests “tracing the arch a little higher on the top of the brow instead of tweezing from underneath.” For a more glammed-up look, “Use concealer under and above your brow to give it more definition. You can also add some pencil to the base of your brows to provide a sharper, more defined look,” adds Green.

Try: Kevyn Aucoin The Precision Brow Pencil

7. Rock a red lip 

You can never go wrong with a red pout—that is, if you’re wearing the right shade for your skin tone and undertone. “If you look better in shades like yellow, orange or red, you have a warm undertone. If you look best in pink, blue or violet, your undertone is cool. If you are neutral, you can wear all shades equally well,” explains Green.

As a general rule, blue-toned reds will flatter those with cool undertones while those with warm undertones look best in brick and brown- or orange-tinged reds. For best results, prep your pout with a gentle exfoliating scrub to smooth the surface of your lips and remove flakes and dry patches, says Green. “Then apply lip balm to hydrate your lips. You can follow with foundation over the lips if you have uneven lip tone,” she adds.

To apply your lipstick, “Start with a lip liner and line the entire upper and lower lips. Starting from the middle of the top lip, fill in and move to do the same on the bottom. Apply lipstick all over with small, gentle strokes,” shares Nicole.

Try: Lipstick Queen Eden Collection Lipstick

Home makeover ideas – simple ideas to transform your home

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If you have spent much more time scrutinizing your home in the past year, this list of home makeover ideas is for you.  

Whether it’s a long-postponed decluttering day, a creative project or a decorating revamp, these ideas might have been on your wish list for some time – or maybe you are about to add them. 

None of them is too effortful nor costly – and none should take up too much time (especially if you get someone else to do the work). However, these mini home makeover ideas do have the power to transform and brighten your home.

See: Interior design tips – decorating secrets for the world's top experts

Home makeover ideas – to plan or try this weekend

Take your pick of these home makeover ideas – some will take an hour or two; others are more whole-weekend projects.

1. Get creative with craft

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Why not take the time to get your creative hat on and make the most of the supplies you have laying around your house? Whether it’s a DIY spring wreath, like the one above, using old birthday and celebration cards, wall paper samples, cotton, ribbon or leftover fabric – you’ll be amazed at what you can create to help give your home a makeover and have some fun in the process.  

Why not create a fun piece of wall art and frame it to display in your home or use spare fabric to create DIY cushion covers? Not only will the items you create look great on display, but they’ll also be completely unique and personal to you. You can also get the children involved to keep them entertained.

2. Create a gallery wall

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If creating a gallery wall in your home is a job you’ve been putting off for a while, now is your chance to get it done! It will create a fresh space in your home whilst helping to add something unique. Whatever your style, gallery walls can provide an instant home makeover that will totally transform any space in your house – whether it’s on your staircase, in your bedroom or pride of place in your living room. All you need is a selection of prints, some equipment to position them on the wall and a bit of creativity.

Creating a gallery wall doesn’t need to be complex or take hours on end. It's all about bringing together your favourite pieces that also showcase your personality. Experiment with different styles and types of wall art – whether that’s a mixture of bold block color prints, bright quirky patterns, typography images or your favourite family photos.

See: How to choose art for your home – curate a collection of beautiful artwork

3. Bring the outdoors indoors

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Nature can be a really simplistic but beautiful way to transform your home. If you have a garden that’s starting to bloom in the spring sunshine, why not bring a selection of flowers or a smaller plant indoors? They can make beautiful centrepieces for your dining room table and will add instant brightness in your living room.

If you’re going on a daily walk and pass some wild flowers growing, pick the petals and let them dry out. You can then use them to create natural homemade pot pourri that will make a wonderful addition to any room. Not only do plants and flowers instantly make your space look more beautiful, they can also boost our wellbeing and make us feel uplifted – making them the perfect addition to any home.

4. Reorganize and declutter

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If the rooms in your house have looked the same since you moved in, now might be the time to have a rethink. Simply changing the position of the furniture in your home can be a really effective but easy way to give it a makeover. You could move items around to give you optimal space or shake up some of your décor by rearranging bookshelves or ornaments.

As well as transforming your home, removing any clutter and unwanted items can also be really beneficial for your mood, providing a positive, uplifting energy into your home.

5. Make the most of your favorite photos

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Many of us will have boxes of photo albums in our homes of all of our favorite memories from the years gone by. Or you might find that you have streams of photos on your phone camera roll. Well, now is the perfect time to utilize those photos to create something beautiful in your home.

Print a selection of your favorite online or choose a selection that have been stored in your attic to create an eye-catching feature wall in your home. Or, if you don’t want to display them on the wall, hang them creatively with bunting or string and some clips. This can instantly transform any room in your house and make you feel happy each time you catch a glimpse of your favorite memories.

6. Give your headboard a new look

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With a wealth of headboard ideas to choose from, you can create a focal point in your bedroom by re-covering your existing headboard with some fabric. Be it a beautiful plain velvet, abstract print or a blousy floral, it’s a weekend job that will transform your bedroom. Fabric by Rapture & Wright at The Fabric Collective .

7. Go floral in a white kitchen

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White kitchens are essentially a blank canvas and allow you to get creative when you want to add in a decorative aspect – this is where wallpaper comes in. It could be one wall or an alcove yet it could transform the overall feel of your room.  

See: Country wallpaper ideas for kitchens – cover your walls with playful prints

8. Add a trim to a lampshade or two

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Colorful lampshades are big news right now, so why not add a trim to your existing shades like Penny Morrison has here? Choose a contrasting color for impact - there’s plenty of trims to choose from – pom poms, beading or fringing to name but a few. 

See: Frills and ruffles are the latest interiors trend – and we're on board

9. Add character to plain walls and furniture

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The beauty of this kind of decoration is that the looser you work, the better it will look. These panels and sideboard were influenced by the Charleston House , home of the Bloomsbury Group in Sussex, England, and painted by the fabulous Annie Sloan . She shares the beauty of this style below;

‘These designs were all painted freehand but I am not averse to using a few household items such as plates, mugs, and bowls to create shapes – the beauty of freehand, of course, is you get these fabulous charming wibbly lines. 

'Remember that wobbly lines are a part of the charm of this type of design, and you’ll make life easier for yourself if you’re working on a textured “imperfect” surface rather than a freshly plastered wall.’

10. Turn your shower into a work of art

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Does your bathroom need a revamp? Wall&decò’s waterproof wallpaper can be applied over existing tiles, Kirsten Wain, designer at West One Bathrooms explains:

''Wall&decò's waterproof wallpaper can be installed directly inside the shower providing a seamless surface that's low maintenance, easy to clean and perfect for making a bold statement.' 

We think it looks stunning, too. 

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Make a frilly curtain to hide clutter

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Time to dust off the Bernina and source some pretty florals or ginghams to hide all those unsightly pieces under our sinks. It’s a trend from the past that we feel is sneaking back as interior designer, Carlos Garcia explains:

’I love a skirted basin in a bathroom and kitchen. It’s the perfect way to soften edges, adds warmth, allows you to indulge in your favourite fabric and it hides a multitude of sins.’

12. Use the rule of symmetry

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Sometimes a reshuffle can be all that’s needed to give a space a new lease of life and symmetry can be your organizational friend, as New Orleans interior designer, Maureen Stevens explains: 

‘Symmetry is what makes a space beautiful – to designers, all we need is balance, things don't have to be matchy-matchy. In this vignette, a bold wallpaper called for the other items to be in perfect symmetry, such as the table lamps and X-benches. ’  

13. Get creative with china

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It’s time to stop hiding away those favorite plates and hang them on your walls instead, as Ana Moisin, Head Interior Designer at OKA explains.

‘I like to display china in a geometric pattern, and for a more contemporary angle, incorporate plain white pieces alongside intricate patterns in the wall design. The most important thing is to position them in a place where they can take center stage and you can really appreciate the craftsmanship – above a console, for example.’

See: 5 tips for displaying china you didn't know you didn't know

14. Paint or wallpaper a ceiling in a color

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This trend has been with us for a while, but we predict it’s going to gather pace this year, partly spurred on by this project by Joanna Gaines. 

It’s certainly a design feature that takes a certain boldness, but you can use a pale shade for added, but subtle, interest.  

Artist, designer and owner of Home Ec , Natalie Papier has embraced colorful ceilings to great effect in her home – it works particularly well in rooms that have high ceilings, so if your space feels a bit cavernous and you desire a more cozy feel, it is worth experimenting with

15. Declutter your pantry

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We realise this may not sound like the most exciting activity to do on a weekend, but you will be very pleased with yourself when you can find your favorite spices at the first attempt the next day. 

One of our favorite pantry organization ideas comes from interior designer, Katharine Pooley , who says, 'It might sound simple, but make sure the taller items go towards the back; it’s easy to put things at the front when you’ve just used them, but that will lead to smaller items getting forgotten about at the back, plus a general untidy feel.'

Jennifer is the Digital Editor at Homes & Gardens. Having worked in the interiors industry for a number of years, spanning many publications, she now hones her digital prowess on the 'best interiors website' in the world. Multi-skilled, Jennifer has worked in PR and marketing, and the occasional dabble in the social media, commercial and e-commerce space. Over the years, she has written about every area of the home, from compiling design houses from some of the best interior designers in the world to sourcing celebrity homes, reviewing appliances and even the odd news story or two.

22 Creative DIY Home Transformation Ideas to Change Your Home in 1 Day +Photos & Videos

Who has ideas to transform your home? Probably, every person wants his apartment to be a stylish and cozy place, so that all friends, relatives and acquaintances who come to the house do not consider inexpensive furniture that catches the eye, in general, so that the interior of the house is visually more expensive than it actually is. deed.

With the help of creative ideas for the home, this is quite possible. nine0003

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№1 Linoleum painting

Absolutely every floor covering can be slightly transformed. Simple squares or Christmas trees (type of linoleum) can also be changed. First, rinse the linoleum with water and soda, and after it dries, cover with a primer, at the final stage with paint (we recommend using oil). Also use stencils for special and neat ornaments. nine0003

№2 Textiles

Simple things and books can be functional, but they don't look very nice on the whole. The best way to dilute this would be to install a curtain rod with curtains.

No. 3 Wires

All the wires that stick out of your wall are very ugly, so we advise you to use one of the following options to get rid of them:

№4 A second wind to old objects

This creative idea for the home can be realized with a simple colored tape or spray, for example, to change the look of a refrigerator. By painting it in one color, it will become brighter, if the shade is very bright, we advise you to diversify the colors. For example, repaint with polka dots, make it striped, cover with a layer of paint with a slate effect. Turn your refrigerator into a real art object. nine0003

#5 Ceiling

Choose the color you want your ceiling to be. The fact that dark shades look gloomy, and bright ones look too strong, is all a lie. Quite the contrary, experiment and choose your ideal option.

№6 Window cornice

If your apartment has a small window, then with the help of a curved cornice it can appear visually larger. This option can also be transformed = an internal balcony using simple blackout curtains, behind which there will be an ottoman or an armchair. nine0003

#7 Wall

Walls that have been repainted halfway can make your ceiling look taller. Everything must be perfect, that is, white top black bottom. Remember!

№8 High skirting boards

The idea for the house is decorating with a skirting board. With it, you can transform the interior of not only the room, but the entire apartment. The high plinth is very massive and spectacular, however, the price for it will be much higher. We advise you to use molding, its cost is much lower, and you can install it by fastening it over the original plinth. We also recommend repainting it, and the decor element will look great throughout the apartment. nine0003

No. 9 Armchair in a bright shade

If you have old armchairs in your house, textile paint will help bring them back to life. We advise you to repaint the fabric upholstery in a very bright color, for example, yellow, coral or blue. After the paint has dried, we advise you to repaint the legs of the chair, for example, in a white shade, only here be sure to use a simple paint.

№10 Glass vase

Plain vases made of plastic or glass are a very popular piece of furniture. Pick up a golden spray can and scotch tape, and start pumping your simple vase, a couple of straight or curved golden lines on a simple vase can transform it and set the style. nine0003

№11 Graphic pattern

A graphic pattern on the wall can be designed and made using colored adhesive tape or electrical tape. For example, you can use all the colors of the rainbow.

№12 Curtains

Have you heard anything about designer curtains? For example, you can recolor your curtains in a gradient, or just a shade of burgundy - this way you will make them stylish and modern. Use a simple bucket and special paint for this. To adjust the shade, dip the fabric gradually. nine0003

№13 Candlestick

Almost every container can be transformed, the main thing is to stock up on a good creative idea for the home. For example, take plastic spoons and repaint them in a shade that is pleasant for you, then glue them to the walls of the container with glue - this way you will have a beautiful candlestick.

No. 14 Rugs

With the help of cans of paint and the so-called kraft paper, you can turn a simple carpet into very bright fruit slices. nine0003

№15 Floor lamp

With the help of a mustache and gradient painting, you can transform a simple floor lamp into a fashionable piece of interior decoration. If you have a modern interior, then such a move can change your room and apartment as a whole.

№16 Headboard by the bed

If your wall is made in a light color and the headboard by the bed is very small, then make it visually larger by gluing thick paper with drawings and photographs to the wall. If you don't have artistic skill, use stencils. nine0003

№17 Covers (knitted)

A great idea for the home is to transform flower pots - you can decorate them with knitted covers.

№18 Butterflies

The so-called glass cloche on a stand can seriously transform the room of a creative person. Inside such an object, you can come up with a large number of different compositions. For example, you can hang paper butterflies on thin wires.

№19 Family gallery

Use family photos to decorate an entire wall in your parents' bedroom or in the hallway. We advise you not to use simple frames, but to order an original collage.

No. 20 Flowers

You can decorate the walls with or real flowers. For example, collect a lot of feathers of different colors of flowers, and make a composition out of them to your taste.

№21 Chest of drawers and decorations

A simple chest of drawers can also be changed by carefully painting it in your favorite colors. nine0003

№22 Herbarium

From petals, leaves and flowers (in dry form) you can assemble a huge herbarium in an individual style. We advise you to glue carefully and on a large glass with a special frame made by yourself. This option is perfect for decorating a shelf or wall.

Simple ideas for DIY apartment design

It just so happens that we are ready to start repairs only when both furniture and decoration are already in a deplorable state. And if the house is more or less clean, neat and functioning, but it has long been boring and boring, you won’t wait for repairs from us. We stubbornly do not want to admit to ourselves that we are tired of the once beloved atmosphere and decor. Why change something? After all, repairs are long, dirty and expensive. nine0003

We assure you, not always. We have collected for you easy-to-implement ideas for decorating an apartment with your own hands. They are able to cheer up even the most dull room. Act decisively, and a good mood will not keep you waiting!

Rebecca Hayes Interiors

Paste new wallpaper on top of old
No need to peel off the wallpaper or level the wall - paste the new wallpaper on top of the old. Often it is these preliminary works that discourage any desire to make repairs - while the wallpaper is still holding, we are literally too lazy to touch them. nine0003

True, you can stick wallpaper on top of the wallpaper only in the case of a paper cover (nothing will stick to bulky foamed vinyl). Another important point: make sure that old wallpaper will not show through the new wallpaper.

Tip:
You don't have to cover the whole room, just make a new coating on one wall. For example, behind the head of the bed in the bedroom, nursery or behind the TV in the living room.

SEE ALSO:
How else can you decorate the wall behind the headboard

Louise de Miranda

Make a "patchwork" wall from the remnants of wallpaper
Anti-crisis decoration - collect the remnants of unnecessary wallpaper rolls from friends and acquaintances (believe me), there is everyone (believe me), . The result is unpredictable, but so much the better! - you will get a real wall of friendship.
Pick patches of different colors, patterns and textures, and then paste on part of the wall. The proportion between the glued and unglued area should be 2:3, never 1:1. nine0003

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Add an accent spot
A splash of color made with paint will brighten up any room. It is not necessary to paint the entire wall: it takes a long time, and besides, you risk getting tired of it quickly. Apply the new color only half the height or even a third - exactly as long as the can of paint remaining from the repair lasts.

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Seymour-Smith Architects

If your shelving doesn't have a back wall, repaint the wall behind it with a new contrasting color. nine0003

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Outline
Paint around a kitchen niche, window frame, headboard and more. To draw the strip neatly, be sure to use a level (for a straight line) and stock up on masking tape.

Tip:
An alternative design option is to stick a strip of colored paper tape over the wall with wallpaper. Ask for washi-tape, or Japanese scotch tape, at hobby and art stores. nine0003

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Order vinyl decals to your liking
Essentially a first aid kit for changing the mood in a room. Stickers are a very effective solution. But they will suit you only if nothing else “happens” on the wall. It is better if the walls are plain. But stickers are definitely contraindicated for a large pattern on the wallpaper.

Irina Tatarnikova Decor

Organize a permanent exhibition
Another way to decorate an empty wall is to hang photo frames. A seemingly chaotic, careless gallery will make the interior more personal. The exposure can be changed at least every month: thanks to Instagram, everyone has plenty of funny pictures. nine0003

Laura Kirar Design

Put the decorations on the shelf
If you have plenty of photos and paintings, but you are not at all sure that you can effectively group the exhibits, hang the shelves in several lines. They will create a platform for all the things and accessories that inspire you at the moment. And every time you want something new, just rearrange or completely change the composition. In addition, you do not have to once again make holes in the walls. nine0003

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Adding "art"
It is not necessary to spend money on paintings in baguettes - a poster with an unusual quote or even just a piece of bright textile on a stretcher will successfully fulfill the role of a work of art in a modern interior. By the way, it can also be a colorful rug - only if it does not resemble grandmother's tapestries with deer.

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