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44 Best Small Living Room Ideas

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Work In Twos

Sometimes smaller spaces actually allow for bolder color and pattern experiments. Here, Katie Rosenfeld worked in pairs. She used the same floral pattern for the sofa and drapes, corresponding (and wilder!) cheetah prints on the carpet and throw pillow, and then coupled the springy green paint with the striped ottoman. If you love this look but prefer something a touch more modern, try this formula but then swap in the traditional prints for edgy, modern photography or an abstract painting.

Read McKendree

Separate Zones With Lighting

David Frazier carved out both a formal sitting and dining room within the same small space. A statement pendant over the pedestal table helps separate the dining zone, and stackable dining chairs can also double as extra sitting in the living room. Pops of dark yellow speak to the warm antique wood pieces and break up the monochromatic color scheme, and a ceiling-high curtain rod adds depth.

Gieves Anderson

Orient for Visits

Ditch the sofa altogether if you'd rather use the living room as a place to catch up and chat with others as opposed to lounging horizontally. Four blue-painted rattan chairs are oriented towards each other for visits, but they're comfy enough to recline and stretch out on during life's quieter moments in this fun small living room designed by Avery Cox.

Avery Cox

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Play Up Period Details

In a Parisian apartment designed by Lichelle Silvestry, luxe, warm, and texture-rich velvet seating further enhances the elaborate period elements. “I adore using materials that add character and authenticity to my interiors,” Silvestry says. “It’s a sensory feast.”

Heidi Jean Feldman

Use refreshing Colors

In this small bungalow living room designed by Another Human, the contemporary linen-covered loveseat gets a bohemian treatment surrounded by a mix of granny-chic accents and '70s details. A surprising and rejuvenating shade of purple keeps things fresh and exciting.

Stephen Paul

Hang Plants

Amber El-Amin worked around an odd overhang above the sofa area by hanging a plant from it. It enlivens the nook and brings a touch of unexpected whimsy without forgoing light—the two vintage lamps are strategically placed to brighten the tonal and laid-back yet upscale living room.

Fatma El Amin

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Use Fewer But Brighter Pieces

Located by the entry and kitchen in the Novogratz family home, this bonus sitting room is a crash pad for any loitering kids or guests. It's also a great design formula for anyone looking for a formal setup in a smaller space: Colorful artwork, minimal decorative objects, and streamlined furniture... Just the basics! But in bright colors.

Frank Frances

Display Heirlooms In Open Shelves

Old books and heirlooms will instantly make a room feel more personal, and exposed shelving and/or glass-enclosed cabinets will really let them shine. In this living room designed by Oliver Thornton, they add character and speak to the layered warmth of the furnishings, even though the space isn't huge.

Oliver Thornton

Let a Room-Spanning Rug Do the Work

If you're feeling stuck and uninspired, a room-spanning rug or piece of artwork can be a great jumping-off point for the rest of the color scheme. Everything in this small living room is inspired by the gorgeous Art Deco rug, from the plaster color-blocked paint to the masculine leather sofas. A lucite table keeps a lower visual profile while speaking to the mirrored ceiling.

Tamsin Johnson Interiors

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Forgo Armchairs

This simple living room designed by Robert McKinley Studio incorporates tons of texture, from the rug to the shades and the sofa. These casual materials make it feel casual while still being fresh and stylish.

Robert McKinley Studio

Use an Upholstered Ottoman

A reupholstered ottoman will play the role of a coffee table, footrest, and even extra seating depending on what you need it for. It's also a great option for anyone with small children or pets since the edges are soft, and it allows for extra pattern plays if you choose something fun like this triangle print in a sitting room by Les Ensembliers.

Paul Raeside

Use Acrylic Furniture

Call on lucite and acrylic furniture in small spaces that start to feel visually chaotic. Thanks to their transparent nature, you can count on them to disappear into the background. A waterfall coffee table in this small living room by Ashley Whittaker is a prime example.

Thomas Loof

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Strategize With Mirrors

Mirroring all your walls to bounce light may seem like a tall task, but what about just hanging a few separate wall-spanning mirrors and then customizing the frames with one paint color to make them cohesive? The green monochrome situation in this small living room designed by Benjamin Dhong is also inspiring use to layer various shades of one color.

Lisa Romerein

Upholster the Walls

Bring on the cozy vibes with plenty of soft fabrics, and even apply them to your walls! A fabric-covered ottoman, lush blue velvet sectional, room-spanning rug, fun armchair, and upholstered walls. This polished space by Nick Olsen is all the convincing we need.

Francesco Lagnese

Be Flexible With Seating

In a bohemian living room, pretty much anything goes—but if you need some guidance, try applying this formula: daybed plus side chair, armchair, floor pillows, and a couple of stools. In this case, Commune Design also incorporated a statement rug and task lighting.

AMY NEUNSINGER

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Take Advantage of High Ceilings

Eliza Crater Harris, the great great-granddaughter of Sister Parish, doesn't let limited square footage stop her from incorporating plenty of personality-packed patterns. Ceiling-high curtains elongate the room to make it feel larger and clean-lined furniture prevents the room from feeling too full.

Eliza Carter

Keep It Cozy

Leaning into the smallness of a space can actually be what makes it feel genuinely cozy and inviting. Keep seating close together and intimate, pile one textile and rugs in neutral tones, as Tamsin Johnson did here. Then utilize your walls for everything else, from task lighting to colorful artwork.

Tamsin Johnson Interiors

Skip the Sectional

If you're short on space, you might have the urge to fill all usable floor space with furniture. But sometimes less is more, especially in small rooms that can quickly start to look over-crowded. Instead of a large sectional, which can sometimes look bulky, float two smaller sofas across from each other with a two-tier coffee table in between, as David Mann did here.

ERIC PIASECKI

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Think Outside the Box

Eclectic and organic spaces like this one designed by Leanne Ford Interiors call for quirky seating arrangements and out-of-the-box furniture. Two small stools are painted white for a softer, cohesive, and personalized look in lieu of coffee tables, cushions are piled on top of a ledge as a makeshift softa, and a swing is hung from the low ceiling.

Leanne Ford Interiors

Separate Zones With Area Rugs

Area rugs separate the different zones in this studio apartment designed by Peter Frank. There's also plenty of accent seating on deck but out of the pathways when not in use, a small space strategy that always delivers.

WILLIAM ABRANOWICZ

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Incorpoate Reflective Materials

Opt for white lacquered walls and glossy tiles, as designer Brian Patrick Flynn did here. The high-shine materials are reflective and will generate the same maximizing effect that a mirror will, bouncing light and making for a generally airer space.

SHOP TILES Zellige Tiles, $2

Rustic White Photography

Opt for Pocket Doors

Pocket doors with glass windows allow for shared light to flow throughout the space while also creating separation. And even better, they slide right into the wall when not being used, taking up much less space than swinging doors.

SHOP DOORS IKEA Sliding Doors, $180

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Add a Gallery Wall

Though it may sound counterintuitive, covering a wall floor-to-ceiling can make a small space feel larger. In Rudy Saunders's apartment, an assortment of framed works (plus an overscaled watch clock!) draw the eye up, making the 375-square-foot studio feel more expansive.

SHOP GALLERY WALL KIT Frame Sets, from $166

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Be Resourceful

When space is limited and you don't want to shop for new, bulky furniture, use a chair as a side table and install wall sconces to save surface space. A cheerful color, like this pale turquoise hue, is also a good idea to set a happy mood in a tiny room.

SHOP SCONCES Arc Mid-Century Sconce, $79

Trevor Tondro

Think Vertically

By hanging subway tile vertically—rather than the more common horizontal hang—designer Eneia White makes this modestly sized bathroom feel both taller and more streamlined. A tight palette of black, white, and blush prevent it from feeling cluttered.

SHOP TILE Subway Tile, $2.79

Nick Glemenakis

Hide the Utilities

For the restaurant at The Cornell Inn, Toledo Geller used drapery to cleverly conceal pipes and HVAC, creating an elegant canopy while avoiding visual chaos.

SHOP DRAPERY Navy Blackout Curtains, $31

Frank Tribble

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Hang a Swing!

Since it doesn't take up any literal floor space, a swinging seat gives the appearance of a much more open room. For proof, look at the daybed Tiffany Brooks hung in this room at the Kips Bay Palm Beach showhouse.

SHOP SWINGS Hanging Daybed, $953

Nicholas Sargent

Shrink Your Dining Table

Small round tables aren't just for breakfast nooks. Ditch the giant dining table and give yourself some extra space by opting for a small, round dining table instead, like Emily Henderson did here.

SHOP TABLES Marble Dining Table, $999

Tessa Neustadt

Use a Day Bed

Add a day bed and watch your bedroom double in size. If you don't have a designated guest room, this could also come in handy in your living room.

SHOP BEDS Monarch Hill Daybed, $672

Toledo Geller

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Maximize Shelving

In this Manhattan apartment, Cece Barfield Thompson corralled the owner's books and accessories into one room, where built-in shelves—complete with gallery lights—make the items look deliberate. The best part? This library doubles as a dining room in the small apartment.

SHOP GALLERY LIGHTS Picture Light, $399

Lesley Unruh

Express Yourself Everywhere

Yes, even on the fridge—no, especially—your fridge and other bulky appliances. Since there's limited space for extras and less room to pile in all your favorite items, you'll need to beautify everything. Here, Anthony Dunning turned a regular old refrigerator into a design opportunity by dressing it up in removable wallpaper.

SHOP REMOVEABLE WALLPAPER Peel and Stick Paper, $150

Anthony Dunning

Mount Your TV

A media console is the biggest space waster in a small living room. Mount your TV on the wall or above a fireplace and you'll regain necessary floor space.

SHOP WALL MOUNTS TV Wall Mount, $30

Hecker Guthrie

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Hide Your TV

Or, even better, hide it! Whether inside of a credenza or disguised as artwork, this design trick is perfect for anyone whose living room is always their family room, dining room, and/or more.

SHOP MEDIA CABINETS TV Stand, $300

KARYN R.

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Do Double Duty

Pieces that can serve multiple purposes are key: Find a table that can function as a desk and dining table, get a deep sofa that can double as a guest bed, or buy cubes that serve as a coffee table and bonus seats when guests are over.

SHOP SEATING Storage Ottoman, $315

TREVOR TONDRO

Take Advantage of Architectural Quirks

Every single inch counts in a small house, so be sure to take full advantage of architectural quirks—this way, they'll actually become your favorite thing about the space. That radiator by your window? Invest in a pretty radiator cover and customize a cushion so you can use it as a window nook to read and relax in. (And you'll be able to forgo the bulky couch that'll take up half the studio!) Pile on the pillows and add a pendant light for tasks, as Jae Joo did here.

SHOP RADIATOR COVERS Radiator Cover, $255

Shade Degges

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Use Mirrors

It's the oldest design trick in the book: Mirrors will make your space feel larger, lighter, and airier. And a fun convex one like this adds a lot of personality without taking up a ton of space.

SHOP MIRRORS Mirror Plates, $16

Sara Tramp

Make Every Piece Count

Choose furnishings that offer maximum functionality in minimal square footage. For example, instead of an end bench, opt for a desk with a small side chair. You can use it for work, getting ready, and more.

SHOP DESKS Writing Desk, $68

Bjorn Wallander

Think About Scale

If your kitchen doesn't have an island and you don't have a living room that's separate from the kitchen, don't give up on making it functional. Opt for a tall wooden table that can provide some extra counter space for cooking and as a two-top dining table. Use this one in a kitchen by Corinne Mathern Studio as your blueprint.

BUY SMALL ISLANDS Counter Table, $125

Corinne Mathern Design

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Keep It Neutral

Calm, even-toned rooms fool the eye into thinking they're more spacious than they are. Make sure to add a variety of textures to keep the space from falling flat.

SHOP PILLOWS Velvet Pillow, $6

deVol Kitchens

Convert a Closet

Designer David Kaihoi used some seriously smart storage solutions to make his New York City apartment work harder—including creating this compact laundry "room" in his closet. That way, when he's not doing laundry, he can close the door on these eyesore appliances.

SHOP LAUNDRY MACHINES Washer and Dryer Unit, $1259

David Kaihoi

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How to decorate an apartment or house for the New Year

December 10, 2022 Likbez Holidays

Unusual alternatives to the Christmas tree, colorful wreaths and garlands that anyone can make.

Unusual Christmas tree

The easiest way to create a festive atmosphere at home is to put up a Christmas tree. If you feel sorry for a living tree or you do not have time to buy it, make a Christmas tree from what is at hand.

1. Christmas tree made of branches

This option is ideal for fans of natural materials. A tree made of a fin will look especially beautiful - light, light sticks that are thrown onto the shore of the sea or river.

Photo: Okrasiuk/Shutterstock

What you need

5-7 even branches of different lengths;
hacksaw;
twine;
scissors;
garland and other Christmas decorations.

How to do

Cut the knots from the branches, if necessary, trim the ends with a hacksaw. Each stick should be 5-10 cm longer than the next.

Spread the branches on a flat surface in decreasing length, leaving an equal distance between them.

Shot: Lynn Petersson / YouTube

Step back from the edge of the longest stick about 5 cm and tie it with twine. For reliability, make two knots.

Shot: Lynn Petersson / YouTube

Pass the rope to the next stick and tie it in the same way. Continue fastening the branches until you reach the shortest one.

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Measure about 30-40 cm of twine, form a loop for hanging the craft. Press the loop with a small weight, such as a glass.

Frame: Lynn Petersson / YouTube

Tie the shortest stick on the other side. Continue tying the branches, going down to the longest. Cut the twine. Decorate the Christmas tree with a garland, balls or ribbons and hang it on the wall.

2. Tree of books

If you have a large library, turn your collection of books into an original Christmas tree. You can make a small one for your desktop or build a structure a couple of meters high.

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What you need

Books of various sizes;
garland or tinsel.

How to

Arrange several books in a circle with wide side facing out. Step back from the edge 1–2 cm and lay the next layer in a checkerboard pattern on top, it should be slightly narrower than the first. Continue adding rows, gradually reducing the diameter of the circles.

Lay a few more volumes on the last layer of 3-4 books at different angles. So the tree will have a sharp top. Decorate the "tree" with garlands or tinsel.

3. Christmas tree from a ladder

Not only books, but also an ordinary ladder can be turned into an impromptu Christmas tree. The perfect way to decorate an apartment that is being renovated.

Photo: Mickis-Fotowelt/Shutterstock

What you need

Stepladder;
tinsel;
fine wire;
Christmas balls.

How to

Set up the ladder. Hang tinsel and garlands on it. Attach Christmas balls with thin wire. Gifts can be placed on the steps of the ladder.

4. Tree from a magazine

A tree made from an unwanted glossy magazine will turn out to be very bright even without additional decorations.

Photo: Jovana Milovanovic / Shutterstock

Needed

Old magazine;
PVA glue or glue stick.

How to

Fold the corner of the first page of the magazine towards the spine. You get a right triangle.

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Fold the resulting triangle in half and smooth it out.

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A small corner forms at the bottom of the page. Tuck it inside the triangle. Turn over the folded page. In the same way, fold all the following sheets of the journal.

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Place the magazine vertically. Straighten the sheets, glue the first and last pages together.

Frame: The Skorys / YouTube

5. Christmas tree made of colored paper

This wall composition is suitable for a small room or nursery. It doesn't take up space, and it won't be knocked over by a pet or small child.

If you are afraid of damaging the wallpaper, fix the pieces with a special temporary adhesive or a small amount of toothpaste.

Photo: Maryna_Auramchuk/Shutterstock

What you need

8-10 sheets of double-sided colored paper;
pencil;
scissors;
masking tape;
temporary adhesive, toothpaste, or double-sided tape;
shiny paper or foil.

How to

Cut out circles of different sizes from colored paper. Bend them in half and then straighten them. The smallest circles can not be added.

Use a pencil or masking tape to mark the borders of the triangle on the wall - the future Christmas tree. Apply glue or a drop of toothpaste to one half of each folded circle, attach the blanks to the wall, without going beyond the line. Instead of glue, you can use double-sided or transparent tape.

Fill in the gaps between the big circles with small shapes. Cut out a star from glitter paper and glue it to the top of the Christmas tree.

6. Christmas tree made of masking tape

This minimalistic Christmas tree will help out if you have a few minutes to decorate your house.

Photo: Mallmo/Shutterstock

What you need

Black or colored masking tape;
scissors;
colored paper;
PVA glue or glue stick.

How to

Cut a piece of masking tape 120-150 cm long. Tape it vertically to the wall. Measure several pieces 30-50 cm long, place them on both sides of the "trunk". After that, cut off pieces of 10-20 cm. Glue them on the sides of the branches.

Cut out circles and stars from colored paper. Glue them to the tree.

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Christmas Wreath

This decorative element traditionally decorates houses for Christmas and New Year. You can buy a wreath base from a store or make your own. To do this, use flexible plastic, vine, wire, straw, foam, textiles, thick cardboard, floral sponge and even empty plastic bottles. When choosing a base, rely on the future design of the wreath in order to simplify its creation as much as possible.

1. Balloon wreath

This wreath does not require a base: all parts are glued together. You can choose yarn of one shade or combine several colors.

Photo: Creative Nina / Shutterstock

What you need

30-40 styrofoam balls or table tennis balls;
yarn in various colors;
glue gun or superglue;
scissors;
cones, small spruce twigs and other decorations.

How to

Glue the end of the thread to the ball. Wait for the glue to dry. Wrap the yarn around the ball so that there are no gaps. Cut the thread and glue its end to the ball. Wrap yarn around the rest of the balls.

Glue the balls together to form a ring. Glue small twigs, cones and beads to the wreath.

2. Scarf wreath

This is a warm version of the wreath. Use an old accessory and decorate it to your taste. Frame

: The Daily DIYer / YouTube

What you need

Wreath base;
long scarf;
pins;
artificial branches and flowers.

How to

Throw the 15-30 cm end of the scarf over the warp. Take the other end and wrap it around the wreath. Make sure that there are no gaps on the wreath, secure the scarf with pins.

Tie the two ends of the scarf together. Insert artificial branches into the knot. If desired, the wreath can be decorated with a bow or wrapped with a garland.

3. Cork wreath

This wreath will perfectly fit into the festive interior of true wine connoisseurs.

Photo: Bogdan Sonjachnyj / Shutterstock

What you need

Wine corks;
glue gun;
wreath base;
cones, bows and spruce branches.

How to make

Lubricate the corks with glue, attach them evenly to the base and glue them together. Wait until the glue dries. Glue a second row of corks to fill in any gaps. You can arrange the plugs in rows or randomly. Glue decorations on the wreath: cones, bows and twigs.

4. Wreath of pasta

You can make a decoration even from ordinary pasta. You can take a short pasta of any shape, but a wreath of farfalle - pasta-bows will look especially festive.

Photo: Olya Detry / Shutterstock

What you need

200-300g dry pasta;
superglue;
wreath base;
spray paint;
bows, small cones and other decorations.

How to do

Grease the pasta with glue and glue one after the other to the base in a circle.

Photo: Olya Detry / Shutterstock

When the first coat is dry, apply the second. Glue pasta to cover gaps.

Photo: Olya Detry / Shutterstock

Allow the wreath to dry completely. Coat the workpiece evenly with spray paint, let it dry.

Photo: Olya Detry / Shutterstock

Use glue to attach the bows and cones to the wreath.

Photo: Olya Detry / Shutterstock

5. A wreath of handprints

This wreath is fun to make with your family. Each member of the family can carve and decorate their own handprint.

Photo: Triteleia/Shutterstock

What you need

2-3 sheets of paper;
pencil;
scissors;
10-15 sheets of green cardboard;
hard brush;
white gouache;
wreath base;
glue;
bows, beads and other ornaments.

How to do

Place your palm on a piece of paper and trace it with a pencil. Cut out the print with scissors.

Photo: Triteleia/Shutterstock

Lay out the template on a piece of cardboard, trace around it and cut out the print. Make 12-15 of these blanks.

Photo: Triteleia/Shutterstock

Apply some white gouache to the tip of a stiff brush. Spray part of the palms with paint.

Photo: Triteleia/Shutterstock

Glue your palms around the wreath base. Attach bows, beads and other decorations to your liking on top.

Photo: Triteleia/Shutterstock

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Christmas garlands

Another simple decoration that will add coziness to your home. Make several different garlands, hang them on the Christmas tree, windows and walls in different rooms.

1. Garland of dried oranges

This decoration made from natural materials will please the eye and fill your home with the scent of citrus.

Photo: franz12/Shutterstock

What you need

4–5 oranges;
parchment paper;
paper towels;
awl or thick needle;
spruce twigs, cinnamon sticks, cones.

How to

Preheat oven to 100°C. Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Cut oranges into thin slices, pat dry with paper towels and spread evenly on baking sheets. Dry fruit for 3-4 hours. During this time, swap the pans 2-3 times and turn the oranges over. You can also dry lemons, grapefruits, and other citrus fruits. If you have a special dryer, cook oranges in it, or buy ready-made dried fruits.

Cool oranges completely. With an awl or a thick needle, make two holes in each slice, thread twine or a thin ribbon through them. To secure the oranges, make knots on both sides. If desired, small fir branches, cinnamon sticks, cones and ribbons can be attached to the garland.

2. Craft paper garland

Another way to make an eco-friendly garland. To make this decoration less harmful to nature, use old craft bags.

Photo: Mykolastock/Shutterstock

What you need

5-7 sheets of craft paper;
pencil;
scissors;
hole punch;
thin ribbon or cord.

How to

Prepare the figure templates. Christmas trees, snowflakes, hearts, stars, snowmen, deer, Santa Claus hats will do. You can draw them yourself or print your favorite pictures from the Internet.

Attach templates to craft paper, trace around and cut out. Make a hole in the top of the figures with a hole punch, thread a ribbon or cord through it.

3. Garland of cupcake liners

Never used a set of paper cupcake liners? Turn them into cute Christmas trees.

Photo: 13Smile/Shutterstock

What you need

30-60 cupcake liners;
PVA glue;
twine or thin ribbon;
beads or other small ornaments.

How to make

Fold cake tins in quarters. Take the three resulting triangles, overlap them on top of each other and glue them together. Collect the same Christmas trees from the rest of the blanks. Wait for the glue to dry.

Arrange the Christmas trees at equal distances and glue them to twine or ribbon. Decorate the garland with beads.

4. Thread garland

This boho-style garland can be left on even after the New Year holidays. Attach it to curtains or a headboard to add an unusual detail to the interior.

Photo: Sarbinaz/Shutterstock

What you need

Cardboard sheet;
scissors;
yarn or floss.

How to do

Cut a piece of cardboard 15–20 cm wide. Wind several layers of yarn around it. You should end up with a strip 3-4 cm wide.

Frame: The DIY Mommy / YouTube

Cut the yarn and remove the skein from the cardboard.

Frame: The DIY Mommy / YouTube

Cut the thread 10-12 cm long. Tie the yarn bundle exactly in the center.

Frame: The DIY Mommy / YouTube

Fold the bundle in half. Cut another thread 10-12 cm long. Step back from the fold 1-2 cm and tie the bundle in this place. For reliability, make 2-3 knots.

Frame: The DIY Mommy / YouTube

Cut the loops, straighten the tassel and trim the edges with scissors.

Frame: The DIY Mommy / YouTube

Make 15-20 more brushes in the same way. For the upper thread, tie them to a ribbon or a long thread.

5. Colored paper garland

Relive your childhood and make a colorful paper chain. To give it a more restrained look, use sheets of one shade or limit yourself to two or three colors.

Photo: Natallya Naumava / Shutterstock

What you need

5-6 sheets of colored paper;
ruler;
pencil;
scissors;
glue stick or PVA glue.

How to

Draw identical strips 1.5–2 cm wide and 8–10 cm long on sheets of paper. Cut them with scissors.

Take one strip and roll it into a ring, sealing the ends with glue. Thread another strip into the resulting ring and glue it as well. Continue connecting the strips until you get the desired length of garland.

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