We’ve all been spending more time at home lately, and if you’re tired of the same old décor, you don’t need to hire an interior designer to mix things up.
“There are so many things around the house that can be revamped or given new life,” says Jodi Sullivan, owner and “shabbynista” at She’s So Shabby in Parkland, where she sells “repurposed, recycled and reloved” home décor. Thinking about updating that table? Picture frames need new life? From small pieces to larger projects, Sullivan offers fun and fresh ways to refresh your home from the inside out.
Baubles And Bangles
Have some old costume jewelry you never wear? Use it to add sparkle to décor with a little hot glue, she says. Remove the backings from clip-on earrings, separate necklaces, repurpose rings, etc., to update picture frames, mirrors, drawer pulls and more. “I like vintage jewelry,” Sullivan notes. “If you use [cheap] rhinestones, they’re not real, and they’ll cloud up.”
Petite Projects
If your kids are getting restless, they can easily take part in the process. Sullivan recommends customizing ready-made papier-mâché animals, available at retailers like Target and Walmart, which are easy to decorate with washable craft paint. “Put some paper down on the kitchen table; kids can do that at any age,” she says.
A Fresh Coat
Sullivan’s favorite way to update anything is with paint – specifically, chalk-style furniture paint. “A simple brushstroke is gonna make it look so different, yet it’s so easy and affordable to do it on your own,” she says. Use a two-inch brush to revitalize everything from nightstands to fan blades to picture frames (be sure to seal furniture paint with wax afterward for durability). “Whether it’s metal, wood or plastic, you can change the look of it inexpensively and make your home the way you want it,” Sullivan says. O