31 home deco hacks

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1. If you need an easy way to hang a curtain rod, use Command hooks.

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1.If you need an easy way to hang a curtain rod, use Command hooks.

amazon.comSo smart if you live in a rental or are just plain too lazy to drill a goddamn hole in the wall. Get these nice chrome ones fromAmazon.2.Repurpose your old rhinestone necklaces to make curtain tiebacks for a bohemian-inspired home.

dishfunctionaldesigns.blogspot.comIts like a chandelier for your curtains!!!3.Easily switch out seasonal plants by placing your potted plants IN pots.

floridafriendlyplants.comAh, the POT IN POT method. So obvious it hurts your brain that you didnt think of it first.4.If you have an exposed closet or clothing rack, use colored tape to prettify your hangers.

diyordie.elleinterior.seImagine a brightly-colored sundress hanging off that striped one and you will be reminded that this is totally worth the effort.5.Use a hollowed out book to hide an unsightly router.

anamublog.comIf youre averse to the idea ofdesecrating books for the sake of home decor, try using a binder or a pretty photo album instead.6.Use a sharpie and draw a design on a light bulb to cast a neat shadow when the light is turned on.

101woonideeen.nl7.Use an upside down Command hook on the backside of a door to hang a wreath.

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timmonsfamilylemonade.blogspot.com8.Jute rope is a cheap way to add a rustic/nautical touch to any window dressing.

remodelista.comBonus points if you incorporate a sailors knot.9.Cut an inexpensive duvet cover in half to make curtains the fabric will be doubled, creating its own lining.

blog.studiopebbles.com10.If youre looking for a subtle pop of color, paint the sides of your door.

radicalpossibility.comA nice little compromise when you want to paint a room hot pink but your housemate doesnt.11.Painting the sides of a dresser adds a delightful detail to a childs room.

apartmenttherapy.com12.Place a can under a candle in a large vase youll use less filler AND the candle will sit straight!!

naptimedecorator.blogspot.com13.Put your mouthwash in a decanter.

solutions.blair.comAdds atouche de classeto any bathroom sink.14.Light an array of candles in an unused fireplace.

alvhemmakleri.seFirewood! Who needs it?? Add a photo of Harry Styles in there for a DIY shrine.15.Update an unsightly fan with ribbons and tape.

issuu.comBasically, turn your fan into a childs bicycle.16.Coat the inside of a lampshade with glitter to create a cool reflective light effect.

de.dawanda.comFor when you cant afford a disco ball. :(17.Half-painted walls will give the illusion of higher ceilings.

athomeinlove.com18.Tie shower curtains on with bows instead of metal rings that rust.

etsy.com19.Poke holes in a dark lampshade for a starry effect.

etsy.com20.For a statement wall hanging, Staples does oversized prints called engineer prints.

realhousewivesofbuckscounty.comThe largest size is 3 x 4 and they cost only $4.99.21.Use removable contact paper to pre-arrange your photo gallery before drilling holes.

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alittleliberty.com22.A slim floating bookcase is a nice, clean way to add storage to dead space.

darncrafty.wordpress.comIn other words, make your dead space COME ALIVE. Get the directionshereon how to turn an Ikea bookshelf into a floating one.23.Use embroidery floss to weave a welcome message onto your screen door.

poppytalk.com24.Use a paste of water and cornstarch to make removable wallpaper out of fabric.

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howaboutorange.blogspot.comGet the exact directionshere.25.Paint your unsightly vinyl or laminate floors.

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viewalongtheway.comVinyl or laminate flooring can make any kitchen or bathroom look dirty and cheap. Youll be surprised at how well a floor paint job will actually hold up. Get the directionshere.26.For a space-saving lamp, hang a lightbulb on a cord off of a wall-mounted shelf bracket.

remodelista.comThis will look great in a minimalist space. Paint the cord, or cover it in washi tape or embroidery floss, if its unsightly.Get the bracket fromIkea.27.If youre hanging something heavy on your walls, use tape to measure the distance between two holes.

iheartnaptime.net28.For a cheap and classy alternative to bookshelves, use stair treads and corbels.

tealandlime.com29.Transform a boring window roller blind by covering it with pretty fabric and attaching it with hot glue.

homediyideablog.comGet more informationhere.30.Similarly, you can do the same thing to an ugly rubber mat using spray adhesive.

iammommahearmeroar.netNo-sew fabric projects make you secretly feel like youre cheating. Get the step-by-stephere.31.This handy website lets you see how your room will look with different paint colors.

mycolortopia.comSo relieved we live in an age where this exists. What the hell took technology so longhttp://www.mycolortopia.com/color_previews