1. PILLOWS

But of course.

Pillows are the single-most, easiest way to add change to our homes. Want more color? Want more pattern? Want less? Need to tie your colors together? With the toss of a pillow, you can alter the outlook of your space.

2. THROW RUGS

Throw rugs are a great way to liven a room. Smaller rugs {6×9 and lower} are fantastic additions to a bare floor, but have you ever considered adding a throw rug on top of wall-to-wall carpeting? Or how about adding a smaller rug atop a large rug.

With this layering trick, you can add color and style to your space. And although rugs can be pricy, smaller rugs are significantly less expensive, and they can be used to revitalize an old rug or beautify a space without the cost of a complete flooring change.

3. EDIT!

I cannot say enough about the impact of this decorating concept.

I have an expression I say a lot. Maybe it is a little bit sassy, but – oh my – it is true:

“YOU CAN’T HAVE A BEAUTIFUL SPACE IF IT IS FILLED WITH JUNK” QUOTe DARLENE WEIR.

Now, don’t get me wrong. The opposite of junk is NOT expensive stuff. The opposite of junk is useful, simple belongings that are pleasing to your eye. It is time to get rid of the clutter that stuffs your mind and causes you to dust. The time is now!

4. FLOWERS/ PLANTS

There is absolutely nothing complicated about this next tip.

Simply put: Rooms with plants and flowers are simply made more beautiful. So add them!
More plant thoughts: Find a green plant that you can keep alive {my favorite is asparagus fern}, and keep your eyes open for flower discounts at your local market or grocery store.
For flowers that mimic designer looks, simply purchase two bunches of only one type of flower, trim their stems quite short, and bunch them together in a vase with a narrow mouth.

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Pillows, Rugs, Plants, Edit

Things feel fresh in the New Year. It is time to make changes, and certainly, a time to stay hopeful.
The same feelings apply to our environments. The New Year strikes, and we are ready to renew our homes. Ready to have hope in our spaces again.
Fortunately, there are several easy ways to renew your home’s look without much cost, or even commitment to an overall design plan.

Celebrate with us as we experience the meaning of the symbols we are surrounded by.

The origin of birth flowers such as the Paper White/Narcissus is dated back to the Roman Empire, yet celebrated in December by the birth of Christ. All over the World people give Birth Month Flowers as gifts to celebrate special occasions or events. Flowers, such as the Narcissus, are always given to celebrate the birth of a new baby alongside the birth of Jesus. Knowing the flowers which are associated with the December Birth Flower and their meaning adds to the significance of the flowers. The special events where it would be appropriate to give the December Birth Flower, the Narcissus are as follows: Month of December Flowers, the Narcissus or Holly, to celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year's Eve.

Wreaths have been symbolically used for centuries. The circle shaped wreath is for eternity or eternal life. As the circle has no beginning and no end, so does human life.

The leaves and fruits which are combined to make a wreath are symbolic of the strength of life. A wreath always contains the leaves of evergreens which can withstand the cold and freezing weather. This symbolises courage and strength which humans should cultivate in order to overcome all the hardships of life. The shape of the wreath also symbolises the crown of thorns which was put on Jesus' head, the resurrection and eternal life. The berries and other fruits symbolise wealth and prosperity.

Stars are one of the most well known symbols of Christmas. Stars at Christmas time represent the biblical Star of Bethlehem which was a beacon of reckoning for the wise men to follow, in order to come worship the child Jesus, the little King of the Jews. When we see stars at Christmas time, they remind us of that special star that showed foreign dignitaries where Jesus was.

Red traditionally represents the sacrifice of blood that Jesus shed while hanging on the cross. Green represents the evergreen, ie. eternal life. Holly is included with the evergreens, and even had special significance because of the red berries it has. At one time holly was considered a holy plant: green for eternal life, and red for the blood of Christ. We believe in the meaning of these symbols.