From old items to home decor: Interior tips

20.09.2023 05:20
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:23

If you love adding a bit of retro and vintage to your interior, then don't throw away old items - they can come handy!

Using a little bit of imagination and DIY skills, you can turn them into brand new interior decorations.

Here are a few tips for you on how to achieve that.

Choose Old Things

Find old things in your house or at thrift stores that you don't use anymore. It could be old furniture, dishes, or even clothes.

Clean Them Up

Start by cleaning the old items really well. Dust them off, wash them, or give them a good scrub so they look clean and fresh.

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Think Creatively

Imagine how you can use these old items to decorate your home. 

For example, an old wooden ladder can become a bookshelf, or an old teapot can be a cute flower vase.

Paint and Decorate

You can paint the old items with pretty colors or patterns to make them look new and stylish. You can also add decorations like stickers or ribbons.

Combine Them

Sometimes, combining old items can create unique decor. For instance, you can stack old suitcases to make a cool side table.

Add Plants

Plants can make old items look fresh and vibrant. Put some small potted plants in old containers like teacups or tin cans.

Hang Them Up

Old things can be hung on walls as decor. Plates, trays, or even old hats can make interesting wall decorations.

Arrange Creatively

Arrange your old decor items in a pleasing way around your home. 

For example, you can create a display on a shelf or arrange old books with interesting covers on a coffee table.

Conclusion

If you use your creativity, then you can always see a new way of using an old thing - so use your imagination and create new home decor!
 

Kate Yakimchuk Author: Kate Yakimchuk Editor internet resource


Content
  1. Choose Old Things
  2. Clean Them Up
  3. Think Creatively
  4. Paint and Decorate
  5. Combine Them
  6. Add Plants
  7. Hang Them Up
  8. Arrange Creatively
  9. Conclusion