New Year, New Resolutions

Monday, January 18, 2010

New Year, New Resolutions

Living Room ensemble available at Meg Brown Home Furnishings in Advance, NC

Happy New Year! I hope you and yours had a wonderful holiday season. With the new year ringing in, so too comes the resolutions. According to Wikipedia, a New Year's resolution is ”a commitment an individual makes to a project or the reforming of a habit, often a lifestyle change that is generally interpreted as advantageous”. Many people set goals to improve their health, weight, finances and even your home. Ugh, the pressure!

Here are some easy fixes and simple resolutions that can help dramatically change the look and feel of your home.

1. Declutter. I know, so obvious but so easy and affordable. Clutter adds up over the years and can pile up quickly. Take it one room at a time and start the purge process. Yes, you will have to let some stuff go but it is totally worth it. Set aside some time on a daily basis and once you are done you will feel as if you just shed a few pounds. Bonus!

2. Paint. Changing the color can instantly update and refresh your space. It can bring an outdated room into the now and add some Wow! Find your inspiration and let it guide you in your color selection.

3. Rearrange it. You don’t have to buy all new furniture to get a fresh look. Addressing Spaces specializes in redesign for casual to luxurious homes. Redesign is the art of using what you have to completely transform your space. It is the affordable and economical way to redecorate your home. Check out our gallery online to see some before and after transformations.

4. Shop Smart. That doesn’t mean just setting a budget and sticking to it. It helps to make a list of what you need and take measurements. Don’t just shop blind. Know the approximate size and scale of the pieces you need and the space you’ll place them. So just like Santa, make your list and check your measurements twice to save you from the hassle of returns. We can assist you with a shopping plan if you need it, we love to shop!

5. Get Savvy and Take a Class. Join us for our Decorating on a Budget class on January 21. Learn creative ideas on how to decorate on a budget or learn about color on March 18. For more classes check out my Workshops and Event Page.

I believe creating a home you love is so important for ones piece of mind. Make it your escape, your retreat. At least if you don’t keep up with that New Year’s diet resolution, you can retreat to your beautiful space as you kick up your feet while comfortably eating some Bon Bons.