From lush rich textures to the warm
glow of the right lighting, creating a cozy space is a large part of the allure
of the holiday season. When you gather with family and friends, you want your
home to feel warm and inviting for each of your guests.
See our tips to give your home a
feeling of warmth, comfort, and relaxation for the holiday season.
LIVING
ROOM
The living room is a guest’s
introduction to your home in most cases. It tells a story of who lives there,
and the moments shared in that space. As you choose holiday décor that
compliments your home, try incorporating some of these pre-loved items into
your design scheme.
RUGS
Warm rich hues like red or purple can
infuse the room with vibrant holiday-friendly flare, warmth, and texture.
White, greens or blues give a cool cozy feel. When shopping for a preowned rug,
look for high-quality fibers free of stains, discoloration, or water damage.
LIGHTING
Pre-owned lighting fixtures not only
save you money, they can also add a one-of-a-kind touch to the way a room is
decorated. Be sure to find out about the wiring of the fixture, bulb size and
wattage before making the purchase.
CONVERSATION PIECES
Find great books, vintage bobbles, or
small decorative statues and figurines that bring character and enhance the
narrative of your home. Perfectly placed conversation pieces with holiday
themes in gold or bronze tones complement a warm color palette.
PILLOWS & THROWS
Consider repurposing old sweaters to
create pillow covers with texture or thrifting holiday hued pillows at an
estate sale or online auction. Pillows and throws can tie in your holiday theme
colors or patterns throughout gathering spaces.
DINING ROOM
The dining room is likely the second
most popular gathering place in your home after the living room. It’s essential
to entertaining and the perfect space to put your best welcoming foot forward.
See our ideas below for upcycling common items to breath new life into
something “new to you.”
CANDLES
Give candles an upscale update by
repurposing glass containers as candleholders or decorating existing
candleholders. Candles give your dining area a cozy glow while bringing in
subtle pops of color. Layer clear glass or other textured holders to create a
centerpiece.
NATURAL ELEMENTS
Bring a bit of nature into your dining
space using natural items like fruits, vegetables, nuts, rocks, or flowers as a
table focal point in your holiday décor. This is a perfect way to add color and
breathe natural beauty into your holiday tablescape.
ART
From abstract sculptures to sprawling
impressionist canvases, art can bring personality and color to any room. Use
art to incorporate a color theme or add texture with metal, wood, or other
dimensional works of art.
COLORFUL CERAMIC & GLASS
Using a mix of textures allows you to
layer color and style varieties to create a unique look for your dining room. Colorful
ceramic dishware paired with jewel-tone glassware can be used to dress your
dining room and create an inviting feast for the eyes.
Whether you add a colorful theme or
texture to the room or well-placed decorative accessories use the ideas above
to make your home cozy. It’s simple to update the look of your space with upcycled,
reclaimed or repurposed decorative accessories. These items flaunt character
and enhance the narrative of your holiday theme.
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