When It’s Time to Change, You’ve Got to Rearrange
…They’re not just some wise words sung by Peter Brady in his awkward adolescent years. They’re also pretty good advice when it comes to decorating. And since we’ve spent a few days at home being snowed in, I’ve been doing a little rearranging myself around here.
If you start to feel a little blah about a certain space in your house, instead of rushing out to shop, remember–shop your own house first! The good part about this is, you’ll be pulling from a collection of things that are already your own taste. Plus, you’ll be saving money by using what you already have.
If you need a little inspiration to get you started, check out your own Pinterest boards to see what has caught your eye in the past. I love pinning great kitchens, and after browsing through my Kitchens board, I decided I wanted a painting on my range shelf.
So, I borrowed the painting I normally have hanging over the piano and brought it into the kitchen.
Then, I replaced that one with a painting from my bedroom. And since this is only a temporary change, I won’t even miss it.
I did a little more rearranging for the entry table by replacing my previous boxwoods with some books and the moss urn I made back in this post. Nothing exceptionally fabulous, just a simple change of scenery.
And now the boxwoods are going on my seasonal cafe shelves, which I’ll finish up and show you later.
So, now I’ve got 4 newly-styled spaces and didn’t have to spend a dime. What needs rearranging at your house?
And one more thing! I’m a guest today over at 11 Magnolia Lane for their Operation: Organization Series.
Be sure to stop over and get someinspiration for all that organizing youneed to be doing. (Or is that just me?) See you there!
January 8, 2014 @ 3:59 pm
I have started moving things around a bit too – fresh year, fresh start. Plus, what else can you do when it's bone chilling cold outside, right? 😉
January 8, 2014 @ 4:20 pm
It's been good. Makes me love my own stuff again. But I am ready to get out now 🙂
January 8, 2014 @ 4:36 pm
Isn't it funny how things can take on a whole new life when you move them within your house? I think I need to do this with some of my art. I love your kitchen, Julie!
January 8, 2014 @ 5:33 pm
Thanks, Lisa! True! And I forget how fun it is until I get into it again! 🙂
January 10, 2014 @ 2:41 pm
Julie, I just love your range shelf (and the painting). Thanks so much for joining us over at Operation: Organization, too!
January 10, 2014 @ 5:40 pm
Thanks, Christy! And thanks for having me!
January 20, 2014 @ 4:19 am
I love the paint color on the piano wall. Can you share what the color is, and which store it's from?
January 20, 2014 @ 2:12 pm
Yes, that's Rainwashed from Sherwin Williams! Glad you like it!