During this extended quarantine, your home may be less of a
refuge and more of a lackluster place you want to get away from. With
limited options for outings though, one way to curb boredom at home is to
freshen up its look. Consider some of these décor projects and at home
activities!
Craft Some Unique Décor Touches
Macramé Hangers
Although macramé is generally associated with summer camp
projects, Bohemian style has elevated this décor trend. Another great thing about macramé is it’s
versatile using neutral tones and can add texture to home a design that uses
too many smooth edges. Read more on macramé
projects: https://decorhint.com/macrame-projects-beginner/
Homemade Storage Ottoman
Storage ottomans and benches have plenty of utility. Aside from décor, they help organize and can
double as extra seating or end tables. Store
bought ones can be expensive though. Even
if you’re not the handiest person, making your own storage ottoman is a beginner’s
level project. Check out these
step-by-step instructions on how to build one: https://www.homedepot.com/c/ah/how-to-build-a-storage-ottoman/9ba683603be9fa5395fab901c5354f4d
Decorative Tile
Ceramic tiles are not just for kitchen backsplashes! They have a wide range of decorative uses
from beautiful a mailbox to making homemade coasters or house planters. You can use leftover tiles or purchase some uniquely hand-painted tiles on sites such as Etsy. Here are a few more ideas:
Homemade Decorative Pillows
Have you ever considered making your own decorative
pillows? It’s one of the easiest sewing
projects and the style choices are plentiful!
This is a craft project your kids can help with as well. See three ways to make a pillow: https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Pillow
Rearrange Furniture
An easy way to make your home feel new without spending any
money is to rearrange your existing furniture and wall art. Check out some pro tips! https://www.invaluable.com/blog/how-to-arrange-furniture/
Do Some Home Activities That Don’t Require Electronics
Admit it—just sitting in front of the television binging
Netflix or getting into a YouTube video watching spiral isn’t as fulfilling as
it once was and it sucking away your time and energy. Hit the reset button by doing some recreational
activities. Even light physical activities
will have a positive effect on your mood by releasing endorphins in your brain.
A couple of easy outdoor activities that require little setup are playing bocce or cornhole in the backyard. Here are a few more outdoor games: https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/c/outdoor-games
Also, you don’t need a full home gym to do these
workouts. Here are a few home workouts that don’t require a gym: https://www.self.com/gallery/no-equipment-exercises-top-trainers-swear-by
After you’ve completed some or all of these activities, bask
in that sense of accomplishment and relax at home with a new appreciation of
it.
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to a licensed, bonded, and insured contractor.
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