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How to Freshen Up your Living Room: 4 Simple Ideas

I have a favorite corner in my house where the sun pours in through the window in the most perfect way, and I can curl up on the couch and feel all my troubles wash away. But I’ve been feeling a little like that corner is losing it’s power because it’s been the same for a LONG time. I haven’t done anything about it because I wanted to get it just right and only add things I really love, so when I saw the Latter Day Home line at Deseret Book, I knew the time had come. The best part is that I only had to add a few things to make a difference, and today I’m going to share how to freshen up your living room with just four simple items! Here we go…

How to Freshen Up your Living Room: 4 Simple Ideas + a tutorial featured by Top US Craft Blog + The Pretty Life Girls

Before we get to the goods, you need to see a before of my special corner so you can really appreciate the impact of these small changes. Take a good look, and then read on:

How to Freshen Up your Living Room: 4 Simple Ideas + a tutorial featured by Top US Craft Blog + The Pretty Life Girls

1. Meaningful Wall Art

Meaningful wall art, like this Bring Sunshine quote, is the perfect way to bring personality and thoughtfulness to your living space!

How to Freshen Up your Living Room: 4 Simple Ideas + a tutorial featured by Top US Craft Blog + The Pretty Life Girls

2. Throw Pillows

Throw pillows are a great way to add not only comfort, but pattern and visual interest. This striped pillow goes with anything while still adding a little something special!

How to Freshen Up your Living Room: 4 Simple Ideas + a tutorial featured by Top US Craft Blog + The Pretty Life Girls

3. Plants

Plants have the power to bring a tired space back to life, especially when they live in fun planters! I love how this plant stand and canister (used as a planter) brighten things up.

How to Freshen Up your Living Room: 4 Simple Ideas + a tutorial featured by Top US Craft Blog + The Pretty Life Girls

4. Blankets

My house is nothing if not cozy, and blankets are the best way to add coziness! Don’t you want to curl up in this adorable pom pom blanket?

How to Freshen Up your Living Room: 4 Simple Ideas + a tutorial featured by Top US Craft Blog + The Pretty Life Girls

Just a few new pieces is all I needed to freshen up my living room corner! Here it is after:

How to Freshen Up your Living Room: 4 Simple Ideas + a tutorial featured by Top US Craft Blog + The Pretty Life Girls

And a side-by-side for easier comparison:

How to Freshen Up your Living Room: 4 Simple Ideas + a tutorial featured by Top US Craft Blog + The Pretty Life Girls

How to Freshen Up your Living Room: 4 Simple Ideas + a tutorial featured by Top US Craft Blog + The Pretty Life Girls

Happy updating!
xo, Sam


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