When you come home at night, you want to feel like you’re in a space that belongs to you. It’s easy to make a habit of buying furniture and decor at big box stores. However, when you do this, you end up with a home that feels devoid of any real personality. Like Oprah Winfrey once said, “Your home should be your sanctuary…the thing that rises up to meet you.”
Personalizing your home doesn’t have to be costly or complicated either. From custom art to photography, here are three simple ways to personalize your space.
Shop for Handcrafted Decor
Etsy has opened the door for artisans everywhere. The handcrafted market has exploded over the last few years. What better way to spruce up your space than by finding one-of-a-kind décor from talented creators around the world?
All across the web, you can find everything from custom wood signs that are customized to say whatever you want them to say, to tie-dyed tapestries for a hippie, laid back vibe. There are vases, literal art pieces, rugs, and more, all handcrafted and ready to be in your home.
When you’re looking to personalize your space, you don’t have to settle for the mass-produced décor available at the big box stores. Instead, you can find pieces that truly speak to your personality, all while supporting small, unknown creators in the process.
Incorporate Photography
Pictures of loved ones make a house a home. You can hang an odd picture here or there or dedicate an entire wall to photographs of your friends, family, and pets help to make your space feel warmer and more inviting.
If you want to go the extra mile, you can create collages or hang them on a line with clothespins. Browse Pinterest for thousands of unique ways to display your cherished photographs. Even if you aren’t up for a photo craft, you can simply frame and hang photos to personalize your space.
Visit Antique Shops and Thrift Stores
Antique and thrift store shopping is an out-of-the-box way to find unique décor and furniture. While it’s sometimes hard to find something good, part of the fun is in the search. Often, you can find truly special items in these shops.
Thrift stores are treasure-troves for funky knick-knacks, and if you’re a person that likes quirky things, this is a great way to add some pizzazz to your space. Thrift stores also have extremely cheap furniture that you can paint, dye, or otherwise embellish to make it your own.
Antique shops, on the other hand, are a bit pricier, but the items you find are truly unique. If you adore a vintage aesthetic or appreciate quality craftsmanship, you can find tons of exciting things to personalize your home in your local antique store.
Personalizing Your Space Doesn’t Have to Be Hard
These are just a few of the ways that you can personalize your space. Don’t settle for a home that doesn’t feel like you. Instead, why not buy a custom wood sign, create a photo collage, or invest in a vintage clock? Think outside the box and start creating a space that embodies your vibe.
