VWB Blog The holiday season is the perfect time to renovate your home. Whether you are decorating for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or any other winter celebration, it can be hard to find creative ways to adorn your home without spending too much money. Here are some creative and frugal ways you can go about this crucial task so that you can have a happy holiday season without spending too much money.
Stick with what you already have
If there are certain things that you already own that need only minor updates, then just put them to good use. For example, if you have old stockings laying around from last year, then hang them up on your fireplace mantel as is, or perhaps you have some new items that need new stockings. If you are not looking for anything new, take your latest purchases and place them inside your old stockings before hanging them on the fireplace mantel. This is a great way to make use of what you already own.
Use new materials to create something new
Maybe there is something new on your shopping list this year, but do not spend any money just yet! With the right amount of creativity and inspiration, you can turn new materials into something you can use for years to come.
For example, if you want new holiday curtains for your newly installed windows, why not go with some yarn or twine? You can probably find these things at either local stores or craft stores very cheaply. Once you have new materials, make new holiday curtains for your new windows. You can find tutorials online, or you can use your imagination to make new holiday curtains.
Choose frugal decor items
It can be very easy to overlook inexpensive items when looking for holiday decorations, both big and small. Still, the truth of the matter is that there are many things that you can do with inexpensive items. For example, if you have lace around, hang some ornately on a wall for an instant flare of beauty without spending too much money.
Another great idea is turning old votive candle holders into something lovely by placing flowers inside them. If you want something different this year, consider purchasing new ornaments from local artisans so that your tree will have a more personal touch on it. Last but not least, buy some old vintage plates and turn them into wall decorations. Place them in the center of doorways or on top of bookshelves to make your home more festive.
Give your house a complete makeover
If you want to pull out all the stops during this holiday season, then consider completely renovating your house both inside and outside of it! For example, if you are putting up new Christmas lights outside, then consider using LED lights that will last for years to come without costing too much money.
Another great idea is to place the new garland around windows inside the house; take three pieces of garland and twist them together, with each piece wrapping around one window pane. Ornaments can also be placed on the windows for an added touch of cheer. Last but not least, if you are renovating your kitchen this year, consider new holiday dish towels or potholders.
Have some fun
Renovating your home can be a very tedious task on its own, which is why it is crucial to have some fun while you are doing it. For example, gather up some friends and family members to help get everything done quickly and easily. This way you can socialize as well as renovate at the same time. Or perhaps you prefer to work alone; if so, blast some holiday tunes to get into the spirit of things. This way, you will still have an opportunity to relax and enjoy yourself while doing something that needs to be done.
Give yourself some motivation
Think about what you want to get out of your renovation this year. Set goals such as unveiling the renovated living room on Christmas day or completing half of your renovations before Thanksgiving so that you can have more time for decorating during the holidays. You must give yourself a timeframe to stay on track and accomplish all you set out to do.
Last but not least, if there is a particular holiday decoration that currently has your eye, go ahead and purchase it! This will keep your spirits high while renovating and help motivate you even more when completing everything before the new year arrives.
Renovating your home for the holidays does not have to be a difficult task. As long as you go about it with proper determination and motivation, anything is possible. Of course, you do not want to spend money on unnecessary renovation projects, so remember to prioritize before diving in headfirst. With these helpful tips, renovating your home can be an enjoyable experience both during and after all the renovations are complete.