Today, I want to show you how to decorate from scratch to achieve a cozy inviting farmhouse style. When you are ready to take on that area of your home, there are 3 key points to consider.
1. Pick a theme
2. Choose a color
3. Use unexpected items
PICK A THEME
Let your imagination go wild! Think of a hobby you like or get inspiration from nature. How about a farmer's market stand, store front or location you love. Gather decor items that pertain to it.
CHOOSE A COLOR
Start out with 1 color and find items or paint something. For example, an empty picture frame or Mason Jar. Use fabric in a garland or tied to a jar. Get creative with flowers and handmade crafts.
USE UNEXPECTED ITEMS
An unexpected item is something normally used outside or a salvaged piece. Old ladders, shutters, doors, etc.
Here is how I achieved this Farmhouse Flower Market Theme
I took an old ladder that I found on the side of the road and painted black. This will anchor the wall. Now to fill in the empty space, I used a door picture frame that I bought on clearance for $3.00 at The Christmas Tree Shop. I put pieces of fabric in the spaces where the pictures go. I'm using a wall candle holder as a mason jar rack. I bent the metal spaces where the candle holders went. I pulled the leaves out to hold the jars. I made the vintage style flower seed packets, added baskets with flowers. Finally, I added the farm animal trio that I sell in my Etsy store.
etsy.com/shop/charmingsquare
You can be crafty with things you already have in your home. I've been doing this for years. It saves me money and gives me that creative outlet I need.
L
Great ideas!!! Love the blog. Keep it up
ReplyDeleteThanks so much!
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