Install Potted Plants(01 of13)
Open Image ModalBringing plants from the garden into any room of the house is a great way to revitalize your home. If you don't tend to a garden, run over to the nearest grocery store and pick some up! (credit:Shutterstock)
Arrange A Fruit Bowl Centerpiece(02 of13)
Open Image ModalIf you're the type to always have fresh fruits lying around in the kitchen, you might as well show them off in a fruit bowl. These make for instant centerpieces on coffee and kitchen tables (that is, until you've eaten them all, of course). (credit:Shutterstock)
Spray Paint Old Furniture(03 of13)
Open Image ModalSometimes all our furniture needs is a fresh coat of paint. If you have some chairs or tables that could use a little sprucing up, spray paint is a cost-effective tool to give them a new look. (credit:Shutterstock)
Aromatize Your Space With Lillies(04 of13)
Open Image ModalWhen asked about a great house refreshing tip under $10, our executive editor Anya Strzemien answered: "Lilies--better than candles, which you can't leave unattended. Lilies work day and night to make your place smell delicious." (credit:Getty)
Make Throw Pillows(05 of13)
Open Image ModalIt's safe to argue that throw pillows give our sofas their distinct personalities. Which is why our Staff Photographer, Raydene Salinas, suggested making your own. Not to mention they are super-easy to personalize and make. (credit:Shutterstock)
Switch Out Photo Frames(06 of13)
Open Image ModalWe might get tired of looking at our beloved photographs if we always see them in the same frames we've had since the '90s (after all, frames can set the tone). Switching up the frames can give your photos a new look and feel. (credit:Shutterstock)
Make Your Own Artwork(07 of13)
Open Image ModalReplace Or Personalize Fixture Features(08 of13)
Open Image ModalCertain fixtures in our homes are hard to avoid since they come with the territory. And most of the time, they're not that pretty to look at. For example, we have doorknobs, light switches, and the list goes on. Personalizing these features (such as spray-painting them different colors or adding decorations) gives our space the unique personality we're striving for. (credit:Shutterstock)
Make Decorative Trays(09 of13)
Open Image ModalUse Acetate As Light Filters(10 of13)
Open Image ModalWe're usually apprehensive of buying the various colored light bulbs since we can hardly think of times to use them (aside from parties, of course). But a great way to remedy this dilemma is to purchase some inexpensive acetate sheets and make your own light filters yourself! (credit:Shutterstock)
Swap Your Linens(11 of13)
Open Image ModalIf you find yourself using the same linens day in and day out, consider swapping them out for another set you have in your closet. Changing your linens gives your space an entirely different look and feel (your bed, after all, anchors your bedroom). The more vibrant the design, the better! (credit:Shutterstock)
Rearrange Your Bookshelves(12 of13)
Open Image ModalOrganizing our bookshelves can be a bit of a hassle. Some arrange their books alphabetically, others by size, others by color scheme, etc. Which is why we get attached to the arrangement we finally decided on. But that shouldn't prevent you from changing things up and giving your shelves a different feel. (credit:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/elleyo/5398040177/sizes/l/in/photostream/" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Lucy Orloski" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5b9cd8d0e4b03a1dcc826265" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.flickr.com/photos/elleyo/5398040177/sizes/l/in/photostream/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="1" data-vars-position-in-unit="1">Lucy Orloski</a>)
De-Clutter!(13 of13)
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