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(#7) Don't Throw Out The Holiday Decorations Just Yet
Leaving the tree up months after Christmas is over is a bit tacky, but that doesn't mean the home needs to be rid of holiday cheer entirely. Tuck that tree out of sight and put the stockings away, but consider leaving some of the glitter and pine needles out for the season. It's pretty easy to transition from holiday decorations to winter decorations without losing the coziness associated with the year's end. Focus on maintaining the colors and textures of the season—such as wood, sparkles, white light, and natural features like pinecones and needles—to carry holiday home decor through the winter months.
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(#5) Get A Vitamin D Lamp
Many people feel a bit of an emotional slump during the winter months as the days get shorter and they spend less time outside. One way to combat the winter blues is to invest in a vitamin D lamp, which helps the body produce more of the nutrient despite the lack of sun. A deficiency of vitamin D may be connected to depression, and improving intake during the winter months could help with some of the symptoms. In addition to making the house look a bit more cheerful when everything outside is gray, the lamp may also help maintain a natural circadian rhythm.
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(#13) Take Up Crochet Or Knitting
Because winter forces people to stay inside, it's a great time to pick up some new hobbies that can be done while watching TV with loved ones. One timeless indoor activity is crocheting, and more recently giant knitting. Spend a few hours mastering the craft and it'll be easy to churn out oversize, chunky blankets, which add warmth and color to any home. Even better, learning to make something feels productive, easing some of the winter blues. Beautiful throws, satisfaction, and warmth make crafting these blankets one of the best ways to brighten up a home.
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(#9) Add Some Colorful Throw Pillows
While putting a new coat of paint up will certainly brighten up a living space, it's also a pretty big undertaking. Instead of splurging on the paint and time needed to totally renovate a wall, instead consider picking up a few bright throw pillows and scattering them around the room. It's an easy way to add a new splash of color and reinvigorate a bedroom or living room without breaking the bank. But don't just throw them around without consideration—by thinking about placement, texture, and quantity, it's easy to ensure your new decorations will look great in any season.
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(#8) Add A Little Texture
Snuggling in is one of the best ways to make winter feel a little more manageable. You can create a comfy space while spicing up the way your rooms looks by mixing and matching different patterns and textures. Winter fabrics tend toward cable knits or faux fur, but there are a lot of textures out there that are equally cute, and mixing them together creates an eclectic, comfy atmosphere, perfect for the cold season. Convert an old bath mat into a cute new pillow, or use foil to create a bright new wall hanging. Playing with textures and patterns keeps decor feeling fresh in a season when people might be tempted to go all knits, all the time.
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(#3) Add Mirrors To Accentuate Natural Light
The days get shorter and darker in the winter, so it's important to capture as much light as possible to brighten up the home. A few well-placed mirrors will catch light and spread it around. A nice golden frame draws the eye while also reflecting light. Mirrors can be great statement pieces to go along with white linens and pops of color from throw pillows. They don't need to be big, either; even a few small mirrors, especially when touched up with a cute frame or splash of paint, are a great way to draw eyes away from the darkness and into the home.
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Many days in the severe winter are gloomy, cold, and dramatic weather. Fortunately, we can spend the most difficult days in a warm and comfortable home. You can try to make your home as bright and fragrant as possible. A few simple changes can make a big difference. In addition to demolishing walls, you can also use some techniques to make space bright and airy with minimal time and effort.
The random tool lists 14 great ways to brighten up your home in the dead of winter, try these tips to help brighten rooms, from basement bedrooms to cramped living areas.
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