11 Simple Decor Tweaks to Enhance Your Interiors

The countdown is on, and we have one week left to clear out of the house you see here and begin living in the dusty, quirky, perplexing mélange of spaces at the new house. Oh that we could simply tweak the decor and avoid remodeling…it would seem every house is a fixer when you’re this freaky about design! 11 Simple Decor Tweaks to Enhance Your Interiors highlights friendly priced decor ideas as well as no-cost decorating reminders. After all, lovely design is ever within reach, regardless of the budget. (This story with frugal French farmhouse finds further illustrates the ease of shopping in pajamas for dozens of relatively inexpensive French inspired design essentials on Amazon).

Serene breakfast dining area of kitchen with window seat. Belgian linen pillows and slipcovered arm chairs. #hellolovelystudio #kitchendecor #serenedecor #breakfastroom #windowseat #belgianlinen
Simple Decor Tweaks to Enhance Your Interiors as well as a tour of my home.

11 Simple Decor Tweaks to Enhance Your Interiors

Serene tranquil white kitchen with farm sink, marble subway tile, Viatera Minuet quartz counters, white Shaker cabinets, and white oak flooring. Come explore How to Decorate a Room Without Breaking the Bank: Low Cost Design Reminders.

1. Purge & Carefully Edit

This tip is not so much concerned with downsizing or becoming a minimalist as it is seeing your space with fresh eyes.

Removing accessories (and if possible, everything else too) will likely help you to re-imagine the room.

Serene tranquil white kitchen with farm sink, marble subway tile, Viatera Minuet quartz counters, white Shaker cabinets, and white oak flooring. Come explore 11 Simple Decor Tweaks to Enhance Your Interiors!
Simple Decor Tweaks to Enhance Your Interiors as well as a tour of my home.

Starting fresh with a spare look and then layering allows the space to speak about what is needed and what is not.

It may not be more decorative items you need…but less!

Whimsical inspirational quote from Winston Churchill on Hello Lovely Studio. #inspirationalquote #winstonchurchill #simplicity #quotes

Consider What Simplicity Means to You

2. Add Eclectic Charm Easily

It never hurts to change out a throw pillow or ten, whether that means shopping for new or referring to your existing collection.

No need to overthink whether patterns, prints and colors clash since you may discover unexpected interest from mixing disparate ones.

Window seat in breakfast room of kitchen. Belgian linen piillows and vintage galvanized pail holding dried hydrangea. Paint color is Bejamin Moore WHITE. Come explore 11 Simple Decor Tweaks to Enhance Your Interiors!

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French Knot Pillow - image 1 of 1
French Knot Pillow, Target…certainly low cost and lovely indeed!
Serene tranquil white kitchen with farm sink, marble subway tile, Viatera Minuet quartz counters, white Shaker cabinets, and white oak flooring. Come explore 11 Simple Decor Tweaks to Enhance Your Interiors!

My favored palette for pillows is certainly not everyone’s cup of tea.

White serene kitchen with Minuet quartz countertop from Viatera. Marble subway tiles were taken to the ceiling. Louis French linen bar stools and window seat. #hellolovelystudio #kitchendecor #frenchcountry #viateraquartz #minuet #carrarasubwaytile #windowseat #belgianlinen

I never tire of tone on tone pillows made from: linen, nubby vintage French sheets, velvet, and reclaimed canvas as well as grainsacks from Europe.

Blue and white stripe grainsack lumbar pillow. 11 Simple Decor Tweaks to Enhance Your Interiors #grainsack #vintagegrainsack #pillow
Grainsack Pillow, SweetAnnieAcres on Etsy…certainly lovely indeed.
An inspiring Apache Prayer on Hello Lovely Studio. #prayers #apacheprayer #inspirationalquote #gratitudequotes

3. Create a Fine Romance

Chandeliers (especially candle-style) add so much ambiance when your mission is to infuse a little romance into the design. In my own home, I have them in almost every room (mostly vintage ones, but new models are safer!).

My serene white kitchen with modern farmhouse, classic, and French country style. Vintage Flower Market sign from Urban Farmgirl. Viatera quartz (Minuet) countertops and Louis linen upholstered bar stools. Round breakfast table and two linen slipcovered arm chairs. Come explore 11 Simple Decor Tweaks to Enhance Your Interiors!
French Louis Bar Stools HERE and HERE. In case you’re considering white quartz for your kitchen…see this.

Here is a chandelier very similar to one in our kitchen:

Silver chandelier with crystals - a gorgeous lighting option for a romantic French inspired space. #frenchcountry #chandelier #antiquesilver #antiqued
Craftmade Antique Silver Chandelier…certainly romantic indeed.

If you love the look of an antiqued silver finish but can only find standard silver or chrome versions, keep in mind you may be able to buff on metallic silver leaf products like THIS to add age.

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Here are a few low-cost chandeliers I love as well:

French Umber Quorum Salento French country chandelier. #frenchcountry #chandelier #frenchchandelier #frenchfarmhouse
French Umber Quorum Salento Chandelier..certainly darling indeed.
Devana 4-Light Candle Style Chandelier
Devana 4-light candle style chandelier…certainly lovely indeed.
Inspirational love quote and scripture from Corinthians 13 on Hello Lovely Studio. #inspirationalquote #scripture #lovequote #corinthians13 #christianity #faithquote
Serene white kitchen decor. Viatera quartz countertop (Minuet). Louis French linen bar stools. Carrara subway tile taken to ceiling. Fireclay farm sink. Modern Italian range hood. #hellolovelystudio #whitekitchen #classicdecor #serenedecor #frenchcountry #viateraquartz #Minuet

4. Mood Lighting

DIMMER SWITCHES (find here) ARE THE UNSUNG HEROES OF THE DESIGN WORLD! You could live without them, but why!?!

Inspirational quote about gratitude and happiness on Hello Lovely Studio. #happinessquote #inspirationalquote #quotes #gratitude

4. Welcome Sparkly Clean

Even if a thorough deep cleaning of your space does not seem to align with how you conceptualize decor, trust! A sparkling freshly scrubbed interior may just transform your perspective and won’t hurt.

5. Freshen the Wall Color

Is there anything that delivers more bang for the buck than a fresh coat of paint? You’ll be hard pressed to find anything that will change the mood, enliven the decor, and breathe new life into an interior like paint!

My living room with Benjamin Moore "White" walls, catwalk, and Belgian linen furnishings in the great room. Come explore 11 Simple Decor Tweaks to Enhance Your Interiors!

Snag a Professional Tool

Benjamin Moore Classic Colors Fan Deck - use this tool to choose the best paint colors for your space! #interiordesign #bestpaintcolors #benjaminmoore
Benjamin Moore Classic Colors Fan Deck…certainly helpful indeed.

Considerations for Neutral Paint Colors

If you decide to re-paint your room in a shade of white, don’t choose a random white. First, read this ditty to choose the right white paint to understand the process to arrive at the proper white for your room’s unique exposure and mood.

White paint color ideas from Hello Lovely Studio. #bestwhites #paintcolor #interiordesign
Hello Lovely Studio’s paint color ideas…certainly helpful indeed.
Psalm 34 - an encouraging scripture verse for the brokenhearted and crushed - Hello Lovely Studio. #psalm34 #scriptureverse #bibleverses #christianity #spirituality

6. Save Labor Costs

It definitely goes without saying, but occasionally I forget not everyone reading this blog is a designer or fellow blogger. Even if you have not tackled home decor projects on your own before, it is never too late to begin doing so.

Watch youTubes (like the one below which walks you through the steps of painting…get ready for it…fabric!) Do you have a castoff item of furniture on which you might practice?

7. Add an Accent Wall

Sometimes a little paint in a contrasting hue can transform a wall from hohum to a statement.

Need a pale blue paint color idea? Benjamin Moore Quiet Moments is a winner - come see on Hello Lovely. #paintcolors #lighblue #quietmoments
Here’s a soft blue-green-gray that you can see more of HERE.

In other cases, you may want to make a textural statement.

Serene French country cottage style bedroom with Stikwood Hamptons accent wall and white oak flooring. #hellolovelystudio #bedroomdecor #europeancountry #frenchcountry #frenchnordic #whitebedrooms #stikwood #hamptons #serenedecor

For example, in the case of transforming a lumpy bumpy wall in our bedroom (below), there was no chance paint alone could solve the ugly issues.

10 Tips to Decorate Without Spending a Dime! A Belgian linen slipcovered arm chair in my bedroom from RH. Cottage style nightstand with Paris gate lamp (RH) and Stikwood (Hamptons) reclaimed wood planks on wall for a rustic chic look. Come explore 11 Simple Decor Tweaks to Enhance Your Interiors!

While it costs more than a couple hundred dollars for a reclaimed wood statement wall (covering a wall this size with Stikwood Hamptons is in the $1,200 neighborhood), it packs a big bang for the buck.

My serene white bedroom with Stikwood (Hamptons) statement wall, cottage style furniture, knotty alder door with oiled bronze hardware, and white oak wide plank hardwood flooring. Come explore 11 Simple Decor Tweaks to Enhance Your Interiors!

8. Treasure Hunting at Home

It’s a tip included in every story about decorating on a budget, yet it always bears repeating. Shop your house, basement, garage, garden shed, closets, and attic with fresh eyes.

Hallway in our modern yet traditional European country inspired home. Paint color is Benjamin Moore WHITE. Great room with Belgian linen, white oak hardwood flooring, and gray accents. Come explore 11 Simple Decor Tweaks to Enhance Your Interiors!

If what you find seems all wrong, consider it a win all the same…donate it knowing someone else will appreciate it!

Belgian linen club chair with industrial accent table in my European country living room with French fireplace. #hellolovelystudio #belgianlinen #livingroomdecor #europeancountry #belgianstyle #serenedecor #interiordesign
Romantic love quote to inspire by Walt Whitman on Hello Lovely Studio. #lovequote #waltwhitman #romanticquote #romance #valentinesday #quotes

9. Shift & Swap

You can also rotate the existing furniture and decor in your home.

Belgian linen upholstered furniture in a spare yet cozy living room with European country style by Hello Lovely Studio.
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I am forever swapping out chairs, tables, and pillows to suit our changing needs and moods.

European country neutral decor in the dining room with round table, lantern, Belgian linen slipcovered arm chairs, and Louis wood oval back dining chairs. Etagere is from RH and has vintage treasures and books. Original art flanking etagere is by me. Come explore 11 Simple Decor Tweaks to Enhance Your Interiors!
Louis Dining Chair…certainly lovely indeed.
Louis Dining Chair
Louis Dining Chair…certainly charming indeed.

10. Scent-imental Journey

Scented candles may facilitate a tranquil mood with their olfactory appeal, and when their design is lovely…even better.

A 3-legged stool in my bathroom near the clawfoot tub has a Diptyque candle and a book of poetry. White roses in the background.Come explore ideas for simple decorating ideas that won't wipe out your bank account.
Weathered Workman's Stools - gorgeously rustic wood stool accents to complement a French country, European farmhouse, or French Nordic farmhouse style space. #frenchfarmhouse #rustic #stool
Weathered Workman’s Stools, OldWoodenStool on Etsy…certainly rustic indeed.
Inspirational quote and love quote from JRR Tolkien on Hello Lovely Studio. #lovequote #inspirationalquote #jrrtolkien #quotes
Belgian style living room with minimal yet coy charm. Belgian linen egg chair and club chair. French fireplace. Arch window and white oak flooring. Paint color is Benjamin Moore WHITE. #hellolovelystudio #benjaminmoorewhite #greatroom #belgianstyle #europeancountry #belgianlinen #eggchair #archwindow #rusticdecor #whiteoakfloor #frenchfireplace

11. Play With Fun Factor

The beauty of an accent chair like this swivel model (below) lies in the fact that it has fun factor. It doesn’t just boast classic retro good looks…it also spins.

Hemming Swivel Armchair
Hemming Swivel Armchair…certainly lovely indeed.
Entry to our European country inspired home. Rustic alder front door with speakeasy from Pacific Entries. Oil rubbed bronze handleset. Vintage French prayer chair and dropleaf country table. Paint color on walls is Benjamin Moore WHITE. #benaminmoorewhite #hellolovelystudio #entry #rusticfrontdoor #prayerchair

BONUS TWEAKS: Collect Ideas via Pinterest

PIN images in POSTS (start by clicking HERE to pin this one!) and click over to my Pinterest to repin for future reference the inspiration that moves you. (Your pinning spreads the word and supports this blog’s free content!)

French doors from kitchen to dining room with Belgian style. Black round dining table with linen dining chairs and lantern. #diningroom #hellolovelystudio
Louis Dining Chair…certainly charming indeed.

You may also collect ideas from youTube, where you’ll find a variety of home tours like this one of an English inspired cottage:

Thanks so much for entertaining these simple ideas!

Serene white kitchen with white oak hardwood flooring. Shaker kitchen cabinets, Viatera quartz countertop (Minuet). Carrara subway tile taken to the ceiling. Modern range hood. Wall color is Benjamin Moore WHITE. #hellolovelystudio #whitekitchen #serene #whiteoak #benjaminmoorewhite #viateraquartz #minuet
For a low low cost alternative to the white oak, here’s a laminate flooring you may like!

If you have a moment, mosey on over HERE for 10 more decor ideas. 🙂

Psalm 61 scripture "lead me to the rock..." on Hello Lovely Studio. #scriptureverses #psalm61 #christianity #bibleverse

I independently selected products in this post—if you buy from one of my links, I may earn a commission.

Peace to you right where you are.

-michele

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8 Comments

  1. Joanna
    February 24, 2020 / 9:55 am

    Watching the video has encouraged me to paint my wing chair. I’ve been wanting to paint it but have read they are crisp afterwards. Now, I know how to do it properly, I will get on that. My other solution was to recover, so I can always fall back on that plan, if I don’t like it.

    • Michele
      Author
      February 24, 2020 / 1:35 pm

      I wish we could have guarantees so painting upholstery wasn’t such a big risk. I’m still happy with my little settee I painted – while the fabric didn’t stay satiny-y, it’s not too different than a heavy canvas. I knew it was worth the risk since it doesn’t get used often and cost $10 at the thrift store! 🙂

  2. Marianne
    February 25, 2020 / 7:23 pm

    Each day when I open my emails I quickly dive into your wonderful messages and photos. Thank.you so much Michele.

    • Michele
      Author
      February 25, 2020 / 11:36 pm

      That’s so awesome to hear, Marianne – thank you for coming here and supporting this blog – it’s a pleasure to create content for you. 🙂

  3. Beth
    March 2, 2021 / 6:11 am

    We’ve just downsized to a condo that badly needs help, especially the kitchen. It’s small with an eastern exposure. We’re painting cabinets a light taupe with quartz countertops and stainless appliances. What’s got me stumped is what to replace the old fluorescent overhead light with to provide good light and look fresh and new. Do I simply go with can lights or an easier replacement for the ceiling fixture? Any suggestion would be so appreciated. BTW, I love your neutral palette and everything about your home.

    • Michele
      Author
      March 2, 2021 / 6:27 pm

      Congrats on your downsize and thanks for the kind words. The good news is I bet anything you replace that fluorescent fixture with is going to be a huge improvement, yes? Recessed cans can definitely do the job (we have em in our kitchen which has standard 8′ ceilings), and another possibility is a flush mount cluster fixture – you can see some examples here: https://rstyle.me/+5tWnenXzbTYNt7npy8eLNg What may help you decide is to search Pinterest for your kitchen type (galley, etc.) and look for images which show the ceiling. Hope this helps!

  4. Amy
    March 2, 2021 / 10:49 am

    These are the best decor ideas…so good to be reminded of them! Loved all 3 videos! So many talented people out there…thanks for introducing new ones to us!

    • Michele
      Author
      March 2, 2021 / 6:07 pm

      You bet, Amy. Hope you’re having a pleasant week. Our snow is melting so spring cannot be far away! 🙂

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White Slipcovered Sofa
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29″ Whitewashed Table Lamp Set of 2
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Trees White Wallpaper Mural
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Deconstructed Wingback Bed
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Milagro Heart
Slipcovered Dining Chair
Rustic Farmhouse Stool
Edgecombe End Table
Parisian Style Iron Table Lamp  33.5″
Black or Bronze Accent Table
French Stripe Basket Set
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French Country Rattan Basket Set
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Rattan Basket With Lid
White Ruffle Bedding
Seagrass Basket Set
Schumacher Wild Things Wallpaper
Slipcovered Sofa
Upholstered Dining Arm Chair
Shop My Breakfast Nook
White Matelasse Quilt
Tree Mural Wallpaper
Faux Potted French Lavender
Shaw Daybed
Distressed White French Country Chandelier
French Country Headboard
Oval Back Counter Stool, Set of 2
Antique Brass Pharmacy Floor Lamp
Round French Tufted Ottoman
Kinston Wood Bench
Italian Candelabra Chandelier
Slipcovered Linen Chair
Warner Upholstered Bench
Rustic Country French Dresser
Laurel Wreath Mirror
Round Farmhouse Dining Table
Reclaimed Wood Dresser
Louis Upholstered Bench
Pardon My French Doormat
Stripe Turkish Towel Throw
Pamela Arm Chair
Sweater Weave Basket
French Carved Wood Chandelier
Terracotta Pots & Basket
French Country Wood Chandelier
French Linen Dining Chair
Gustavian Cabinet
French Farmhouse Dining Table
Bar Stool
Beachy White Slipcovered Sofa
Rattan Armchair
Diptyque Oyedo Candle
Cross Back Dining Chair
French Country Candle Holder
French Industrial Metal Chairs (4)
Designer Favorite Wall Mirror
Holborn Lantern Pendant
French Country 6-Light Chandelier
Tray Side Table
French Country Upholstered Arm Chair
Wicker Trunk Set
French Ticking Stripe Pillow
Jute Area Rug
Mohair Throw
Rustic Industrial Farmhouse Shelves
Belgian Linen Sofa
White Duvet & Bedding
Rustic Wood Candlestick Set
French Market Basket
Linen Modern Wing Chair
French Country Farmhouse Baskets
Concrete Pillar Table Lamp
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Style Lamp
Kendall Skirted Dining Chair
White Charleston Sofa
Scrubbed Wood 5-Light Chandelier
Arched Champagne Wall Mirror
Moravian Star 1-Light Pendant
Highback Armchair
Mini Pendant Light
White Vase Set
Round Woven Placemat Set
Cashmere Throw With Fringe
Wreath Doormat
Fireclay Farm Sink (Reinhard, 30″)
White Waffle Coverlet
Light Grey Vienna Quilt
Boheme Madera Bench
Belgian Linen Duvet Set
Round Marble Side Table
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