MY TOP TIPS ON TURNING YOUR HOUSE INTO A HOME

I want my home to tell a story. I want it to be a symbol of happy memories made. I want it to be clean, minimal, organized and easy to look after, but most importantly I want it to reflect who lives here.

It can often be hard to make a house feel like a home for many reasons, maybe you're renting and aren't allowed to paint the walls or maybe you've bought your dream house but you can't afford to do it up yet. Whatever reason it is, I've put together a few quick and easy tips to make your house feel like a home.

M E M O R I E S

Surround yourself with memories, photos, ornaments, whatever it is that reminds you of a moment. Obviously, you can attach a memory to pretty much any item, so just think about your favorite moments and what will look best. I've picked my Paris Statue. For me, this reminds me of August 2015, a spontaneous trip me and my partner took to Paris, and where my life changed forever. Where my daughter was conceived. Every time I see it, I'm instantly reminded of this memory.

T E X T U R E S 

Play with textures and materials. Cushions, blankets, different patterns, and materials really help make a home feel cosy. Fur rugs, fluffy blankets, and some pretty cushions can all be super affordable but an amazing way to make your home feel a little prettier, cozier and homely. I picked up this throw and these cushions from b&m and when I dressed my bed, it instantly felt homely and fitted my style.

F R E S H   F L O W E R S
I love having fresh flowers in my home, it instantly brings life to a room. I'm lucky enough to have someone who works in a florist in the family, so fresh flowers for me doesn't cost me an arm and a leg. However I know fresh flowers are pricey so if they are out of your price range, fake it! Artificial flowers these days are beautiful, you can find really affordable flowers on amazon, eBay, The Range. Pretty much anywhere.

C A N D L E S
If you didn't already know, I love to have candles all over my house, I love the way they smell and the way they make me feel. If you are at uni and can't have candles why not try a diffuser? I have an electric one and I love putting essential oils in it throughout the day. I have Eucalyptus in it in the morning and this helps wake me up and prepare me for the day ahead and as the evening comes I will opt for a Lavender essential oil, this helps me relax and take down time. It Is little things like this that make me feel settled in my home.

What's important to you in your home? For me, I want a place where I love to be, where others feel comfortable and a place that's easy to maintain whilst feeling surrounded by all my favorite moments and memories.

What makes a house feel homely to you? Let me know in the comments below!

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