We’ve all seen it. The good dwelling in 50 shades of gray (actually, your entire home is gray). Gray vases, ornamental gray balls displayed in a gray dish, a superbly tousled throw blanket draped throughout the mattress or sofa as if it wasn’t staged, and black/white paintings on the partitions to completely match the aesthetic. For many individuals, that is the purpose – a home as curated as their attractive Instagram feed, however to be trustworthy, that’s not for me.

And perhaps I’m simply jealous as a result of my flooring are coated in fluorescent ABC tiles, and I’m fairly positive there’s peanut butter on my wall, however extra probably it’s as a result of I grew up with an amazingly inventive mother who handmade all the pieces in our home and wasn’t afraid of color. I might eat breakfast at a kitchen desk coated in Dilbert comics with my toes on a stool made out of pop cans and a frisbee. (Shameless plug: Take a look at @createdbyflorence on Instagram the place I showcase my mother’s creativity).

Like mom like daughter. My ‘Calvin & Hobbes’ Bench.

Now perhaps you don’t assume you’ve got the talent, creativeness or time to tug off a home transformation, however I problem you to select an space in your house that you simply spend numerous time in (or a room you’d prefer to spend extra time in) and simply make it a tad extra enjoyable! Listed below are just a few methods to get began:

What Are You Into?

This query is straightforward to reply for some folks however for others, they might want to consider it. Tip: Have a look at what you submit/like on social media and at your wardrobe (e.g. at all times rocking basic rock tees, gardening gear, a practice conductor’s hat?)

After you have it discovered, don’t disguise your pursuits/hobbies! Whether or not you’re keen on books, touring, cats, kick ass feminist leaders, or restricted version sneakers, incorporate your pursuits into your decor.

What Colors Make You Comfortable?

Paint your partitions, an inside door, or add a patterned wallpaper. Go wild! In case you have dedication points, a vibrant piece of paintings may do the trick. Tip: Undecided what colors make you content? Have a look at your cellphone case.

Make it YOU!

Generic artwork may be lovely however I’d recommend choosing one thing extra private! Listed below are some examples from my own residence.

We like to journey so we purchased this monumental canvas map from IKEA and I made picture magnets of all of the locations we’ve travelled. On the spot dialog piece.

Talking of IKEA, right here’s one other print they used to promote. I wasn’t feeling the black and white so I turned the sky right into a floral collage with two magazines, scissors, numerous glue sticks, and a few reasonable to heavy hand cramping.

Would you like one thing private however don’t need to DIY? I get it. The excellent news is there hasn’t been a greater time to help native and there are tons of distributors close to you that may be ecstatic to make you a particular [fill in the blank]. Should you’re concerned about customized folks or pet portraits (basic and minimalist choices out there) and/or you’ve got one other imaginative and prescient you need dropped at life, Click on Right here and choose ‘Commissions’. I look ahead to listening to from you!

I hope you discovered even a tiny little bit of inspiration to go from 50 shades of gray to 50 shades of YAY.

Lastly… gray, no shade.

– Michelle

In regards to the Writer

My title is Michelle Alexander and I am a Canadian artist with a candy tooth. I began MishiMoooDesigns in 2020 and focus on combining my love for junk meals with on a regular basis objects in uncommon and infrequently ‘punny’ methods. If this sounds fascinating to you, I might love so that you can try my Gallery and/or comply with me on Instagram @MishiMoooDesigns.

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