Room Tour

I absolutely love looking at "house tour" photos on people's blogs.  One day, I will have a beautiful little home of my own to share with all of you!  However, I currently live in a sorority house and only have one little room to make my own. Nevertheless, I adore my space and have a few tips for those of you that may be decorating with limited square footage.

1. Utilize paper!  

Especially when living in a temporary room such as a dorm, paper is your best friend.  It's cheap, easy to change, and adds a touch of originality!  This year, my room came with hideous closet doors, but after covering them with scrapbook paper, they look great!

2. Details

I find ways to use almost everything.  This bow came off of a Victoria's Secret gift box last year, and the blue chain draped across the bottom is a broken necklace from years ago!  If you love something, use it!  It'll add so much personality to everyday things.

3. Display your things while storing them

I believe that everyday items can be decorations as well.  This bag holder slips right over my door and stores all of my bags in a way that also feels like a decoration!  When I'm in the mood for a change, I just switch up the organization.  Too easy.

 4. Christmas lights are a year-round option

When my roommate suggested adding these lights to our room, I thought she was crazy.  They seemed so unnecessary and out of place.  But the moment we hung them up, I fell in love.  These lights draw attention to the focal point of our room (the beds) and set the scene for a cozy atmosphere.  Before going to sleep or when watching a movie, I love to turn off the overhead lights and let the Christmas lights shine.  

5. Photographs.

Everyone knows that photographs are a great addition to a room. The tricky part is figuring out how to display them.   We strung these up with a simple strand of ribbon tacked to the wall.  We then hung the photographs from the ribbon using fun-colored mini clothespins.  I can't tell you how many compliments this gets.

6. A big, nonwhite rug

Last year, I had a white rug.  I couldn't help myself-it was so pretty and clean looking in the store.  However, by the end of the year, it was dirty and disgusting.  So, this year i opted for this simple cream rug, which I love just as much and know will not look abused come June.  In any case, a rug is an absolute must.  Because really, who has nice floors in college?

Whatever you do with your space, make sure it reflects who you are right now.  Remember that the little touches of flair make all the difference.

How would you decorate a small space?