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Monday, July 24, 2017

Saving The Environment With Repurposed Home Decor

By Sharon Anderson


Many people seek ways to improve their home interior for a number of reasons. While some tend to think of decor as strictly visual, some may renovate their home interior as a way to create more space. Another trend that is catching on is repurposed home decor items, which may come from a number of resources.

Some people think of this as buying goods at a donation thrift store or similar but this is only one part of it. Repurposing goes back many years and some designers will do this by adding a few details, and earning a nice profit in the process. Generally speaking, the objective is to get the best use of fabrics and materials for a similar or entirely different purpose.

This is part of the sustainable lifestyle movement that has many working people thinking twice about throwing thing away for good. Firstly, there is an awareness about toxic dumping in public spaces, This is followed by the use of durable materials that are not only safe for the environment but can withstand ongoing use for years. In recent, bamboo and hemp are just some of the materials used to make household goods and scientists are discovering more every day.

Furniture and interior designers find ways to make these materials visually appealing by using fun colors or styles that vary from contemporary to traditional. The idea here is to make these equally functional for the home or small office. As people become more educated about sustainable living, there will be no need to buy items made from toxic materials.

Recycling materials is not a new concept, as it is common with large families or those who want to stretch their money a little further. Clothes that could not be passed down to a younger family member were made into kitchen accessories like oven mitts or table cloths. Artisans have found a way to make this trendy in a world that is still trying to save money on a regular basis.

Heavy cotton is a fabric that can have a multitude of uses in the home. Some people like to convert their denim jeans or jackets into household items or create a decorative theme around this unique textile. Clothing made from fancy materials can also see new life as a decorative accessory. Many books and online tutorials are available for aspiring crafters, as well as those who cannot use a needle and thread.

For those who are not interested in creating, there are a numbers of designers who specialize in converting old items into a one of a kind piece that looks fantastic. They may dye the fabric and modern color or combine it with like materials that are economically sound. Many designers have online galleries and some are happy to share their knowledge of green living or repurposing with others. Creative types may also find these design sites inspirational.

As long as there is innovation and imagination, this is one trend that is not likely to go anywhere soon. It has become about more than using old newspapers for paper mache projects or converting milk cartons into planters or homemade piggy banks. It is about saving money and sparing natural resources whenever possible.




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