We sometimes overlook the simple things that can positively change the way we think during the cold winter months.  Your home is the best place to start. During the winter months we tend to hibernate at home, so why not look at ways to do things in your home to make you feel better about yourself and your home? This will help you stay motivated and inspired during the cold winter months.

Plan that much needed home renovation!

Look at areas of your home that you have been thinking to change or upgrade. Spend some time and start to visualize the home that you want.  Then take the time and start planning for that dream home renovation. Get everything organized now, and you just might have hammers swinging by spring time.  Your next step, find out if it is financially feasible. Consult with a mortgage professional about a renovation mortgage and an interior designer to review your home projects with you. Knowing that you are financially prepared and working with professionals towards a home project will keep you excited and something to look forward to.

Keep your home and yourself, healthy and fit!

Start by giving your home a good cleanse.  LET GO of what is not needed or you have no use of. If you haven’t used it in a long time then you don’t need it. Having a clean and organized home will in turn make yourself feel better about spending time indoors.  Fill your fridge and freezer with healthy foods.  Winter months are good to pre-make meals in advance and freeze. Soups, stews, sauces, and healthy loaves and muffins are easy and fun to make.

Dress up your house…in a budget friendly way!

Do little things in your home to keep yourself motivated, energized and inspired.  Add budget friendly décor pieces such as candles, warm throws and pillows, fresh flowers, fill glass vases with outdoor pieces like pinecones or grass stocks.  Update cabinet hardware or light fixtures. Replace old towels with new soft towels, or even simply change your bathroom curtain and hooks to make it feel like a new space. These are all ways to stay connected to your home to help with the winter blues.