DIY tricks for a spring refresh

A clear-out doesn't have to be drastic, but follow Marie Kondo's advice and 'spark joy' with a less cluttered home. I like to send items that I no longer need to my local charity shops. Use a variety of baskets to organise any remaining clutter. You can never have too many baskets- fact!

As a mum of a young boy who likes to play in the living room, baskets are great for hiding colourful Lego or action figures that really don’t match the decor. Thankfully, Argos has a variety of trendy storage systems that have made organising in this space a whole lot easier. These square woven baskets slot perfectly inside a deep bookcase.

Choose a mix of storage solutions for different items and areas in your living space - wire baskets are perfect for keeping your desk tidy, a wooden crate will slot perfectly under a coffee table, and softer rope baskets are handy for storing larger items within easy reach.

Changing or cleaning fabrics will give your room a fresh new look, and breezy curtains make the most of spring’s natural light. These are DIY- they’re actually king size bedsheets that I made into curtains. The pocket for the rails uses iron-on hemming tape, so if I ever decide I want to use them as sheets I can!

Wash existing cushion covers and replace dark or warm winter styles with lighter cotton textures. I replaced my heavier knitted cushions by recovering the foam inserts and using the pillowcases from the bedding set (another quick DIY!). Matching your cushions to your curtains is an easy way to bring a cohesive room together.

I’ll admit my plants usually don’t live very long because I forget to water them. A rule of thumb: if they’ve made it through winter unscathed, they deserve a new home. I used a rope handle basket to house my dear cactus who I like to call Fred. Apparently naming your plants helps them grow? This could be true, because Fred seems to be thriving!