Lick shares 8 decorating projects you still have time to complete before the New Year

Is there a decorating project that you have been meaning to do, but have not got around to yet?

With the holiday season quickly approaching, many of us are preparing to transform our homes into gathering and hosting spaces for friends and family. With entertaining top of mind but not a huge amount of time before we open our doors, we may be looking for quick and easy ways to make our homes feel welcoming, stylish, and ready to impress.

Whether you’re moving into a new place, welcoming family over for the holidays, or hosting a New Year’s gathering with friends, there's nothing like sprucing up your decor to make everyone feel at home. And now is the perfect time to complete the projects on your to-do list and to spruce up your home in time for 2025. 

Below, Tash Bradley, Lick’s Director of Interior Design and Colour Psychologist, shares 8 decorating projects that will help homeowners elevate their decor, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere just in time for the holiday season.

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Tash Bradley, Lick’s Director of Interior Design and Colour Psychologist:

“Now is the perfect time to add those special touches that will make your home shine for the season. These are my easy and affordable decorating projects that will help you transform your space into a festive haven, perfect for creating lasting holiday memories.

Front door makeover

Start at the entrance with a front door makeover. This will set the tone for the rest of your home and welcome your guests in with a smile. Freshen up your door with a beautiful new paint colour and then finish it off with seasonal decorations like a welcoming wreath in complementary colours.

Accent wall refresh

Bring new life to your room with an accent wall refresh. Opt for a bolder or darker paint colour, or add a print with wallpaper on one wall to instantly transform your room, creating an eye-catching focal point and a backdrop for your dining table, sofa, bed, or holiday decorations.

Upcycle furniture

Give new life to older or pre-loved items by transforming furniture with an upcycling project. Repaint or add decorative accents in colours that flow with your interior design scheme. P.S. Don’t forget new hardware for those all-important finishing touches.

Freshen up your WC

These small spaces are the perfect spots for a last-minute glow-up to wow your visitors. My top tip? Don’t be afraid to drench them in colour and be bolder than you would be in other rooms. As you spend less time in these spaces they’re the perfect opportunity to inject a more playful design that you might not want in other rooms. Paint, add a gallery wall, opt for a bolder print, or add a half-wall of panelling. 

Guest bedroom revamp

Hosting soon? Create a cosy and welcoming guest bedroom by decorating with relaxing wall colours, soft textiles, plump cushions, layered lighting, and fresh towels. Cuddly pinks, soothing greens and grounding beiges will do the trick. And if you’re hosting over the festive period, add little seasonal touches like clove, cinnamon, or pine-scented candles, winter florals, or even a stocking.

Add decorative panelling

Are you looking for a bigger change to your space? Adding decorative moulding or panelling to your rooms is a great way to add character and visual interest. With so many styles available, there’s something to suit everyone. Paint in a contrasting colour for a more traditional look or colour-drench it with your walls for a more contemporary feel.

Revamp your kitchen cabinets

Refresh the heart of any home, the kitchen, by painting your cabinets for a budget-friendly alternative to a complete refit. Pick your new paint colour and add fresh hardware to make the space ready for festive cooking and entertaining.

Create a festive mantlepiece 

Now’s the time to makeover your fireplace for that Instagram-worthy festive mantelpiece. Whether you're freshening up your existing paintwork or going for something bolder - trust us, yellow or red looks great - your fireplace will create a cosy setting for winter evenings. To style, add garlands, candles, and seasonal ornaments, and don’t be afraid to go maximalist with your scheme - tis’ the season after all.

There you have it, my eight decorating project ideas to update your home in time for the holidays.” 

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