How to REFRESH your HOME without BUYING ANYTHING

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@BenitaLarsson 6 ай бұрын

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@curveappeal8180 2 жыл бұрын

I too remember the joy and excitement of rearranging my bedroom as a teenager!! The one thing I had control over 😅

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Haha, exactly! It’s still just as fun!🙌🏻

@Alexandra-dh9kl 2 жыл бұрын

Yesssss, me too, nearly every quarter I rearranged my room when I was a Teen.

@pinkcarrot7210 2 жыл бұрын

@@Alexandra-dh9kl I used to drive my parents crazy doing that, i once painted my room 5 different colours, they were not happy, surprising i'm a minimalist now!! lol!

@julie8234 2 жыл бұрын

I still do this often

@cathhl2440 2 жыл бұрын

Yes. My teen did that. And scratched the newly restored wooden floor. Deeeeep scratch. 😓

@cwunsche 2 жыл бұрын

I’m not being dramatic but seeing your videos uploaded literally makes my day, you help me decompress, and feel comfortable & proud of my minimalist space. My husband always says “you change or move everything so frequently “ and your video just reminded me that I’ve been doing this since I was a kid. It’s so fun!!

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so happy you enjoy them!

@patjorgensen4106 2 жыл бұрын

It’s funny how many of us loved to rearrange our rooms as teenagers! I did this it as well a number of times over the years. It always seems to bring a fresh new feeling to the room.

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

I know, so many have the same memory of constant rearranging! I love that!

@ritacarvalho9016 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Benita! I want to congratulate you for the way in which you manage to motivate and encourage the public through your videos. The simplicity that you show us in your daily life, conveys peace and the feeling that we don't need much to have comfort and peace. Thank you and keep up this fantastic task!! A kiss from Portugal😉

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!😊

@CorinnaOnTheRun 2 жыл бұрын

Well said

@eily_b 2 жыл бұрын

I was lucky to be able to live in all three bedrooms in my parents house. I started as a kid in the smallest one. Then I switched to the parents bedroom when my parents decided to sleep separate because my Dad was a snorer and when they decided to sleep in their bedroom again, I moved to the third bedroom which stayed my room even when I moved out and just visited my parents. It was always an adventure to be able to plan everything. To this day I draw a plan of my room on paper and cut out my furniture in the right scale and move them around to find the best place for them. 😉

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Lucky you, that must have been so much fun!

@rasmusdulle 2 жыл бұрын

Mini is so cute!! That little strech 😍😍

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

She’s my tiny sweetie 😊

@RoselomonTV 2 жыл бұрын

I can totally relate with switching things up. It's surprising interesting to see how excited I get when I move to my newly arranged home 😂

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

So much fun rearranging!🙌🏻

@aprillr2158 2 жыл бұрын

My love of interior design also started with rearranging my bedroom and continues today as I regularly move things to change the energy of the room. Thank you for the great video inspo!

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Such a simple way to switch things up!🙌🏻

@erikaisaly9402 Жыл бұрын

I love Miss Mini coming to check your work when you're making the slip covers. She always needs to make sure you're doing the best work. :)

@traceymp1405 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Benita! 😀 Refreshing content - as a child, I loved rearranging my bedroom, my mom was so helpful and encouraged me to arrange it the way I liked it and choose colors I liked - I always felt so content and happy in my room, reading or listening to music. I do move our plants around (I like to give them equal sun exposure - kind of like not favoring a child - equal love for all of them❤). I really wish I could sew - this always seems like such a cost-effective way to change anything in your home. I should take a class 😀 For people who find it easy to sew, I am so envious - that hasn't been my experience. Decluttering - this is my number one favorite way to refresh - I just need to keep reminding myself not to repurchase. 😃 Bonus looks so happy, until your next video enjoy your week!🌸🌺🌸

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Equal love for all the plants! I love it!🙌🏻🌿🙌🏻

@fcomme5754 2 жыл бұрын

Tracey Loves - Skincare Lovely comment. Thanks for sharing.

@jjennings6161 2 жыл бұрын

Want to sew? Just watch utube . There are lots of beginner posts.

@susannovak8263 2 жыл бұрын

Your kitty doing yoga stretches while you were painting! 😂❤️

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

She’s such a little ballerini 😊

@kimchininja 2 жыл бұрын

I used to change my furniture around in my bedroom every few months as a teen. It made my mother crazy, lol. I never saw such an easy way to make a slip cover. Brilliant!

@diannerabon3524 2 жыл бұрын

Your slipcover turned out amazing! I have an ottoman that needs a slipcover and have gotten as far as purchasing fabric. You have given me confidence that I can do it. I wish I could move furniture but am pretty restricted because of windows and door placement, and space limitations. It was my favorite thing as a kid to move my bedroom around!

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

So much fun! And you can totally create a cover for that!

@elizabethbertsch3066 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! The slip cover was terrific!

@minervacuervo4662 2 жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I do when I rearrange the furniture and switching books and ornaments. Zero spending and a refreshed room

@julesmeans8174 2 жыл бұрын

Oh how I laughed at Bonus' tail in the beginning and then "catio"... another Simply wonderful. video. Happy Spring!

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!🦁

@sylviesherman4797 2 жыл бұрын

Your home is cool, calm, and collected, just like you. Your ideas are helpful and enjoyable. Great video. Thanks for sharing.

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching!

@Diana-er6fi 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video! I loved the ideas! I really enjoyed watching. I never miss one! Thanks for your work and content.☺️🌸

@ThatSimpleLife61 2 жыл бұрын

Rearranging furniture, shopping the house, changing decor by season...these are all things I love too! Thank you for the lovely inspiration. I hadn't thought about changing the way I arrange our bedding. Good idea! Now, I'm in the mood to rearrange. :)

@BrianEYoung 2 жыл бұрын

The slip cover is perfect! I just looked at my old old love seat and realized how I could do it! Thank you

@TheEmzies 2 жыл бұрын

Busy adding wool textures to my home to make it cosy for winter in New Zealand. We don't get snow and it's not too cold but the endless wet days call for warm textures and colours.

@zoebrindle7269 2 жыл бұрын

Benita , I totally love your videos ! I’m so like you ......Love being minimal , organised ! We recently moved house and your tips have helped me enormously 😁Thank you Benita ! Have a lovely day 🌻

@larag1764 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are interesting and soothing at the same time. I smile each time I see your cats - Bonus snoozing on your DVD player and the other doing her ballerina stretches are you painted were delightful ! My 17yo cat sleeps much of the day now but can still surprise me with short bursts of 'hunting' me or imaginary prey 😻 Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 xx

@AnaSilva-qu6ns Жыл бұрын

Such great ideas! I've found your vlog today and I'll keep following your videos as I'm trying to learn more about minimalist life.

@susankurpeski9704 6 ай бұрын

I love the slipcover for the living room sofa. Always a nice clean look for the summer.

@elizabethbertsch3066 2 жыл бұрын

I, too, like to rearrange my tiny condo about every 6 months! It makes everything fresh and new! Your place looked great after your “refresh” 😊. I enjoy your creativity woven into practicality. Thank you for your videos. I love them.

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I’m so happy you enjoy them!

@debbiekoortzen1154 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Benita, I loved this video. You always inspire me, I absolutely love spending time with you. Thank you. 🌷

@carolmohler5410 Жыл бұрын

Love how kitty comes in so nonchalantly! A bit of excitement in an otherwise soothing video! Will she (?) or won't she walk across the painting? The back leg stretch like 'oh don't mind me! I was holding my breath! 😊

@sherriepiechowski4556 2 жыл бұрын

I love switching things up each season and rearranging not only furniture but decor to suit the mood of the season. Enjoyed your video!

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!😊

@marywall5262 Жыл бұрын

I love how the beginning of the video opens with your cat’s tail floating across the bottom of the screen! At first I thought it was as a shadow of something, then the cat’s butt showed...then the eyes...😂😂😂

@elenarj568 2 жыл бұрын

I love all the changes and the super idea for the sofa 👏👏. Thank you Benita 🌻!

@MarinaPaninaFilms 2 жыл бұрын

I remember loving moving my bed from one corner to another in my bedroom when I was living with my parents :) !!! But in my "adult" apartment, nothing can be really changed in any of the rooms ^^!!! besides cleaning & decluttering from time to time lol :D Made a couple videos on that!!

@lana7422 2 жыл бұрын

Loved seeing your instant artwork. I purchased some different sized canvases with the same idea of painting and then repainting to refresh. Or possible covering some with bright fabric prints.

@amma7244 2 жыл бұрын

I love doing the same reorganized spaces since I was old enough to move my bedroom. What a difference in your spaces! It looks so fresh. Now that our spaces are ( yes we still could have snowstorm this weekend kid you not but no snow in ground this week) de cluttered ( you know I had to wait for melt for donation run). You just inspired me to shift and refresh. Thank you! ❤️🇨🇦

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching!

@AlexAnder-lg7si Жыл бұрын

Kitty leg stretch was the highlight. Easy ideas, thank you!

@jpark2568 2 жыл бұрын

Love this! Its so true! The sunny days really reveal the dust bunnies😉 I changed up my bed and it does look fresh in the room👍🏻 Thank you Benita! 🫶🏻

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Such a simple changes makes such a big difference!✨

@alejandratorres2210 2 жыл бұрын

I love the way you made changes without buying more ❤️

@justafan3888 2 жыл бұрын

That was so calming. Thank you

@agemoth Жыл бұрын

It never crossed my mind to cut some pretty weeds off my garden lawn and put them in a vase ! Love that idea !

@BeFabWithGab 2 жыл бұрын

I love the little daffodils, just so dainty. Ahh, and the great cat stretch 😊 I always love your content, thank you 🌻

@julijopeterson7096 2 жыл бұрын

Benita, so good to see your site. Your aptm't looks wonderful. I have been praying for you re your cancer & I'm thinking you may be better or maybe it's even gone. Hoping the best. Be back soon. Happy spring to you from Seatle/WA/USA. GBYou

@anandahardial236 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this video! I too got my start as a child and rearranging things in my bedroom. Great reminder to shop my home

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@ap2650 7 ай бұрын

Hello Benita, you are so talented! I like your ideas of "not spending money", it is eco-friendly and giving us a chance to feel and enjoy what is around us. Thanks you for all the creative tips. p.s. the handmade sofa cover and the painting are absolutely amazing, I love it!

@RyansnevetS 2 жыл бұрын

Love the way the slip cover turned out for the sofa! You made it look super easy to make! Happy Tuesday Benita!

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

You should try it, it’s not hard at all!

@RyansnevetS 2 жыл бұрын

@@BenitaLarsson I’ll give it a go if I get my hands on a sewing machine! I feel like it would be fun once you get the hang of it!

@davidlafleur8170 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve watched and loved all of your videos, but I think this is my new favorite! Thanks for sharing all of your great ideas!

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@gillianm9367 2 жыл бұрын

This was a lovely video Benita- thank you for the inspiration 🌿 I loved my childhood bedroom which was tiny but perfectly organised ! When I started my first job I remember the excitement of buying a new duvet set, lamp and cushions 🥰 My home feels fresh and spacious at the moment as have almost finished my Spring declutter- just a couple of small categories to go. Today was the dreaded paperwork but relieved now it's done 🙆‍♀️

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

The paperwork is a big one!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@amyg918 2 жыл бұрын

Love you ideas - I too switch from winter to summer it makes such a difference in how the whole house feels afterward.

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Huge difference! So much airier!

@Plum_0207 2 жыл бұрын

I love your very neat and clean room. It is now full of summer vibes!

@trixxieland1789 2 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful video! I wrote it all down, and am creating my to-do list!

@junehulton9776 2 жыл бұрын

I love the ideas. And I too change things around from room to room... definitely looks different and a change in style.. thank you for sharing. 🙂👍 Best regards from the UK..

@actuaryaltair6280 2 жыл бұрын

loved this video, I like each one of your videos because they are a treat!

@skullwan1 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing how one can feel refreshed when your space is refreshed. Loved this video!

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching!

@christine2466 2 жыл бұрын

It looks great!! It's always so exciting to see it all come together in the end - so rewarding 🥰 and somehow you feel all better 💛

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@FITGAL1968 2 жыл бұрын

Everything looks great Benita Enjoy the season

@kathleenhill5838 2 жыл бұрын

What a nice little refresh 😊. The slipcover is lovely.

@GoogleUser-wx8mw 2 жыл бұрын

That slipcover came out so well. Looks great and really fresh.

@linseymain254 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Benita for another inspiring video. I love moving furniture around and adding seasonal touches, thanks for your ideas 💡 Much love, Linsey

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@hris9214 2 жыл бұрын

Love how curious your cat is 🥰😍

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Into everything! 😅

@pinkcarrot7210 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Benita. I always look forward to a new video from you! I have learnt so much!

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so happy if you’re inspired to try something after watching!

@aniz40 Жыл бұрын

Love the idea of the slipcover change !!! 🌷

@01happykat 2 жыл бұрын

Your sofa looks amazing with your homemade slipcovers! Nice job!

@juliemix3373 2 жыл бұрын

Benita, what a fun video. You had so many good ideas. Love the new painting you created. Also the changes from winter to summer. Love the green. Cheers

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it!

@ritagoedecke6574 2 жыл бұрын

Love the slip covers for the sofa. Yes I can,t move stuff around a lot in my apartment, because the way it is laid out. But little changes help a lot always.

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! A tiny change goes a long way!🌿

@plantsbythemoon9049 2 жыл бұрын

Great ideas. I also like to shop my own house and garden shed to come up with new/repurposed items. I'm like you, a spring reset is particularly refreshing. Nice work on the painting 😀.

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@carolfitzpatrick1139 2 жыл бұрын

We’ve had some great weather in the UK this last week so jumped at the chance to get all of my wool blankets out on the washing line. Inspiring!

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Isn’t airing them out the best?🙌🏻

@christineyoung7984 2 жыл бұрын

Very impressed by your sewing skills! You are artistic and practical, love this video!

@lisarhoades965 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice video, Benita. I, too, rearranged the bedroom as a teenager, even opting to rid of a bed frame to sleep on a mattress on the floor, used fruit crates for a dresser, collaged posters and pages out of periodicals Rolling Stone and Cream and put them on my walls, cut flowers from my backyard and put them in glassware we used to get when filling up at the gas station and whatever cool stuff I could take home from the record store where I worked part time. I guess the minimalist vibe was there from the start! At 59, minimalism is still a part of my life, but I am too old to sleep on the floor LOL!

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

I also had the mattress on the floor phase but my knees would say now today 🤣

@jyothinagesan5483 2 жыл бұрын

How wonderful and simple and elegant!!!

@kajalsingh9554 2 жыл бұрын

And, just like that you made a slipcover!! I had no idea it could be done so easily. Great tips.

@jillengel4124 2 жыл бұрын

I love the slipcover idea. Looks good. Easy care as well.

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Love that I can just toss it in the wash on hot!🙌🏻

@lesyarosa8091 2 жыл бұрын

I loved the way you featured thd sliping covers, and the whole result 🌼🙏

@donnanancekivell9430 2 жыл бұрын

You are so lucky that you can switch things around, I live in a loft with very designated areas and it would be impossible to change furniture around.........I so wish I could....I do however change cushions and throws and although I face North I am able to fill my windowsill with geraniums that remain there all year round and at least is something green and real and often I still have blooms until November......great ideas as always..................Donna in Toronto

@victoriawilsdon3691 2 жыл бұрын

fantastic ideas - thanks. One of the hardest things about losing permanent work due to Covid - have had to put a stop on all my home-making plans....this has brought me much joy to get these ideas and be reminded that I don't need to spend money

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it's useful!

@Barbara-lw5ou 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Benita, a great video. It is amazing how simple changes make such a big difference to a room - the changes you have made to your room just confirms this. Your home is beautiful 😊👏👏 Thank you for the tips and tricks, simple but very effective. Have a good week🙋‍♀️.

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you enjoyed them and find them useful!

@SJ-ev6by 2 жыл бұрын

Great job on the sofa slipcover-nice ideas!

@joanmckee3906 2 жыл бұрын

Delighted to hear Trinity College Dublin mentioned. We live in Ireland and our son studied and works there. I'll buy his book. I've learned so much from you, thank you.

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! My son spent a month in Dublin a few years ago and loved it there!

@athanasiapipiki8182 2 жыл бұрын

How wonderful ideas dearest Benita!! So simple yet so refreshing for spring and summer time🌼🌞I agree with trying to move furniture or things that we take their first place for granted anywhere possible in our home ...the result always makes us feel so creative!! I loved the idea of the sofa sheet- covers and how easily you made them, your daffodils in the vase (one of my favourite flowers), Bonus's favourite place and Minnie's curiosity while stretching (they are so adorable😹😺😻)

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Mini and Bonus are the sweetest!

@chandiperera833 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos Benita. This one I particularly liked as I do the same and like you I feel great when I have rearranged my furniture. It is like buying new without the cost. I also love your DITL videos. Would love to see one of those again soon. Thank you.

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so happy you enjoy my videos!

@britta4563 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Benita! The changes look very good . It is such a pleasure to watch your videos. I have often been inspired and bought things that you have in your home too. The colour Concept in my Apartment is white, beige. I love the warmer tones . I also have the Teva sandals, they are very comfortable. I am looking forward to the next video. Thank you very much ♥️ Love, Britta from Germany 😘

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm so glad you enjoy them!

@tinalemna7998 2 жыл бұрын

Benita, you are so talented. I love your new slipcover for your sofa. Your apartment looks fresh and ready for summer. 😘

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Aww, thank you, I just love making and making over stuff😊

@manzar42 2 жыл бұрын

there is no limit to your talents, you can even make your own slip covers, very impressive!

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

They really are quite simple to make!😊

@ONLY1KUDWE Жыл бұрын

I love the challenge of rearranging my space😊

@angebo5951 2 жыл бұрын

Very relaxing video! Thank you!

@Nae641 Жыл бұрын

Love the sofa cover, great!

@junehulton8320 2 жыл бұрын

I so agree changing furniture around gives a different style of your home ... Well done love the ideas ...

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

So much fun to walk into the “new” room!🙌🏻

@junehulton8320 2 жыл бұрын

@@BenitaLarsson yes...feels fresh and new styling... 🙂👍

@cabayern9416 2 жыл бұрын

Thanking you from Germany. You are very inspirational and I am quite appreciative.

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Danke, that’s so sweet of you to say!

@libbyannstew8775 Жыл бұрын

Wow, the slipcover solution is genius!

@mrsgingernoisette 2 жыл бұрын

Oh I needed this, as it's literally free!!!

@lizandjohnny 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely ideas. Thanks Benita 🖤

@kamloopscruiser874 2 жыл бұрын

That slipcover tutorial is wonderful and thank you!

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@greeyzone 2 жыл бұрын

What a genious way to make covers! Going to try this out! Very yes-the-dog-is-alowed-in-the-sofa-friendly 🙈

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

It’s really quite simple!🙌🏻

@everystitchaprayer6268 2 жыл бұрын

This was incredible! Thank you so much for the tutorial on slip covers! Thank you!

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you found it useful!

@marymary122 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the ideas !

@linedallaire9631 2 жыл бұрын

Omg... that was so good...lovvvvvvve that kind of content....bravo Benita...greetings from Canada 🇨🇦

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Aww, thank you so much!😊

@cathhl2440 2 жыл бұрын

Bravo for your simple sofa cover project . You seemed very skilled! Thumbs up as usual! Appreciate the time and effort put into your videos!

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@Samarroc 2 жыл бұрын

Great ideas for spring&summer!!!👍👍👏👏👏

@carolefreeman2544 Жыл бұрын

I love your swivel chairs.

@GemaLuBtz 2 жыл бұрын

I love the slipcover!!! I can't never find anything that i like at the store!!! I'm new at sewing but i would like to give it a try!

@user-wb2yv7ll9d 2 жыл бұрын

This was a particularly creative video and relaxing to watch. I love how your artwork turned out. At first I was skeptical with all the color but then you muted it perfectly. The various green accents work well with a minimalist aesthetic. I have a poster up of one of Carmen Herrera's "Blanco y Verde" canvases.

@BenitaLarsson 2 жыл бұрын

Carmen Herrera’s art is amazing!