Getting Back to Nature

We all know that getting back to nature is good for us, but it’s not always practical to visit the great outdoors. What do you do when you find yourself yearning for green spaces, and you can’t get there until the weekend? You find some quick and easy ways to bring the outdoors to you.

Try these ideas to bring nature into your home, regardless of where you live:

1 – Add Plants

There’s such a variety of houseplants you can grow that even someone who doesn’t have a green thumb can succeed. Try anything from succulents to cacti to whatever suits your fancy. Continue reading

When you live in an apartment, it can be very hard to do much with the décor. Typically, there are restrictions about what you can or cannot do regarding painting, putting up hooks or even just hanging pictures. Add to that restrictions on space, and you might find yourself stuck for ideas.

The good news is that even in small spaces you can bring nature into your home in ways that create a soothing and restful haven and won’t get you in trouble with your landlord. Try these tips:

1 – Use Plants

Plants add a splash of green to what might be an otherwise dull color palette. Even in small spaces, it’s easy to set up tiny gardens that involve anything from herbs to cacti. The herbs are particularly nice because they add a gentle aroma to the room that’s very soothing. Continue reading