How to Start Decorating Your Home (Without the Stress)

Wonder Grace
Aug 5, 2025
2 min read

So, you’ve moved in or maybe you just want a refresh.

You sit down with a cup of tea, look around… and then it hits: Where do I even start?

You’re not alone... This is the question almost everyone has when they want to make their home beautiful or even just one part of their space, but feel overwhelmed.

The good news? Decorating doesn’t have to be scary, expensive, or reserved for “design people.” It can actually be fun—if you start with a simple plan.

Here’s how to make it happen:

✅ Step 1: Begin With a Feeling

Before you start buying things, ask yourself: How do I want this space to feel? Cozy? Bright and airy? Calm and neutral?

Those words become your design compass. Whenever you’re unsure about a purchase, check!

Does it fit the feeling I want? If yes, add to cart. If no, scroll on!

✅ Step 2: Make a Vision Board (Your Design Mood Booster)

Gather inspiration from Pinterest, Instagram, or magazines. Pull together the colors, textures, and styles you love. Seeing it all in one place helps your ideas feel real—and stops the “impulse buy then regret” cycle.

(If you want to make this part faster, I have ready-to-use Canva templates that make mood boards super easy—but more on that later.)

✅ Step 3: Pick Your Color Palette

Stick to 3–4 colors that feel good together. This instantly makes your home look pulled together without overthinking every detail.

Quick tip: Always check your paint colors in daylight and evening light, they can look like two different shades!

✅ Step 4: Plan Before You Buy

Measure your space before shopping for furniture.

Nothing is worse than falling in love with a piece only to realize it doesn’t fit through the door (or blocks your walkway). A quick layout sketch, even on paper, can save you so much hassle.

✅ Step 5: Take It Slow & Enjoy the Process

Start with the big pieces, then layer in smaller things like cushions, rugs, and art. The best homes are built step by step, not in one day. Give yourself time to fall in love with your space.

💡 Why Having a Guide Helps (And Why It’s Fun)

Here’s the truth: decorating feels overwhelming when everything lives in your head.

Having a system—templates, checklists, or even a simple step-by-step plan—takes the stress away and makes it actually enjoyable.

I put together an Interior Decorator Starter Pack with mood board templates, layout planners, and checklists because I know how much easier (and fun!) it is to have a guide instead of guessing.

Or if you want just the templates, click this link!

Not ready for that? Totally okay! If you’re stuck on one furniture piece or just need a little nudge, you can always book a quick consultation with me. Sometimes all it takes is a 15-minute chat to save hours of frustration.