11 Simple DIY Decorating Ideas to Transform a Room

You don't have to go overboard decorating with flowers and plants—a single leaf or stem can look great in a slender vase. You can also add a small herb garden to your kitchen windowsill to not only add color to the room, but flavor to your meals. Learn how to create a Concrete Air Plant Planter.

Try a lower-wattage bulb to change a room's mood. You can go from bright to romantic in moments. Another fun idea is to swap out an old bulb with a new Edison bulb to give your decor a retro spin. Does your favorite lamp need some work? Fix a Lamp Cord.

Try mixing old and new glassware on display shelves. Don't be afraid to add colored glass, as it will add a pop of color. Build your own shelves with these tips.

Revive a tired looking lamp with a new shade. Bright colors may even keep the winter blues at bay. Looking to add even more color? Learn How to Choose Paint Colors.

A well-placed mirror can make a small room seem larger. For a custom look that's inexpensive, find a vintage frame and have mirrored glass cut to fit. You can also decorate your mirror frame with glass tile.

Instead of painting the ceiling white, pick a color! Blue-grays, yellows and lavenders all help draw the eye up without being overwhelming. Here are some Best-Kept Secrets of Professional Painters.

Have a piece of Plexiglass cut to fit a tabletop. Then tuck favorite photos, postcards or fun fabric underneath. When you're done, take a great picture of the finished product with these Tips for Better Photos of Your DIY Projects.

That old wooden ladder in the garage can work as a spot to store extra blankets and add an element of coziness to a room.

Hide a flower vase in a pair of rain boots for a simple, fun way to decorate an entryway. Pumpkins also make great decorations for entryways.

Pick out some of your favorite books and stack them on an end table or bench or alternate stacked books with books placed upright on a bookshelf. Piled books will draw the eye to an area. Have a lot of books? Build your own bookshelf.