Make your bathroom a haven

Photograph of a tall, stately flower in a Victorian era garden.

     I decided to start my journey of 2017 The Year of the Home with my bathroom.  Does it seem like an odd place to start?  Here's my reasoning.

     Like everyone I need to live and work within a budget.  Since the bathroom is small I will be able to complete this room more quickly.  I think that satisfaction of completion of a small task helps when working on a year long project.  So I am starting small.

     Since I am currently living in a rental I can't paint my walls.  So white is my canvas here.  I also have a glass door on my tub/shower.  Which means no shower curtain for adding color or texture.  So these are my limitations and challenges in this room.

     I really want to add some color since color has the ability to affect our moods.  After much deliberation I have chosen the photograph featured above to hang in the bathroom. Gardens make me feel good.  They relax me and take away the worries when I spend time there.  I also like the colors so it is a good choice for me.

     I can also add color and texture with a choice of towels.  I am leaning towards a dark green and a dark mauve color for towels.  I enjoy therapeutic baths in the evening and I know those colors will add to my relaxation.  So this is where I am starting.

     I will update you from time to time with posts as to how this is all playing out.

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