101 Ideas: Using household items for bathroom decor

Updating your bathroom doesn't have to be expensive. Actually, it doesn't have to cost anything. Here's what you can do with a little creativity and an open mind.

— Dress up family photos: If you need artwork to fill a bathroom wall, look no further than your family photo album. Or take a special photo for the room and frame it in an interesting manner for a one-of-a-kind focal point.

— Bring in a piece of furniture: Furniture in a bathroom instantly adds warmth and style. Consider adding a chair or a bench, and get off your feet during your morning routine.

— Think beyond the basket: Think about alternative containers when accessorizing your bathroom.

— Display keepsakes: beautiful shells, coral and other organic treasures are ideal bathroom decor. instead of spending money to create a beach-inspired vignette, use souvenirs from a family vacation. display them in a clear vase or a container from your kitchen, such as a wine glass or bowl.

— Clean and organize: A clean and organized bathroom is a prettier bathroom. If your bathroom is dirty or cluttered and filled with old toiletries and accessories that are gathering dust, clean house. You'll be happy you did.

— Add a fresh scent with flowers: Sweet-smelling flowers in a bathroom just make sense. It can be as simple as cutting them from your garden.

— Go accessory shopping in your house: If you'd like to spruce up the details in your personal space, look around your home. Think beyond the kinds of items sold in the bathroom section of a department store.

— Tray magnifique: If you store necessities on top of your bathroom counter, try grouping them on a tray. Just make sure that the items are pretty. keep the toothpaste and hair dryer out of sight.

— Use bottles for display and storage: Don't keep your beautiful bracelets hidden away in a jewelry box; display them in your bathroom on bottles. Use vintage glass containers, or recycle a beautiful bottle from your pantry.

Courtesy Leslie Judson on hgtv.com. For thousands of other ideas, visit hgtv.com.