After a prolonged hiatus, wallpaper is back. Now that it’s having resurgence, be sure to team it with similar colours and patterns. Photo: Lynn Morgan Design Click for more photos

13 ideas for an instant home makeover

After a prolonged hiatus, wallpaper is back. Now that it’s having resurgence, be sure to team it with similar colours and patterns. Photo: Lynn Morgan Design

  • After a prolonged hiatus, wallpaper is back. Now that it’s having resurgence, be sure to team it with similar colours and patterns. Photo: Lynn Morgan Design
  • Homewares inspired by the natural world are definitely having their moment in the sun. The look is bold but organic, blurring the lines of what belongs indoors and what is best left outside. photo: Etsy
  • Continuing the nature trend, these delightful placemats, complete with tree design, are great for anyone looking to set a table without breaking the bank. Photo: Ikea
  • Choose a printed textile that’s functional too. These knitted yoga balls bring colour and texture into your home in an unexpected (but oh so stylish) way. Photo: pagethirtythree.com
  • Invigorate your dining table with bold ikat printed placemats. It’s a great way to brighten up your setting and prevent scratching your furniture too. Photo: fabricadabra.us
  • Create drama with drapes. Choosing a patterned curtain adds an element of design to a room, revitalising what can otherwise be an uninspiring trimming. Photo: Ikea
  • Is there anything more time-honoured than a stripe? As spring settles in, a throw is a good transitional piece to have on the couch for those cheeky weekend naps. Photo: Ikea
  • Thanks to super hero inspired styles from fashion designers such as Phillip Lim and Karla Spetic, the comic trend has recently been in full force on the catwalk – fortunately, it’s made its way to homewares. photo: publishertextiles.com.au
  • Pair Pantone’s Colour of the year, Tangerine Tango, with black and white print for a simple but effective injection of vibrancy. Photo: Lynn Morgan Design
  • For a high-end look, opt for a mix and match approach to prints. Avoid suffering from “pattern anxiety” by using a common colour and varying object sizes. Photo: The Design Files
  • Bring a little bit of fabric wall-art into play. Not only does it fill an empty space, it can also help reduce noise travel. Photo: Michael Graydon
  • Put your feet first and buy a bright rug - not only does it feel great underfoot, it’s the quickest way to reinvent a room and revitalise existing décor. Photo: Ikea
  • Just like a stand-out item of clothing, a statement piece in the home is a must have. Why not take a classic, like this egg chair, and rehash it with a mix of fresh prints. Photo: Bokja Designs

Most of us have committed a home decorating felony - remember when plastic couch covers and a brown feature wall seemed like a good idea?

A timeless way to bring creative flair to your home is by incorporating printed textiles. Whether you’re furnishing a new house from scratch, or looking to give a much-needed facelift to a lacklustre space, you can always rely on textiles to bring that certain je ne sais quoi to a space.

More so than other aspects of interior design, there’s something special about fabrics.  Their colours, patterns, and textures offer unrivalled variety and inspiration. It can be as simple and speedy as buying a throw or a cushion.

Click through our image gallery to see how versatile textile homewares can be.