A cozy home does not have to be Pinterest-worthy with the latest trendy décor and carefully curated aesthetic. The goal of home decorating should be to bring you joy and serve as a reflection of your hobbies, interests, and sense of style.

Display your talents. Are you an aspiring artist? Hang a canvas print featuring your best work in a prominent place in your home. Do you crochet colorful blankets? Use one as a throw on your sofa or bed. Do you love gardening? Bring the garden inside and show off your green thumb with cascading houseplants in your windows.

Display your tools. What tools do you have that support your hobbies? Often, those tools can be repurposed into interesting design elements. Consider mounting a fishing rod on the wall as a design piece or arranging colorful sketch pencils in a cup to brighten up an end table.

Display your collections. Do you collect books, baseball cards, or designer handbags? Show them off on a nice bookcase or floating shelf to give a room more character.

Don’t be afraid to think outside the box and try something new! Create a comfortable space that is meaningful to you and remember—your opinion of your home’s décor is the only one that matters!