It’s a new year, and with it came the call for a little shake up in your home decor. I am personally big on DIY home design projects, and I have compiled a few of my favorites for 2017.1. Floating LeavesIf you want a little piece of nature into your home, how about going for floating leaves?This easy DIY home design project involves making use of old clear jars. Fill them up with water and lay the leaves in the jars to create unique displays of art.2. Plant DrapesWant something different as a window treatment choice? Go for ‘plant drapes.’Creating ‘plant drapes’ involves getting rid of your good old drapes and filling up your window space with assortments of plants. Not only does this open up the room to natural light, but it is a creative way to purify rooms as well as dress up your windows.3. Reclaimed Crate FurnitureNow you can make your furniture using items you already have at home. If you have old crates lying around, you can transform them into exquisitely tasteful pieces of furniture.You have probably seen some home design furniture pieces made out of crates including coffee tables, seats, and beds as well. Create your furniture using crates depending on your particular needs.4. Smart Clever Cover-Up BoardWho doesn’t have dishes piled up in the sink now and then? Worse still is trying to hide the mess in your oven when company drops by. You can creatively hide up the mess using a smart cover-up board.Creating the board involves making use of an old cutting board or any sizeable plastic board that you no longer use. Personalize it as you please, and make sure it fits over your sink to offer timely rescue when needed.5. Jungle in your BathroomLove the forest; then why not take it to your bathroom?Most of us don’t often know how to dress up our bathrooms. If you love everything to do with plants like I am, you can create a jungle in your bathroom.Starting a mini garden in your bathroom is a bit out there, but with the humidity and a window to let in light those plants will thrive beautifully.There you have it; with my five quick and easy home design tips you will be able to transform your home for 2017 easily.