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As much as you’re itching to try some peel-and-stick wallpaper, you’re quite attached to your security deposit.

Any place where you rest your head deserves a little dash of your personality, even if you're just in for a year's lease. It *is* possible to make a place feel like your own by decorating in a landlord-friendly way, and I've gathered lots of those ideas from years of personal experience. From a colorful bulb that'll add some whimsy to a room you can't paint, to a mini art gallery for your fridge, you're about to love your home even more!

Promising review: "Where do I start? I absolutely LOVE this product. I wanted to replace our bathroom mirror, but due to the size, it would have cost a lot! I came across this on Amazon and decided to give it a try. The application process was super easy and applied without bubbles as long as you go slow and rub it down as you go. I kid you not. It looks like wood and feels like it, too! You can feel and see the 'wood grain.' It’s absolutely stunning and looks like I bought a whole new mirror." —Taylor

Get it from Amazon for $6.59+ (available in two sizes).

The top layer is made of absorbent PU leather, so you can simply rinse or wipe it clean! It also has an anti-skid rubber backing to prevent sliding.

Promising reviews: "I like that I can wipe this mat with a wet cloth. It’s water resistant, durable, and pretty!" —Miss Dee

"I was a little concerned about how things would dry on this mat since it isn't fabric, but everything seems to dry really well – and it is just so pretty a thing to have on my counter! Can't beat the price either." —Nana M.

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three sizes and six colors/styles).

Promising review: "These are so cute and very easy to set up. I have my hairclips and scrunchies in them. I love that they are stackable, so they don't take up too much space. They're about the same size as my hand, so they're relatively small. They're good for storing little things like mini hand lotions and hand sanitizer. If you're thinking about getting them, I highly recommend them!" —Dog_Mom

Get a pack of six from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in two other sizes and six colors). 

Promising review: "My sister is a librarian, and I just thought this would be such a cute flower vase for her house. She loved it." —dawn gadless

Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in four designs).

Sorfey Store is a small biz specializing in furniture and accessories. 

Promising review: "Very pleased with the quality. The fabric is not flimsy like some vinyl tablecloths. The 30-inch fit my 28-inch bistro table." —Bev T

Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in six sizes and seven colors).

Psst, my colleague Jenae Sitzes is a gamer and loooooves Pokémon Pokopia.

Promising review: "These were a gift for my son who loves video games. They add a nice style to his room, and they are very comfortable. They fit the throw pillows perfectly." —Jennifer Duarte

Promising review: "Very good quality liner. I love the daisy print and it is a good thickness. Super easy to cut (I used a box cutter). Definitely recommend!" —Karen

Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in 10 sizes and 18 patterns). 

Promising review: "I was so in awe of how beautiful this is!! My toddler loves it, said it was 'amazing!' lol. It’s much heavier and it's better quality than what I expected." —Nikki

Promising review: "Cute picture frames. Small and useful for placing on the fridge or elsewhere. Magnetic, easy to assemble." —Wilson

Promising review: "This thing is so soft and so pretty, and the color is so rich! I thought I'd be throwing it off the bed like, well, a throw pillow (I just got why they're called that), but I end up essentially snuggling it like a stuffed animal because it's so comfortable. It adds the right amount of '60s/'70s campy hotel kitsch to my room." —Ashley Diamond

Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in two sizes and nine colors).

Promising review: "These pleated short curtains are the perfect touch for my kitchen! They add just the right amount of charm and elegance while letting in natural light. The pleats give them a polished, tailored look, and the quality of the fabric is fantastic — lightweight yet durable." —Liza

Get two panels from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in eight sizes and 10 colors). 

Promising review: "I love these bulbs. They make any room all warm and cozy. Also a fantastic night-light for the little ones. :) Get you some!" —Amazon Customer

Get them from Amazon for $18.76+ (available in three styles).

Promising review: "I love these. I use them in my pottery studio to have something cute decorating the space (I have three), but then I can move them around to work as task lighting over the pieces I am working on. They are so great!" —Leysia

Promising review: "I've had the ugly plate-style candle warmers before and they don't even come close to this one. This one gives off the nicest glow, and the different styles are so pretty. I love that it has a timer feature and I feel much safer having this instead of lit candles. This would make a great gift for anyone. I will definitely be buying more for other rooms." —Catherine Vorce

Get it from Amazon for $23.97+ (available in 10 styles; check out a whimsical flower option!)

Promising review: "I wanted to add some interesting pots to my indoor collection to break up all the terracotta. This pot is really cute with the polka-dot cats and has a subtle crackle glaze effect on the pottery. Drainage hole is a good size. It would have been nice to get a matching saucer, but I’ve got plenty that don’t match. Price was fine for the quality. Would make a nice gift." —TK

Get it from Amazon for $20.99 (available in four styles).

Promising review: "Nice frames..nice for documenting my grandson's journey through life from his lil' pumpkin outfit at 9 months–16 years old..nice gift .solid quality." —Elizabeth L.

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two frame sizes and four colors).

It's put together and sold by Eucalyptus Blooms, a small woman-owned shop based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Read more about aromatherapy and stress and tension at Johns Hopkins.

Promising review: "Exceeded my expectations!!! I received my bundle quickly and it was packaged well. Very fragrant and I appreciated the hook that was included with the bundle to hang it right in my shower. I am definitely enjoying the aroma of eucalyptus as I shower." —Mcjunkinst

Get it from Eucalyptus Blooms for $11.99+ (available in four sizes).

Promising review: "I ordered these just to determine if we really needed under cabinet lighting. I really wasn't expecting much because of the price. It is very easy to install, with five levels of brightness with the included remote control, timers for on and off, and a manual on/off switch in the connecting wiring if you don't use the remote. Standard 2025 button battery for the remote. I really don't know how they can be sold for the price I paid. Also received in two days. The photo was taken in a very dark kitchen. Updated: I ordered two more packages to finish the lighting required. The electrical plug is much better since it does not stick out from the wall so far. Very pleased with these units." —Anthony E Spearman

Get three 12-inch lights from Amazon for $13.59.

Promising review: "Great light strip. The motion sensor has a good range and then controls for time on and brightness are wonderful. The 3M tape on the back could be stronger, but for the price and motion sensor it is a great buy. Also we have this plugged into a smart outlet so that it only turns on during certain hours of the day. That plus the feature that is there is enough ambient light, the motion sensor doesn't trigger makes this on par with systems that are far more expensive. Works great with Google home as well because of the linked smart plug. Very happy with the purchase. Would be 4.5 stars just because of the tape not being sticky enough, but they do provide a second roll in the box, which helps." —AC

One reviewer was able to dye the tassels to match a costume, so that's a possibility to match your vision!

Promising review: "These tassels are very nice. So nice that I immediately purchased another pair. They are made of a silky yarn that is very soft to the touch. The ratio of red to gold is well-balanced, giving it an elegant and sophisticated look. They're not too heavy, but the perfect weight to hang without easily moving around. I would say the price is very reasonable. I did say I purchased a second pair! I think they'll last for a long time." —Amazon Customer

Get two from Amazon for $12.96 (available in 11 colors).

If these are too pricey, there are lots of smaller, similar tassels for cheaper on Amazon. 

I've used these for most of my wall art, and when you (as the reviewer mentions) wait for the Command strip to adhere to the wall per the directions, it really can hold! Also, make sure to follow the directions on *where* to place the strips when it comes to whatever you're hanging up, because that matters a lot too. Like with all wall art installation, I rec using a level to make sure your art is even, because unlike with a nail, it's harder to tilt and adjust once the strip is in place. 

Promising review: "Used these to hang a ton of pictures in our new mountain retreat. These worked great. Used them for both heavy and lighter photos. A little pricier than a nail, but I love the ease of removal, and it makes it easier to get them hung level. We followed the instructions and waited 24 hours to put the pictures up." —AmazonUtah

This kit comes with separate-to-apply elements, so it'll work on a variety of window dimensions. If this isn't quite your style, there are lots of other stained glass window decals and window cling styles.

Promising review: "These stained glass decals worked great on the fireplace windows in my early 1900s bungalow. If you get up close, or look at them from the outside, it's pretty obvious they aren't real, but you'd have to be looking really closely. Don't forget to buy one package of caming lines for each set of decals, you'll need it. If you're someone who gets stressed about applying sticky things, or making things straight, don't worry too much about it. I am really bad at that stuff typically and I found it really easy. Wash your windows first, measure so you have a rough idea of where to put the center decal, and keep some scissors on hand to cut the caming. It's easy and so cool! Our house already has a lot of 'old house charm' so these fit in perfectly." —Linds

Promising review: "I have a weird skinny window in my house where no normal window covering works. People walking on our community trail can see up into our upstairs bathroom when the light is on and it's dark outside. Not a good plan at all. So I used this window film and cut different-size circles and placed then on this window to interrupt the view into the house. Worked perfectly! Very easy to use." —Marsgard

Get it from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in six sizes).

Promising review: "Great product! I wanted to upscale my cabinet and hide the items stored in it, and this was the perfect solution. It comes with everything you need to install i,t and it's a breeze to install. Light comes through beautifully, and I love that it has texture, which makes it look amazing. No hassle whatsoever. Great buy." —Wilmalie

And if this colorful design isn't your thing, there are seemingly endless design options for similar window film on Amazon! 

Golden Fordged is a Huntsville, Alabama–based shop specializing in home and office organization products.

Promising review: "I love this little thing so much! I wanted to optimize the space in our tiny bathroom when I remodeled it this month. It’s sturdy and does exactly what it’s supposed to do." —sarahlynnewalters

Get it from Golden Forged on Etsy for $19.99 (available in nine colors).

Promising review: "Easy to install. Lights provide ample lighting; USB allows lights to be a standalone fixture without tying up another wall socket. The USB interface also acts to turn the lights on and off with the TV. Backlighting also seems to make the screen seem sharper." —Shaun

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL).

Promising review: "I purchased these after I saw them in a viral TikTok video, and they did not disappoint! Every single one of the candles works perfectly and the flame flickers just like a real candle. They were really easy to put up into the ceiling because they were already strong with the fishing line. I just used clear thumbtacks and wrapped the line around it and hung it to the ceiling. The wand is so cool and works perfectly well for turning on and off the lights. I definitely would purchase more to add a little bit more magic throughout the house! Absolutely worth it!" —Korg

Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $19.99 (available in six varieties). 

Promising review: "I bought one set and loved them so much I bought two more sets. They're the most realistic looking fake candles I've bought so far. The 'flame' up close obviously doesn't look real but from afar with the flicker setting on, you almost can't tell these aren't real. They also put out a decent amount of light for being fake. Gives my living room a very cozy feel which is what I wanted. Remote works great as well." —suckerforcats 

Get a set of three from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in five styles). 

Promising review: "These are absolutely gorgeous. Just fluff them a bit like you would a regular flower and they look great. They come with the stem folded in half and bundled so you can adjust the length, but since I was using an opaque vase, I just kept them that way. They are perfect fullness for an average bouquet. I haven’t had any issues with any of them falling off. As a pet owner, I found that this was a great solution to bring some life into my living space without worrying about them becoming a pet snack." —Nay

Get them from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in 28 colors)

And if peonies aren't your thing, there are lots of quite convincing faux flowers on Amazon!

Playful Printing is a shop specializing in plant-like practical home accessories. 

Promising review: "These are awesome! They just need a little warming up, but then they're good to go!" —K D

Get it from Playful Printing on Etsy for $6+ (available in four colors and several plant types).

Promising review (for the lighted curtains): "I've bought these lights four separate times for several apartments and homes. They are one of my favorite lights, they are always beautiful and provide a lot of atmosphere for the house. Have them in the living room and the bedroom!" —Blonde

Get them from Amazon: 300-LED light curtain for $14.99 and sheer curtains for $9.99+ (available in several colors and lengths)

And if you're looking for something slightly different check out these string lights with photo clips.

Promising review: "This tissue box cover is stylish and fits perfectly. It's easy to remove and replace, and great for disguising tissue cardboard boxes. The texture adds a nice touch and is a good addition to any bedroom decor." —Cathy

Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in 13 colors).

Promising review: "Before and after putting it on. I couldn’t be happier. This chair has been through and lot and I just wasn’t ready to pry with it. The cover was easy to put in and so soft." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in 10 sizes and 21 solid colors).

KnotMaille is a Rockford, Illinois–based Etsy shop. 

Promising review: "I absolutely love these! A little fun detail to add to your bathroom to make you smile." —keimerica20

Get a 12-pack from KnotMaille on Etsy for $14.99+ (available in a color mix or several colors).

Promising review: "I bought this particular curtain in the smaller closet style size, as well as the full shower curtain size. I have an open doorway closet in my bathroom that I’ve been looking to cover, and it looks great having both curtains match. Color is just as it appears online, and perfect length. Great value and quality for cost." —Devaan Covis

Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in 10 colors).

I, for one, follow the Miss Manners rule of blackening a candle wick, even if it's just for display. But to each their own! Btw, these are unscented so they won't compete with any lovely household smells. 

Promising review: "Love the different shades of blue. They were a perfect addition to my event." —Skylia bowen

Get a four-pack from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in seven color combos).

GS Print Shoppe is a San Francisco–based, woman-owned biz you've likely seen on TikTok that specializes in wall art, both download-and-print, and printed-and-shipped offerings.  

Promising review: "I love it sm!! What’s best about this poster placement is it’ll be my background for meetings :)" —natalie collins

Download it from GS Print Shoppe on Etsy for $5.31 (upon download, you'll receive five 300 dpi JPEGs for each design; also available in a horizontal version and a similar physical poster).

Promising review: "Pricey but worth it! My patio cushion covers would have cost a fortune to replace, given their unique shape. This is the ONLY fabric spray that has EVER held true to its promise of preserving the fabric’s original soft texture. Shake Suddenly Sapphire well, it will need at least three coats for an even application because it comes out very fine. Example: I needed one whole can for the first coat on the tops and sides of two cushions. At $14 a can, it can get up there, but it’s still better than replacing cushions!" —Juanita

Get it from The Home Depot for $9.98 (available in seven colors).

Promising review: "Good quality item, matches with my bedroom decor and curtains. I love the color and each magmatic clasp. I’m ordering another set of two." —Victoria

Get two from Amazon for $8.54+ (available in five colors and three quantities).

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Elizabeth Lilly is a deputy editorial director with more than a decade of lifestyle journalism spanning a range of subjects under her (tool) belt that includes four and a half years at a home improvement magazine. 

Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.