Antiques and heirlooms are beautiful pieces that can fit into any home. Each antique piece has a story, and it's completely unique from anything else you probably have in your space. The official definition issued by the United States Customs Service says antiques are items that are 100 years or older.

Even though antiques are beautiful and interesting pieces you have throughout your home, it might be hard to try to figure out how to actually incorporate them. Here are some simple ways to make them part of your already existing decor, and some of these you probably haven't thought of!

Mix Things Up and Put the Small Things Together
If you have a bunch of antique knick-knacks lying around but don't know what to do with them, feel free to mix them up! Putting different pieces of antiques together might seem a little weird to you. However, it doesn't have to look chaotic. As long as the pieces are arranged in a certain way that they all fit either on a tray or on a shelf, it will be more of a visual mix-n-match than clutter. Don't be afraid to take a brass plant pot or a copper planter and surround it with little antique figurines. There are so many things that you can do that might seem odd at first but actually fit very well.

Don’t Hide Anything
Even though you might be tempted to hide your antique umbrella stands and other home accents, don't! Make your antiques a showing piece. For example, if you have antique china or antique silver goblet home accents, put them in a display case so anyone can see them when they enter your home. This is a really easy way to show off your antiques without having to worry if they fit in your space or not.

Use Them in Your Daily Life
If you have home accent antique pieces like porcelain teapots, don't be afraid to actually use them! Just because they are old and sentimental doesn't mean that you need to stow them away for the rest of their existence. These pieces should be used and celebrated regularly. So, the next time you're having guests over, feel free to serve them tea or coffee using your French porcelain teapot.

Antiques are beautiful pieces of history and home decor that truly allow you to add character and something extra to a room. If you're interested in purchasing some antiques in the future, online antiquing is the perfect way to do it! You can find you really unique pieces that will look awesome in your home without having to leave your couch!