Interior design is leaning towards more personalized, homey touches, and this trend is no exception. Here's how to update your space with a creative upgrade.

Moreover, reusing leftover tile is a great way to create unique decor. Many tiles come with stylish designs, but you can also hand-paint the tiles to customize them or hide blemishes.

Tile, hand-painted with graphic, often figurative motifs, is a relatively easy way to amp up a variety of surfaces, taking the place of heavy, expensive stone or even a large artwork.

Decorative tiles can also go on easels to accent bookshelves and other areas. “You can break up the books with interesting things,” says Eisenhardt who often features women in her tiles.