Bring in the Spring!
Spring is full of promise. With just a few warm, sunny days in April, everything in nature starts to look brighter, cheerier, and cleaner.What a great time to think about perking up your home too!
Giving your home a spring refresh can be simple and accessible on any budget. Little changes that fit your lifestyle can significantly impact how much you love your spaces. If you’ve had it up to here with winter’s cozy vibe, here are five easy ways to lighten up your decor this season:
Tip #1 Switch out the fabrics and colors of your small accessories and create a new mood!
- Replace that plaid fleece blanket you’ve snuggled up with through the cold months with a cotton throw in a softer color.
- Consider new lamp shades with organic textures.
- Transform your sofa, no matter its style, with new accent pillows. Vary the shapes, fabrics, and textures. Pick a new accent color you've never tried before.
Tip #2 Survey your blinds and drapery! Do they reflect your current style? Are they dusty? Is any of the hardware broken? Do they let the light in to brighten your spaces? Do they hide or highlight your windows and the landscape outside? There are many options to update your window treatments for both function and beauty.
Tip #3 Say "see you next year" to your flannel and down, and remake your bed with a lighter comforter, muslin coverlet, and crisp white sheets. Perfect for comfortable sleeping through the range of spring temperatures.
Tip #4 Get a handle on things! New hardware can feel like a mini renovation. Whether on kitchen cabinets, bathroom fixtures, or even doorknobs and hinges, switching the finish and shape of your pulls can change the look and feel of the room. It's a low-commitment way to try something on the trendier side, dress up a more casual room, or express your unique style.
Tip #5 To “air” is human… so let the spring breezes circulate through your home after many months of being sealed uptight. Wipe out your windowsills and shake out your rugs. And while you’re at it, think about your stuff. Room by room, for just a few minutes at a time, consider the items you really love and use. Dust them off and put them on display or at the front of the shelf. Throw away or recycle what’s broken. Donate what’s fallen out of favor or just takes up too much space.
Do you need help mapping out your “small changes that make a big difference”? Contact me at (203) 220-9137. I offer everything from a couple of hours of ideas and advice to a complete strategic plan. Let the spring updates begin!
