With springtime comes a feeling of renewal, in addition to a desire to clean, organize and start anew. There’s nothing that is comparable to breathing fresh air and sunshine with beautiful textures and colors all around you, both in nature and the home. Make your creative gears turn, and whip your house into condition for spring. You’ll be blown away how a few simple changes can help refresh you provide you with a whole new outlook.
Refresh Your Space for Spring with these 5 Easy Ways
With warmer days comes more sun, so open those blinds and bask in all the beautiful natural light. Rather then flipping on your lights each morning, pull back the curtains and let sunshine light the way. The easy act of opening your windows will instantly raise your mood. You’ll also save more on your electric bill. Don’t have many windows? Fake it by using large mirrors to reflect light and brighten up your room. Bonus: mirrors also give the illusion of a bigger space, making your home feel brighter, larger and clearer.2. Give your furniture a clean slate
Spring is the perfect time to break out all of your lighter and cooler clothes – and this also applies to furniture. A white, beige or light gray couch is the best landing spot for visitors.Light neutral chairs set the tone, reflect light and keep you from getting too warm. If desired, you can keep these pieces out year-round to invoke springtime memories and stave off wintertime blues when skies are gray. In case you don’t want to commit to white furniture, purchase slipcovers that can be used seasonally and remove once colder temperatures return.
3. Let nature be your guide
Nature comes back alive in the spring, and so should your home. Bring in lightweight natural materials – think wicker, woven baskets, light wood grain and cotton curtains. Keep it airy and light, leaning on nature to inspire you.
Change heavy blankets for summery picnic throws, and pack away heavy, dark decor items in favor of woven baskets paired with colorful or nature-inspired accessories. By adding earthy materials to your house, you invoke nature inside and out for a fresh and renewed feel.
4. Pack some punch with pops of color
Spring is the perfect time to ditch all those moody blacks and grays of winter, and trade them in for something a little cheerier. Oranges, pinks, yellows, purples, blues and greens are typically colors that recall spring and sunshine. Pick your favorite hue from the rainbow and run with it. Try a few peachy throw pillows, springy green candles or periwinkle decorative bowls.
Step out of your comfort zone and try a bold statement, or keep it cool with subtle hints of something you know you love. You’ll be surprised how much your mood lifts when you’re surrounded by a sea of pretty shades.
5. Go green and breathe deep
Adding potted plants, bouquets of flowers and herb gardens to your house is a great way to bring the outdoors in. Not only do they provide beautiful points of interest and improve your mood, in addition, they give off little hits of oxygen – so breathe deep.
Hit up your neighborhood farmer’s market for pretty blooms on the cheap, or grow herbs in windowsill pots. And then for all of those black thumbs out there, faux plants will still give off a fresh green look, but without all the hassle and maintenance.
Whether you’re looking to refresh a number of rooms in your own home or overhaul your whole space, you will find easy steps you are able to take to get your home spring-ready. Get a fresh outlook and refresh your perspective through taking the time to rejuvenate your home and your mindset. From mixing up colors to looking to nature for inspiration, you can completely revitalize your home into a sunny, light and airy space which will be inviting to everyone.