First day of spring, and it’s been snowing here in Maryland for 6 hours. Hopefully this is the last hurrah for winter. This year, I am determined to have some sort of little container garden on my front porch, so I’ve been collecting some inspiration.
We don’t have space or a roof for a swinging sofa, but how awesome would that be?
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I love more “wild” looking containers.
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I really like pots cascading down the stairs…just not the green orbs.
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This Poppy Pod Sculpture is elegant and a great way to add a pop of gold into your decor.
I keep telling myself it won’t be much longer until spring! With a week’s worth of snow on it’s way I might be dreaming but at this point I am hanging on to my dreams. I’m trying to decide what I’d like to do with my curb appeal this year and I’m thinking simple might be the way to go:
Spring is the time for cleaning out our homes and bringing in new fresh design. It’s all the season of yard sales, festivals, and fairs which can bring some seriously great finds for your home! Here are a few ideas of what you can do with those industrial style finds:
I love the industrial style shelving here, even if you can only find the pipes there are plenty of tutorials on how to create your own shelving with them!
My favorite part of decorating the house is bringing in small personal touches that make me smile each time I look at them, or showing off a collection I’ve grown over time. A great place to do that is the mantel, because nothing is permanent! You can change out a mantel like you would a shelf and make it the centerpiece of a room.
Here are some great ideas to welcome spring via your mantel:
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If you are really open for change, painting your mantel and fireplace surround in a warm white is a great way to brighten it up for spring. Just make sure you are really committed if your surround is brick, as stripping paint off of brick is pretty darn tedious.
Loving this very clean and simple mantle with the white and gold accents.
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You can’t go wrong with a quote. Make it something you want to remember each day or your latest mantra! Got a cool set of pottery or ceramics? Showcase it on your mantle.
Adding a chic mirror above your mantle is a great way to make the most of precious natural light and makes a stunning focal point. The coral on the mantle is also a nice homage to summer. I always like to decorate with natural objects whenever possible.’
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Use your mantle as a revolving art gallery. I have way too many prints and little pieces of art from my travels to have all hanging at the same time, so I rotate them every few months. The mantel is a great place to do that.
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We are officially four days into spring, and even though we’ve barely felt the warm temperatures around here, I can’t help but daydream of what I would love to be doing to our outdoor space! We moved into our home last year mid summer and didn’t really get a chance to enjoy spring. Here’s some inspiration I’ve found that I’d love to incorporate in my outdoor area:
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I like the idea of having some of outdoor space covered for really hot days so I can still enjoy the outdoors in the shade!
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Although we aren’t near the beach, I love the driftwood used as decor, and the big throw pillows for a homey feel. And check out that giant clamshell planter!
The huge potted plants are stunning in this space. It makes a great sense of privacy for the table and chairs while also being beautiful.
This space doesn’t need a lot of words, that outdoor kitchen…dreamy
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Love the container gardens…I just wish I had the luck to keep them alive.
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I really like outdoor spaces that feel like the indoors. This space is like an outdoor living room.
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There’s something about large outdoor curtains that scream luxury to me! The bring a little of the indoor out, great for privacy, and creating shade when you need it.
What plans do you have for your outdoor space this season?
While I’m transitioning my house from winter to spring, I keep seeing all these fun prints I want to incorporate in my home decor. Here’s a few that have caught my eye:
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I love the look of these chairs. Between the studs and pattern only being on the back side. It give sit a glamorous yet fun look to it.
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The entryway is a great place to try a little pattern because there isn’t a lot of space to be overwhelmed. It also creates impact right from the start since it’s usually the first area of your home someone sees.
As we struggle to make it through this long winter and prepare for spring to come, bringing some plants into your home may be just what you need!
I don’t know if this little lotus is easy to grow – but how gorgeous is that?
The biggest issue in my home is not having the windowsill space for plants that need sun, so be sure to do a bit of research so you know what will work best in your environment.
