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5 easy ways to refresh your home for spring because we are all more than ready! Today I’m joining Mary Ann, Cindy, and a few friends to bring you loads of simple ways to turn your home over from winter to spring.
1. The first way is to bring in some spring plants
I started forcing forsythia this year in late January, even before it was available at the flower shops. I clipped the long branches and within a few days in the warm house, we started to see little yellow flowers.
A few potted plants like lavender, jasmine, and a few bulbs make everything feel fresh. I made the planter for the jasmine using twigs and a torn piece of canvas. (See it on my Instagram here). On the Saarinen table in the corner banquette, I have a new wicker vase and a few blooming branches. The South Seas Side Cart from Serena & Lily is currently on sale! This is a piece that moves from room to room and we use it on the porch all summer. Perfect for holding spring plants and it’s great for entertaining.
2. Easy DIY St. Patrick’s Day Centerpiece
Make a causal centerpiece using glass jars with shamrock plants and a candle that you can use all spring
I bought two plants from the grocery store and then used everything I had on hand to make two lovely glass jar planters with candles for a simple centerpiece. They have the look of a terrarium with the stones, moss, and plants all within a glass jar, but it’s so easy to make. You only need a few supplies and they will last for weeks with just a mist of water every few days.
2 clear glass cylinder vases or jars with a wide enough opening to accommodate a 4″ potted plant with a little space
small stones, slate pea gravel
2 – 4″ spring plants like Oxalis (watered)
copper or any kind of sturdy, but bendable wire ( I used 18 gauge wire)
How to make the glass jar centerpieces perfect for spring and St. patrick’s day
Get your supplies from the list above organized and spread out a sheet of kraft paper or a brown paper bag to protect your work surface and to keep things clean if you are working indoors. (And since it’s March, that most likely the case).
Mist the moss on both sides with a little water using the spray bottle.
Pour a 1/4 to 1/2″ layer of small stones or slate pea gravel in the bottom of your jar or vase
Carefully wrap plant in the orignal nursery pot with the moss sheeting. You can secure it or just carefully place it into the jar like I did.
Take about 15″ of wire and wrap it around a taper candle leaving about 2″ on each side. These will be the “stakes” that go into the plant to hold the candle in place.
Carefully place the candle into the soil of the plant deep enough to be secure.
3. Change out pillows, throws & rugs to refresh the house for spring
A room filled with plants always feels fresh
I’m not quite ready to store away all the cozy items, but a few new pillow covers in linen makes it feel fresh while still being cozy. We love a hygge home in the spring as much as the winter.
These pillows are from Pottery Barn. The charcoal gray covers are made of Libeco linen and they are quite lovely! The Faye Linen textured pillow covers are on sale!
A new rug in the kitchen, mudroom, or at the front door (inside and out) can make a world of difference especially if you live where you have four seasons. Our entryway rugs can really take a beating during the winter months. A new runner in the kitchen feels fresh too! I have this rug in my living room too! They are so well priced!
4. Nothing says spring more than a pretty bowl of citrus
Nothing says spring like a big bowl of citrus on the counter. When my husband and were first married we lived in Phoenix and we had several fruit trees in our yard. I remember in the springtime waking up to the smell of orange blossoms. I was attending Arizona State University and walking through the campus with the scent of orange blossoms is something I’ll never forget. To this day, I love having a bowl of oranges on the counter or table in the springtime. I love this marble bowl that shows them off so beautifully!
5. Change out your bed sheets for floral for a spring refresh
I love these floral sheets from Anthropologie, but then I remembered that I had some floral sheets. They are so old, but I could never part with them. For years they seem outdated, but now it’s like having a new set of sheets! And just like everything, what was out is in again!
So what will you do to bring in a little spring into your home? Let’s go see what these lovely ladies have done for a little spring refresh at home!
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Mary Ann Pickett says
March 10, 2022 at 9:57 am
Everything looks so fresh and sparkling! I love that you use that little cart inside and out. Those Libeco linen pillow covers are great. You set the prettiest tables!
Thanks for organizing this, Annie!
March 10, 2022 at 9:58 am
Oh my gosh Annie you are unbelievable! What a great idea to use those jars for a lovely Spring centerpiece! I love Spring branches, and it is amazing how long they last! You always inspire me with your creativity. You are amazing.
debra @ 5th and state says
March 10, 2022 at 11:09 am
Clever you Annie, those jars are brilliant!
When I was little my Grandmother use to change out pillows, and her draperies for Spring.
thank you for always inspiring us
PS, your comparison on my shop vs English market is the highest compliment xo
March 10, 2022 at 12:23 pm
Annie so many fun ideas here. I will look for that same plant when I go to the market. I would love to try these cute votives. Love the pillows too and I am ordering the textured one! Aren’t the floral sheets lovely from Anthro? Everyone last week said they want them! I would have ordered them too, but they didn’t have my Cal King size. Even better though to find something you already had and forgotten about for a bit! Always love your whole home and what you do. Thank you for asking me to join you talented bunch. I feel lucky to be included. xo Kim
March 10, 2022 at 12:26 pm
Annie what color are your Pottery Barn linen pillows? Are they the flax color? Love them.
Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles says
March 10, 2022 at 1:53 pm
Every Spring when they pop out I always wish I had a Forsythia bush in my yard. Your shamrock candle terrariums are adorable, what a clever idea! Thanks so much for inviting me to join the party today!
March 10, 2022 at 10:36 pm
I love the shamrock floral arrangements. You always have such great ideas that can come from simple sources. Thank you. I enjoy creating seasonal decor from things on hand, or easily purchased at local sources.
March 11, 2022 at 8:09 am
It looks beautiful! I am not one for keeping plants alive, I over love them with too much water. But I do love the look of fresh plants in the table and have been inspired to try this. Have a wonderful weekend.