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Ah…Spring! It’s a season for new beginnings. Trees sprout new leaves, flowers start to bloom, the air feels fresh and the sun shines a bit brighter. We’ve made it through another winter - whew! With that comes the inevitable desire to freshen up our homes. To make them light and bright - just like spring. Here are five simple ways to refresh your space that are easy and inexpensive and will bring your home from winter drab to spring fresh! 1. Switch your drapes or curtains If you live in an older home it’s not unusual to hang heavier drapes for winter to help keep the house warm. Or you may have brocade, embroidered satin or velvet drapes that work well for fall and winter decor. Think about swapping them out for something lighter. Linens, cotton and cotton blend panels are a perfect choice. If you have a lot of solid color furniture, choose curtains that have a pattern. It’s an easy way to complement your existing pieces and add contrast - which is so important in decorating a space. 2. Accent Pillows and Throws Pillows are one of the least expensive and easy ways to change the look of a room. Switching out heavy fabric pillows for ones made of lighter fabrics can make a big difference in your space. Use your existing inserts and cover them in new pillow covers. The same theory applies to throws. Swap out heavy knit or woven throws for lighter, pashmina style throws. You will be amazed at the difference! 3 Area Rugs It’s a good idea to have your area rugs professionally cleaned after winter. If you use darker color area rugs for winter, try bringing in some lighter, patterned or natural textured rugs that will take you into spring and summer. Remember to get a new welcome mat for your front door. Welcome Spring! 4. Low or No Cost Decorating One of the things I love to do is shop in my own home. Switching accent chairs, side tables, coffee tables, console tables, mirrors and artwork to different rooms can make rooms look brand new. Most of us tend to put up art work or photos and leave them there forever. A great way to update your space is to move art work from around your home into different spaces. The piece will look new again and you might even notice something in the art you never noticed before. If you have family photos in frames scattered throughout the house, why not create a family photo gallery wall? Use similar frame types (metal, wood) or frame colors to unify the gallery. You’ll love the installation and it will have major impact in the space. 5. Refresh Your Bedroom Don’t forget to freshen up your bedroom. A lightweight quilt or blanket, lighter color bedding, new sleeping pillows, accent pillows and curtain panels will lift your spirits and encourage restful sleep. Liz Loves… Here are some pieces I love that will inspire you to have fun freshening up your home for Spring. Enjoy! ~Liz~ I love this ticking stripe curtain with tassels and hooks from PotteryBarn.com. It evokes a beach-y nautical feel without being literal. They will immediately make your space feel fresh and springy! Don’t forget the matching rods to complete the look. These herringbone patterned cotton curtains from CrateandBarrel.com offer a tailored feel in a neutral, lightweight fabric. The cool part is that the curtains can hang in several different ways: through the rod pocket, by the tabs or with rings through the tabs. For a really inexpensive and quick update, try these linen blend curtain panels from Target.com. They are available in pretty Spring-like colors and will instantly make your home feel fresh and hip. Add a bit of luxe and texture with these UrbanOuftitters.com faux fur throw pillows in yummy sherbet colors! You’ll bring in spring with a glam, feminine and ultra cool vibe! Have fun by scattering several colors on your furniture. These comfy chevron, striped, and woven textured pillows from Pier1.com are perfect for an industrial/rustic modern space. As an added bonus, they are suitable for indoor and outdoor use. How pretty are these pillows? Hand block-printed exclusively for RoomandBoard.com, these gorgeous floral print pillows instantly elevate any space. Crisp, clean, white linen. Nothing says Spring more. Cover your sofa, chair or yourself with this soft, lightweight simple linen throw in pure white from CB2.com. Pure luxe with cotton tassels on all four sides. Liz Johnson Design Studio
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K Mallory
4/29/2019 01:36:48 pm
Thanks for the Fantastic ideas for Spring!
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Joan Grangenois-Thomas
4/29/2019 02:17:15 pm
I think I'll follow your advice. My living room is so dark, mainly because of the sofa. I can't change that now, but I can certainly follow the other tips. Thanks!
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Shantey
4/30/2019 10:05:08 am
Great ideas that won’t break the bank! Thanks!
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Lisa Hensiek
4/30/2019 10:32:43 am
Love the inspiration! I have been thinking of switching out my curtains so thank you for the push to get that done. Makes a world of difference in my family room.
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Lorraine Labonne-Storch
5/2/2019 02:31:26 am
Thanks Liz, these are great ideas! Decorating doesn't have to be a huge undertaking. I can do this.
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5/2/2019 03:05:45 am
Yes on accent pillows. I’ve been too conservative regarding color and texture. I definitely will Prince it up—“Let’s Go Crazy!”
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F. January
5/5/2019 03:34:47 am
These small changes are really impactful! It helped me to change the mood of the room to bright and refreshing! Thank you.
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Liz
5/5/2019 11:22:01 am
I am so happy the suggestions made an impact in your room! Thank you for trying them and letting me know!
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