Even though it’s still cold and yucky outside, I thought it might help to bring a touch of what’s to come to the inside. I’d like to share some of my decorating ideas for spring in preparation for blue skies, warm weather, chirping birds. I am so ready!
I already showed you the dining room and antique chest. Next is the sofa which sits smack dab in the middle of my living room. I brought in some lighter, neutral pillow covers. The pieced grain sack covers bring in a bit of blue, which just says spring to me.
Yellow ticking…
and yellow stripes mix things up a little. I’m usually a match-my-pillows kind of girl but in this case I think it works. Definitely unexpected and not my usual look.
One of my favorite ways to welcome a new season is adding accessories that tell a story. A birds nest with eggs along with a trio of little blue birds. An Easter basket with colored eggs…and fresh flowers. I had to settle for grocery store flowers but I didn’t even mind. They brought my tired room to life.
A little silver pedestal topped with the nest added a little something shiny.
The vintage oval tray was my mother-in-law’s. It sat in her dining room on the bottom of a tea cart. I’ve lost track of what happened to the tea cart but I’m glad I have the tray. I’ve thought, many times, about painting it. Somehow I just can’t do it. It adds a subtle layer even though it blends in with the coffee table. Chances are it won’t be meeting a paint brush…but I have definitely learned to never say never!
As usual, Kelly was lurking about while I was taking pictures. I was having issues (shocker) with lighting and my tripod. I wasn’t paying attention and realized when I was editing that she found her way into a picture.
I laughed out loud when I saw this. Perfect isn’t it?
If you aren’t already on over-load, check out my spring and Easter decorating ideas from last year. I’ve updated the post and added sources. Wishing you a happy Friday and a lovely weekend. See you next week!
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The yellow stripes are my favorite…well, next to Kelly! :) What a fresh and cheery room! The baskets, the eggs..and, of course, the ironstone filled with flowers….I’d smile every time I saw it! xo
Love all the blue and yellow and the cute spring accessories. It certainly is looking like spring in your home.
You had me with the nest. ;) Idk why…but I have been crazy about cute little nests this year. Wonderfully wonderful…on top of a bit of shine. :) k.
Ann your pictures are absolutely beautiful!! I love the yellow and blue color combo you added for spring and I love that pretty tray!
You can’t EVER go wrong with blue and yellow! Lovely pics! Kelly is perfect in that pic!
Very pretty, Ann! Love that basket and your nest on the silver pedestal. Your tray is a perfect base.
Those pillows are gorgeous Ann, and so is your spring vignette.Love seeing Kelly she makes the picture even sweeter.
I love seeing Kelly pop up in your shots! The grainsack pillows are perfect for spring and the tray…love it as is. Love your gentle decor style. Now, c’mon spring!!
Love the changes for spring and Kelly’s photo bomb is adorable!
Spring looks beautiful at your house Ann. I love your pillows!
Oh! I’ve got to get a freshen going. Hmmm, hopefully some time this weekend.
That picture of Kelly is hysterical. it looks like the Vignette was styled around her…how funny. I love your pillows-they are just gorgeous-you do a wonderful job with your sewing and the way you put things together. I hope you have a wonderful weekend, Ann- xo Diana
Love the pic of the dog and your Spring look is beautiful. I really like the creative way you made your grain sack pillows. Love how the different pieces were used:) Makes them one of a kind!
Very pretty Ann. Everything looks fresh, clean and well like Spring! Very lovely.
Your living room looks very pretty Ann. I love the blue stripe on the pillows along with the yellow ones. The vine basket on the table is sweet and of course Kelly just adds to the whole look for cuteness. Enjoy your weekend. Pam
I love Kelly. I think she is the cutest dog. That’s a good one of her, too.
Is there anything more happy than yellow? Love it and your adorable little dog!
LOVE the pedestal and nest, but the last photo is definitely my favorite! Have a great weekend :)
Your living room looks so light and airy,,, definitely ready for Spring. I adore your pillows. And I like the nest perched on top of the server. I think its fun that Kelly made it into the photo. So cute.
Have a wonderful weekend!
looks so pretty ann-clean and crisp!
Lovely spring changes!!
I have always loved yellow and blue together and wish I could have that in my ome. So very uplifting and yet calming. You should send the photo of the Kelly to the Ellen Show. She does a segment on pets that photo bomb!
Your home always looks so fresh and pretty and bright! Love the pillows you used together on the sofa.
Mary Alice
Beautiful, and I do love the picture with your sweet fur baby! Your home looks so inviting.
Debbie :)
Your room looks lovely with yellow and blue accents. I especially love that tray from your MIL…so vintage, and it’s perfect with the nest, birds and silver. Kelly is quite a cutie too. Enjoy your weekend Anne! ;)
Wow! Your living room looks perfectly ready for spring. Love, love the pillows. The room is so light and cheery! I could easily sit in this room for hours reading. Thanks alot for sharing, great job!
Love that Kelly got in the pics! Your pillows are beautiful…I especially love the yellow ticking fabric. Thanks for sharing a touch of spring.
xo
Pat
Love it all—so fresh!
May I ask where you found the ticking fabric? I’ve been wanting to add some ticking pillows to my bedroom redo. Thanks!
Oh my goodness, I LOVE those pillows on the couch. What a great combination of colors and style!!! Very happy colors!
I think your home has a natural “Spring” like look to it year round. The bright yellow and white colorscheme mixed with the pops of blue keep it fresh and crisp. Your new vignette on the coffee table looks so pretty. The picture of your doggie on the sofa just adds icing to the cake too! She is so cute.
Ann, I have always loved the combination of yellow and blue and you have done it so beautifully! Kelly is putting her stamp of approval on the new pillow arrangement! So cute! I would not paint your MIL’s tray, either! Some things are not meant to be messed with! I have a quilt top that my grandmother pieced together. It is yellow and blue and would look gorgeous in your room. I used to have a whole room decorated around it, but now it is in storage. Your beautiful room reminds me that I should get it out again. Have a great weekend!
Wonderful Spring decor ideas, if we can’t have it outside, then inside will have to do, eh? I love that Kelly got into that last shot, Kelly is beautiful! You create such beauty, my friend.
Hugs, Cindy
So lovely Ann! I love how those pieced grain sack pillows look on your couch :)
Your living room always looks so pretty and now it looks like a breath of fresh Spring air! So pretty! I love your newest pillows.
Such a beautiful home & I am a little envious of your decorating skills! It just FELT like spring looking through your colorful & bright pictures. Thanks for sharing such inspiration. Pinned :)
Your home looks so cozy, crisp and inviting, I love your pillows! Where did you get the yellow ticking? Also, a while back you posted about your lovely couch, could you please post that information again? Thank you for your ideas and inspiration. New follower ~ No blog yet, Linda
What a cozy, cheery room! The picture of your dog is a plus!
Your living room looks so pretty, Ann! I love the yellow striped throw pillows.
So nice and clean. I love it. Pinning now!
Looks like Kelly is sitting on the tray! Love it.
Your sofa looks lovely Ann. I think your grain sack pillow creations are so beautiful. Love your tablescape. The little basket and nest are so pretty.
hugs
Sissie
Your living room looks so lovely, pretty touches of spring on the beautiful tray! Pretty!
This whole vignette is so bright and beautiful! I am in love! Just shared on twitter. :)
Everything is perfect, Ann! You didn’t miss a detail…right down to the rug!
Seriously, when my eyes first gazed upon your first photo I actually sighed in a really good kind of way. It speaks Spring in a joyful refreshing way. I think you need to invite me over for tea so I can enjoy your pretty room with you and we can get to know each other.
Blessings and wishes for an Extraordinary week!
Beautiful! I am sure getting tired of the snow and am really looking forward to spring!
I’m here from Fox Hollow Cottage. I just pinned your pic of the nest and single bird. So very lovely!
Hi Ann! Oh, little Kelly is stealing the show! I have a little mini Schnauzer too and they are just hoots, aren’t they? Your living room is truly beautiful and the light shining in is gorgeous. Love your arrangement on your coffee table and just everything else.
Have a wonderful week and be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Love the nest, love the color — so springy!
Bright and Cheery! :)
Your spring living room is just beautiful! I love the pillows and all the light colors. The little decorative touches too! I’m visiting from Keeping it Cozy. What a great giveaway! You have a beautiful Etsy shop as well. Have a lovely day! ~ Jamie
I just love the last shot, that is perfection!Hope you are well,
Oh, I love your yellow ticking and stripes and how you mixed them with beautiful shades of blue! Your home drips of Spring, Ann … and, I’m completely jealous! Love your sweet birds and nest, too! Happy Week!
I love these ideas, especially the twiggy bird nest. Pinning :)
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I just found your Blog and your Etsy shop. Just when I thought I could not get excited about decorating at this stage of my life, your inspirational ideas are like a breath of fresh air. Thank you!