Welcome spring early with these ten ideas for your home. Easy and budget-friendly tips that use greenery, light spring colors, fresh artwork and more.
If you find yourself longing for spring, you are in the right place. I’ve gathered together my ten best ideas to welcome spring early to your home. Some of you who are in the southern states might actually be experiencing spring-like temps. Up north, we are still in a deep freeze with snow on the ground. Either way, a smattering of fresh spring colors will cheer up your space and I guarantee you will feel better!
Spring Colors: Fresh flowers and foliage
The easiest way to bring a breath of spring air into your home is with fresh flowers or foliage. They don’t have to be fancy or expensive. A simple bouquet of grocery store flowers will do the trick. I don’t have a Trader Joe’s close by, but I know they have amazing bunches of flowers for a good price. If you need some tips for arranging, just click HERE.
Welcome Spring: Neutralize & lighten
Lightening and neutralizing your fabrics is a great way to welcome spring. Keep the cozy factor because winter is definitely not over…but add lighter throws and pillows to give your space a fresh look. Some of us did this after the holidays, but if you didn’t, now is a great time to break out the neutrals.
Spring Colors: Force blooming stems and bulbs
Photo from Satori Design for Living
It’s a little too early to do this up north, but in the south, it might be perfect timing for forcing blooms. You can force anything that blooms in the spring like forsythia, cherry or crabapple. I’ve only done this once with forsythia and it was many years ago. I plan to try again this spring so I will let you know how it goes. If you want more details right now, visit Forcing Branches to Bloom from Satori Design for Living.
Note: If you want to pin Shauna’s lovely image, please click over and pin from her blog. Thank you!
Welcome Spring: Add a spring wreath or basket to your door
Greet your guests and welcome spring by hanging a bright wreath or basket on your door. Choose something that adds curb appeal and shows up from the street. Yellow, white or pink are good choices. Put it up now and leave it up until summer.
Make it!
Spring Colors: Add something yellow
There is something about the color yellow that makes you feel happy. It’s cheerful and bright…and very springy. Adding a touch of yellow to your decor can be as easy as buying a bag of lemons and placing them in a bowl. I know they won’t last forever, but they will last quite a while. Another idea is making a lemon and flower arrangement. It will last for several days and the dose of spring colors will make you smile! Last, go ahead and splurge on a bouquet of yellow tulips. Divide them up into small vessels and you have an instant coffee table display.
Tip: Don’t forget to use layers. Add a tray or two to corral the vessels. Your display will look more cohesive and pack a spring punch!
Welcome Spring: Change your artwork
Changing your artwork seasonally is easy and budget-friendly. Sometimes it’s even free. Make an initial investment in frames and mats, then rotate your artwork.
Free Artwork:
- Collection of Watercolor Flowers & Herbs
- Library of Botanical Prints
- All About Home Farmhouse Printables
- Collection of Spring Printables
Welcome Spring: Add fresh and light floral scents
Certain scents come to mind when I think of spring. Lavender, gardenia, and lily of the valley to name just a few. Welcome spring early to your home by buying a scented candle, or making lavender sachets. My friend Lory, from Designthusiasm, gathered together 10 Ways to Use Home Fragrance. Visit her blog and get inspiration for adding a luxury touch to your home for spring.
Welcome Spring: Organize and Clean
Back in the day, spring cleaning was a big deal. Housewives all over Amercia would wash walls and curtains, clean out closets and cupboards, and generally get their homes in order. I have no idea why this was done in the spring. Perhaps because spring is a new beginning of sorts and it was a way to make a fresh start. I don’t generally do any spring cleaning, but I will admit that I can’t wait for the first nice day to wash my front window! Sometimes just cleaning out a kitchen cupboard will do the trick.
Spring Colors: Rearrange your furniture and accessories
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I don’t rearrange my furniture, but I love to move my accessories around the house. Click HERE to see how I had the coffee table styled for winter. For my early touch of spring, I used a natural basket tray layered with a smaller ironstone tray. The smaller tray gave my pitchers something sturdy to rest on since the basket is a bit unsteady. I followed my own advice and added some yellow tulips in a trio of ironstone pitchers. (If you look closely, you’ll see some daffodils too.) I have enjoyed the spring colors and they have definitely brightened the room.
Tip: Tag sales, thrift stores, T. J. Maxx, and HomeGoods are great places to find pitchers. My pitchers have been collected over time. None of them match and they are all different sizes.
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Welcome Spring: Lighten your menu
Although technically not decor, my last tip is something I am trying very hard to do right now. Early spring almost always coincides with the season of Lent. It’s the perfect time to eat a little lighter and hopefully lose a few pounds. When I do this, I just feel better and that’s always a good thing. So here’s to resisting the urge to make comfort food and choosing the salad instead!
I hope you found one or two ideas that you can use to welcome spring early to your home. Before I go, I want to thank you for all the lovely comments on the Vegetable Soup recipe I posted a few days ago. I was totally blown away by your response. I almost didn’t share that recipe because I thought it was too basic. Shows you what I know!
Thank you for your friendship and kindness…I am so grateful.
Naomi S says
Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 10:50 pmNice ideas, Ann, for raising the pleasure and optimism quotient as we all impatiently wait for Spring to show up. I, for one, am so looking forward to getting out of the house without wearing multiple layers of clothing! One of the things I dislike heartily about our cold weather here in Michigan. My yearly tradition for perking up my decor as well as my spirits in March is to buy a big bunch of daffodils and bring them home. They are my favorite flower and about the only yellow thing I ever decorate with! I love their cheerful trumpet-shaped flowers and their heavenly scent, so I’m hoping to find some soon.
I love the way you’ve layered your coffee table display of Spring flowers with the basket and tray and pitchers. I have a collection of white pitchers also which I love to display. Guess I’ll dig them out now that you’ve given me the reminder!
Thanks for you uplifting post!
Rachelle says
Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 5:28 pmAnn, the photos are lovely and the ideas spot on. I especially like the reminder to be eating lighter and it will make us feel better!
KittyLuvr says
Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 1:21 pmAnn, you always have the best ideas! I almost always hop up after reading one of your posts and try to imitate what you have shared! From white pitchers to bunny pillows, you have helped me make my home cozier and more current! You are such a treasure! (And so are your recipes!)
Edna says
Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 11:46 amSeeing your recipe in today’s blog and thinking about the recent kitchen organization you shared with us, I would be interested in knowing how you organize your recipes. Do you have a shelf of cookbooks, a recipe box or binder that holds your favorite ones, or have you transferred your recipes to the computer for quick access? I have collected cookbooks and recipes throughout the years and it is time to organize my collection and pare down! Thanks so much for all you share with us.
BettyLou says
Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 10:16 amGreat collection of welcoming spring ideas. The one thing that I like to do is buy a large bunch of daffodils at my local grocery and put them in an ironstone pitcher. To me nothing says spring like yellow daffodils. Thank you for sharing your other spring ideas, lets hope that March goes out like a lamb.
JoJo says
Sunday, February 17, 2019 at 3:29 amSome fabulous ideas to brighten up my home. Thank you 😊
Chris says
Monday, February 19, 2018 at 9:03 pmHI Ann,
I’m here in the Midwest and really looking forward to spring. Love the tips for bringing it in early! I think spring cleaning was to clean out all the smoke and soot from the coal furnace. Since I have a gas furnace I don’t really do much serious cleaning either! One of my favorite places to pick up cut flowers is Aldi’s. They have a limited selection but they are always nice.
Thanks for all your great ideas! Looking forward to warmer weather!
Ann Drake says
Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at 8:03 amOh my gosh…I had no idea about Aldi’s. I have one about 5 minutes away. I will definitely check it out. Thank you so much!
Linda Biondi says
Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 8:53 amI’ve been a member for awhile, but I can’t find the link to Members Only to download the watercolor flower prints. Thanks for helping!
Ann Drake says
Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 9:41 amHi Linda…I’m sending you an email!
Cindy says
Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 12:37 amGreat tips ! Love the flowers in white pitchers !
Bev Peeler says
Monday, February 12, 2018 at 9:26 pmGorgeous post. Am updating my kitchen and would like some flooring ideas.
Ann Drake says
Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at 8:21 amHi Bev! How fun to be updating your kitchen. I am jealous! I love the hardwoods I installed in my home and they are in the kitchen as well as other living areas. I would never install tile of any sort because of the grout issues and upkeep. That’s just my opinion though. Depending on your budget, laminate is a great option too. My #1 choice would be hardwoods!
Nancy Lindblom says
Monday, February 12, 2018 at 12:20 amYour ideas are fresh and inviting. I have recently moved to a nice mobile home and I am using your ideas to make it mine. I want it to look and live like a home, my home, with my touches and style.
Thank you Ann for all you do to help us have wonderful places to live.
Nancy
Sandra Sampson says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 7:11 pmLove all your refreshing ideas and pictures. I live in Nova Scotia and cut some forsythia branches 2 weeks ago and they have bloomed out nicely. Everyone, if you have a forsythia bush, cut a few branches and enjoy a burst of early spring color.
Doreen says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 6:41 pmI have been armed with cans of spray paint reinventing what I have into neutrals.Also bought a lavender wreath for my front door.I usually make one but was feeling lazy.I am a tray girl,I think they’re great for making vignettes.Your tray within a tray, very pretty with the yellow tulips, one of my favorites.
Gail says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 5:17 pmI’ll do a lot of these ideas when we hit daylight saving times. Now, I’m adding sprinkles of yellow throughout. Thanks for that refreshing idea.
MARY-ANN (FROM CANADA!) says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 4:07 pmHi! Ann! Your post today was such a wonderful breath of Spring! It is snowing and blowing here where we live! We are really looking forward to Spring! Love your gorgeous daffodils! We have not seen them here in our stores but should be arriving soon — and I will definitely be bringing a few bunches home to enjoy! They are such a “cheery” flower! In the meantime, I’ll enjoy the yellow roses that I get from Costco! Have a wonderful week, Ann! Blessings!
Norma Rolader says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 3:25 pmAbsolutely awesome information
Mary says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 3:14 pmA tray within a tray! Why didn’t I think of that?! Just got rid of my basket tray because things never sat evenly, as well as a pretty ceramic tray that would have been perfect! I purged too soon!!! Love all your ideas!
Margie says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 2:01 pmThank you we so need a peek of Spring,it’s snowed here everyday for 8 days.
Nancy says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 12:46 pmThose yellow Tulips and Daffodils in the white pitchers are calling my name! You don’t see fresh Daffodils in Florida very often. It has warmed up here and my Azaleas are beginning to bloom. But those temps don’t fool me because I know that sometimes, especially in March, we can have some nasty weather. Right now I have red and white going on. We celebrated Valentines Day with our daughters and grandkids last Friday. But spring is on the way for sure.
joann says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 11:36 amAnne-
Where is the tray basket from on the table?
Ann Drake says
Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at 8:28 amHi Joann…it’s from Pottery Barn. Here is my affiliate link and I’ve added it to the post. Thank you! https://rstyle.me/n/cgqq7db4svx
Candy Thomas says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 11:17 amSuch good ideas. I don’t know how you do it, but you always manage to inspire.
Dixie says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 11:00 amLove all your ideas for brining spring early. Do you have a link for the white pitchers and tray that you used in the basket. Thanks for sharing all these great ideas
Ann Drake says
Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at 8:58 amHi Dixie! The pitchers are all collected from thrift stores, TJMaxx, flea markets, etc. I did add a link to the post that leads to a page with a nice selection of pitchers. I hope it helps!
Dixie McQuality says
Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at 9:02 amThank you so much – I made my forsynthia door basket last night. Love your ideas!!
Donna Marie says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 10:24 amThe reason that pioneers “spring cleaned” was because of all the soot that had built up on the walls and furniture over the winter.
Terri Herman says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 10:03 amJust lovely! These ideas are getting me motivated! Thanks so much. 😀
Kathy M. says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 9:33 amYour ideas for early spring decor are so welcome. I have added the bowl of lemons to my kitchen vignette but need to get some yellow flowers for the white pitcher I use throughout the year. A tray within a tray is great for uneven wicker. Noticed my pussy willows are in bud and need to clip some branches if I can dodge the rain drops. Will put them in a tall vase with some forsythia I am forcing this month. After Valentines Day I will put away my red dishes and bring out the Nature wood. Love the change of seasons inside and out.
Jolene says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 9:20 amGreat ideas, as I’m looking out on a gray, foggy, winter’s day. Your ideas really brighten things up, and all the while give such a sense of calm and serenity. I like the idea of adding “food” to decor. This mini-angel food bundts are adorable. I love your printables. Thanks for making them available for subscribers.
Jami says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 8:41 amGood to know I’m on track. I bought several large bunches of tulips last week for the front door. After I take down the Valentine’s Day wreath, my tulips will go up. I use an old hexagon lampshade that I painted and added a bottom to by using heavy cardboar. With ribbon used to hang it, I’m adding a little spring too. Thank you for your article! I’m ready for spring to be a reality!
Jeanne says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 8:18 amI love your ideas for bringing a little ‘spring’ into the home! I’ve heard that part of the reason for traditional spring cleaning is a throwback to when most people’s homes were heated by burning coal- my childhood home had a ‘coal room’ that remained even after a furnace was installed. Burning coal created a lot of extra dust and dirt in the home, so spring cleaning was especially important. Not sure if that’s true, but makes sense to me. I think it’s still a great idea and does add to the feeling a fresh start!
I love your blog and continue to enjoy every post- you have a way with words and are so creative!
Ann Drake says
Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at 8:49 amAwesome information and makes total sense. Thank you!
Sandi says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 8:06 amCan’t wait for spring. Getting outside even if It’s to pick up sticks in the yard.
I have to share with you how my mother who lived in the south would send me my birthday bouget in February for my birthday. She would cut branches of forsythia and peach trees. She wrapped them in wet paper towel and paper and mailed to me in Ohio. Her instruction was to place in a vase or pitcher of water and put in my sunniest window. I did and in about a week I would have a lovely bouget. My sister still lives in Ohio so for her birthday this year I mailed her a bouget. Yesterday she texted me a picture of her pretty bouget of yellow forsythia. .what a wonderful way to carry on what our mother started with . I now live in the south and in fact the bush that I cut the branches from is one that I had started from mothers Bush that she gave me after I moved to the south. Just had to share. Thank you for all your inspiration.
KittyLuvr says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 7:53 amI just got home from working a week in the frigid north temps! And today it’s going to be 68 where I live……although with drizzle..your ideas were just what I needed! Plus the hyacinth bulb I bought in a glass vase for just $4.99 burst through and the smell is just like my grandmother’s yard in the spring! Thanks for sharing such wonderful ideas that are easy and cost efficient to implement.
Deb says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 7:39 amThank you for the ideas Ann. Sometimes it is the easy things that make a difference. I use baskets on my coffee table too and never thought of the tray on it to stabilize things!! Love the tulips and daffodils!
Sandi says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 7:24 amThanks for all the great ideas and free printables . Since I am an artist my walls often get a change of new paintings as I take some down to sell or for a show. I plan to buy some flowers today as your article sparked my desire for spring here in upstate frozen,snowy NY.
Jody says
Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 7:11 amI thought I would be in whichever house I buy but – the wheels turn slowly. So I am thinking Spring and perhaps it will be Summer. In retrospect I would not have wanted to move in Winter. I am cooking in my slow cooker now. That soup is perfect. The smell filled the room and my tummy was waiting for it. All Fall, Winter and Spring ideas I have saved for whenever I get into my new house.
Lois says
Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 1:13 pmThank you for your generosity, I love your talent!!!