6 Things To Do At Home To Welcome Spring

Spring has finally arrived and that’s the silver lining among all the disruption in the world right now. It’s always reassuring to know that better days are ahead of us. Isn’t it?  There are a few things we can do to get into the Spring mood and welcome the pretty days of blooming flowers and full leafy trees. Now that we are confined to the perimeters of our homes, we can all use some extra work inside.

Welcome Spring By Cleaning Your Windows

Clean your windows from all the whitish marks of melted snow and rain marks that get accumulated throughout the winter and let the glorious morning sun come in without any interruption. I remember when growing up that was one of the first things my mom used to do come Spring and she still does it.

Welcome Spring by Displaying Potted Herbs

While you’re at it go ahead and place some potted herbs on the windowsills and bring in the smell of natural herbs. Herbs such as mint, parsley, rosemary or basil will not only look pretty but they will also smell like heaven.   Especially mint- an essential part of many fresh Summer drinks.

Welcome Spring by Replacing That Heavy Carpet

Remove that heavy and shearing rug.  If you prefer a carpet in the
area for softer feet, replace it with a cowhide or a jute rug.  Jute is softer than sisal to the touch and it will also bring a touch of nature inside.

Welcome Spring by Lightening Up The Bed Linen

With Spring comes the occasional chilly night but everything made of wool to cover ourselves will still be too much.  Pull a light cotton throw out of your closet and keep it on your sofa. An Otomi throw with its colorful hand-embroidered designs would be perfect to bring that pop of color home for Spring.

Welcome Spring by Changing Your Window Treatment

Replace your heavy curtains for lighter ones.  It’s great to have thick and darker curtains during winter to help keep out the cold but in warmer days where everything gets lighter and fresher why not our curtains.  Another option would be natural material shades. Panels that you can buy at-home stores are cost-effective and easy!

Welcome Spring with Nature-Based Arrangements

And, last but not least, bring those new fresh flowers inside the house.  Some people prefer carefully done flower arrangements while others prefer to have them organically placed in a base with water as if they were freshly picked from the garden.  I think a cluster of fruits or vegetables on top of a dining table also looks great. 

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