Bring in the Spring

Spring, my favourite season; the beginning of longer, brighter days, the promise of warmer temperatures, the unexpected swathes of vibrant spring blooms, and that fresh scent that hangs in the air. Spring is the time to open the windows, let in the light and maybe dust the top of the wardrobe? Aside from the obvious spring clean, there are numerous ways to bring spring into your home. Here are some of my top spring tips plus a selection of my current favourite spring home accessories.

Open the windows

A simple but effective one if you ask me. Fresh air permeating your home can instantly bring in that feeing of spring. Let your home breathe, let those stuffy rooms be stuffy no more. Watch the curtains dance in the breeze and, if you’re lucky, you’ll be able to hear the birds outside. Blissful.

Put the washing out

Sad is this may sound, there is no greater pleasure (slight exaggeration) than being able to hang washing to dry outside, particularly bedding; the freshness of those crisp air-dried sheets and pillowcases. Making the bed however, not so much!

Fresh spring flowers

Do like Miley and go and buy yourself some beautiful spring flowers - or indeed pick some from your garden. Tulips are my favourite with their vibrant colours and simple form. Pop them in a vase, a jar, jug, anything really. An instant injection of spring for your home.

Have a clear out

This one doesn’t quite provide the instant gratification that buying a bunch of flowers does, but once it’s done it feels good. Whether it’s that dreaded drawer of doom or shelves of shame, getting rid and feeling organised can feel so therapeutic. Take old clothes, books etc to charity shops and take that feeling of smugness up a level.

Shop your home

Refresh your home by shopping your home. Try moving that lamp that’s always been in the spare room to the living room, change up your artwork - maybe frame some wallpaper, fabric samples or your child’s artwork. Using what you already have in a different way can often feel as good as buying new. Be creative.

You can of course just dust the top of the wardrobe! If you do want to indulge in some springtime home additions, here are my top picks. Click on the image to shop.

Pleated paper table lamp, H&M

Such a cute addition to a child’s room. Fresh, modern and playful and also comes in pink & white.

Straw basket, H&M

This sculptural woven basket bowl is stunning and would make a fantastic addition to any shelf or sideboard.

Water Lilies Cushion Cover | Mustard, Alice in Scandiland

This Scandinavian style, linen cushion cover oozes spring and will add a pop of colour & pattern to any space.

Tulips print, Glassette

I love this print by Rose England London. I have one of her prints and it’s a stunner. This one screams spring.

Fine Stripe Bath Sheet, Avocado, John Lewis

I’m obsessed with stripes, especially green ones. Elevate your bathroom with these gorgeous avocado green stripe towels. They’re currently in my basket.

Glass vase, H&M

You’re going to need a vase for those pretty spring flowers. This simple ribbed glass vase is beautiful in it’s own right but will really showcase those daff’s.