Spring is in the air

It's official, today is the first day of Spring! In honor of this yearly event and to help you get into the mood, here are 5 ways to welcome the season into your home.

1. Shed the layers: Do you still have that fuzzy throw over the back of the sofa and candles on your end tables? Now's the time to put away those warm reminders of winter. Try some bright throw pillows for the sofa or change your curtains out for lighter, sheerer ones. Even small changes like rolling up your rug and exposing the floor for the warmer months will lighten the feel in your room.

2. Rethink your room: Do you have the itch to rearrange your rooms? Go for it! Think of ways to open the space and reduce clutter areas that seem to grow over winter.

3. Clean sweep: Spring is naturally the season when we tend to deep clean. Windows get washed, fireplaces get cleaned out, and drapes get dry cleaned. Why not also take the time to de-clutter your rooms. Clean out cupboards, drawers, shelves and go threw any piles that have accumulated over the winter. Spring is also the season for flea markets and what a great opportunity to get rid of the stuff you don't need anymore and make a bit of money.

4. Surface makeovers: While dusting off your shelves, why not give your eye a change of pace for the season. Display your china, crystal or glass. Buy a couple of small green plants or a fresh bouquet of flowers to adorn your mantel.

5. Bring the outdoors in: Even if the temperatures are still too cold for T-shirts, you can bring that sunny feeling indoors. Incorporate garden furniture into your home, replant your houseplants in terracotta pots. Use floral fabrics to brighten up your rooms and by all means open up those shutters and curtains and let the sun shine in. (photo: Designer Dad)

Happy Spring relooking to you all.