When to introduce the next seasonal decor into a space is always a popular question I get. Trying to find a balance between the next season and not wishing away the current season. It is very understandable to be so excited for change in your home, especially thinking of light rain showers, the return of the nigh-time crickets and owls, and brisk sunny days of spring.
So when is it too early to bring in spring?
If you have stopped by the blog over the past few days you may already know my answer to this question. I have already started doing a little Winter to Spring Decor Transition, and you can see it here (link) to a recent post.
Interior design is 100% the eye of the beholder, and how your space is your space. I say that because I tend to be earlier to seasonal decors, but that is because I love home decor & I love creating inspiring spaces or design ideas for those thinking about what they are going to do next season. I am sure my transitioning home decor and changes with the season are early to most standards, but it is a true passion of mine.
So when should you bring the next season into your spaces? That my friends is entirely up to you. I know, not a direct answer, but interior design is art to me, and you can do it however you’d like. For me Spring Decor is an exciting time for me. My decor gravitates around little house plants nested around our home. We love how it can fit into any style from modern to farmhouse style, literally bringing a room to life.
Nearly any space in your home will welcome one or two little green friends. From the sitting areas like a living room, to the kitchen dining spaces. Indirect light makes plants nearly effortless to care for, but if you have darker spaces, find the right plant or move the plants around throughout the week to ensure they stay happy and healthy.
For this space in our office, we found a beautiful little antique cabinet looking for a new home. We picked it up from one of our favorite antique shops in Grand Rapids, Blue Door Antiques. We put it in a corner next to a side light from our office french doors. To bring Spring into our office, we wanted to create an interior potting station. Now this isn’t anything like the real outdoor potting bench. This is much cleaner and more for storage than anything. Nonetheless it is a great area to style and have a little greenhouse fun inside your home. With some old patina pots & some other items like those old framed writings, apothecary bottles, & that pathos plant in that antique vessel… it is welcoming spring in our office. You know, whenever it wants to show up of course. I hope this post is a reminder to you that you need to make your home happy for you & not everyone else. Your home is supposed to be your cozy oasis that you can relax & enjoy… so do just that. & welcome the new seasons when your heart desires. Thank you guys so much for stopping by the blog today & every single day to see what we are up to… it means the world to me!! xx
Saw on Instagram last night you had been taking a social media break. So glad you said something as I had just started to wonder if you and Jose were ok. Not like you to not post something every day. You have us spoiled i guess! ?
Have a great weekend.
Liz,
I am a Traditionalist at heart when it comes to interior design,
but I’m not ‘ruled’ by its formality.
I love your Farmhouse Design!
And this space is absolutely stunning!
Like you, I’ve been gradually beginning a ‘Winter to Spring Decor Transition’.
I, too, am ready to bring more ‘live’ plants into my decor.
Thank you for this filled to the brim inspiring post.
Pat
Liz,
I loved reading this post because after a week of 70 degree temps in central VA last week it was so tempting to haul all my Winter décor to my storage tubs and whip out the Spring décor! However, I know last week was just a little teaser of warmer weather and just as expected cold weather has returned so I was glad that I resisted the urge since we still have Valentines to celebrate.
I typically wait until the very last of February or the first week of March before I start bringing out Spring décor. I do like to start planning what I will use and I always pick up something new with each season as well. I noticed last week while in HomeGoods they had started displaying Spring décor but I didn’t see anything that caught my eye that day.
Such great tips!! In Oklahoma, we can get spring-like temps early but then have winter temperatures in April! It’s tempting to bring the spring decor out early but I like to hold off until at least March!
In Boise we are watching the snow come down after a few weeks ago of afternoons where I could take long walks. However, I love the snow! And the wonderful thing about our weather is that the snow will last only a few days. Thanks for your sharing of of thinking Spring. I do the same as you……..put small signs of the next season throughout the house but nothing big. Will wait until March. I do love shopping Trader Joe’s for the fresh look of blooming Spring bulbs . Makes me feel happy!
It has been so cold and dreary here in Oklahoma that i need a little spring, thanks.
Like most of the comments I like to hold off on my spring decor till March .For February I have brought some new houseplants,fresh flowers and done a display of wicker baskets and carved animals handcrafted in Africa on my bookcase shelves. Replacing a winter wreath over the mantle is newfound painting of a Great Horned Owl whose colors lighten the brick of the fireplace. This but of transition works for now .Love changing up things and creating vignettes on tabletops. Thanks for all your great ideas and inspiration. Happy Valentine’s Day.
Love this Liz. That cabinet is amazing. Just found one as well in a similar color. ♥️ I loving your pillow. Can you share where you found it?? I kinda need it in my life! ?
Just stopped on by to read your new bloggy blog post and so glad I did! It’s nice to be reminded to do YOUR a thing when it feels right for you! I’ve got half spring and half winter with a special buffet decorated for Valentine’s Day! Alsoooo thank you again for the coffee the other week!
We usually have spring sooner than most so l actually have combined Valentine’s and spring so when Febuary is over l already have spring in place. But it early snows in South Alabama so that makes a difference. We have our IT office in Grand Rapids, Michigan. So they have been working from home. Our sales and marketing office is in Prattville, Alabama.. Next time we visit l live to come to your shop. Love your blog and adoption story. Have a blessed week.???
Saw this on instagram. Do you know anything about the upper print with the sheep? I have the same one from my husbands great uncles farm in Stockbridge, MA. Was just looking for a spot to hang it today. Yours looks great in your spring potting corner.