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Modern Centerpiece Idea For Spring
If you follow design trends closely, you’ve probably noticed that vintage bar carts and drinking glasses are super hot right now!
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So, for my latest spring centerpiece I decided to play on this trend by using vintage drinking-glasses as my containers. I snatched up my drinking-glass caddy at the thrift store for less than $20 {you can also find them online at Etsy, eBay and on-line flash sale sites}.
Pink roses and yellow tulips create a classic, casual centerpiece that can work for a bridal shower, baby shower or any spring party.
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Stay tuned for more spring entertaining ideas!
Centerpiece design and photographs by Kelly Porter
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Inspired Color Schemes: Spring Blossoms
If you need fresh color ideas, this is the perfect time to look to nature for inspiration.
Spring blossoms are blooming ahead of schedule and they are bigger than ever — all thanks to a mild winter. So, I decided to grab my camera and head out into the yard to capture these gorgeous colors before they fade away. I used my photos as inspiration for three color schemes that you can incorporate into your home with paint and accent colors.
When using these colors, be creative and don’t worry about following any so-called color rules. I just read something about the “60-30-10″ rule which states that you should choose a main color for 60% of your room, a secondary color for 30% and an accent hue for 10%. My thoughts on that rule — break it!
I’ve done several rooms where I painted one color on two opposing walls, used a second color on the other two walls, and chose two more colors for accessories and fabric. It’s a fun look and my clients love it. I hope you were inspired to try something romantic, retro or radiant today!
All photos by Kelly Porter
Next Post: Choose Chartreuse
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Quick Spring Decorating Ideas
This month over at Family Circle.com, I shared a bit of advice on how to give your home a quick Spring Spruce-up:
If you have a pretty wind chime, bring it indoors! This wind chime {above} used to hang in my tree in the backyard {you may remember this post}. I brought it inside one winter, hung it in my stairwell and it has been there ever since. I love the pop of blue it brings to the hall, and it makes a great sound when it catches a breeze.
Don’t have a wind chime? Every spring, you can find them in the craft store and even some grocery stores. Below are more ideas from the Family Circle article. Here’s to easy spring decorating!
{Purchase a colorful, new door mat.}
{Switch out heavy draperies for light and airy sheers.}
{Give your window sills a fresh coat of high-gloss paint.}
{Decorate your fireplace.}
{Paint your front door with a great, new color.}
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A Pink, Peach and Lilac Affair
One of my favorite event designs caught my eye six years ago.
OK, maybe it’s because I love lilac, but this darling decor still tops my list of faves. Featured in the Spring/Summer 2004 issue of Receptions from Bride’s magazine, I re-discovered it while flipping through some old publications.
I just think these ribbon-tied flower boxes are so adorable. What a great centerpiece idea for Mother’s Day, and your flowers don’t have to be expensive — mums and carnations work just fine!
If you’re planning a spring wedding, you certainly can’t beat this delicate color combination – and check out the cookie favors:
Pretty ideas for the perfect spring celebration {and for those who love purple}!
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Happy Easter
Have a wonderful Easter Sunday…
…and a huge thank you to Kim and Jo over at Desire To Inspire, who I just realized included Color Sizzle in their Easter Reading Guide…part 2, along with some other fabulous blogs. You guys rock!
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A Retro-Sweet Easter
If you’re planning an Easter gathering, here’s a hot idea for a sweet display that you can pull together using glass vases and other inexpensive items.
I used my black piano to set up this Candy + Cookie Counter. The backdrop is an acrylic bubble mirror from the 70′s {a gift from my aunt — it belonged to her}. Create a similar look by pushing a table against a wall. Cover the table with a black tablecloth; place small storage containers {or piles of books} underneath the tablecloth to create the tiered look. Use any large mirror for the backdrop {just lean it against the wall}.
I chose yellow as the main color because I wanted a bright and cheery feel, and I’m also loving yellow, black and white right now! Along with a mouth-watering combo of retro candy {love the flower Peeps!} and cookies, I added a centerpiece of tulips embellished with a white chocolate cross. The look is completed with retro-style vases filled with good old-fashioned Easter basket grass.
And don’t be afraid to use paper plates and napkins. Your guests will appreciate this no-fuss element to your design — especially if small children are present!
Budget-friendly and beautifully basic. I hope this has inspired you!
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Decorate Your Bedroom With Floral Bedding
Flowers have always had an influence on home decorating, especially this time of year when real flowers start to emerge.
Floral patterns are always a great way to add color to a room. If you’ve been thinking about sprucing up your bedroom this spring, begin with bedding. Then you can easily select complementary colors. I’m loving this emerald green wall color (above). Not only is it a great shade of green for the bedroom, but it allows the pink and aqua in the bedding to really pop. {Rooftop Terrace bedding by Tommy Hilfiger at homedecoratingco.com}
Big Blooms bedding by Tracy Reese at beddingstyle.com
Hydrangea by Bergman bedding at ajmoss.com
Woodland Organic Bedding at potterybarn.com
For the tweens – Flowers for Hanna bedding at pemamericaoutlet.com
Ottavia Jacquard bedding at cuddledown.com
Garden Party bedding from overstock.com
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