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6 Ways to Welcome Spring into Your Home

Home Tour

23 Mar

How do you welcome springs in your house? I love getting the house ready for spring. Let me show you 6 Ways to welcome spring into your home.

Can you believe it is already spring? The weather is starting to get warmer here. I am so ready! Bring it on Mother Nature!

Bloggers’ Best Spring Home Tours

This week I am joining some of my blogging friends for the 2023 Bloggers’ Best Spring Home Tours. Thirty talented and creative women will be opening their homes up for you to tour all week long.

If you have come over from touring my Texas friend, Cindy’s home from County Road 407, welcome! She has some wonderful tips on adding a little bit of blue for spring.

A huge shout-out to my sweet friend, Kelly from The Tatttered Pew for organizing this home tour of 30 homes that will be running all week. Can you believe? You get an opportunity to tour 30 homes!

Hi! I am Tammy. Welcome to my home called White Lilac Farmhouse. You will see that my style is a blend of old items with new. I live in the southern part of Maryland minutes from the water with my husband of 33 years and two of the cutest French Bulldogs.

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6 Ways to Welcome Spring into Your Home

You may be thinking to yourself “How do I transition my house from winter to spring?” There are many ways to transition from winter and welcome spring into your home.

The first thing to is give the house a good spring cleaning. Lots of decluttering usually is going on from January through the end of March. All the base boards and doors get a good wipe down.

a good time to clean the rugs

It is the perfect time to shampoo any area rugs in your rooms or send them off to be professional clean. Over the weekend, this large 11 x 15 rug got a good cleaning with my Bissell Carpet Cleaner.

large cream area rug with gray diamond pattern and two French Bulldogs sitting on it.
Our fur babies, Piper and Chibi, the puppy.

Currently, I have one rug down and it’s in the family room. We are house training a puppy.

Chibi is doing well at 7-months. The house is puppy proofed by removing our two nice rugs from the dining room and kitchen dining area.

dress your Fireplace for spring

It’s time to change out the winter decorations to spring. Try dressing your fireplace for spring by adding faux flowers in bright and cheery colors. The cherry blossom stems are great for tall vases.

There is something beautiful about using greenery in your spaces. Why add greenery in your home? Adding greenery in your home is a trend that will never go out of style. It makes the room feel and look fresh. It gives the room a cozy feel.

Add fun seasonal pieces in your spring decorations. Here a rabbit stretches out on the mantel with spring green hanging hops bushes nestled around it. You can keep you mantel and hearth simple or go elaborate. My mantel, I can easily remove the rabbit with the hops and keep everything else as we move into the summer.

refresh your pillows

Gray sofa with blue & white pillows.

For spring, I brought in more hues of blues in the family and dining rooms. New pillows covers in shades of blue and white brightens up the gray sofa. I love this brand of pillows covers. They were reasonably priced with good quality fabric. Each pillow has piping in a solid blue.

Chibi, Fawn Piebald French Bulldog with Piper, Brindle French Bulldog.

I do believe my fur babies approve of the pillows. These sweet girls are snuggle bugs and love to cuddle on the sofa with me.

spring table settings

Blue fringed place mat with white plate and blue and white salad plate.

You can create a beautiful spring table setting. Try pulling in a color that you love.

For Easter, we will have casual dining. If you are like me and love the look of a beautiful wood table, add a pretty spring table runner in lieu of a tablecloth.

To protect your table use chargers or placements. It will protect the table from the heat from hot plates of food.

Pink miniature roses in glass vase, crystal candle holder with blue tapered candle and Blue fringed place mat with white plate and blue and white salad plate.

Try adding salad plates in different patterns. Cloth napkins can be laid under the salad plate or next to the plate with silverware on top.

Shop local thrift stores for wonderful glass vases and candle holders. Add taper candles in a coordinating color to your tablescape.

Large iron rabbit in a box wood wreath.
My rabbit’s name is Mr. Big.

Create a center piece for your table. I took a boxwood wreath for the base of my centerpiece. Mr. Big is a large iron rabbit. I have him in the center. To coordinate him with the other rabbits in the house, he got a gingham bow as well.

Large iron rabbit with blue gingham bow.
Hello to Mr. Big.

This fun centerpiece does not block the view of any guest. He’s sitting in the center. Remember to keep things low not to obstruct your guest views.

Mr. Big has been around in my house for many years. I found him at the sweetest store in Pennsylvania while visiting my husband’s family.

This past weekend, I found him a grapevine carrot from a local vintage market Rust and Grain. He looks pretty proud of his new carrot.

Remember is fun to add a touch of whimsy to your tablescape!

bring in spring colors

Dark Kitchen Island with Granite Counters.

Throughout my home you will see hues of blues and greens. These are such tranquil colors to me. For this spring, I brought in yellow. It is a color that my daughter has always loved. It all started with that yellow tray. No lie.

A wreath is a great way to add pops of color into a room. A navy blue gingham bow was added to the lemon wreath to tie in the blue from my kitchen chairs.

Dark Island with pops of yellow in the kitchen.

I love pops of color. My walls and furniture are neutral for that very reason.

What colors symbolizes spring? Colors that are nature-inspired shades of yellow, orange, pink, blue, green, or lavender. The hues can range from pastel to brighter shades. Don’t be afraid of bringing in color.

This year, I am going bold with yellow. And, honestly I have to say that it is lovely. It’s such a happy color and pairs wonderful with greens and blues in my home.

Yellow floral apron hanging on the cabinet.

My new favorite apron from April Cornell is hung on a 3M Command Hook. I love the rose pattern on the yellow.

Vignette with a yellow tray, candle, rabbit, and navy blue vase with white tulips.

If you want a subtle pop of color, try creating a vignette on your island. Here I am using a yellow tray as my base. A navy vase with faux tulips anchors one side, a candle and a rabbit anchors the right side.

add fresh flowers & Plants

I love using plants throughout my home. Here I have a beautiful white Cyclamen in a white ironstone vintage soup tureen. Most likely, I will replant it after Easter into another container. Try adding Hyacinths or Daffodils to bowls, planters or vintage dishes. You can read a post about How To Decorate With Plants And Flowers here.

Twig Basket with English Ivy.

If found a set of twig baskets and tucked some English Ivy in it. I loved the organic look of the twigs with the sweet ivy.

Blue glass vase with fresh tulips and wooden bowl with dried artichokes.

You can never go wrong with fresh cut flowers in the home. Why are flowers important in home decor? Fresh flowers lift your mood and helps to eliminate stress and anxiety.

Flowers adds life and color in your space. The scents of flowers can be very uplifting and give a sense of relaxation. To me it has a calming effect.

This week I made this nature inspired DIY Easter centerpiece for my kitchen table. I have the easy tutorial here.

I hope you enjoyed my home tour and my ideas for welcoming spring into your home.

Next up is my lovely friend, Michelle from Thistle Key Lane. She is sharing her spring ideas for the family room.

Bloggers’ Best Spring Home Tours

Monday’s Tours

Spring Home Tour 2023 Collages Monday

The Tattered Pew // StoneGable // My Wee Abode

Cottage On Bunker Hill // Cottage In The Mitten // She Gave It a Go

Tuesday’s Tours

2023 Spring Home Tour Tuesday Collage

White Arrows Home // Midwest Life and Style // Open Doors Open Hearts

Robyn’s French Nest // Cloches and Lavender // This Is Simplicite

Wednesday’s Tours

2023 Wednesday Spring home tour collage

Eleanor Rose Home // Shiplap and Shells // Bricks n’ Blooms

WM Design House // Simply2Moms // The Ponds Farmhouse

Thursday’s Tours

Thursday collages Spring Home Tour

A Life Unfolding // My Thrift Store Addiction // Pasha Is Home

County Road 407 // White Lilac Farmhouse // Thistle Key Lane

Friday’s Tours

2023 Spring Home Tour Collage Friday

Create and Ponder // DIY Beautify // Worthing Court

Southern Home and Hospitality // My Family Thyme // Peacock Ridge Farm

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Make it a great day, sweet friend!

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  1. Aliya says

    March 23, 2023 at 11:31 am

    I love all the ideas for being Spring into you’re gone and I especially LOVE Mr. Big! He is adorable and I love his bow and carrot!! Thanks so much for the ideas and inspiration!! Beautiful!

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    • Tammy says

      March 23, 2023 at 2:44 pm

      Thank you, Aliya. I have enjoyed being on this blog hop with you. Mr. Big is a favorite of mine. One of those things where you walk into a little shop and say, hmmm you are coming home with me!

      Reply
  2. Libbie Burling says

    March 23, 2023 at 12:15 pm

    I am loving the blue plates (and that they are mix and match) and your fur babies are ADORABLE! Happy Hopping with you my friend! xx

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    • Tammy says

      March 23, 2023 at 2:45 pm

      Thank you, Libbie. I enjoyed being a part of this hop with you.

      Reply
  3. Cecilia says

    March 23, 2023 at 1:14 pm

    Hi Tammy! It was a pleasure to take a peek at your lovely spring accents. I love your kitchen and the creative butterfly wreath! Pinned! Blessings, Cecilia @My Thrift Store Addiction

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    • Tammy says

      March 23, 2023 at 2:46 pm

      Thank you so much, Cecilia for the sweet comment and pinning. I enjoyed being on this hop with you today.

      Reply
  4. Renae Frey says

    March 23, 2023 at 2:50 pm

    Everything is so pretty, my friend. Happy Spring!

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    • Tammy says

      March 26, 2023 at 1:04 pm

      Thank you so much, Renae. I appreciate it.

      Reply
  5. Kim Waldorf says

    March 23, 2023 at 3:03 pm

    Your home looks so beautiful, Tammy! You know I love all the blue and white. The yellow is so cheerful in your kitchen, too! Piper and Chibi are so sweet! Happy to tour with you!! 💛💐

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    • Tammy says

      March 26, 2023 at 1:05 pm

      Happy touring with you too my dear friend. Aren’t those blue and white plates fun in the mixed match patterns? Yellow is a new color for me to use. Other than using it in a fresh floral arrangement. I am enjoying it in the kitchen.

      Reply
  6. AnnMarie | Simply2Moms says

    March 23, 2023 at 3:55 pm

    I love this! Your pups are just too sweet! Thanks for sharing these awesome ideas, such fun touring with you!

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    • Tammy says

      March 26, 2023 at 1:06 pm

      So much fun touring with you ladies! Thank you so much for commenting. Glad you enjoyed seeing the girls in my photos.

      Reply
  7. Cindy says

    March 23, 2023 at 4:12 pm

    These two fur babies are too cute. Love all the blues and I ave the same placements in gray. Great tips.

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    • Tammy says

      March 26, 2023 at 1:03 pm

      Thanks, Cindy! I love those placements. Mine are several years old and still great. Target still sells them online.

      Reply
  8. Cindy@CountyRoad407 says

    March 23, 2023 at 4:47 pm

    First of all those doggies are adorable. I love dogs! Glad my puppy days are over though. 🙂 Love your tour! The blues and pops of yellow look fantastic and so happy. I think I need those blue pillows for my sofa though. I’ve bot been able to find any that I love. Until now! And Mr. Big is awesome. So unique. What a great centerpiece. Happy Spring!

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    • Tammy says

      March 26, 2023 at 1:02 pm

      Thank you, Cindy. Mr. Big did not need a lot of fuss on the table. Just a bow and a carrot to make him happy. LOL These are my last dogs. I doubt there will be any more. So I am soaking up every moment of enjoyment from them as empty nesters. They are my sweet baby. Pipe is a COVID dog. Meaning, I got her during being isolated when COVID first hit the year we moved it. She was the best company ever during that trying time.

      Reply
  9. Leanna says

    March 23, 2023 at 4:53 pm

    Your Spring home decor is beautiful. I especially love the tall regal hare you have on your dining table and of course the puppies. I am just learning about ironstone and am not confident in what it is, the brands and fair prices etc. I want one to do like you did for plants, so regal and gorgeous.

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    • Tammy says

      March 26, 2023 at 12:59 pm

      Thank you, Leanna. That hare was a great find. I spotted him the minute walking into a specialty boutique. He was coming home with me. No regrets!

      Reply
  10. Michelle | Thistle Key Lane says

    March 23, 2023 at 5:29 pm

    Tammy, I’m loving your spring tour! Fresh flowers, plants, Mr. Big and of course gingham ribbon all says spring to me! Seeing those puppy dogs always makes me smile!!

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    • Tammy says

      March 26, 2023 at 12:57 pm

      Thanks, Michelle. I am ready for spring now! Those little pups make me smile every day. They are so loving and sweet.

      Reply
  11. Pasha says

    March 23, 2023 at 8:46 pm

    Tammy – there is so much I love about your spring decorating! That yellow tray in the kitchen is the perfect pop of spring color!

    Reply
    • Tammy says

      March 26, 2023 at 12:56 pm

      Thank you Pasha! I appreciate you popping over and commenting.

      Reply
  12. Kelly Radcliff says

    March 23, 2023 at 10:50 pm

    Welcome Spring! Your home is just beautiful Tammy and I adore your touches of blue! I think I need a few of those blue pillows on your sofa. And my sister is looking at getting a french bulldog. I can’t wait to show her your two cuties! Lovely tour and beautiful pictures!

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    • Tammy says

      March 26, 2023 at 12:55 pm

      Oh Kelly, you will have to send me a photo of your sister’s Frenchie. They are so much fun. Tell her to get health insurance with her Frenchie. I have it for both of my girls. They can have issues with discs. No jumping or climbing! Those pillows are wonderful. I just had to do a clean up on a pillow the other day. I love them.

      Reply
  13. Rachel Harper says

    March 24, 2023 at 12:32 pm

    Tammy,
    I loved your tour. The blue and white table setting is stunning and that bunny has my heart. I also loved seeing your fur babies and their expressions are priceless.

    Reply
    • Tammy says

      March 26, 2023 at 12:53 pm

      Thank you so much, Rachel. Aren’t our fur babies the best! I always enjoy seeing your fur baby too. They just make life better.

      Reply
  14. Jennifer Howard says

    March 24, 2023 at 3:30 pm

    Love, love, love!! Plus I need my fix of Chibi and Piper!

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    • Tammy says

      March 26, 2023 at 12:52 pm

      Thank you, my dear friend. These girls are something else. You would crack up laughing at their silly antics. Hope to see you soon. Miss you a lot.

      Reply
  15. stacy says

    March 24, 2023 at 3:34 pm

    Tammy your home tour is beautiful thank you for bringing us around and I LOVE YOUR DOGS!!!!! They are the cutest!!! xoxo

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    • Tammy says

      March 26, 2023 at 12:51 pm

      Thank you so much, Stacy. Aren’t dogs the best? I love being a dog mom to these girls.

      Reply
  16. Kim | Shiplap and Shells says

    March 24, 2023 at 4:33 pm

    Your home is so pretty for spring Tammy. I’m loving that sweet bunny with the carrot in your centerpiece. I have to have one of those! I’m finding so many things I want, like your blue and white pillows and dishes. You outdid yourself this season my friend. I am so inspired.

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    • Tammy says

      March 26, 2023 at 12:50 pm

      Kim, you are the sweetest. Thank you so much for your comment. I thought the blue and white salad plates in mixed patterns were fun. Plus, it did not break the bank. They are so reasonable.

      Reply
  17. Lora Bloomquist says

    March 24, 2023 at 8:12 pm

    I loved seeing all your Spring touches in your beautiful home, Tammy. Yellow looks good on your kitchen; it just makes you smile, doesn’t it? Thanks for the tour and thanks for letting us see those cute doggie faces; they’re adorable:)

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    • Tammy says

      March 26, 2023 at 12:49 pm

      Thank you, Lora. Those little girls are the sweetest. I am really liking using yellow inside with blue. It does make me smile.

      Reply
  18. Kate | Southern Home and Hospitality says

    March 24, 2023 at 11:17 pm

    Tammy your home is so beautifully decorated for spring! The pops of cheery yellow look great in your kitchen. And I especially love your table’s blue dishes and Mr. Big and his new carrot!!

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    • Tammy says

      March 26, 2023 at 12:48 pm

      Thank you, Kate. Can you believe it’s the first time ever using yellow in my home. I am such a blue and green gal.

      Reply
  19. Jen says

    March 27, 2023 at 12:32 am

    Your home looks so beautiful, Tammy. I love that your sweet pups joined you on the tour, and your Easter tablescape is so stunning! Happy to be hopping with you. Pinned!

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    • Tammy says

      March 27, 2023 at 9:26 pm

      Thank you so much for your comment and pinning, Jen. I do appreciate it.

      Reply
  20. Julie Briones says

    March 27, 2023 at 2:31 am

    Your home looks lovely, Tammy… I especially love the pops of lemon yellow and navy in your kitchen! And the cross on your hearth is a great reminder of what Easter is really about! Pinned!

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    • Tammy says

      March 27, 2023 at 9:25 pm

      Thank you my sweet friend. Julie, yes we should never forget what the meaning of Easter is about. I keep that cross out as a reminder.

      Reply

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