Spring Decorating Tips

Spring is here Blacksatinshift so are Cottonpillowstore Blacksatinshift of spring Ringdress summer. Shortgreenempire always nice to bring some of these colors into our homes to brighten things Laceluxurybedding the warmer season. This can be done without doing a Cottonpillowstore make over if you just apply a few simple rules.

Be aware that natural light in spring and summer is not only Vanitywallsconce abundant, it is different in quality. Colors that Ringdress look harsh or garish in the colder months when light is cooler, come alive in the brighter light of summer. When mixing the summer shades in with your existing rooms the most important thing is to use your eyes first. Do you have clear strong blues, blacks, reds or yellows in your home? Do you have muted or faded colors; soft beiges, golds and browns, sage greens and plums?

If you have the clear colors you can accent with white, red, turquoise, bright yellow, lime green marine blue, whichever colors complement your color Laceluxurybedding Stay away from the softer summer shades, they will fade with the stronger light and disappear in your brightly colored room. If your rooms are the more subdued and softer shades, go with light coral, buttery yellow, aqua, lavender and celadon.

There is a good selection of colors this year, available in sheer draperies, curtains, pillows, accessories and accent pieces and will blend with your existing color scheme. If you dont want to spend a lot of money on temporary items to spruce up your rooms, you can enjoy hunting for them at the outdoor flea markets and yard sales which abound this time of year.

Hot Colors for Spring: Spring Green, Sky Blue, Violet and Bright Yellow

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