Ruthie's Easter/Spring Decorating Favorites

by:  Pottery Barn
 (Check out Pottery Barn's New Catalog, it has a fabulous new look)
 
Spring is seen as a time of growth, renewal, of new life (both plant and animal) being born.  We are all starting to think about Easter and the renewal that brings to our lives.  I love this time of year because we gather with our families and friends to celebrate the resurrection of our savior.   I love this quote:
 
"Our Lord has written the promise of resurrection, not only in books alone, but in every leaf in springtime." Martin Luther
 
Beautiful reminder as we watch things start to bloom and blossom.
 
 
Speaking of needing renewal, I've been diagnosed with Asthma which has put me in bed for a few days to try and get myself well after an ER visit and many, many breathing treatments.  Trying to figure out what triggers the attacks.  In the meantime, I'm looking at it as a time for rest and trying to appreciate that.  It's hard for me to sit still but I'm learning that it's necessary for our bodies to recover. 
 
Martha Stewart Living
 
  So....what have I been doing while in bed?  You guessed it, catching up on Spring Ideas.  I've put together some images that are my favorites of the year.  For Easter, some like a formal table, some take their families to the park and some of us barbecue!  I've picked a few of my favorite Spring and Easter decor ideas to get your ideas flowing while you plan for this special time.  Thought I'd save you some Pinterest searching time. 
 
If you don't follow me on Pinterest already, click the link and start following me.  I'll do all the work for you and find the most inspiring images out there being pinned.
 
 
by: Focal Point Styling
 
Painted metallic eggs - Love this look.
 
 
(by  Focal Point Styling)
 
My absolute favorite color combinations!  So refreshing for a new spring color combination, instead of pink and green.
 
Here are some other amazing ideas from Pinterest for eggs.
 
 
White Sharpie!  Just imagine what else you could do with these color!
 
 
Decoupage with tissue paper!
 
 
Black Chalkboard Paint brilliance.
 
(by Dreamy Whites)
 
Love the Pink and White!
 
 
Classy Spring decor from Houzz.com
 
 
Gorgeous color combinations with a pop of mossy green.
 
  
Whimsical
 
 
Perfect setting for a Spring brunch.
  
 
 
 
Cute as could be!
 
(Pinterest)
 
I posted this picture last year and still love it!
 
(Pinterest)
 
 
I love this collection of pink and yellow pots with a variety of potted plants.
 
(Houzz.com)
 
I have an umbrella, I'm totally going to do this!
 
(Dreamy Whites)
 
Fresh picks from the garden.
 
 
Wow, cupcake paper cups.  Very creative.
 
(I love when blogs or websites watermark their pictures)
 
Spring into Spring with vintage bed springs. 
 
Tidymoms.com
 
These bunny cookies would make any tummy happy.
 
(Pinterest)
 
Burlap and moss is still all the rage this year.
 
 
but....my question of the day is, what do you think about this mesh ribbon?  I'm not that crazy about it but it seems to be everywhere in the crafting world.  I'd love to hear your personal opinion in my comments feed.
 
(Etsy.com)
 
Check out this link Midwest Living for some more wonderful spring ideas.
 
Happy Spring Everyone!
 
 
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Decorate with fresh flowers, it will change your mood

Don't forget to "renew" your space with fresh flowers.

Romantic Homes Magazine - Spring/Summer 2010
Just about every magazine front cover has a picture of fresh flowers included in the room of whatever house they are featuring.  Flowers are a necessity to every room and create an incredible colorful splash and at the same time create a "happy" mood.
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My favorite color flower
I was at the grocery store this weekend (my dreaded chore) and I bumped into a friend.  I noticed that she had some beautiful flowers in her shopping cart.  I asked about them and she said she bought them for herself as a treat to cheer up her home.  LOVE IT!


Isn't this simply gorgeous?

My friend reminded me how the small things like a beautiful fresh flower arrangement on your coffee table, entry table, bathroom or kitchen counter can immediately change the mood of the room. We often think that flowers are only for special occasions.  Nowadays you can even buy one flower stem if you are on a budget.  Even that is a nice touch to your space.
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I'm working on a project and will share with you during another post.  Love the color of these florals.

I had my annual "Girlfriends PJ Party" this weekend at my house and had some beautiful gladiolas in a tall vase that my husband gave me the day before Valentines Day.  I am kinda crazy in the fact that I prefer to get flowers on days other than the day you expect them.  My husband is so wonderful and now brings me flowers around the special day and sometimes on the day too.  I'm not a high maintenance kind of girl but this is one area that I hate to say but am high maintenance.
Anyway, I thought the gladiolas would last until my party, they were beautiful red ones.  I came home about 2 hours before my party and they looked terribly sad.  I didn't HAVE to have flowers for this party but knew it would make the party feel special.  I immediately called my dear friend Sue who was "early" for the party and on her way and asked her to pick up some "tall" flowers for me.
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This is what she came home with!  Of course she had selected several different kinds and actually asked the florist at Tom Thumb for other selections that might be behind closed doors that we could use.  She hit the jackpot and they gave her several choices that weren't out on the floor.  She brought her selections home (good ones) and we put our own arrangement together making it look beautiful.   Thank you Sue and Tom Thumb for these beautiful Cherry Blossom branches and pink tulips!
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Love this one!
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Buy yourself some flowers or a flower this week and see how your mood changes, hope it's happy!

Ruthie