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It is hard to believe that summer is only a few weeks away and that now is the perfect time to get ready to decorate. Summer decorating is a wonderful time to lighten up the colors and fabrics in your home. While you may not be able to decorate every room, there are numerous ways to add summer flair.
Replace heavy drapery with light sheers. The sheers provide an airy appeal while letting in the sunshine. If removing your existing drapery is not an option, consider changing just the valance and tiebacks to a lighter color. Another option is to use grapevine wreaths, strands of beads, artificial flowers, or decorative ribbons as your tiebacks or swag holders.
Items that are not useful in the summer such as blankets, throws, and heavy quilts should be stored away and replace them with more colorful accent pieces.
Lighten up the color of your sofa by placing a slipcover on it or replacing your dark colored pillows with lighter colors.
Give the dining room and kitchen summer flair by placing light colored slipcovers on your all-wood dining room or kitchen chairs.
To add a lighter summer touch to your dark wood tables, use white lace or doilies as runners or tablecloths.
If you have a heavy bedspread, considering replacing it with a lightweight linen blanket.
Bring in the outdoors by adding fresh flowers in vases or baskets to counters, tabletops, and nightstands.
Decorating your home for the summer does not have to be complicated or cost a lot of money.
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