Living in Denver, sometimes winter lingers. However, that does not stop me from getting excited about spring! Spring fever has set in here even as the snow continues to fall. Having just used all of the soft and colorful fresh flowers for my Valentine’s Day decor (click here to see), it definitely got me in the mood for all things spring and Easter. Today, I am sharing some tips for creating simple spring or Easter decor.
Tips for Creating Simple Spring or Easter Decor
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One of my favorite comedian/actors is Robin Williams (he is greatly missed in this household!). He once so eloquently said, “Spring is nature’s way of saying ‘Let’s Party!'” Spring absolutely feels like a party to me. New blooms, fresh colors and brighter, warmer days are all reasons to celebrate!
I know it might seem crazy to be decorating so early, but I only started with this first project to get things going. This is a long process!! We spend a lot of time in our kitchen so I couldn’t resist starting there. Table settings and other decor will be happening over the next couple of weeks. We host a large Easter Dinner party every year and this year will be no exception. More on that coming soon!
For this vignette, I wanted to keep things neutral and fresh looking considering all of the white in my kitchen. This design would also be great for a buffet, a console or even a centerpiece for a table setting.
For the base, I started with one of my favorite wood serving trays that I bought at West Elm a couple of years ago. Using this on my white counters provides a nice contrast. If your counters are darker, you could use a lighter tray or serving platter. My island is 16 feet long, so this large tray does the trick. However, it would be so easy to size this look down if the area you are wanting to decorate is smaller.
If you have read any of my posts about how to use apothecary jars in your decorating projects, you know I love using them throughout my home. Check this one out HERE. For this design, I decided instead to use a cake plate and dome so I had a wider, flat surface to hold the moss as a starting point. The goal was to make it feel like the bunnies were “hanging out” in the garden.
Featuring the preserved moss helps create a fresh, natural look for the vignette, plus it won’t die or go bad. This decor will be sitting on my counter through Easter, so I don’t want to have to keep changing out greenery or fresh flowers.
I have had the white ceramic bunnies for years and they were a perfect starting point since they tie in so well with my white cabinets and countertops. If you have a more vintage or country look in your home, you could use whatever style bunnies that you have. Depending on the size of your tray or the number of bunnies you have to use, you could also use any number of bunnies to create this look.
Once I decided on the tray, the vessel for the centerpiece and the bunnies, I jaunted off to Hobby Lobby for the moss, the eggs, and other fun finds. I flipped over the moss eggs! Using different textures, colors and sizes of eggs is part of what adds character to the design. Hobby Lobby also has a great selection of faux potted spring florals and greenery which is precisely what I was searching for. These potted white lilies of the valley were perfect! I also loved the tiny potted greenery to add softness…only $4.99 each! Aren’t they the cutest?!
In the cake dome, I placed the moss first and then the faux plants. All that was left to do was to randomly plop in the eggs. Super cute! Next, I placed the bunnies and added in the rest of the green accessories. Votive holders (candles are always a must!) were next and finally the rest of the eggs. Easy peasy!
The nice thing about this design is that you can easily incorporate your own colors and style and make it your own. Be creative and get your spring party on with these easy tips for creating simple spring or Easter decor.
So cute! Love all of it!
Thanks! I enjoy walking past it…it just makes me happy!
Beautiful decor, and I live in montana, so i am equally ready for spring! I might have to buy some of the items you mentioned!
Thank you so much, Cherryl! I love Montana, so I feel you. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
Your spring Easter decor is all so adorable! I have spring fever too, here in New Mexico.
Oh, yes…you are close by! Hang in there…it will be here soon! Thank you for your kind words!
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Oh, I am so glad Connie! You made my day! Happy Sunday!
LOVE! Here from Friday Friends Parade, and I’m so glad I followed your link. This is absolutely beautiful… really! I have pinned (and actually created my Spring Decor board just for this post!) Thank you!
Wow, Julie! That is so sweet of you to say!! That is so fun that you created a new board. I am so glad you stopped by! I have a large board on Pinterest with other Easter decorating ideas. 🙂
This is just precious! It’s simple, but packs a big spring punch!
Thank you so much, Rebecca! I am so glad you liked it! Thank you for stopping by!
Great art.
Thank you so much Lisa! I am sorry for the tardy response, but I have been out of town with no cell service! 🙂
Such a beautiful easter decor! Thank you for inspiration.
You bet! Thank you for stopping by!
This is so pretty and elegant. Pinned.
Thank you so much, Kay! I appreciate the pinning. 🙂
And here we are, a year later, and you are sharing on MY link party now! God is good! Love your Easter decor to this day!
Awww. You are the sweetest and I appreciate your support more than you know! What a year it has been!! XO
Hi Holly! I was thrilled to feature your beautiful tips on spring/Easter decor. Your vignette is perfect! Thanks so much for joining my Homestyle Gathering party and sharing.
Delighted Kim! Julie is such a sweetheart and I enjoy participating with you sweet ladies!
Love, love, love your decor! Could you give me the dimensions of your cutting board? I want to recreate it for my kitchen island. Thank you!
You bet, Mary! The serving part of the board is 34″ long. I bought mine a West Elm several years ago but I don’t think they carry it anymore. 🙁 I would love to see what you put together!!
Thank you so much! I will definitely share when it is done. 🙂
Great! I can’t wait to see it!!
Love this inspiration!
I am so glad you like it, Ella! Have a great day!
Such lovely decor! I’m getting my cabinets refinished next week and then after that I’m decorating for spring and easter. The cabinet refinishing project has a big budget, so I’m trying to find cheaper ways to decorate. I have some candles and neutral eggs from past years’ decor and crafts, so I might use those to create a similar arrangement as yours. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much, Ella! I am sure it will be beautiful! Happy Easter!