It’s snowing today at Hillsdale Headquarters in Louisville,
Kentucky. The first day of spring was last week, and yet, we aren’t really
seeing the signs. But with Easter this weekend, we think it’s time to
manufacture a few of our own. Enjoy these decorating ideas that will bring a
little Easter/springtime inspiration to your home.
Simple centerpieces
Since we aren’t actually using them yet, put those pretty
watering cans to good use. Use one (or three) in place of traditional vases and
fill with a little water and your favorite bloom. We like tulips, but some
simple greenery would also have a lovely affect.
You can also break out those tiered cake stands and egg cups
for the occasion, and use them as small vases and holders for a series of fun
flower arrangements.
Seasonal wreaths
Wreaths aren’t only for Christmastime! Get creative and use
a hot glue gun to attach layers of faux spring branches to a pussy willow
wreath form. Twine-and-raffia carrots and small egg-filled nests add the
perfect finishing touches. All supplies are readily available at your local
craft store.
Daffodil darlings
Candy is a pretty important part of the Easter routine for
children and adults alike. Special occasions demand special presentations
though, and we like this daffodil craft idea from Martha Stewart. Make
daffodils from yellow and orange baking cups and flower cutouts, and place them
on your spring table or in special hiding places for your kids to find them. To
use these as place cards, write names on the petals.
Beautiful banners
This fun decoration multiplies quickly, thanks to simple
construction. Bring some festive cheer
to your dessert table, march the rabbits across a garland, sit them atop
cupcakes, or use them to offer sneak peeks into gift bags. For a simple how-to,
click here.
Classic candles
Celebrate spring with a little seasonal lighting
inspiration. Embellish pillar candles with blades of grass. Place the candles
on pastel saucers that set off the green grass blades, and display on a shelf
or mantel. Simply apply blades of real grass to light-colored pillar candles
using a nonflammable all-purpose glue stick. Vary the lengths and placement to
mimic natural growth. 
