Here in Oklahoma, spring means frequent storms. Even as I write this, the forecast for the afternoon shows tennis ball size hail, damaging winds, and “a few tornadoes possible”. Yuck! As much as I love flowers starting to bloom and the return of flip-flop season, I rather skip the bad weather and move right to summer.
My strategy for spring decor is pretty simple. I focus on adding plants, flowers, pink, and turquoise to our main living areas in affordable ways. I’m equal opportunity when it comes to real vs fake plants and flowers. In the entryway, I used some faux pink flowering branches on the console. Next to the front door, I used a real fern on the top of the cart.
We should be done with heavy coat weather now, so the coat rack was updated with light jackets. Luckily, my wardrobe matches my decor.
Backing a bit further from the entry, the same spring theme continues. It’s worth noting that this same decor will stick around through Christmas, so even though I keep calling it “spring”, I don’t actually redecorate for summer. Fall will just be the addition of a little orange into the mix.
I mentioned something being removed, and you may have noticed in the above photo. I’ve been dying to remove the glass doors from our upper cabinets to have more of a casual open shelf look. We finally did it last night!
Just removing the doors changed the feel of the kitchen for FREE.
I did splurge on a new gold tiered fruit stand (affiliate link) at Target. I love having citrus easy to grab for a snack (oranges & tangelos), margaritas (limes), or water (lemons).
The wall-mounted wine rack we had between the nook windows was retired because many seemingly normal size wine bottles didn’t fit in it. I was frustrated every time I tried to restock. Who needs added frustration? The wine moved to a rack on the counter, and I replaced the rack with an old piece of art we already owned. The colors in it aren’t my favorite, but it works until we find something perfect.
The tall plant in the corner above was a recent clearance find at Hobby Lobby. I couldn’t pass up $23 for something so tall! I imagine you’ll see it move all around the house in the future.
Here’s a close up of my favorite plant of the moment. Isn’t the pink fan cool?
That one is real so fingers crossed I can keep it alive!
On the other side of the kitchen, I updated the decor on top of the cabinet. Because it was past time for the snowy winter art to get packed up. 
I didn’t take new photos of the living room or bedroom since I’ve shared those recently. If you missed them, click on the images below to see more!
So that’s how we decorate for spring/summer around here. Nothing fancy or pricey, but all the plants and colors still add lots of life and happiness!
Lisa says
I love all the ? they add such life and cheer! Nice touch. I can’t wait to see the others but sadly drinking wine at work is frowned upon, so I will have to settle for coffee ?
Melissa George says
Clearly, a policy change is in order!
Lisa says
I couldn’t agree with you more!
Cassie Bustamante says
your home looks beautiful and fresh, melissa!
Melissa George says
Thanks Cassie! I love how fresh the plants are making it feel!
Designing Vibes says
Melissa,
I am so envious of your kitchen…it’s incredible, and on top of that, you have those gorgeous turquoise runners in there(I have those rugs on an inspiration board of mine and am determined to actually purchase them one day). And I am going to go to Oklahoma and steal that fabulous Marilyn artwork from you. I am quite the Marilyn (and turquoise) fan and have never seen that print anywhere. Gorgeous tour, friend!
Much Love,
Erica
Melissa George says
Thank you, Erica! I had never seen that print before either, and I couldn’t find it online anywhere to link to. It was a completely random find at Old Time Pottery and I think it was like $18. Already framed! I almost passed out right in the aisle, but I also felt the need to get her in my cart before someone saw her. Then, I seriously was super-protective of the cart, all paranoia someone was going to cart-snatch her. I found those large blue and white candles holders in the entry the same day, and they were only $4 for the shorter ones and $5 for the taller one. I felt like I had won the design lottery!
Designing Vibes says
haha. I am pretty obsessed with those candle holders too. Well, dang! Wish I had an Old Time Pottery nearby. Hope you stay safe with all of this crazy weather, friend.
Nicole says
I love how open, bright, and inviting your kitchen feels! Great touch with adding the open shelving 🙂
Melissa George says
Thank you, Nicole! I always aim for the house to look good, but still be inviting, so it makes my day that you used that word!
Krista says
Beautiful, Melissa!! I always love your use of colour; and how chic but comfortable your space feels!!
Angela, Blue i Style says
I’m loving all of your plants everywhere! And that teal Marilyn art is so amazing! She sets the perfect cool, relaxed vibe for spring and summer!
Tara @ Lehman Lane says
Such a pretty tour Melissa! Love the look of the open shelves where you took off the cabinet doors in your kitchen
Melissa George says
Thanks, Tara! I can’t wait to add some color and pattern to the back of that cabinet!
Amanda says
I’m loving all the navy and I just adore those vintage style blue rugs in your kitchen! I’ve been wanting to switch up the rug by my kitchen island and you’ve totally inspired me! Loved everything, friend.
Melissa George says
Thanks, Amanda!
Kim@NewlyWoodwards says
I love all the touches of aqua – such a perfect touch for spring and summer!
Amanda @ Love & Renovations says
The entryway! Those chairs! I LOVE them! Your kitchen is also stunning!