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March 2005

Spring is the perfect time to update your home or office with a new look. Whether you are looking to change your entire house, a single room or just add accessories, the new looks for spring can be achieved no matter what your time or budget.

Spring 2005 Color Forecast
The new colors for Spring 2005 include bright and vivid colors. Oranges and reds take the lead but vibrant greens and blues are close behind. Pastel colors remain very popular and always add a touch of spring to any decorating scheme. A brighter and cleaner red is replacing the warm, earthy reds used in 2004. Spice and copper orange is still popular with the Old World look, however, decorators are introducing a carrot orange in the new 2005 color palettes.

Lighten Up
Do you have heavy drapes or dark-colored furniture? Spring is the time to update your look with a lighter, brighter view. Replace the drapes with airy sheers or silk curtains. Slipcover the sofa or chairs with a bright spring color or a pretty floral pattern. Be sure to browse our new silk and sheer collections for the perfect fabric for you new drapes! Don’t want to revamp your entire furniture collection? Add a splash of spring by enhancing your sofa or chair with a bright accent pillow or soft cotton throw.

Replace the Rugs
Cozy, thick rugs are perfect for winter temperatures. When the temperature heats up it means it’s time to replace them with light, cotton rugs in pastel, cool colors. This is also the perfect time to have your winter rugs cleaned or restored.

Jazz up your Patio
Spring and summer means moving your entertaining outdoors to your patio or deck. Jazz up your patio furniture by re-upholstering with a bright, new spring pattern from our Sunbrella Collection. Be sure to visit our outdoor planters page to find the perfect way to display your spring flowers and garden arrangements.

Bring out the Green
Bring in fresh green plants and bright floral arrangements to add a breath of fresh air to your living space. This is the easiest and quickest way to update your home with a spring look.

Sheer Is In
The new look for spring includes sheer, sheer and more sheer. Curtains, tablecloths, pillows and throws are the best items to replace with sheer fabric to create a fresh look for spring. Plain, embroidery and beaded sheers are all available in our fabric section.

Update your Accessories
Replace your cream and white candles with citrus colored and scented candles. Also, add glass vases and bowls in fresh new colors to accent your existing décor.