The ULTIMATE Spring Home Guide

Melissa Meares
Apr 11
3 min read

Spring is finally here! The flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping, and the earth is finally awakening from her slumber. I've been gathering and curating the ultimate spring guide : everything to get your in the spring spirit from drinks and treats, outdoor adventures, and decor for your home!

Free (or nearly free!) ways to enjoy Spring

Kitchen countertop with a black vase of yellow flowers, cookbooks, iced coffee, glasses, and basil. Knives hang on the wall above.

I made a fun printable PDF Spring Bucket List. You can grab that here!

Bring the Outdoors In

Clip fresh branches or wildflowers and display them in a vase
Start a few herb cuttings in water for a windowsill garden
Open the windows wide and let the breeze freshen your space
Create a mini indoor greenhouse with repurposed jars and seed starters
Collect fallen moss or pinecones for a natural centerpiece

Refresh Your Home

Swap out heavy blankets for light, airy throws in pastel tones
Rearrange your bookshelves with spring-colored covers facing out
Change your welcome mat to something bright and cheerful
Hang a DIY wreath using twigs, dried flowers, or ribbon
Switch up your hand soaps and candles with floral or citrus scents

Spring Self-Care & Slow Living

Take your morning coffee outside and enjoy the fresh air and birdsong
Refresh your beauty routine with a soft pink, peach, or lavender lipstick
Make a homemade sugar scrub with lemon and honey
Try a new floral or fresh scent for your perfume
Go on a walk and listen to a spring-inspired playlist

Seasonal Sips & Bites

Bake something light and citrusy—lemon loaf, key lime bars, or strawberry shortcake
Infuse water with fresh cucumber, mint, or berries
Make sun tea in a jar on your window sill
Try your hand at quick-pickled onions or radishes for salads
Pack a simple picnic, even if it’s just in your backyard

Get Outside & Explore

Visit a farmer’s market and pick up seasonal produce
Grab a basket and collect spring flowers, leaves, and seed pods
Ride your bike through your neighborhood or a scenic path
Go birdwatching—download an app to identify calls!
Find a quiet spot to read a book in the fresh air

Spring Scents

Have you heard of the idea of having a different scent in your home for each season? Smells are closely associated with memory, so I try to have a different scent for each season. For me, Fall is pumpkin apple, Winter is Cinnamon or Pine, Spring is something floral, and Summer is always a beachy scent. I've never found one for summer that I love, until I tried North Shore, by Antique Candle Co.

My all-time favorite candle company has given me a discount code for you all! MELISSA gets you 20% off candles. My favorite spring/ summer scents are Momma's Kitchen, Sweet Lemon, North Shores, and Georgia Peach!

Spring Decor Edit

Below, you'll find a collection of curated mood boards designed to inspire your spring decor, from charming cottagecore touches to minimalist seasonal accents. Are you a color or neutral lover? Either way, I got you covered!

Spring decor collage with bunny plates, floral mug, candles, and flower vase on green leaf-patterned background. Text: Target Spring Decor.

Target's spring collection is super cute this year! I love these scallop bowls and all the bunny decor!

I love that textures are still having a moment. So many fun rattan and jute pieces!

Pastels are really where my heart is the most happy. I found tons of colorful pieces and even some cute dishware! The bunny icon glass!

Spring Drinks & Treats

Spring makes me always want to try new drinks and treats. Lemon and lavender are an absolute must!

Easter Basket Guide

Easter is quickly approaching! I've rounded up some Easter basket, Easter candy and Easter dresses for your kids! Hopefully, this takes some of the pressure off the holiday!

There are so many fun gourmet candy and cookie ideas! The Harry and David Cherries have got to be my favorites!

Everything you need to make the cutest easter baskets! Nail polish kits, Lego bunny kits, Squishmallows, This is not your easter basket from the 90's!

Sets are IN! I've included a few two-piece sets, some fun swim covers, and plenty of dresses that you could wear on spring break or even a spring wedding!