Think Colors of Spring!

I know for many of us living here in Michigan, it is most difficult with our ongoing snow falls to even imagine Spring is really on it's way...but it will be here soon.

In reading my latest periodicals on Home Decor the new Market has once again brought about new colors. One of the most popular, and a favorite of mine is shades of Aqua. I have to say, I felt a bit 'smug' when reading about Aqua, as I had painted my kitchen this 'feel good color' a couple years back....must have been ahead of my time! Of course you can use this wonderful color of nature in a much smaller scale, as an accent color in pillows or pottery and glassware. But, in it's softest shades it is so soothing for walls and upholstery. One site that I found wonderful to view and get inspired was : everythingturquoise.com.

Also, the vivid color of 'blue iris' has come forward to brighten your days, and shake off those Winter Day blahs. Lavendar, a softer shade within the violet family (as seen in the throw created by my disabled sister, and available in my e-bay store) will usher in Spring as well. Along with the 'greens' that make us all a bit more environmentally aware, they become a striking pair!

I have recently returned from a brief trip to Florida...that quite literally turned into a nightmare. (Giant spider and 30 degree weather is NOT what we had planned for!) But, none-the-less I must tell you it gave me a jump-start on thinking Spring. I have begun some current paintings of song birds of Michigan as well as my continued work as a ReDesigner in several homes wanting room makeovers.

I am getting excited with the prospect of Spring...how about you?

I would love to hear from all of you and what projects you are involved in.

Kindly,

Sandi