Reads to welcome spring into a home
When the gloomy nights of winter are replaced by the fresh, fragrant days of spring, homeowners can transform their homes to match the changing seasons. Here are some books about crafts, gardening, hosting and other ways to welcome spring into a home.
‘The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters’
By Priya Parker
Gorgeous weather means more opportunities for barbecues and other outdoor celebrations, and hosts can take their gatherings to the next level with this book, which makes a case for unique, human-centered celebrations.
‘The Backyard Gardener: Simple, Easy, and Beautiful Gardening With Vegetables, Herbs, and Flowers’ By Kelly Orzel
Not everyone was born with a green thumb, and complete beginners can start the gardening season off on the right foot with this read, which offers comprehensive instruction for creating a sustainable organic garden.
‘Handpicked: Simple, Sustainable, and Seasonal Flower Arrangements’
By Ingrid Carozzi, Paul Brissman and Eva Nyqvist
Nothing says springtime like a vase full of fresh-cut flowers, and this book provides a wealth of inspiration and information when it comes to creating effortlessly elegant flower arrangements, as well as tips about containers.
‘A Monk’s Guide to a Clean House and Mind’ By Shoukei Matsumoto
Springtime is synonymous with spring cleaning, and this guide explains how to tidy one’s home while freeing one’s mind to create a calm, pleasant atmosphere, including daily habits to help homes stay orderly.
‘Nature’s Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation That Starts in Your Yard’ By Douglas W. Tallamy
With wildlife on the decline, homeowners can do their part to sustain local fauna by following the guidelines laid out in this blueprint, which encourages readers to create conservation corridors by planting native flora in their yards.
‘One-Day Room Makeovers: How to Get the Designer Look for Less With Three Easy Steps’
By Martin Amado
Those who are weary of their decorating schemes after spending more time at home during the winter can refresh their rooms with this read, which explains quick, cost-effective tips to update a room’s walls, furniture and accessories.
‘Wild Creations: Inspiring Projects to Create Plus Plant Care Tips & Styling Ideas for Your Own Wild Interior’
By Hilton Carter
Known for his lush container gardens that transform homes into jungles, Hilton Carter shares 25 step-by-step projects for plant-lovers in this read, including instructions for air-plant wreaths, moss walls, terrariums and more.