Secretly Seeking Springtime

Spring is just around the corner; we can almost taste it. Gather your loved ones and take a trip to a colorful wonderland.

- TARA SLOGGETT

Springtime 2022 holds promise for all of us. Bring a smile to friends and family by celebrating together—using what you already have, bringing joy and hope in abundance. Start afresh. And, if you're a lover of color, as well as a little bit of a dreamer, let your whimsical nature run free with a springtime soirée.

PREPARATION FOR PERFECTION

Ensure you have all the ingredients to guarantee a stress-free, fun-filled gathering. Then, pack up your car and head into the great outdoors. Or, if you'd rather stay close to home, build your setting in your backyard, on the porch or on your deck. But don't forget a cooler. A fun, retro one is always a great touch.

SET THE SCENE

Create a beautiful springtime celebration with ease. Go for easy-to-transport furniture and colorful accessories.

• A pair of trestle legs and a plank of wood make an instant, perfectly shabby table.

• Linen always looks stylish, whether it's ironed or not, so forget the ironing and glam up your table with a large linen cloth.
• The more, the merrier. Armfuls of colorful wildflowers are perfect for filling recycled bottles and jars to place on your table.
• Never overlook what's growing wild. Even weeds make the prettiest of decorations, such as these trailing nasturtiums. Suspend the vine to create a pretty feature wall.

• "Keep your cool" under a beautiful umbrella that adds protection and charm.
• Baskets are must-haves for carrying throws or cushions or to use for fresh bread.

FOOD, GLORIOUS FOOD