Prepare for Spring! 6 Ways to Make the Most of the Coming Weekend

Bring some greenery into the house, give your bedroom a refresh and stretch your legs with a brisk walk

By Laura Gaskill | Courtesy of houzz.com

1. Make a list of spring home projects you want to tackle. Whether you’re hoping to do a deep spring cleaning this year or have your eye on a bigger project — like remodeling the kitchen — this is a good time to start planning. Get all of your ideas on paper (or organized in a Houzz ideabook) and assess which projects you’d like to tackle first.

2. Pick out some new houseplants. A bit of extra greenery around the house in winter lifts spirits and helps clean the air. Even if you don’t need any more houseplants, a visit to the nursery is a cheerful outing in winter. Indulge in a browse, and maybe pick up some plant food or a new pot to give the plants you already have some TLC.

3. Give your bedroom a refresh. A clean, inviting bedroom makes for a more peaceful bedtime and restful sleep. Take some time to clear clutter from around your bed, make up the bed with fresh sheets and give the whole room a thorough vacuuming to get rid of built-up dust. (Don’t forget under the bed.)

4. Get to know your home tech devices. If you haven’t taken the time to figure out how all of the features on your smart devices work, why not make this the weekend you learn? Virtual home assistants and smart speakers can help with all sorts of tasks, from turning on lights to making calls — but not if you’re not sure how to use them! If you can’t figure it out, invite a tech-savvy friend over for coffee in exchange for a quick tutorial.

5. Read a book that’s already on your shelf. If you like to read, chances are you have a TBR (that’s “To Be Read,” for the uninitiated) stack somewhere in your house. Instead of adding yet another book, browse your own shelves and choose one to dive into next. Make yourself a pot of tea, sink into a favorite chair and escape for awhile.
 

6. Take a winter walk. Depending on where you live, the world outside your window may look like a snowy wonderland or on the cusp of spring. Either way, getting outdoors in winter probably takes some extra effort — but it’s usually well worth it. Bundle up well, and reward yourself for braving the elements by toting along a container of hot cider or cocoa.