Full of the joys of spring – that’s Robert Dyas’s Visual Merchandising Manager, Janine Tanner. A decorating expert with decades of experience, she knows exactly how to make Easter a visual celebration. With tips for the home and the garden, she can sprinkle spring magic both inside and out. Check out her tips below for the perfect Easter home.
Setting the Table for Spring
To begin the transformation inside, Tanner recommends creating a “springtime statement” tablescape. The foundation is a set of pink dinnerware, priced at £28.99, which provides a soft base for the arrangement. She suggests adding fresh spring flowers, though she acknowledges that real blooms can be expensive. For those looking to manage costs, faux options offer a practical alternative. Specifically, Mica Fuchsia Poppies at £2.99 and Mica Salmon Dahlias at £3.99 are noted as items that can be brought out year after year.
The centerpiece of this setup is designed to be both stunning and interactive. Tanner advises placing garden twigs in a vase already decorated with battery-powered lights. These lights can be chosen in warm white or multi-coloured variants, with prices starting from £9.99. To finish the look, twine costing £3.99 is used to hang small painted eggs from the twigs. This step, Tanner notes, is one children will love to help with, adding a personal touch to the display.
Extending the Garden into a Room
For outdoor spaces, Tanner treats the garden as an extra room for decorating. She emphasizes that pastels are the most apt colours for Easter, urging homeowners to incorporate plenty of these spring shades. Sanctuary Hanging Baskets and 40cm Plant Pots, both available in blue, green, and grey, are key items. These range from £7.99 for the baskets to £15.99 for the pots. To illuminate the space, she suggests colourful solar stake lights at £3.99 for garden paths and solar lanterns at £6.99 hung on tree branches.
A cordless solar lamp, costing £5.99, can be placed on an outdoor table to provide a warm evening glow. On patios, colourful features like the Flamboya Lemon Table, priced at £29.99, help create quirky displays. Tanner also suggests using a small decorative watering can as a planter, specifically the leaf-patterned Smart Garden Planter Can at £9.99. This small detail adds a sense of individuality to the outdoor area.
String lights are essential for the final touch. Two-tone Eureka rechargeable string lights, available for £9.99, are recommended to wind around tree trunks. This simple action transforms the garden into what Tanner calls an Easter sanctuary. To ensure comfort during these outdoor gatherings, she reminds readers to include a blanket, such as the pastel green Furn. Harrow Fleece Throw at £16.99. A patio heater, like the Shadow Diffusion Tabletop Patio Heater at £90.99, is also suggested to keep visitors toasty on chilly spring evenings.
Front Doors and Kids’ Corners
Kerb appeal is addressed with a spring wreath, which costs £46.99. This single item adds instant charm to a front door. For those with limited outdoor space, such as a balcony or just a doorstep, pastel solar lanterns at £6.99 each and string lights in sealed jars offer viable alternatives. Rechargeable multi-coloured string lights, priced at £14.99, can add pops of spring colour to these smaller areas.
Inside the home, the focus shifts to kids’ rooms, where decor can often clash with a curated aesthetic. Tanner suggests using wicker baskets to store eggs and Easter goodies. The JVL Seagrass Storage Basket, priced at £14.99, is a good option for this purpose. For toys, she recommends placing soft Easter-themed items on low shelves. The Cuddle Crew 50cm Bunnies, available for £12.99 each, are highlighted for their neutral colours. These bunnies look lovely in any room and serve as a cute Easter gift, blending functionality with seasonal charm.