When the weather heats up, it’s a great time to cool off —your decorating that is. Want to infuse your home with a cool, summery feel? Here are a few ways to do it quick!

1. Slipcovers: nothing says cool and comfy like bright white slipcovers. They instantly brighten the room and they feel great on bare legs.

2. Curtains: lose the heavy curtains and replace them with gauzy sheers. Sheers provide an instant freshness and they’re beautiful blowing in an evening breeze.

3. Dress dark furniture with summer brights. Tables and dressers can be transformed with light colored or summery patterned runners, placemats or cloths.

4. The season’s best: bring fresh flowers indoors. Whether they’re from a florist or your own cutting garden, fresh is always best.

5. A bit of the tropicale: seasonal and tropical items and prints are a great whimsical way to summer up your space. Palm tree pillows, starfish, coral on the mantel, boat paddles, if it’s from the islands, it’s a sure thing!

And last but not least, always have fresh lemonade or iced tea on hand for summer guest or just yourself.

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