In the May issue of Better Homes & Gardens they feature chalky pastels and include some tips on how to use them. Being a lover of pastels I had to share these pretty colors. Soft and cheery are great words to describe them for they bring a touch of happy to any space.

Using them on the walls will make a room seem larger so painting a small space a lighter hue is a great idea, if thats what you’re going for. Painting a ceiling will do the same. Accessories that showcase springs beautiful colors help brighten up a space so touches of pretty pastels here and there create a flow of sunshine.

{Spinach White: Sherwin Williams – Raspberry Ice: Benjamin Moore – Mild Mint: Olympic – Filtered Sunlight: Ace Hardware – Inviting Warmth: BH&G for Glidden}

Here are some examples of using pastels successfully. Hope they inspire you to bring spring closer to home. Surrounding yourself with happy colors makes all the difference.

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