Spring Decorating Ideas Beyond Flowers

"Florals? For spring? Ground breaking," Meryl Streep, as magazine editor Miranda Priestly, remarks drolly in the film version of "The Devil Wears Prada."

Miranda may be the epitome of sarcasm, but in this instance, she is right! Giving your home a spring makeover doesn't have to be solely about flowers and butterflies. Here are quick and affordable ways to give your home a spring makeover that will continue to shine through all four seasons.

Spring is about... organizing.

Spring cleaning may be an old-fashion term, but the sentiment remains the same. Before dusting and sweeping, take the time to clean out closets, bookshelves, underneath beds. It really is incredible what getting rid of clutter can do for any space. A recent move forced a "purge" of any excess "stuff." The final consensus? "Why didn't I do this sooner?"

You don't have to part with everything. For items that you wish to save but don't want to stare at, find some decorative boxes that can be stacked against walls or in corners - pieces that are pleasing to the eye. If you have the budget to invest in a piece of new furniture, consider a chest or armoire that can be a go-to place for much-needed supplies that are better left unseen (all the clutter that's taking over a desk area, for instance.)

Spring is about... themes.

I know, I know, I just said, "no flowers." But the theme for spring doesn't have to be spring. Do you live in the city but wish you were at the beach? Decorate with sea shells, starfish and nautical touches. Bring views of the city to rural areas with artwork and snapshots of city views. Or pick a foreign country you wish to visit and change your space to match - a French café, for instance.

Spring is about... parties.