Spring decoration/handmade

Brazil is a symbol of colour, cheerfulness and tropical climate. However, the whole year is the opposite of Europe or the USA. The seasons here are upside down. While elsewhere in the world it is autumn, in Brazil it is a cheerful spring with bright colours and decorations. How do Brazilians welcome it and how do they decorate their homes and streets?

A colourful start to spring in Brazilian style

The start of Brazilian spring falls in September. Its arrival completely changes the energy, bringing cheerfulness and creativity. Although winters here are mild, Brazilians always welcome spring. At this time, they renovate their houses, decorate and improve their gardens, which gradually fill up with colourful flowers. As a rule, they paint the rooms, rebuild the terraces and make the whole environment more comfortable with beautiful and vibrant decorations, which are often home-made. Freshness and positivity thus engulf every corner. Turquoise, pink, orange or lime are very popular shades.

Recycling as an art form

Brazilians do not indulge in frantic shopping for new decorations. They like to handcraft them themselves from used materials that they recycle in this way. Plastic bottles are popular, which are used to make hanging pots or cut flowers, which are then painted with acrylic paints. Many handicrafts are then passed down from generation to generation.

Inspiration from nature

Where else to find inspiration than in nature itself. A common spring decoration is made up of flowers that will last in warm and humid climates. These include orchids, bromeliads and hibiscus in particular. Decorations are then made of wood, palm leaves, shells or coconut fibres.

Macramé and crochet

Recently, the tradition of macramé, a technique of knotting ropes, has made a comeback. This can be used to create hanging pots or decorative tapestries. Crocheting vase covers, flower mats and tablecloths are equally popular.

Spring festivals and street decorations

For Brazilians, spring is a symbol of festivals, during which the streets are beautifully decorated with flowers, garlands or lanterns. Handmade birds and butterflies are commonly used to symbolise new beginnings. The season is simply very popular.

Homemade candles and fragrances

The spring season brings many scents of nature that carry over into the home. A popular activity is making homemade candles from coconut wax, which usually have floral scents. Similarly, essential oils are also popular and are used in diffusers to induce a sense of balance and harmony.

Sustainability in focus

The selection and production of the decorations is in the spirit of eco-design. Everything that Brazilians place in their rooms or around the house takes into account their relationship with nature. Recycled materials, simplicity and cosiness are thus the main features of the spring decorations.

When spring is brought into the soul

If you want to understand the Brazilians’ relationship with spring, you will find that it is not a season, but a state of mind. Their temperament is lively and joyful, and it manifests itself in their love of dance and music, which is reflected in their taste. They need to feel happy in their home , full of energy and in constant connection with nature.