#30Seconds Live: All Things Spring & Easter With Celebrity Event Planner Debi Lilly! by Christine Jones

We got into the spring and Easter spirit when Debi Lilly, CEO and founder of A Perfect Event and an extraordinary event planner, spent the day with us. Read on to learn the top spring decor trends, get easy DIY ideas, tips for fun tablescapes, recipes and more!

Q: What are top Easter décor trends this season?

• Soft, organic, natural hues and dusty pastels are the big trends for spring.
• Bring the outside in with branches, vines, cuttings to create the garden chic vibe.
• Long-lasting flowering plants and colorful spring tulips and daffodils are top floral trends.
• Fresh green grass is always on trend – and looks gorgeous in baskets and bowls.

@30seconds A1: Fresh green grass is always on trend – and looks gorgeous in baskets and bowls. #30seconds @debililly pic.twitter.com/HTA9R3KKQ3

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) April 13, 2017

Q: What are easy DIY Easter and spring tips for your home?

• Chocolate bunny terrariums are fun for kids – bunny, Easter grass and candy eggs.
• Wheatgrass makes instant, long-lasting bright-green grass décor.
• Tulips in ombre design from light to dark of same color equals easy elegance.

@30seconds A2: Choc Bunny Terrariums are fun for kids-bunny, easter grass, candy eggs. #30seconds @debililly pic.twitter.com/v6AxLuV3x7

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) April 13, 2017

Q: What are fast Easter and spring tablescape looks on a budget?

• Unroll wrapping paper for instant runner down table.
• Add small vases with simple florals for dramatic collection instead of one vase.
• Always, always add votives and candles – instant romance.
• Personalize each setting with handwritten guest name and menu written out by kids.

@30seconds A3: Unroll wrapping paper for instant runner down table. #30seconds @debililly pic.twitter.com/iH0J8sX9c9

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) April 13, 2017

Q: What are your favorite recipes for Easter and springtime?

• Flatbread with fig jam, feta, arugula and bacon.
• Pretty soup like carrot or asparagus with herb and croutons.
• Roast salmon with herbs, black pepper, lemon – so pretty!
• Slices of cake with fresh mint, berries and a scoop of gelato.

@30seconds A4: Pretty soup like carrot or asparagus with herb and croutons. #30seconds @debililly pic.twitter.com/pD4da6mlnI

— Debi Lilly (@debililly) April 13, 2017

Be sure to follow @DebiLilly and @APerfectEvent, visit DebiLilly.com, like her on Facebook and check out her 30Seconds page!