To me, it's vital.
I'd go bonkers if I didn't have at least a little piece of outside to escape to.
Unless the mosquitoes are really biting, or it's so hot that I risk passing out,
Unless the mosquitoes are really biting, or it's so hot that I risk passing out,
I'm sitting on my deck every chance I get.
I'd like to sleep out there, if it wasn't for the fact that I'm terrified of critters.
I couldn't wait to move to the 'burbs and create an outdoor room.
It took me years, however, to turn it into a space I was really happy with.
But, I get bored with things quickly, so every summer,
It took me years, however, to turn it into a space I was really happy with.
But, I get bored with things quickly, so every summer,
I tweak the deck just a bit with new accessories.
One summer, just for laughs, we rearranged the deck furniture.
It's stayed that way, and probably will, since we like it better this way.
You can see what it used to look like here.
Changing up the flower pots is one way
I keep the deck from looking the same year after year.
The herb box Mr. Goo Shoes made me last summer
is something new to "decorate."
I bought the herb signs on sale at Michael's for 80 cents each. A steal!
I had to have this red metal basket from Christmas Tree Shops.
The hummingbird feeder is a pretty accent in this flower pot.
I haven't seen a hummingbird go near it, though.
I guess I like it more than they do!
Another hummingbird feeder hangs just off the deck.
They love this one!
More about that in an upcoming post.
A yellow metal table from Home Goods was supposed to be for the garden nook,
The biggest change we made this year,
was adding an umbrella over the sitting area.
Mr. Goo Shoes found it online, and it's perfect.
It provides shade only part of the day,
but it does keep the birds from pooping on the furniture... a bonus!
There are solar lights on the inside.
They don't provide any light, but do set the mood.
I still use some favorites from previous summers --
a red lantern, rusted crown, and green crackled flower pots, all from Home Goods.
The black lantern is a fave, even though one glass pane has broken,
and another fell out.
At least I can take pictures of it without any glare, lol.
Throw pillows (from Pier 1) and the green garden stool (from Home Goods) still make me happy.
Just for fun, here's what the deck looked like in early spring
(along with a lovely shot of Sadie's rear end)...
Hmmm...my flip-flops are looking a little worn,
and my purse is a bit past it's prime.
I could use a few new accessories for my wardrobe.
Everybody into the car - let's go to the mall!
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Oh my goodness your deck looks amazing! Really you have decorated it beautifully!
ReplyDeleteHi Amy, your have such a pretty deck and I love all of your colorful accessories to dress it up! Enjoy the end of the week.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Julie xo
Well, for starters, I think Sadie DOES have a lovely rear end. I'll trade with her any day.
ReplyDeleteThere's nothing on your deck I don't love. The rug, the planters, the cute accessories. You rocked it out big time Amy.
When we bought our umbrella for the table it too had those lights, but I think I broke them. :(
Just beautiful. I love decks, flowers, umbrella, patio furniture...and yours all look so inviting. Have to show a picture of Sadie front-wards! haha...
ReplyDeleteI love your back deck area! It's so pretty with the furniture and the large umbrella with the lights under it. I love that big umbrella for shade. I've never seen one like that before. Looks like you have a nice private backyard too. It has been so hot here that we don't use ours during the day. We have to wait till the evening.
ReplyDeleteLovely!
ReplyDeleteI love the furniture, umbrella and all the touches of red.
ReplyDeleteI love your deck, so homey!! I could relax there, lol.
ReplyDeleteYou have created a lovely outdoor space! So inviting. I could easily sit there with a nice cold drink flipping through a home décor magazine! Have fun at the mall!! Diane
ReplyDeleteAmy, what an inviting space! No wonder you spend every moment you can out there, it is a true outdoor living room, and magical at night. You definitely have a talent for creating lovely container gardens.
ReplyDeleteI went to your link and it made me homesick for fall and pumpkins! But we won't rush it. Your deck is too pretty now to hurry frost along.
Dewena
Hi Amy :)
ReplyDeleteYour porch looks lovely, especially with the glow at night. I'm a sucker for porches at that time ;)
I loved reading about your trip to Italy and I can't wait to see more.
xo,
rue
It's lovely and all of those wonderful tall trees surrounding you ...I can feel the cool shade and the breeze :)
ReplyDeleteIt's lovely and all of those wonderful tall trees surrounding you ...I can feel the cool shade and the breeze :)
ReplyDeleteI love cozy and pretty decks and you've got just that Amy! Here's to wishing our summer will be a long one!
ReplyDeleteVery nice! I could sit out there day or night! Time to have a girls get together on your deck!
ReplyDeleteI love your deck! Some great ideas here. Think I must go shopping now. . .
ReplyDeleteAmy - your deck looks lovely, so inviting ... I could sit there all day.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely weekend.
All the best Jan
Hi Amy, I love you flowers and the way your deck is decorated for summer! Thanks for sharing this at our Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
ReplyDeleteI love all of these ideas! So cute!
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining the Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
Looks beautiful! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! This looks so amazing. Pinned and tweeted. Thank you for bringing such amazing creations to our party. We hope to see you tonight at 7 pm because we LOVE to party with you! Lou Lou Girls
ReplyDeleteGday! Im here via Julies linky party! What a gorgeous space you've created! I love gardening, as does our giant Golden Retriever! Weve got a minimalist but pretty space out back, Im looking forward to beautifying it in future, glad to have found your blog for inspo! :) have a great day!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely outdoor space you've created. I hope you can enjoy it as much as possible before it gets cold.
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