Finally - the to-do list and the weather have cooperated and I can show you my patio redo! So what we started with was this - the world's smallest patio. And I wanted to turn it into a book nook, since a single chair was almost the only thing that that would fit out there.
And here is what I have done to it! Check it out!
And here is what I have done to it! Check it out!
Ta-da! I love it! Here are some more pics! (I apologize in advance for the pic intensive post!) A view from farther away. It looks great from the street! (And per the hubby - my neighbors are a lil jealous of it!)
I hung my PB Knockoff Mason Jar Lanterns on them! They are sooo cute!
I also added two Shepard's Hooks with hanging baskets and some other planters. I am loving all the flowers out here!
Speaking of flowers - I am in love with these! They are called Mandevilla or Brazilian Jasmine. They have the most gorgeous blooms!
I am in love with them (I know I already said it once - but I mean it)! So much so that I am actually going to try to winter them inside once it starts getting cold!
They are sooo beautiful! They are supposed to bloom all summer long and can climb a trellis to over 15 feet high! I love em! I plan on posting so more pics later this summer so I can show you their progress!
And of course - every book nook needs a place to sit and read. Here is mine. My chair is a rocker - which I love. I also have an umbrella for the stand under that table that I can use to shade my fair-skinned self if it is too sunny! And of course, a comfy pillow!
Ahhh... now if you don't mind, I have a glass of iced tea and a book to get in to! Anyone got any good summer reads for me this summer?
So let's break down the changes I made. First, I built these fantastic lattice planters. I was inspired by this project at HGTV Rate my Space. I am going to do a run down this week on how to build them.
I also added two Shepard's Hooks with hanging baskets and some other planters. I am loving all the flowers out here!
Speaking of flowers - I am in love with these! They are called Mandevilla or Brazilian Jasmine. They have the most gorgeous blooms!
I am in love with them (I know I already said it once - but I mean it)! So much so that I am actually going to try to winter them inside once it starts getting cold!
They are sooo beautiful! They are supposed to bloom all summer long and can climb a trellis to over 15 feet high! I love em! I plan on posting so more pics later this summer so I can show you their progress!
And of course - every book nook needs a place to sit and read. Here is mine. My chair is a rocker - which I love. I also have an umbrella for the stand under that table that I can use to shade my fair-skinned self if it is too sunny! And of course, a comfy pillow!
Ahhh... now if you don't mind, I have a glass of iced tea and a book to get in to! Anyone got any good summer reads for me this summer?
**UPDATE - the "how-to" build these beautiful boxes is up! Check it out!
Linking this up to
Met Monday with Susan @ Between Naps on the Porch
Made it Monday with Jules @ The Persimmon Perch
It's So Very Creative with Cheri @ It's So Very Cheri
DIY Day with Kimba @ A Soft Place to Land
Trash to Treasure Tuesday with Kimm @ Reinvented
Saturday Night Special with Donna @ Funky Junk Interiors
And because this was my FAVORITE project of the month, I am also linking it up to the Best DIY Projects of May Party with Traci @ Beneath My Heart. Head over and check out the rest of blogland's favorite projects!
Made it Monday with Jules @ The Persimmon Perch
It's So Very Creative with Cheri @ It's So Very Cheri
DIY Day with Kimba @ A Soft Place to Land
Trash to Treasure Tuesday with Kimm @ Reinvented
Saturday Night Special with Donna @ Funky Junk Interiors
And because this was my FAVORITE project of the month, I am also linking it up to the Best DIY Projects of May Party with Traci @ Beneath My Heart. Head over and check out the rest of blogland's favorite projects!
oh my gosh, i love it. you had great design ideas here, for sure. you made the space feel bigger, private, and comfortable. can't believe it's the same cement slab snore!
ReplyDeleteIt looks fantastic!!! Great job!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice little corner to getaway to!
ReplyDeleteThat is so adorable, I love what you did, now we have atmosphere galore!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat job. Looks great-like the mason jars-so cute-
ReplyDeleteKarryann
You did such a great job with such a little space! I'm anxious to see how that vine does, as I want some kind of vine, too.
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Very nice! I've never been able to get a vine to actually climb what I want it to. That's going to be so pretty!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great use of space ! Looks like a perfect place to sit with a glass of lemonade and a good book - Enjoy !
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I cannot believe the after. You did a great job!! I need to get out in the dreary back yard now and make it look alive.
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It looks very inviting. I love it!
ReplyDeleteThis is a special place indeed-congrats! Love the planters!
ReplyDeleteGreat job I love the color of the flowers and the candles in Coffee look so cool!
ReplyDeletePS found you on Reinvented. Come check out my project It wasn't nearly as big of a project as yours...www.lifelovegreen.com
That looks amazing. Seriously amazing! A lil oasis!
ReplyDeleteRead "The Carries Diary" Fun summer read. lol
~Tana
It's a comfy, lovely space now. Well done! Those mason jar lanterns are so cute too. Are those coffee beans the votives are sitting on?
ReplyDeleteVery inviting! Enjoy your summer. And I suggest Carrie Diaries if you have ever been a SATC fan or Shadow of Your Smile by Mary Higgins Clark!
ReplyDeleteVery, very nice. It's a beautiful space and looks like a wonderful peaceful place to read. Enjoy it! I think Mandevilla climbs and comes back every year- you chose well!
ReplyDeleteLovely, just lovely! I can see why your neighbors would be jealous! Great job on all the color, texture and details. Love, love the built-in flower box.
ReplyDeleteoooh, love those lattice planter boxes. Very clever!
ReplyDeleteThis looks GREAT! What a great place to go for some time alone! LOVE IT!
ReplyDeleteThis looks awesome! Love that rocker, where'd you get it and how much was it?
ReplyDeleteSuch a fabulous use of your small space. I agree with your hubby, your neighbors are probably jealous. They may be asking you for help making over their space. :-)
ReplyDeleteFabulous! Love those planters. No wonder the neighbors are jealous, I'm jealous too!
ReplyDeleteVery nice. Good job transforming a small unattractive space into something beautiful.
ReplyDeleteso smart!! I have an indoor reading area in my covered two-season patio. I think I'll use this to make my little spot more comfy and pretty. Thanks for the idea seeds!!
ReplyDeleteThis is a terrific idea, Jess! It's no wonder why your neighbors are jealous. LOL! Seriously, you transformed it into a relaxing reading spot, plus that rocking chair.
ReplyDeleteAmazing! That fence around your patio is absolutely stunning. What a great idea! It’s like having your own little corner of the world. It’s private and intimate, yet open to nature. Great job with your patio!
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