Welcome back from the weekend. Ours was busy and wonderful all at the same time. We spent time with friends and family both days which always makes for a good weekend. I am really excited to share our patio with you today. As I shared here, we were ready for a change on our patio so that it could be more of an extension of our inside. I love bringing the indoors out and wanted a space that we could enjoy on a day to day basis as well as when we entertain. I think we accomplished both. I will keep the chatting to a minimum and let the photos do the talking.
What do you think? You’ll notice there are some lanterns and tassels hanging because we threw a party this past weekend. But because we have such mild weather, everything else stays out. The table behind the sofa we have had for years and years. In fact, I think my husband had that before we got married. We cut the legs off a few inches so that it would fit directly over the back of the sofa. This not only protects the sofa from sun, but also is a great place to rest a drink and create more of a living room atmosphere. I will apply two coats of poly-eurythane this week.
Here is a view of the artwork I made. I wanted something bold for the party. These paper flowers are not weather proof, of course, so I am still brainstorming on what we will do on this wall permanently. Quite frankly, it’s a big ugly stucco wall and it needs all the help it can get.
We went with a 4 x 6 rug instead of larger because I wanted to be able to move it easily and hose down the patio. The last one we had was larger and it was so much more difficult to deal with. I am all about easy and convenient so this size works well for us.
Although I have committed one of the worst crimes as a blogger and don’t really have before photos. I thought I did so I didn’t take any new ones. Ughh. Major mistake. Having said that, just picture the patio with a table and chairs and nothing else. We did not change the landscaping but we did add fresh pink flowers! My husband and daughter planted all of those together.
The gate opens up onto our front porch and creates a nice flow when entertaining. I so appreciate how the trees and landscaping have grown in over the years.
The garden stool was a HomeGoods finds that I painted with Rustoleum Aqua spray paint. It was originally an ugly brown color so this new Tiffany blue is a big step up and perfect for the patio color scheme.
This is the pillow that sparked the design as far as colors. I knew we were going to use pink flowers in the yard, so I thought aqua and blue would be a nice compliment. And when you find a darling pillow like this on Clearance at Target for $9.99 you take it as a sign and run with it. The rest fell into place really nicely. All of the colored pillows on the sofa are from Target.
Here is one last look from the other direction. We are so thrilled with how the space turned out. It’s great for coffee in the morning or snuggling up and reading books (my daughter’s favorite thing to do out here). And when we entertain, it’s a nice new spot for people to gather and relax. I wish you could see it all lit up at night! It’s truly charming and I am very thankful.
Patio Sources: Sofa – Overstock // rug – Target // garden stool & lamp – HomeGoods DIY // chalkboard, hurricane & blanket – Kirkland’s // artwork – DIY // tree candles – DIY
Looks so pretty and peaceful out here Courtney! I have that same table I bought for my first real apartment. Ha! I can’t wait to hear how it does outside. Of course you have dream weather so I bet that helps. Would love to come have a ‘rita out here 😉
Oh wouldn’t that be so much fun? Come on over anytime. And I LOVE that we have the same table from so many years ago. Hard one to let go of!!!
It’s gorgeous. What a great spot to entertain and enjoy daily. Beautiful flowers too. Such an inviting space.
Thank you, Marty. We really are enjoying it. If only I had a green thumb to keep it looking like this.
Love your patio! It’s so colorful and inviting 🙂 I’m curious – how did you shorten the legs on your table? I’ve always wanted to do that but am scared to try!
Thank you so much. So my husband used a saw but I will ask him the details. I was running errands at the time because I can’t watch things like that. LOL.
Very pretty, Courtney. I love the colors.
In the first photo there is what looks like metal wall art on the fence near your bistro table. Do you remember where you bought it? I need something like that for the privacy fence on my patio.
Thank you! You know my sister gave that to me as a house warming gift years and years ago. It’s so special to us. I wish I could be of more help. I will keep an eye out.
Gorgeous! So bright and colorful!
Thank you so much, Shannon!
What an absolutely gorgeous patio! I love it!!
Ah, thank you, Erin. It was a long time coming. Have a great day
I love and SO appreciate that you shop at Target and other affordable stores! Your backyard is adorable!! I love what you have incorporated in your color scheme!!
Thank you, Cynthia. I am all about the bargain and really do feel like so much of the accessorizing can be done on a budget. Thank you for the kind compliment.
looks amazing! just curious (b/c i am also in the midst of a new patio reno) is that table lamp you got from homegoods safe for outdoors? i would love to get one for my new patio for some additional lighting. Thanks!
Hi! No! It definitely is not. What is hard to see in the photos is that a window above that sticks out partially covers it. Having said that, we really only plan on using the lamp when we entertain. It adds so much ambiance during the evening. When it’s not out there it’s my desk lamp. I am big on shopping my own home.
How ADORABLE! It looks like a happy and cozy place! I love the colors! Makes a small space a perfect size:)
Oh, thank you Martha. A challenge with scale as it is so small but we are really excited to have this new cozy space.
Very pretty Courtney. A great place to unwind and relax, as well as entertain.
Thank you, Lauren. Want to cruise by and hang out?! xo
Beautiful!!! Love the colour scheme! Looks so peaceful. Thanks for the inspiration for my own patio!
Makes me so happy to hear it could help you get inspired on your own patio. That is awesome. Have a great day!
Oh my gosh! The whole space is simply gorgeous, and that starfish pillow for only $9.99 – JEALOUS!
Oh, girl. I was beyond lucky. The outdoor section was cleared out and then there was the starfish pillow just staring me down. It was one of those shopping moments that comes along rarely! Thanks for taking the time to comment. Have a great day.
Love your patio! Once again, I would love to just wave a magic wand and have ALL of it appear at my house! Love your style Courtney. Great job!
Oh, you’re so sweet, Julie. Thank you. We are enjoying it and praying we can keep it all alive and well!
Courtney, your patio looks beautiful! I love it! I would love to hang there with you guys and enjoy your beautiful flowers and new couch. Great job!
Stephanie
The patio space looks awesome! I love that you made a patio space so cozy. It’s seriously fabulous!
I love it Courtney 🙂 I could spend many an hour out there 🙂 Just beautiful! xo
Beautiful! Is the sofa comfortable? The last one I ordered off the internet and the pillows were stiff and it wasn’t comfortable. This is the look that I am going for but I would like to know how it feels before I make the purchase 🙂 Any advice would be great! Thanks
This is so beautiful! It’s inspiring me to decorate our little patio out back! What is that pink and red vine looking flower? Is that a perennial? I love it!