But at the same time, I’ve always dreamed of having an outdoor living space to relax in while the kids play in the backyard. So a couple of years ago I designed the outdoor living space of my dreams- and we went to work building and setting it all up. With some careful thought and…
A backyard dining space gets a stylish Boho patio makeover for Summer! Today I’m so excited to share my new patio refresh. My old Ikea patio dining set was still in great shape after five years. All except the plastic composite table top, which seemed to absorb everything that touched it. Anything oily seemed to…
Wondering how to hang string lights when you’re renting? Create these simple portable poles in under 20 minutes without digging holes! I few years ago, I wrote this post on how to hang string lights from simple removable poles. It quickly became the most popular post on my entire site. I’ve created some variations on…
Want to make your backyard feel like a fancy beach resort? Make these easy DIY outdoor curtains. They seriously take 10 minutes, and cost about $15 each. I wanted curtains for my Costco gazebo, but the pristine whiteness was part of the appeal. And the idea of taking my gazebo curtains down to wash them…
A bistro set is the perfect way to furnish a small patio or apartment balcony! These are my top picks available online for 2021! Eating outdoors is one of the great joys of Summer! And what could be more romantic than a cozy dinner with your sweetheart, lit with string lights and candle lanterns? I’ve…