February 7, 2016

Giving The Patio A Facelift

Finally we have some cooler weather in Orlando
 The perfect time to spruce up the patio


In all honesty, I seldom use the patio in the summer, it is just to hot. So, when the humidity and temps fall to the 70's like last week, it was perfect time to do some outdoor work

How embarrassing is this...


 ...Yep, my patio chairs....Falling apart


   
About every 3 years they totally disintegrate due to the Florida heat, humidity, and sun.

I cut out 6 plywood circles


And used a couple different outdoor fabrics to recover the 6 chairs



Blue is my new favorite color, inside and outside of my house. I now have a blue bedroom, blue living room, blue bathroom and .......Blue patio


 
I potted new flowers.  I was limited on the flower choices since there is not many plants that flower in the winter. 



A new faux flower center piece


And a fresh new pillow for the rocker


 The perfect place to sit and enjoy my afternoon cup of creme brulee coffee.


Happy Creating
Carol

27 comments:

Melodee said...

you're just a little patio magician! Always amazing, Carol, always amazing!

Cozy Thyme Cottage said...

Your patio looks so inviting! Great job! Enjoy! Nancy

Trisha said...

It looks so pretty! I can't wait for patio weather here!

~Trisha

Our Hopeful Home said...

Wish we had your weather here, Carol! The patio set looks great, and I love that pretty pillow. Enjoy! xo Kathleen

GARAGE SALE GAL said...

Pretty fabric for your patio chairs! Snowing tonight...spring is around the corner..
warmly,
deb

Becky said...

It looks so pretty!

Julia @ Vintage with Laces said...

It looks beautiful, Carol! Enjoy the wonderful Florida spring months on you patio! Creme brulee coffee sounds very yummy.

Spittin-Toad said...

I'm jealous! Everything here is wet, icky and slimy. I am so looking forward to things drying out a bit and that morning cup of joe on my patio.
Denise

Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces said...

I love seeing your warm weather photos, Carol...it will be months before we see that here!

Celestina Marie said...

Hi Carol, lovely patio redo. The fabrics are so pretty.
Enjoy your afternoons on the patio. xo

entirely apropos said...

Beautiful! I love it all! I can imagine sitting in this cozy area you've created, reading a magazine and sipping a glass of wine! It turned out fabulous!
Also, thank you for taking the time to stop by E.A - and leaving your thoughtful comment. :)

Elaine said...

You are my inspiration to get busy with my re-do on the deck.

Deanies Stash said...

Carol, I love the fabrics you used for your new cushions and pillow. Your patio is all refreshed!

xo Dianne

DownTheLaneWithDaisy said...

Very pretty! You can come help me in Virginia...when it's warmer...40 degrees today, yikes!!

Bente said...

I love your patio and the chairs are beautiful. Love them.
Hugs from here

Ros Crawford said...

What a gorgeous garden you have ... Love your clever make over!

Jillian's Bella Rosa Antiques said...

Charming! As I watch the snow falling again here in Pennsylvania, I wonder why I am not living in Florida????? Seriously though, your patio looks beautiful. Hope you have many wonderful, relaxing times there!

Kathy said...

Gorgeous!! Winter in Oregon... my patio is a total wreck of dead leaves and junk "parked" there until it isn't raining and I feel inclined to haul them out to the garden shed. Flowers in Winter - jealous. You are miles ahead of me!

handmade by amalia said...

The patio looks lovely now, Carol! What a wonderful place to sit and drink tea with a book or a friend.
Amalia
xo

Terra said...

You made a beautiful blue improvement with your patio chairs and cushions.

Createology said...

I have always loved blues and your patio update is BLUEtiful. How great that you can do the remake yourself. Looks very inviting dear.

Boopnut said...

You did a fantastic job! I have never used a saw.
Deb

Marlynne said...

You brought it to Life! I'm sure you'll the fresh new look!

Sharon said...

Gorgeous! I love the blue fabric.

NanaDiana said...

Just popping in to say thank you for following our journey and your kind comments on my blog and John's cancer journey. I remember living in FL....lol....It's a whole different experience as to what happens to 'outdoor living' areas. Have a great weekend- xo Diana

Anonymous said...

How I would to sit in your garden/patio with a nice drink and a good decorating magazine and chat chat chat with you!

janice15 said...

I love your tables and chairs all lovely with love Janice