outdoor living

I've been inspired by this picture & The Nester to redo my back porch.

Doesn't this look so inviting?!

This is what my back porch looked like...my unfortunate starting point!

Hopeless, confused & cluttered with toys!

And this is what my back porch looks like now!!

I'm in LOVE!

Aren't you in love??

And this is how I did it. Very simple really.

I went back to the basics.

I de-cluttered & cleared out everything.

First, I added a rug & rearranged the chairs to seem more inviting.

I grabbed 2 wicker chairs from my front porch to complete a sitting area.

I then added drapes to make the space seem more like a living room.

I used broadcloth from Hobby Lobby for $1.99/yd + a 40% coupon!

What a deal!

But the best part...NO sewing!!

I picked up a few plants from Lowes & added those.

Then I "shopped the house" for 2 end tables and other knick knacks.

And Voila!!

A cozy outdoor space that prompts relaxation!! Despite the Texas heat!!

Do you have a back porch that's in need of some lovin'?? Tell us about it!!