7/27/2010

Covered Patio Update

A few things around the house changed over the weekend, including the covered patio in our backyard. For starters, I took down the ugly fan and hung a new light. Although my heart was set on Circa's Hicks Pendant, my budget was more in line with the 20" Foto Pendant Lamp from IKEA. It was only $30 and I'm really happy with the way it looks.


Also, the new cushions for the sofa arrived. I got them from Ballard Designs and I'm happy to report that the quality is great...they are super comfy too. I love the white cording and think the black will look much better than paw-print-covered ivory :)


Finally, I got the cute little palm tree for the corner. I thought the area could use a little more green. Hopefully I can keep it alive!

As usual, the to-do list for the space is ongoing. Besides getting an old chalkboard for the wall behind the sofa, I still want to install a beadboard ceiling and paint it blue. I found this tutorial, so my husband and I might attempt the project on our own. I'm also considering an outdoor rug...what do you think?

18 comments:

  1. This patio looks so cozy!Love the cushions and the curtains! I think an outdoor rug would look great..something soft under the feet!

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  2. Where did you get those pillows??

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  3. Outdoor rugs seem really silly, and then you get one and wonder what took so long! Softness underfoot outside is a luxury.

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  4. Love it! So lovely and inviting... the lamp works perfectly-

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  5. Your space looks great. I love the pendant light and drapes.

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  6. Yes to all of the above! Blue beadboard ceiling, rug, and chalkboard! All excellent ideas!

    Rachel
    xoxo

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  7. Looking good. How do you like the outdoor curtains?

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  8. it looks fantastic...and yes, i'd vote for an outdoor rug. love a good rug ;-)

    i'm seriously coveting your pool...just sayin.

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  9. It's looking great! You probably didn't see it, but Visual Vamp left a comment on my Greek Key post right after you. She said they have 5' x 8' outdoor Greek key rugs for $75 at Perch in New Orleans. I didn't find them on the website, but I'm sure you can call and ask.

    You can see it here in the room with the green sofa, orange/pink pillows, and turquoise chandelier: http://www.paloma81.blogspot.com/search?q=perch

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  10. Anon - the pillows are from Williams-Sonoma Home. Unfortunately I bought them last summer so they are no longer available. They have some cute ones in a yellow colorway that are a similar trellis pattern. They are on sale too! http://www.wshome.com/products/p9150/index.cfm?pkey=cdecorative-pillows-throw-blanket

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  11. Paloma - Thanks for the heads up on the Greek key rug at Perch! Just called them and they emailed the rug info/photo. It looks similar to the rug in our study, which I love. The added bonus with the Perch version is that it's reversible...sounds like a winner to me!

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  12. Everything looks beautiful as usual!! Love the new pendant light.

    Where did you buy the pendant light over your kitchen sink? Love it!!!

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  13. The patio looks great! The drapes, pillows, and the pendant are fab.

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  14. I'm looking to find a great, comfortable, investment-purchase couch. What stores in Dallas or online would you recommend for quality and comfort for the long haul?

    xoxo
    Alison

    www.luellajune.blogspot.com

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  15. i love the drapes, and think and outdoor rug would really be a great addition to the space. not sure what you're lo
    oking for, but lowes has some great (inexpensive) solid sisal ones.

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  16. Oh I love this space so far! I think an outdoor rug would really pull it together!

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  17. LOVE those curtains! They, along with the new pillows, really complete the space! :)

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