NewlyWoodwards

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Our new outdoor space

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It’s almost like my planting flowers in pots has forced Mother Nature to get it together.

You’re welcome, Midwest. (Don’t you love that I take credit for the general great weather system we’ve had in my area? I’m ridiculous.)

It’s been sunny and warm all weekend and I’m soaking it up. The weekend brought a lot of deck lounging for me. Because of the weather and because I’m enjoying our new-to-us patio conversation set. I’ve been out there in the morning with coffee. In the afternoon watching Henry blow bubbles. In the evening with my laptop and a glass of wine. It’s 24/7 patio time.

 

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The little five-piece conversation set is my (early) birthday gift. I found it on Craigslist and had to have it. The red cushions were speaking to me. It’s only a few years old and in really awesome condition. (It appeared to be stored in a storage facility for much of the time.)

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It will eventually live on the screened in porch at the new house, but there’s no reason not to enjoy it on the deck starting right now. So, I moved all the furniture around and created a sweet little seating area. This meant I had to pot more perennials and bring up some of the flowers to the deck. Because, FLOWERS. And this VIEW.

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I already had all the pillows, and they really fit the set perfectly. Planning win. All of the seats are equally comfortable. I know because I’ve tried them all. It’s all in the name of market research.red and black patio furniture conversation set04
That sweet little red cart needs a little love and affection, too. But it’s not yet a priority. I’m thinking it’d look really nice in black. It was a gift from a friend and it really suits this area perfectly.red and black patio furniture conversation set05

I can actually enjoy the plants way more up here. I can even see them from our barn window.red and black patio furniture conversation set06

I even potted some additional Monrovia grasses in our tin can planters.red and black patio furniture conversation set09
It’s a sweet little trio. Love it.red and black patio furniture conversation set08

Comments

  2. What a gorgeous spot to sit and have a cuppa in the morning….such a beautiful view. I’m looking forward to picking veggies from my garden.

  3. I’m looking forward to planting my veggie garden. I’ve already started seedlings in the house and I’m ready to move them outside!

  5. I love this post. Great find! I am looking forward to planting more veggies in my expanded garden this year. Bunnies mowed down my beans already, so I am replanting and buying some fencing. Guess they were excited about them too!

  6. I am looking forward to warmer weather and planting our tomatoes cause they are so much yummier than store-bought ones

  10. Love the whole setup! Hopefully you’ll give us more info about that amazing doggie gate you teased on Instagram too!

  13. I am looking forward to family playtime outside and BBQ potlucks with friends.

  14. Looking forward to entertaining friends and family with my new outdoor kitchen!

  15. Mostly looking forward to getting out and attempting to garden for the first real time (okay, so I’ve tried in the past but we won’t talk about that disaster). My 3 year old is impatiently awaiting the nice weather to go out and use her Elmo shovel and gardening gloves. Yay for new adventures and memories!

  20. I’m definitely looking forward to getting my garden going. I’ve cleaned up my strawberry garden and there are already a lot of blooms, which is exciting. My boys help with the garden, so it’s a nice family activity that is also great for our health. They love eating the fruits and veggies that we grow.

  22. I’m looking forward to having a lawn finally (we built two years ago and DEQ issues prevented us from planting grass) and starting my garden.

  25. Long bike rides as a family of four now that our littlest is old enough to join us! 🙂 And then relaxing on the patio staring at our beautiful ground cover roses. 😉

  27. Spring, and arguably Summer, is already in full swing here in the PacNW. I am looking forward to my peonies blooming! I have 4 plants, and expect to be swimming in blooms!

  29. it’ll be nice to have some afternoon thunderstorms to briefly cool down the outrageously hot temps here…

  30. The view from your deck is spectacular! And I love your new outdoor furniture. Today is my birthday. April is a great month! 🙂

  35. Every spring my mom & I go to the nursery together, pick out plants, & plant several large pots that we put outside on the front porch & on the back patio. I love spending the time together to create something beautiful that will be around for months of enjoyment.

  37. We have a real porch and a real garden for the first time. I am so excited to enjoy both of them this summer!

  38. I love your cart, send me some good craigslist juju because I have been searching for some patio furniture similar to your setup there!

    Also Monrovia always has great quality plants! I am adding a new hedge row to my backyard this spring!

  39. I am looking forward to going strawberry picking!

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    wildorchid985 at gmail dot com

  41. So beautiful how the red pops on that gorgeous view! I’d be out there all day! We had a gorgeous weather weekend so we dusted off the lawn furniture and grill. And planned two native trees that we received at a local Earth Day festival. I look forward to seeing them grow. Happy birthday to you!

  42. That set is perfect, and I love the red cushion color for your barn and home! I’m most looking forward to shaking off the winter blahs and enjoying pretty plants, paddle boarding, naps on the patio, and nights around the fire pit.

  43. I love that conversation set. It looks like the allen+roth set at Lowe’s. I have the set with green cushions and it’s so comfortable to sit in. It doesn’t feel at all like outdoor furniture.

    • It IS the Allen + Roth set. I meant to mention that. It is super comfy. I think it’s the beginning of a long and happy relationship.

  44. In the spring I mostly look forward to the smell of fresh cut grass. Seems like forever since nature has come alive again.

  45. Thank you for this warm weather! I don’t think I would do anything to that cart I like the worn look of it!

  47. Looking forward to buying a playset for the backyard and turning the kids loose on it.

  49. Love that patio set!! What a great score. I have been looking at patio furniture and am facing sticker shock!! And using the cart for plants is genius!! My f-i-l just rescued two vintage metal carts for me, I may have to locate them on the patio.
    I hope you are able to continue to enjoy the beautiful weather. Thanks for encouraging mother nature!!

    • The patio sticker shock is REAL! I couldn’t find anything new under $1k. Which was too much for us when I feel like summer is only a few months long. 😉

  50. As I sit on the beach watching my boys wade in the (freezing cold) lake, I’m most looking forward to this wonderful weather continuing. We love being outside!

  53. I’m looking forward to school getting out so my husband will have more free time with us!

  56. I’m excited to enjoy our yard! We moved in late November so it’s our first year using it!

  57. Love it…we did the same thing, finally got the patio set put together and went and bought plants! It was wonderful sitting out on the patio with Gracie Lu (our maltese) enjoying the spring weather!

    Love the planted green fields with the newly “worked” ground in the background. Reminded me of a quilt!

    Happy Birthday early !!

  60. We have been experiencing spring for a while now and I am most enjoying the colors of the flowers. It seems everything is blooming bigger, better and brighter this year!

  61. I love this area! I bought a seating set off Craigslist as well last summer and we get so much use out of it on our deck!!

  62. We are in dire need of some curb appeal….this is great! Thanks for hosting the giveaway and pointing me to this website. Fun stuff!

  63. Im so ready for nights on the porch, dinner on the grill, and relaxation on my mind. Probably wont happen but a girl can dream!

  64. My husband and I were just discussing last night what new plants we need to improve our homes curb appeal!

  66. We love family walks, I can’t wait until the nice weather stays so that we can walk!

  67. I’m most looking forward to grilling dinner! There’s nothing better! Thank you for the chance to win!

  68. Mid- April always bring a temperature drop. This happened this weekend which means I can start planting outside next weekend. Plant too soon and I have to replant almost everything. Can’t wait to get planting.

  69. What a beautiful view! I love the side table with the different style planter holders – such a great idea.
    We had fantastic weather this past weekend in Minnesota as well. Spring fever is in full swing. I have to agree that there is nothing like an evening glass of wine on the patio – cheers to you!
    Best,
    Kelly

  72. It was a beautiful weekend here too and we were all about getting our patio furniture out and sitting in it!!!

  74. I am looking forward to working on some shady spots in my yard that need some TLC.Love your new furniture ! Glad you treated yourself ! Happy Birthday!!!!

  75. I’m looking forward to a few house projects and some much needed time outside. After a late start, winter seemed to never end this year!

  76. That view is amazing!!! We live in the south. So, we started putting our garden in last week. Can’t wait to taste those tomatoes! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity. Happy Birthday.

  77. Finally spring!! I am looking forward to being outside (l-o-n-g winter!). Listening to the birds and gardening!!