Backyard wish #5: Decorate existing deck

Jul 6

Just in case you were wondering, I'm finally back to discuss some of those backyard make-over ideas I mentioned before my H. family staycation. Since we already have built-in bench seating and a large built-in table as part of our deck, it wouldn't take a lot of time or money to makeover the space. I'm just going to work with what we have and "decorate" a little.

B-O-R-I-N-G

Good bones, but needs some help, and some color!

It could stand to be a little larger too, but that can wait for later

Here are the top five things I'd like to add to this porch ASAP. No painting, staining or building required!

1. Throw pillows

These are some outdoor fabrics I found online at House of Fabric that I'd love to use to make throw pillows and seat cushions for the deck. And a tablecloth for the table. If you remember from the previous post, I'd like to stick with black and white, with pops of pink.

2. Lanterns

Image found via Pottery Barn

I would scatter tons of these Seaport Lanterns around the deck and string some from our live oak for lots of added light and ambiance. Of course, our property backs up to wetlands so it's a breeding ground for mosquitoes so we'll be sure to fill those lanterns with lots of citronella candles only!

3. Floor Heater Right about now with temperatures in the 90's and humidity close to 100% (it seems) it's hard to imagine needing something to keep you warm. But, we like to pride ourselves on year-round living here, or is that Florida?, and we need a little help during the winter months to stay a little toasty. A few of these should do the trick!