Friday, June 24, 2011

Our Outdoor Room : CDLV Pergola

I know, you're all probably saying, FINALLY! I know I haven't been posting enough of my own work on the blog lately and I apologize, sincerely. I know it's trite, but I've been terribly busy with projects, volunteer committees, volunTOLD committees, and the house has unfortunately fallen to the bottom of the list. However, with our Garden Walk coming soon, I wanted to get out in the yard and do some necessary clean up. Of course, that's no fun! So what did I do? Well, style the pergola of course:





Would you believe that this table was only $14? Scott and I were out and about on Memorial Day, and heard that the local thrift store was having a 50% sale. We headed over, and there was this table - white with no top - half off from $9.99. I added this irregular piece of flagstone for $9.00 and voila.




Our backyard garden has a lot of yellow and white, and typically I go overboard with my annuals. This year, however, I decided to stay with the soft pinks and whites, so ferns mixed in with dragon wing begonias, white wax leaf begonia, and creeping jenny have taken over the pots in the yard and under the pergola. (More of the garden coming soon!)


Pretty nice, huh? I'm extremely happy with it considering it started out looking like this:


Yes, I'm serious! What do you think?
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68 comments:

  1. DeseraeJune 23, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Absoutely stunning! Everything is so lush and just sooooo romantic! Your sideboard is TDF...I can't believe you got such a great deal on it. Adding the piece of flagstone for the top was simply genius! You have it styled so beautifully....love those little birdies :o)Thanks for taking the time to share your wonderful garden with us!!!!
    ~Des

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  2. KelleyJune 23, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    What? 14 bucks ?
    I clearly am living in the wrong state...looks wonderful Artie!

    xo kel

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  3. for the love of a houseJune 23, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    gorgeous, gorgeous photos Artie! I love all that you have done with this space- super impressed, just beautiful! It is all stunning!

    xojoan

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  4. Komali NunnaJune 23, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    Simply gorgeous patio. I look foreword to summer so much, so that I can entertain outdoors. Your patio seems perfect spot for entertaining.

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  5. PatinaJune 23, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    Artie!! Can I come over for lemonade? The urn with the furn (poeticism) is fabulous. I love your thrift shop table. You are so creative.

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  6. Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net)June 24, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    Artie, this is wonderful. Some of your photos, especially the first one, look like scenes from a wonderful magazine. Such a cozy spot... would never want to leave. I'll have another glass of lemonade, please.
    Don't forget to slow down a bit and enjoy this lovely sanctuary this summer. Looking forward to seeing pics from the garden walk...wish I was close enough to attend!
    Susan

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  7. JimJune 24, 2011 at 1:12 AM

    A beautiful set up. Thanks for your comment on my blog. :)
    Sydney - City and Suburbs

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  8. xinexJune 24, 2011 at 1:29 AM

    Wow! Your pergola turned out so nicely, Artie. I love all the plants around too and what a clever idea adding the flagstone on the $14 table. $14, really? Wow! I know you will really enjoy that new outdoor space....Christine

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  9. KarenaJune 24, 2011 at 1:59 AM

    Looks very relaxing and inviting Artie!! Great job!

    Xoxo
    Karena

    Art by Karena

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  10. agreenearthJune 24, 2011 at 2:04 AM

    Looking so good.

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  11. Jimmy The Undercover DesignerJune 24, 2011 at 2:07 AM

    Beautiful styling. Thanks for dropping by glad I found your blog.
    Back toy our styling, really elegant and that table with flagstone is a piece.
    And the lemonade looks so refreshing too :)
    Will follow this wonderful blog

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  12. MarthaJune 24, 2011 at 5:45 AM

    I'm so glad you showed the before so we all can realize how truly amazing it is!!!! Love everything you did out there! It is terrific! And how you styled it -- fantastic! But I especially like the back wall -- it gives it definition!

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  13. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJune 24, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    OMG!! Okay, you are in NY and I am in Pa. , when can Joe and I come up for lemonade??

    LOL!

    So nice to meet you and thanks so much for your sweet comment on my porch and patio. I am honored!

    How did I not know about your blog before?

    Your outdoor space is magnificent! I would die for a space like that if i had more room in my tiny back yard. Love the before pic. Shows what one can do , doesn't it?
    Love your blog. I will be following and thanks again for stopping by.

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  14. Becky D @ Kings Down RoadJune 24, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    Oh - it looks beautiful!! What a wonderful outdoor space.

    Thanks for stopping by today!!

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  15. My Little BungalowJune 24, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    What a transformation! It's a lovely setting. I'd like to be sitting there enjoying that lemonade right now. Beautiful job!
    Claudia

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  16. Room Service ~ Decorating 101June 24, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Artie, it is amazing! I love everything you do, boy you got style!

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  17. AnonymousJune 24, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Seein the before makes me appreciate even more what you accomplished. I can see your pergola being the spot for many a pleasant summer afternoon....morning or evening for that matter.
    Thanks for your visit. Do come again.

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  18. AnonymousJune 24, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Seein the before makes me appreciate even more what you accomplished. I can see your pergola being the spot for many a pleasant summer afternoon....morning or evening for that matter.
    Thanks for your visit. Do come again.

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  19. MarlisJune 24, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    This turned out most fabulous! I am delighted you told about your serving/buffet... the flagstone topper is amazing. Mind if I borrow that idea? What a total rags to riches transformation. I love that you wired it! Your talent really shines! Love it love it love it!!!! I have to acme back after I get back home and take it all in on the bigger screen. Wonderful! Many blessings marlis!

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  20. A.J.BarnesJune 24, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    Now that's a huge improve from how it started out...very nice....

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  21. LeeJune 24, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    Fabulous!
    Lee

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  22. JudyBugJune 24, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    Oh I love it! Like you,I love annuals but I love what you did this year. The ferns are so summery and the pinks are gorgeous. The table...oh my what a bargain! Love the weathervane. Great job!!

    Thanks for visiting. We do enjoy our front porch so much. I drew the house plans and actually dsigned the inside around the porch.

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  23. PeggyJune 24, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    Thanks for showing the before. It's great to see what can be done to simple spaces. Looks fab! Peggy from PA

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  24. AnonymousJune 24, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    This is gorgeous Artie! I love everything about it.

    Would love to have a table like yours for our patio.

    You did a fabulous job. You always do.

    Thanks so much for stopping by the Back Porch.

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  25. AnonymousJune 24, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    So glad I stopped by! Your blog is beautiful and I LOVE what you did with your pergola. From the mirror to the flowers to the brick floor.... great style! ....and thank you so much for visiting mine! -I'm new to the blogworld so every comment really makes a difference!!

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  26. RhondaJune 24, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Lovin' the brick floor, the washed out grays, the lush plants, the blue willow and carafe of lemonade, the candolier ~~~whew! I could go on forever. The place looks incredible and the hard work shows.
    Rhonda

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  27. AnnJune 24, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my little corner of OZ yesterday. You have given me so many ideas for our new deck. It is currently being built out of Trex. 18" long and 12" wide off our sunroom. The stonecrop is truly amazing growing like that---thank you for your comment. I'm now your newest follower.
    Ann

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  28. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)June 24, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Hi Artie, what a nice surprise to see you had stopped by. I'm in love with your outdoor space.. You are kidding $14???? oh my gosh. I'm over the top with the table..love you added the piece of flagstone to the top, I'm going to keep my eyes open for one...it's a must have on the list. The richness of the ferns and the hanging lantern lend a timeless look.... looking forward to seeing more..don't be a stanger.... hugs ~lynne~

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  29. Loui♥June 24, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    Artie!
    first thanks for stopping by and leaving such nice comments!
    am so glad you invited me over..
    Love the pergola!
    That is exactly what i am trying to do in our tiny side yard..
    your styling is just gorgeous!!
    I could spend HOURS just BEING there..awesome!!!!
    am now your latest follower!!!
    warmest sandy hugs..
    Loui♥

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  30. AnonymousJune 24, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    lovely use of the space in your backyard...it's a pretty oasis for fabulous dining and entertaining...or just relaxing...
    best,
    maureen

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  31. deborahJune 24, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Beautiful! What a great place to sit and entertain! I would love to just sit there enjoy a margarita and a good book. Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment. I hope you stop by often!

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  32. An Urban CottageJune 24, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    Are you kidding me? That gorgeous!! What an immense sense of satisfaction you must have after creating that from nothing. The table with the fieldstone top is genius. Genius!

    You'll, no doubt, be the talk of the garden walk! The Talk of the Walk!

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  33. Linda (Nina's Nest)June 24, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    What a difference....I just can't believe it! The table and chairs are so pretty, and I love all the pots and decorative items. Beautifully put together! Linda

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  34. NatalieJune 24, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Looks amazing.... can you tell me how you built it? I am trying to convince my husband that we can do this at our house but he is unsure of how to make it himself. Thanks!

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  35. DebJune 24, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    What a gorgeous spot! Your photos are just wonderful. Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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  36. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJune 24, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    Beautiful. It's amazing what you have done with the area. It looks fabulous and your furniture and decor is stunning. Great eye candy and fabulous inspiration. Thanks for sharing. Hugs, Marty

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  37. Pam - @diy Design FanaticJune 24, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    Wow! I'm definitely impressed! Your outdoor space is really lovely!

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  38. Tina´s PicStoryJune 24, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Very nice place. Good job! LG Tina

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  39. Richard CottrellJune 24, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog, My Old Historic House, and especially thanks for the nice comment. I am your newest follower and I love you new yard. looks like there is another person of the opposite sex on the blog. I was beginning to think I was the only one. Nice to meet you. Richard

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  40. Savannah GrannyJune 24, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    This is fantastic! I had to scroll back to make sure you weren't s******g me! OOPS! me forgets I am a granny.
    This is stunning. I was admiring the brick terrace even before I saw the stack. Your plants are so lush an healthy and the table base and top, that was a steal.
    Thanks for visiting. I am your newest follower. I love your style. I am going to look around a bit. Hop back over and take a tour. Hugs, Ginger;)

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  41. UnknownJune 24, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Hi Art,
    Thanks for coming by to visit, I hadn't seen you in a long time! The before and after of your outdoor terrace is amazing! The place looks so inviting now... I even see an empty glass or two waiting for company. Very beautiful and relaxing setting for an outdoor meal or cocktails.
    I'lll keep my baby Dove post updated. We have kept the hatchlings alive now for 4 days.

    Rainey @ The Project Table

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  42. EricaJune 24, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    Everything is so lush and just so romantic! I'm definitely impressed!

    Silver MLM

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  43. ~Grace Happens~June 24, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    oh my heavens! i would NEVER leave this place. I especially LOOOVE the brick!

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  44. SoutherncookJune 24, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    I think your pergola is fabulous!!!!! And I am loving that stone top to that side table. I have been thinking of having a pergola built in an upper part of my garden. I want to move the large heavy table from my screened porch so it would enable me to put a smaller round table on the porch with an iron daybed. I love a sleeping porch and have wanted one for a long time but making changes on my existing porch has been a difficult dicision. I really got lots and lots of ideas from your pergola post. Thanks for visiting my blog.

    Carolyn/A Southerners Notebook

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  45. Nancy's Daily DishJune 24, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    You are so amazing! This is stunning. I just want to come visit and enjoy it all in person. Truly beautiful!

    Nancy

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  46. WindlostJune 24, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    Oh, it looks gorgeous. And a ginormous improvement. What are we drinking today??!

    Thanks for stopping by. You have a gorgeous blog. I will be back!! : )

    xo Terri

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  47. Deborah Kay at The Paint SplashJune 24, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    What an amazing space! Thanks for coming by my place. Blessings, Debbie

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  48. MarilynJune 24, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    Your work is why I love to visit...and I love volunTOLD work. So much easier when someone else just tells you what to do!!

    Wish I lived closer so I would be able to visit your garden. What a good idea using a slab of stone for a table top in the garden! Perfect fit. Well done. ♥♫

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  49. UnknownJune 24, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Artie-I love it! With the heat and humidity of Florida at this time of year,this is when I miss living in NF.Your yard reminds me soooo much of the house I grew up in.But better!

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  50. the gardener's cottageJune 24, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    this is what i like to see on garden walks. sadly in my little town garden tours seem to be all about the biggest and best type gardens. and not in a good way. i think they look like hotel gardens. it all looks lovely and welcoming. a perfect spot to sit and relax with friends. thank you for visiting and leaving such a sweet comment.

    xo
    janet

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  51. AnonymousJune 24, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    Wow the space is awesome! What a lot of work putting all that brick down- I do love the look!

    The thrifted table with flagstone is beautiful-

    certainly magazine worthy this space is!

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  52. SoniaJune 24, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    What a gorgeous outdoor room!! I love the pergola and the lantern hanging above your outdoor dining room table is fabulous! The green on the walls and the mirror just make your space so warm and cozy! I could spend some serious time in a special place like this! Great job! Love your taste!! Thanks for the visit and the invite to your wonderful blog!!

    Miss Bloomers

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  53. Savannah GrannyJune 24, 2011 at 10:19 PM

    Artie, Apparently my first attempt to follow didn't take. It is there now and I have your party button on my sidebar. Ginger :)

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  54. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJune 24, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    Hi, hopped over from another blog. We just put in a pergola so I had to take a peek. Very nice! I love the tennis rackets, and your table top. What a great idea. I just shared our pergola with the Blog party. Still needs a little tweaking, but we are loving it.

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  55. KareJune 25, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    What product did you use to spray the table? Great job!!! Come and help me with my back yard. I am slowly making progress, but it has been a long haul.

    Kare

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  56. UnknownJune 25, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Outstanding Artie! Beautiful as usual. :-)
    **Tami

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  57. min husJune 25, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    Looks fab, and what a difference from how the area looked before! Wow!

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  58. BonnieJune 25, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    WOW! That really is a beautiful pergola! I am very impressed with all your hard work. I really like your table and chairs, the table setting, the blanket, the side tables, the ferns, all the little details, and the lemonade looks delicious! It's going to be a wonderful place to relax and enjoy especially during the summer. Your outdoor space is so inspiring and is motivating me to fix up mine too when I feel better. Congratulations on a job well done!

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  59. ~ ~ Ahrisha ~ ~June 26, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Hi Artie~ ~Beautiful job you did on the styling. It certainly is a lovely place to relax. Hope you are enjoying a great cup of coffee there right now. I have been outside for my tour of the garden to see what's blooming and pull a few weeds. I was delighted to see a few praying mantis. They are so unique. Do you have any in your garden? Love the last shot of the leftovers.
    ~ ~Ahrisha~ ~

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  60. MarlisJune 26, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    Now that I can see it on a big screen.. even more wow. I love the old chicago (?) brick on the floor, the raised area for the plants, the tennis rackets are a good touch.. It's just perfect. I hope you get to enjoy this a bunch. Many blessings, marlis

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  61. AnonymousJune 26, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Wow, that is a beautiful patio. So welcoming and inviting too. My favorite part is the candelabra, but I adore the use of florals and garden accents like the birds. I'm sure It's even better at night with a fire in the chimnea and all the candles lit as the sun sets. Thanks for sharing your new patio with us.

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  62. Flea Market LynnJune 26, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Love the pergola.......it's gorgeous! And the photos.....wow....felt like I was there in person. Thx for stopping by my blog. I'm one of your new followers. I hope you'll follow my new blog too!

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  63. Virginia Country HouseJune 27, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Your pictures are very inspirational. I love mirrors outside!

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  64. Katie@LeBeauPaonVictorienJune 28, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    Thank you for your visit to my blog and your kind comments! I LOVE how you've styled your pergola; it's gorgeous. I can hardly believe the "before" picture was the same space. We hope to be able to put in a patio and pergola next year at Le Beau Paon. I can't wait to see more pictures of your garden!

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  65. vignette designJune 29, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    This is great pergola inspiration Artie! I love how you have staged it. I could totally see curtains hanging too!
    I'm in the process of gutting and redoing a client's backyard. Pergola, outdoor fireplace, outdoor kitchen, etc. I'm going to show them your post. It's just lovely.
    What a transformation! ~Delores

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  66. cotedetexasJuly 4, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    wow. have i ever seen this area finished before? i don't think so - wow. that is next to the garage, right? and what did you do with that door - close it up? omg - when did you add the pergola? i know you've been talking about redoing this space forever, but i haven't seen it before that i can recall and i would remember1!1 is this your first time showing it? it's fabulous!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11

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  67. UnknownAugust 16, 2012 at 1:10 PM

    Oh my! This pergola is so romantic and magical. It definitely had a big transformation from being a backyard into a mesmerizing haven. 14 dollars for a table? Now that's a good find. And everything from the flagstone to the pots makes it homey yet captivating.


    Christian Renwick

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