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Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

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Outdoor living is a year-round topic on Hometalk. Hometalk members are busy planning and maintaining outdoor living spaces from the heat of summer to the cold of winter. Some folks are professionals who post gorgeous pictures of the outdoor living dreamscapes they've built. Other folks are DIYers who are revamping their outdoor living areas, building outdoor furniture, or planning an outdoor living room for the first time. Whether you're a novice or an expert, join a conversation about outdoor living rooms on Hometalk.



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  • The shed has 3 sets of French doors and a 4' roof overhang supported by large brackets.
  • Installing the shed.
  • The owner etched the concrete on the front porch.
  • The interior has drywall walls, but the ceiling framing and cypress roof sheathing are left exposed.
  • The back wall has no windows or doors - perfect for shelves.
  • A lovely view into the garden.
  • The exterior finished.
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Sunny Artist Studio Shed

12' x 12' custom shed made for an artist's studio by Historic Shed. Some more images at: http://historicshed.com/2013/05/a-sunny-arti...
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Historic Shed
Historic Shed Brooksville, FL 3 days ago
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    Historic Shed 6 hours ago
    We got them from a local door supplier. Paired wood French doors, 2'-10" each, 10 light. You ...»
    should be able to find a door and millwork shop near you.

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  • I used everyday materials to embellish patio umbrellas for a whole new look! http://homewardfounddecor.blogspot.com/2013/05/charming-embellished-umbrellas.html
  • I used everyday materials to embellish patio umbrellas for a whole new look!  http://homewardfounddecor.blogspot.com/2013/05/charming-embellished-umbrellas.html
  • featured in Creating Vintage Charm Magazine May, 2013. http://homewardfounddecor.blogspot.com/2013/05/charming-embellished-umbrellas.html
  • The embellished umbrellas were a perfect topper for a feminine refreshment table at an event. http://homewardfounddecor.blogspot.com/2013/05/charming-embellished-umbrellas.html
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Charming Embellished Umbrellas

I love using everyday materials in fresh new ways... prettifying patio umbrellas is one of them! These feminine and flouncy toppers sit over a refreshment table at one of my Spring market ...»
events, and I could have sold them a hundred times over!! They'd be perfect for a baby or bridal shower, too.

It's easy to transform plain umbrellas this way - click through to my HOMEWARDfound blog post for more info PLUS the link to order your own copy of Creating Vintage Charm Magazine (a print publication) May 2013, where my umbrellas are featured! #SummerStyle #MayProjects

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Debi Ward Kennedy Irvine, CA 2 days ago
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    love, love, love it! I'm out of excuses- Haha ...»

    Or Maybe just because they are fabulous!

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  • 48 sod pieces done!
  • After putting down the first 24 sod pieces, my almost 3-year-old checks it out. She told me that I was doing a good job. Such a sweet superviser!

Backyard Playground

We jumped this project after finding this playset on super sale. At this point I decided to put down sod before the weekend of thunderstorms come. We hope the rain will give us a good ...»
start rooting the sod. The front part was ready for sod, but we are waiting to sod the back and underneath parts. Underneath we want to replace the wood blocks (placed by the playset installers) leveling the playset with concrete pavers. In the back we are grading down so the down hill slope continues to be more subtle yet enough for decent drainage. Then I will grade down an L piece where the slide comes out for additional play area and roomier slide landing. As for the empty part in the front with the sod? I'm thinking plastic kiddie swimming pool for this incoming hot summer. This area has me excited about other backyard improvements!

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Amanda M Bethlehem, GA 2 days ago
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  • The outside of this darling little house!
  • The fixed up inside!

Cutest Little Playhouse!

We took a fixture upper playhouse {bought on Ebay and transported to our home} and fixed it up SUPER cute -- but then worked on the inside to get it looking just as cute! Click on the link to see more!

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Organizing Made Fun-Becky Burbank, CA 2 days ago
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  • so pretty!
  • using a clean glass jar, apply removable adhesive labels of your choice (i used round labels from the office supply store)
  • turn your jar upside down to prevent paint overspray + apply several light coats
  • once dry, gently remove the labels
  • add a layer of glass floral beads or sand. this protects your surface from heat damage from a long-burning candle
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  • but he's even prettier as the sun sets! 1
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Mason Jar Luminary

Looking for a modern design for your space? This luminary is a fresh + modern spin on the Mason jar. Visit the blog at the link below for a more detailed tutorial.
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Sarah Krouse Murrayville, GA 3 days ago
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    Annie Ann Del Rio 13 hours ago
    looks great
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Outdoor Kitchen

We got to start this project with a "clean" slate!! There was nothing but a concreate slab, so we didn't have to demo anything for once! We completed this project prior to our indoor ...»
kitchen, which may seem odd, but it was more affordable. We use this space ALL the time in the summer and even a few times throughout the winter.

Concrete Stain: Rust-oleum Concrete Kit (This was the biggest change in the look of the patio)

Kitchen Blocks: Menards

Counter Tops: We helped our contractor pour them, but he completed all the pre-work and the leveling of the tops. I would leave this to the pro's unless you are good with concrete work.

All the steps can parts and pieces used can be found on my blog :)

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Elisa Naperville, IL 2 days ago
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  • http://christinasadventures.com/2011/07/mason-jars-candles-and-summer-nights.html
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Outdoor Mason Jar Lighting

Make this SIMPLE outdoor lighting for pennies! Just fill mason jars with dried beans & rice, then add a candle. Perfect for both day & night entertaining!
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Christina @ Christina's A... Coopersburg, PA 2 days ago
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  • No matter how simple your idea or how huge your idea, a backyard retreat, is just that your retreat! Look at this! 1
  • A pan back view of the backyard oasis!
  • How about your very own "cabin" to retreat away from..just steps away from your own home!
  • Love this idea! Cozy enough to look forward to some fall and winter nights !
  • Make a splash ! Connecting water hose to Noodles and pools adds hours of fun! 1
  • Sand Play area with a cover and pool! Kids will have hours of fun!
  • I love this sandbox idea too! What kid would not like this!
  • WOW!! A playhouse that has a slide down into the pool! I am there!
  • Movie nights with family and friends FREE !! in your own open theater outdoors!
  • Bring the popcorn! And enjoy the movie under the stars with best friends!
  • This would be so easy! A bowling area for the whole family to enjoy!
  • Camping...roastin marshmallows , hot dogs and smores'...What MORE could you want!
  • How about creating an entertainment area! I not only see Hula dancers but some of very own in town entertainers too..
  • A childs dream!!
  • And look at this! A very charming , quite and simple get a way! Enjoy natures own calling of the wild...or read a a good book! Peace and Quite time! 1
  • Lets not forget the food to our Backyard Escapes! Set up a mini food and beverage bar of all those favorite backyard foods! Make it more fun by being creative , using a theme such as this one!
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Backyard Retreats

Who would have known, that your very own backyard could be so much fun and actually a retreat?! You will never want to leave with all of these inspirational ideas to create your very own backyard retreat! Check out the ideas I have found!

Simple Pleasures
Simple Pleasures Myrtle Beach, SC 3 days ago
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    Simple Pleasures 18 hours ago
    Wishing I was in that pool right now :)))
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My Outdoor Living Space " Come In and Stay Awhile"

I love to create outdoor living spaces....A place where you can go and relax....Take in the views and nature. My guest here at Eagles View Bed & Breakfast love it.
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Deborah Propes Dunhoft Burnside, KY 3 days ago
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    Lisa Yesterday
    What r your deck dimensions?
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  • rotting on the bottom corner, and the door is an old interior door that you have to pull into pieces to get open
  • I added windows, door with window, 1x2's to give it a look of separate boards, added the front porch and some concrete with the look of flagstone

My Cottage Redo

I had this old ugly shed in the backyard. And I wanted a potting shed somewhere so it took me forever to see that my old ugly shed could become beautiful! Here are my before and after pictures of my Shed turned best place In the yard!

Tanya Peterson Felsheim
Tanya Peterson Felsheim Grants Pass, OR 5 days ago
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    Tanya Peterson Felsheim 1 hour ago
    Connie B I'm holding you to some pictures down the road! hehe
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