These are the chairs underneath my gazebo I bought from Target about three years ago. I hated the upholstery on this furniture. So one day I was mulling it over, and thought of the large embroidered tablecloths I had in the linen drawer. Out they came. I threw the cloths over the chairs and loveseat, and just started tucking.
This is what I ended up with. I was pleased. I covered the plain brown cushions (gold on the loveseat), and when they’re dirty, I can wash them.
That’s Abi up there in the chair. Never shy when it comes to a photo op. I believe she thinks she’s a model.
As you can see below, I have lots of pine needles. That’s because I live in what is considered the Piny Woods of East Texas. And let me tell you, there are lots of pine trees! Thus, lots of pine needles.
This gazebo is just sitting on the concrete of my courtyard. Since it’s pretty close to my house and the neighbor’s next door (these are garden homes), I have never had to have holes drilled to tack it down.
If you’re in the market for a 10 x 10 gazebo, I highly recommend this one. And it’s come down in price. I paid $399. I saw this week it is on sale for $250. It is a cheap way to have a roof over your head when outside. And when there’s more money in the budget (that isn’t going for other constant remodels), I may have a permanent one built. But this has fully sufficed for me during these few years. I can take a book or magazine and a cup of coffee out here and listen to the rain.
Now that I’m having the decks built, I probably won’t spend as much time out here. Unless I want to sit and read and stay out of the rain!
There is really lots you can do in a small yard. I am listed as a nationally certified wildlife habitat. All it takes is to show that you provide for nature in your yard. This means water and food (can be berries, etc.) and some shelter, like trees and shrubs.
If you’re interested, go to http://www.nwf.org/ and bring up the yard certification form. You can fill it out online. And have your own yard certified as a wildlife habitat.
I love that little red bench. And I am using a tablecloth on my wicker loveseat right now as a cushion. Well, it’s covering the cushion.
Hope you have a great weekend!
That is so cool that your yard is a wildlife habitat! Your answer for your outdoor cushions is ingenious! Have a wonderful weekend.
xo Isa
a great idea. congrats on being a habitat, that’s wonderful.
Oh I need one of those signs.
Your small beautiful yard seems perfect to me. Means alot less time spent mowing. That’s the only part we don’t love.
I love the red bench! I could just sit there with my cup of coffee and enjoy the view.
Blessings,
Sandra
What a great little set-up you have. Just darling.
Love the red bench! And I love the way you covered the cushions. Great idea!
Brenda, just got into a motel and HAD to check my blogs…. I feel much better today. Still a little coughing, but no other symptoms that would lead me to believe I was a carrier of anything!!LOL I LOVE your backyard and your cozy little set-up in the courtyard. With your weather you can keep it looking great most of the time, right? In rainy, windy Ohio, I could never keep fabric on furniture outside. I so envy your ability to do that! That little red bench is something I always wanted, but couldn’t find some handy guy to make me one. Mr.Sullivan is NOT adept with power tools! Am going to bed early tonite, lots more driving again tomorrow. Hope to make Amarillo. Take care. Hugs, Sue
you have such a lovely home!
Love your header! What a clever idea for your outdoor furniture. I have been looking all over for cushions with zippered covers. You have provided a solution to my unsuccessful hunt.
You have the most cozy romantic backyard… I LOVE it! I am trying so hard to make my hot yucky california backyard a shady cottage style yard… I just keep adding plants and hoping my trees keep growing