Mom's New Porch Sneak Peak

Here is a little preview of Mom's new porch as well as her inspiration for the new addition. The lantern, the planter's, the porch, the doors, and the Walpole Woodwork lattice screen are all new, the only thing old is the patio furniture. The contractors said we have to wait to paint the new railing until August when the wood cures, but other than that the outside portion of their renovation is complete. Mom and I have always loved Walpole's style so when she told me she ordered one of their lattice pieces I was so excited. 

View looking out of the new Oval window in the kitchen onto the back porch. 

 

I will have more official Before and After photo's once everything is painted but here is a shot to give you an idea of the overall feel of the exterior transformation out back.

Sprucing Up The Patio

I have been looking for some good outdoor furniture pieces for client's and I had no idea how expensive outdoor furniture can be! Not just Restoration Hardware and Frontgate, but even Home Depot has pricey pieces, sets they don't even have in the store. How can I tell a client to spend $5,000 on outdoor furniture that neither of us have ever sat in? Hi I am here to return 16 large boxes of patio chairs because they are not as comfortable as I thought they would be? At least Restoration Hardware has the stuff for you to test drive, but anyway, here are some great sets we found at great prices.  

Amazon $1,299

Target $999

Target on Sale $999 for the set!

 Target $1,358

Ikea $950

Target $999

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Mom and I saw the new Worlds Away outdoor furniture products at Market and fell in love. 

I can't think of a cuter planter for topiaries or a more cheerful outdoor cocktail table to put your feet up on. I'd be dangerous if I had a yard and a patio!