Friday, June 06, 2008

Show and Tell

Today I would like to show you my deck. It is off my kitchen and is on the second floor. The deck is almost as wide as my house and there is a roof over the entire deck.
I tried to arrange the furniture differently this year. I've opened it up so you can see a garden from every sitting space. I don't know why it took me 10 years to figure it out!I love my old couch and chairs and it's pretty easy to recover them when I decide I need a change.
The dresser I redid is against the wall. The other end of the deck has my grill and table and chairs. My doors and window are hanging on that end also.
The dresser holds my outdoor dishes, napkins, placemats,etc. It's very handy to have them outside. I got rid of an old set of silverware a couple years ago and I wish I had hung onto them for out here.I also have several planted pots on the deck that you can see here.
I really enjoy my deck. I love to drink my coffee and eat my lunch here. I added this 10 years ago with the money from my Mom's house when she passed away. I am so glad I did this and know she would be too.


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20 comments:

Constance said...

I like the idea of enjoying a cup of coffee and my bible study out on the deck. Unfortunately here in Texas, that doesn't last too long! I like how you have everything handy for entertaning out there and I absolutely LOVE white wicker!
It looks very inviting, when should I be over? I'll make some Iced Apricot Tea!
Grins,
Connie

Simply Heart And Home said...

Your deck is lovely. I can imagine wonderful times sitting out there enjoying an ice tea or lemonade or an early morning coffee. :)

Gina

A Hint of Home said...

You have a wonderful place to go and relax. I like how you decorated it.

Anonymous said...

Oh I love your deck. I am trying to get my husband to make me one so I can enjoy my garden too.

Timalee said...

I love your little mini wicker chair, how cute!

Suzanne said...

I love, love, love your deck. If I had a deck like that I don't think I'd get a thing done around the house, because I would spend every waking moment out there! Either that or I would have to haul my sewing machine, my stove, and various other things out to the deck so I could work out there. It really is lovely -- so beautiful and comforting. The furniture you've collected for it is perfect!

Susan said...

How wonderful to have such a large, lovely deck. Love all your furnishings.
Susan

nancy said...

What a lovely area for gathering with family and friends. You have decorated it beautifully. How inviting!
Nancy

Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...

Your deck is great. I love that it is like another room of the house. Enjoy!

Love Bears All Things said...

I love your deck. How lucky you are to have it covered and a space where you can relax and enjoy the garden.
Mama Bear

Anonymous said...

What a beauitful deck! It could be featured in a magazine! I love the idea of being able to see the garden from any chair.

Tammy said...

That is such a charming place to sit and relax! I would love to some day have a set like this...
I'm sure your mom would indeed be glad that her money could bless your home with such a sweet little retreat!
Blessings,
~Tammy

Rosie's Whimsy said...

Jean, Jean, Jean! What a great porch! I love the everything about it. The drop leaf table is such a pretty shade of green!

((hugs)) Rosie

Anonymous said...

I am sooo jealous of your deck. You have done a wonderful job of decorating it and filling it with green things. Just lovely!

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Wanita said...

Your deck is lovely. I love the wicker furniture, especially the cute little chair. And having the dresser to store dishes, etc. is a great idea.

Shelley said...

That is really nice! Looks so comfy and inviting. You inspire me.

vintage girl at heart said...

This looks so cozy and inviting!!! I love how you have it decorated!!
Outdoor spaces are so pretty when set up like yours!

Unknown said...

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What a great show and tell! Your porch is so beautiful and I love how you have decorated it!! It's gorgeous!

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Have a great night!

Thru Pink Curtains said...

I'll make a pie for your porch!!!!!!!!!!love your birdhouse...