Relaxing Patio Makeover

01 June
I've been working on my backyard recently to create a relaxing oasis for myself where I can lounge, eat, read, entertain friends, etc.


Today I'm sharing the most recent update in a series of weekend yard work updates, a makeover of the patio spaces.


Relaxing Patio Makeover



Relaxing Patio Makeover

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You can check out the other updates on the yard in the following series of posts:

DIY Fire Pit Lounge Area


Today I'm so excited to show you my patio lounging areas!
 
My patio is split into two sections with a small deck between them.

I worked on the side where the seating will be first. Here is what it looked like before. It was quite messy with empty planters and decor sitting around and the furniture still stacked up from the winter.


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I cleared the patio completely, sprayed down the house and patio, and then set to work creating my little oasis!

I bought the Sunsetter Awning when I first moved into my house and my mom, dad and I installed it. There isn't a lot of shade out here so the awning really makes a difference.


Relaxing Patio Makeover


Right off the bat, you may have noticed my recycled tire coffee table. I found the idea on Mad Cap Frenzy Blog and I had two tires just lying around so it was perfect. 

Having tires lying around sounds kind of ghetto, doesn't it? 😂 I used to have them hanging on the fence as hanging planters and when I took them down, I didn't know what to do with them. I actually tried to throw them away but the garbage man wouldn't take them! I'm glad now that he didn't!

I added a small glass tabletop that I found at Walmart. You can usually find them in the decor section. They are made for the small unfinished round wood tables they sell.

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This big wooden thing was here when I moved in, it used to cover an old burn pit that I covered over. I thought it was cool looking and now it serves a useful purpose hiding a big bunch of electrical wires and telephone boxes, etc. on the side of the house.

I hung a flattened bucket with some silk flowers on it and added a couple of pots of plants in front along with a birdhouse, an old garden tool, and my fountain.

I love having the fountain out here. It adds to the relaxing vibe I'm going for.


Relaxing Patio Makeover


I love adding little accents to my planters. This little metal wheelbarrow was a citronella candle. I saved it once the candle was used up.


Relaxing Patio Makeover


The striped pillows are a new/old find. I got them today at Goodwill for $4.99 each, they coordinate with the patio furniture cushions.


Relaxing Patio Makeover


I created this little cart last year after I saw something like it online. I already had the metal rolling cart that I was about to get rid of and the crates.


I painted the numbers on the crates and placed a couple of pieces of old wood on top of the cart to act as a serving cart for snacks!


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I made this fun RELAX sign from some wooden letters that I got at Hobby Lobby and a piece of an old pallet.

Relaxing Patio Makeover


Next to the corner of the deck are some potted plants, a vintage children's wheelbarrow that holds a collection of vintage gardening tools and sprinklers, and one of the concrete garden spheres I made last year. 

Check out that easy DIY project here: How to Make Concrete Garden Balls.


Relaxing Patio Makeover

Relaxing Patio Makeover

Relaxing Patio Makeover

This side of the patio is now complete.


Relaxing Patio Makeover

Relaxing Patio Makeover

Relaxing Patio Makeover


Now let's move on to the right patio!! Here is the before.


Relaxing Patio Makeover

I wanted this side to be an area for grilling and dining.


Relaxing Patio Makeover


I put the Upcycled Outdoor Dining Table here.

Relaxing Patio Makeover


I hung up one of the pallets that were stacked out here to use as a shelf.


Relaxing Patio Makeover


In the corner next to the shed I put my grill and an old crate that I found at the dump.


Relaxing Patio Makeover

Relaxing Patio Makeover


 I just bought an outdoor storage box to hold all the chair cushions during the off-season.


Relaxing Patio Makeover

Relaxing Patio Makeover

Relaxing Patio Makeover

So what do you think? It feels so nice to have these areas all cleaned up. The deck will have to wait for another time because I haven't done anything to it yet. 

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  1. Wow, you have worked really hard, your garden looks amazing. It must be an absolute pleasure to relax there now.

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  2. love the crates on the cart....so clever! Christine from Little Brags

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  3. It looks fantastic. You've really got a lot accomplished.

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