Wood American Flag Plaque

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With barbeques and summer right around the corner, Andrea from Queen of Kings just had to have a larger-than-life American flag to bring in the season. Andrea hit up the home improvement and craft stores for her supplies and then put her painting and mathematical skills to work. Andrea says, “This sign took A LOT of work and math, but the end result was well worth it! Stars & stripes forever!!!”

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Hanging Lantern Ladder

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Beth from Unskinny Boppy had been on the lookout for a ladder with round rungs after spying one in a layout from Pottery Barn. Imagine her excitement when she happened upon just the ladder while shopping at a local antiques store. Beth mimicked the look of her inspiration by hanging the ladder above her patio [...Read More]

Black and White Painted Planter

Black and White Painted Planter

Rachel of Rachel Alles loves all things Mackenzie-Childs, especially their Courtly Check design. While she is the proud owner of a few authentic pieces, Rachel wasn’t about to drop $800 for two flower pots. Instead, she and her mother decided to replicate the design with craft paint on some inexpensive planters. Like Rachel you could [...Read More]

Picture Frame Lantern

Heather from Shades of Tangerine was inspired by all of the beautiful lanterns she has seen in stores this summer to make her own outdoor hanging lantern. The project was made simple (and inexpensive!) by using picture frames from the dollar store. Of course these lanterns would be lovely for an outdoor wedding reception as [...Read More]

Burlap and Jute Lantern

Here’s yet another great way to create some mood lighting for your outdoor space! Doreen from Hymns and Verses made this lantern that’s full of natural appeal using burlap, rope, and jute. This is also an eco-friendly project since Doreen’s repurposed an empty tea container for the “frame” of her lantern. Doreen had all her [...Read More]

Outdoor Hanging Lanterns

There’s not much that sets the stage for relaxation like candle light. You can see how Serendipity created a little outdoor oasis beneath her pergola with a garden of hanging candle lanterns. I can just imagine that these are gorgeous all lit up. Serendipity is so brainy that she hung all her lanterns on vintage [...Read More]

Painted Glow Jars

Shari from Turnstyle Vogue made some really cool lit jars that offer the soft glow and laid back vibe of candles but without the open flame. Shari suggests using them for outdoor décor, weddings and parties, and even as nightlights for kids. The list goes on and on! Hands down,  I like Shari’s colorful collection [...Read More]

Hand Painted Planter

This season, Kim from Sand and Sisal is all about bringing bright, bold colors to her outdoor area. To help achieve the look she is after, Kim hand painted a plain fiberglass planter she already had with a whimsical design. I love this idea to liven up a tired planter with a fun combination of [...Read More]