our back deck...

Hope your weekend was fabulous!

I finished arranging, making a slew of pillows and tweaking the decor on our deck. I've always

 had large pots overflowing with flowers, but the formal manicured look of boxwoods has won

 me over big-time and the only pot of flowers to be found is a little pansy from early spring.

We inherited four large, cushy chairs from my parents, and I wasn't sure if it would be

overkill in addition to the two we had, but it's already proven to be a comfy conversation

 area to enjoy with friends. :)  

I found this over sized lantern on the clearance rack at TJ Maxx...

This black Ikea Lack table is the perfect size for the patio... 

Looking back toward the buffet...

Remember this wicker settee I found at the garage sale last year,

I made new cushions from drop cloths, my first drop cloth diy, and some new pillows.

I want to cover the six chairs to match...someday. :)  

A piece of stone placed on top of a ceramic pot gives more surface area to set drinks.

The potting bench is mostly used for a serving buffet, I stole the idea of a lamp after seeing

 how cool Emily's looked on her patio. You won't believe it ~ this lamp was on the sidewalk 

with a free sign. I didn't do a thing to it, or the shade! #luckyday

But I do have a fun idea for the shade...it's on the list...

My diy sunburst I made awhile back found a new home.

I printed out 'chill' on the computer and added it to a simple frame. 

Our patio table with the requisite Pellegrino for photo shoots.   

  

Bring on the BBQ's, drinks and friends! 

We're ready!

Check out last year's 'decked out' post for a different look with
potted flowers and the settee in bright green ikat here.  

Joining Kim @ Savvy Southern Style for Wow Us Wednesdays
Traci @ Beneath My Heart for Best DIY Projects of June