My home: Home Depot style challenge

So I was contacted a few weeks back about participating in Home Depot's style challenge again. You may remember the last challenge I did for them a little over a year ago.

This go round, I was asked to participate in the patio style challenge and boy oh boy was I excited about that! My backyard space has been pretty neglected the past few years. Seriously, we don't even bother to go out there unless we're throwing a few pieces of meat on the grill. And what a poor excuse for a grill it is:(

I have already seen the patio set I'll be receiving from them, so it's just a matter of zhushing the space up around it. How will I do that? So far I'm thinking pops of color and plants. I'll add a few other elements as well (like a possible DIY).

Stay tuned as I share a few sneak peeks along the way:-)

Stay inspired,

Lakeitha

DO YOU SETTLE?

Months ago I mentioned that I wanted to spruce up my back patio (if I can call it that!). I listed a few things that I could buy that were budget friendly and could hold me over until I was able to get what I really wanted. So as many projects I plan to do around the house, it was put on hold. But as I noticed stores clearing out their summer items, I went ahead and snatched a few things up like:

These chairs that were down to $26 each

This table that was $36

This garden stool that was $21

and a few pillows (in blue) that were $3.24 each

Yes they were all great deals, but like I said, they will be used until I get what I really want. My question is this: Do you purchase things to hold you over until you get what you want? Or, do you put that money to the side to put towards what you really want?

SHOPPING FOR OUTDOOR FURNITURE

Spring is here and with it comes beautiful weather. With highs here in the 90's already and pleasant lows in the mid 60's, it's time to start thinking about the outdoors. I don't have much in my backyard to work with other than a small concrete slab. Unlike the the above photo my space is limited to a few small chairs and possibly a small side table. But, like everything else, I plan to make the most of the space.




Last night, I went out looking for some possible contenders for my back 'patio' space. First stop, J C Penney


Cindy Crawford has some nice outdoor furniture and accessories. Although it is nice, this set up is a little too much for my space.

This chair (above) is a nice color and good size for the space. And for $39 it definitely has potential (and I have a coupon!)


Now, lets head over to Target where I found this table that would look great with the chairs I found at J C Penney, but first I'll have to make sure it will fit.



This set (below) had me at hello! But, the price said no:( At $500 for the chairs alone I'd rather wait until next year when we really plan to tackle the backyard.


Moving along to pillow options...


I'm thinking about something in the red family since I plan to paint my front door red. I found a few other pillows at Home Depot so stay tuned for those!