Backyard Rescue
An early spring here in the prairies means we’re all ecstatic and spending as much time outside as possible! Many of us save getting our backyards, patios and gardens ready for summer until the May long weekend, but this year that will put us behind! So I’ve pulled together some of my favorite ways to get the backyard ready for quiet mornings enjoying coffee and the paper to entertaining friends and family.
If you’d like a little help organizing your space and pulling it together, take advantage of my Patio Bliss Package.
Map it Out
While I’m as eager as anyone to have friends over for margaritas on the patio, taking a moment to map out your space will pay off huge returns. How do you plan to use the space: lounging and relaxing, eating and entertaining, gardening, pick up games with the kids, all of the above? Knowing how you most want to use the space will allow you arrange the space accordingly. If you’d like to have a spot to eat and lounge but are limited on deck space, consider setting up one zone on the grass.
Ran out of room for a space to lounge? A hammock is a great solution, all you need are two trees.
Lighting
Although here in the prairies we’re blessed with longer days in the summer, lighting is still important. With all the great options available from candles to lanterns to fairy lights and tiki torches, it’s a great way enhance a decor theme.
Mirror the Indoors
How is your home decorated? Bold and colourful or calm and monochromatic? Carry that same theme into your outdoor space, doing so will help to create a cohesive look and help visually extend your living space outdoors. When putting together an outdoor space use the same touches you would use to make your home cozy – add throw pillows, candles, art and a rug. There are so many amazing outdoor living options in upholstery, fabrics and accessories, you may find it hard to exercise restraint!
How do you get your outdoor space ready for spring and summer?
Julia
May 12, 2016 3:50 pmI just love the image with the twinkle lights! I live in an apartment so, unfortunately, I dont have any outdoor space to decorate, but will definitely be bookmarking these tips for some day when I do! xoxo
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neelam
May 13, 2016 1:05 pmIsn’t it lovely! So happy to provide some inspiration 🙂
xx
Neelam
Linda
May 14, 2016 6:19 amSo perfect. I love that very much.
neelam
May 14, 2016 1:30 pmThank you Linda. Thanks for stopping by!
xx
Neelam
Laura Mitbrodt
May 17, 2016 6:10 amThese are so amazing, I want to hang out there
xo
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neelam
May 19, 2016 2:13 amAren’t they! I could happily laze in any one of these spaces. Thanks for stopping by Laura.
xx
Neelam
Trang Do
May 17, 2016 7:10 amThanks for your tips! Love this place!
Xoxo,
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neelam
May 19, 2016 2:13 amYou are so welcome Trang. Thanks for stopping by!
xx
Neelam
~ carmen ~
May 18, 2016 1:24 amMapping things out is definitely a vital. It doesn’t hurt to move things around & see what would work best with what you have. :]
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neelam
May 19, 2016 2:15 amI completely agree! An open mind and willingness to think outside the box are key! Thanks for stopping by Carmen!
xx
Neelam
Coco
May 18, 2016 9:19 amI love these photos, very beautiful
neelam
May 19, 2016 2:15 amThank you so much Coco!
xx
Neelam
Ivana @ The Charming Avenue
May 18, 2016 12:05 pmOh how I wish I could have a patio! But since I’m living in an apartment, I have to make do with a tiny balcony – which, by the way, I absolutely love 🙂 I’m planning to give it a little overhaul this month, and I’ll be definitely taking some inspiration from these pictures!
neelam
May 19, 2016 2:17 amGood for you! You’re right not to let a small space limit you! Make the best of what you have, and truly there is so much you can do! Happy to offer some inspiration and would love to see how it turns out 🙂
xx
Neelam