Outdoor Reading Nook Reveal #RRYardMakeover
If there's one space we've been under-using, it's definitely our outdoor front and back concrete porches. Since moving to our new home across the country, we've had a zillion things to do. We're finally, after all this time just getting to our sweet outdoor space. The beauty of living in Florida is that we can take advantage of spending time outdoors year round now. Yay! But, today I want to share a little space that I carved out just for me. You could call it an outdoor reading nook or my take on the lady cave without the cave. 😉 I’m a proud World Market Trendsetter, promotional items have been provided for this post. Today, I’m featuring my hand picked favorites outdoor living pieces.
Since we had no porch furnishings at all, I had to start from scratch. That meant that I would need a lovely chair that would be perfect for reading to start out. To stick to a budget and make this all work, I decided to use this St. Martin Outdoor Dining Side Chair which is a gorgeous, simple and sturdy option. When I put it together, I was even more happy with my choice. The seat is very long compared to a typical chair, making for extra wiggle room and more comfort. It also can be paired up with so many different decor options thanks to it's neutral color.
And fun decor options were certainly in my future. I fell in love with World Market's Adirondack Side Table, but they come in so many awesome colors, it was a tough choice! After choosing my outdoor pillow, I decided to go with the Apple Green table to keep things fun and bright with a splash of color. Isn't she pretty?
This Casablanca Tiles Outdoor Lumbar Pillow features Moroccan-inspired artwork, I really love how the pop of coordinating color with the pillow and side table really bring this look together simply.
Part of my master plan included showcasing plants and flowers using these simplistic Ivory Planters. I chose a small and a large planter, one to set on the table and the other near the chair. Of course, I ended up falling in love with a shrub. Ha! I will have to deal with that later on down the road. But, for now... I likey!
It's actually really funny, I've collected so many awesome items from World Market that it's easy to throw together a little slice of heaven for myself anytime. I have a special love for their glassware, beverage dispensers, serving trays, dinner napkins and so much more. Matter of fact, I feature a lot of their goodies in my food photos here on the blog. Can you spot them? Anything look familiar?
As a final touch, I chose one of these Blue Bubble Glass Hurricane Candleholder which is perfect for holding a citronella candle to keep pesky bugs away when I'm in my faux lady cave!
Now, just so you can get a feel of what my new outdoor reading nook is like... here is a sample of things I get to see every day here in Florida. Look hard, there is a little friend in there. See him?
I recently learned that the lizards that we're seeing all over the place are actually Brown Anoles. I have to say, I've grown pretty fond of these little critters! They are really fun to watch and just harmless little guys. Just another reason to love my new outdoor reading setup!
And, that's a wrap! Now on to some extra good stuff!
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Oh my goodness, how serene is that nook? I want one! Thanks for the ideas, now to convince Hubs!
Honestly? I would love a comfortable hammock in the back!! That reading nook looks comfortable and cozy. My daughter would hog that space as she LOVES reading outdoors.
Nooks, hammocks, bean bag chairs. As long as you're comfy, that's the main thing, in my book!
My backyard could really use a makeover!
This is adorable! Nthing's better than curling up up with a good book, and feeling the nice summer nighttime breeze while you enjoy! I love reading outdoors.
It's the best, Sarah! It's especially nice when you're seated in an area that oozes relaxation.
Oh I am so loving this look! It would look brilliant on my patio! I am seriously in love with the green apple side table!
I love how you created this look and then gave me the elements in the picture. It's really cool to see how you pulled all those pieces together.
Thanks! It was a ton of fun picking it all out and putting it together.
That nook really looks inviting! I really like the colors of the pillow. I'm going to enter the giveaway now.
This looks great. I love the plants. I am doing my back yard right now. I will have to add a reading nook.
Oooh. Maybe make the nook surrounded by plants. That might be nice.
I cannot wait to find a new home and create some outdoor nooks! I love your splashes of colors and punch of pattern! So chic!
Thank you! Fingers crossed you find a place that you can make your own very soon!
It would be so nice to have an outdoor area as pretty as this. My patio is just a little concrete area and it's boring.
Well, do it up, Liz! All it takes is a little of this and a little of that. =D
I wish I had porches nice enough to decorate. Yours turned out really nice looking.
Oh my goodness, what a cute little reading area. I could totally see myself sitting down to a good book there... I just may be knocking on your door one day soon, LOL
Come on down, Shauna! My door's always open! =D
This is my kind of space! I really love the chair, pillow, and planters so much! The colors and pattern are perfect.
Thanks! I had such a great time planning it out.
I absolutely love every last detail! It is so bright yet comfortable and classy. . . It looks amazing. I cant wait to check out the sites and find some cool things myself.
There's all kinds of great stuff! And thank you for the compliment! I thought it came out decent. 😉
This is a cute little nook! I'd love to spend a few minutes reading a good book and soaking in the fine weather.
That's exactly what I use it for! It's especially nice on a hot day with a breeze.
Wow, I love it. I think it's an awesome place to sit outside and read.
It really is. It's so peaceful out there. *sigh*