This summer has been unusually beautiful! Sunny, slightly breezy and not humid! We could not have picked a better year to build a new patio.
Once a week we have "family dinner night". So, the family is gathered and we are having iced tea and a few hors d'oeures before dinner. It's the perfect time to share our new patio.
Here's what the old patio looked like ...
This is the best picture I could find of the old patio... It was taken last year at Chris and Abby's Northern Country Wedding Reception.
Let's just say it was just a tad bigger than a postage stamp!
And here is how it looks now...
We gathered on the patio at 6:00 to spend an evening of family fun. Music, dinner, ladder ball and dogs! Lots of happy, rambunctious of dogs!!!
Jacqueline and Jonathan and their pup Barron...
They came up from DC for a few days. Oh, my heart is full when my house is full!
Christopher and Abby and their boy Beau... and Scamp! He loves to photo bomb!
Chris is sporting his pre-surgery beard. Mama is NOT a fan! But, he is facing a very major surgery in the beginning of July so whatever gets him psyched up for it is okay with me. We could use all the prayers you can send! More on that in a week or so.
And my Mom and Jim...
My sweet mother and step-father live 5 miles from us and winter in San Antonio. They are here (WHERE THEY BELONG) for the summer!
The big question once the patio was completed was ... how do I dress up and furnish such a big space?
I'm still thinking that question through...Do I want an outdoor living room... or keep it nice and casual?
It will take a season or two of living in the space to know exactly how I want to decorate this area.
Right now I have the patio set up "bistro style". Little square tables with market umbrellas and lots of pots with flowers and TIKI ® BRAND FLAME AND SOLAR TORCHES.
The pots make a nice barrier between the upper level and the lower fire pit. And the TIKI BRAND TORCHES make such a strong visual statement.
When the Flame and Solar Torches are not lit, the solar activated top gives off a very pretty flame-like glow. So every night we have a soft glow dotting the patio.
It's really something to see!
The kind people at TIKI BRAND have provided me with some beautiful TIKI BRAND PRODUCTS to give away.
See the bottom of this post for the details.
Tonight we lit the FLAME AND SOLAR TORCHES for ambiance and to keep away the bugs. The torches are filled with TIKI CITRONELLA TORCH FUEL.
I love the idea of having little gathering places to read and eat and talk on the patio.
Right now we have mesh tables and chairs on the patio. They are light enough to easily move and put together as one long table when it's time for dinner!
Bobby grilled steaks on his smoker/grill! They were so delicious!
I hope you liked our family dinner night and our new patio! Come join us again... we always have room at the table for one or two more!
Now, let's talk GIVEAWAY!!!!
The very nice folks at TIKI BRAND are giving away
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to one lucky StoneGable reader! The prize value is $119.97.
All you have to do is leave a comment or like TIKI BRAND PRODUCTS on facebook or like StoneGable on Facebook!
You can also follow TIKI BRAND on PINTEREST. They have great ideas for outdoor entertaining!
Thanks, so much TIKI BRAND PRODUCTS.
All you have to do is leave a comment or like TIKI BRAND PRODUCTS on facebook or like StoneGable on Facebook!
You can also follow TIKI BRAND on PINTEREST. They have great ideas for outdoor entertaining!
Thanks, so much TIKI BRAND PRODUCTS.
The giveaway will end Sunday June 30th at 12:00 pm.
I have been compensated for this post. But all of the opinions are mine.
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When I was a kid my parents never threw an outdoor party without Tiki torches. I would love some light features for my deck and patio.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful patio!!! I would say a living room style arrangement is a good idea. You have the space to do both a table and chair area plus a conversation living room area. That fire pit is screaming for comfy chairs surrounding it. Very big in California so we can continue using the patio more than just summer!!
DeleteI love the patio! It is gorgeous and I'm sure you will have many enjoyable times using it. Thanks for the giveaway and Yes please enter me.
ReplyDeleteI also went to Tiki Brands on Facebook liked the page and told them I saw the giveaway here on Stonegable..Thanks!
DeleteThanks Dolly!
DeleteWhat a beautiful patio -
ReplyDeleteI love all the stone - and the steps are wonderful...
Enjoy you time this summer on your beautiful patio..
ROse
I haven't tried the Tiki Torches or the Antiqua Fire Sculptures,but they look amazing on your new patio! What a beautiful space and LOVE the potting area as described in your post yesterday. You have great ideas and I appreciate the "Easy Peasy" tutorials you give. Enjoy making things that make my home more comfortable and enjoyable to be in.
ReplyDeleteBest Wishes to you and your son for surgeries.
Thanks again for making everyday brighter and FUN!
We are moving to a new place in acworth ga. So we will be setting up a new outdoor area! Would love the tiki torches to help me do that!! Love seeing your family!
ReplyDeleteLove your outdoor space, your pots, seeing photos of your beautiful family & the torches! Praying for your son's surgery.
ReplyDeleteWow! These torches look great. Would love to have some of them. Thank you.
ReplyDeletedswheeler53@bluemarble.net
Your patio is perfect! I cannot believe all that Tiki offers - I think they used to just have the torches. These all look amazing :)
ReplyDeletenothing better than outdoor time with family in the summer!!! Beautiful space!!
ReplyDeleteLove your new patio! And the torches are a great addition, too! They look great in the planters! I need some of those!
ReplyDeleteSusan
Your new patio is as beautiful as the rest of your home. The Tiki torches add a perfect, festive touch, enjoy!
ReplyDeleteBe Still My Heart...what a gorgeous and spacious patio! I'm green with envy over your blooming planters and beautiful floral combinations too! They're a perfect spot for a Tiki torch! Thanks for the chance to win :)
ReplyDeleteYour patio is stunning! BUT even more so is your beautiful family! I have a stone patio as well and I love everything about it ~Sonya
ReplyDeleteI love your new patio!! Thank you so much for sharing and being an amazing inspiration to us. God bless!!
ReplyDeletePerfect outdoor space!
ReplyDeleteOur favorite thing about summer is being able to spend time outside with the kids in the evening. Eating outside and smores are just about the kids most favorite things. Your patio is beautiful and your planters are wonderful!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteeverything of your new patio setting is just lovely. I like how you had gorgeous planters to then anchor the tiki
ReplyDeletetorches. Also love that your post had family enjoying the patio here! We have used torches for years , but these are oh so much lovelier!
I've followed tiki on pinterest and liked Stonegable on fb.
I enjoy your blog so much!
Thanks so much!
DeleteYour new patio is gorgeous!! I see many family dinners in that outdoor space. The Tiki torches in your patio plants look great! That Fire Sculpture would look great on my patio. Thanks for the inspiration and opportunity.
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ReplyDeleteI love your patio! What a wonderful space to entertain. Love the pots with the tiki torches, nice touch! My prayers to you and your family for a successful surgery for your son.
ReplyDeleteYou have created a beautiful outdoor living area. I am hosting a bridal shower at my home next month and I have a large deck, Tiki lights will be a perfect addition to or space with all our Florida bugs! Your blog gives me such inspiration! I think you should add a living area to your patio, but anything you do will be perfect!
ReplyDeleteStacy Jenkins
I love the patio makeover. Beautiful job and a great way to spend a summer evening.
ReplyDeleteMy poor wooden deck is falling apart after 35 years, but since it is up in the air, I can't have a beautiful stone patio. Yours is fabulous. I love the bistro tables and torches. I enjoy reading your blog everyday. I especially love when there is an open house with other bloggers. I email my friends and we all take the tours.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun idea! I have another tour planned in August!
DeleteI would love to win some torches! :-) How do you like the citronella oil? Does it really keep the bugs away or not? I've tried citronella candles in the past and it didn't seem to help.
ReplyDeleteWhat I really like about the citronella oil is that we can't smell it in the torches. And yes, it did keep the pests away...not a bug at dinner! Thanks for asking!
DeleteYour new patio looks so nice. I know you will enjoy it so much! Thanks for a great give away.
ReplyDeleteWonderful new patio and I love that you have a wait and see method about decorating! I love to let the space talk to me and tell me how I need it to function and look pretty as well :-)
ReplyDeleteand thanks for the great giveaway!
Your patio is absolutely beautiful and you have a lovely family! Prayers for Chris and your entire family for his upcoming surgery.
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful! I never knew that tiki torches ran on solar power, too!
ReplyDeleteCourtney, when I went to TIKI Brand site I was so surprised too! They have fabulous torches. I've gottta get the Antigua Fire Sculpture. It's sitting in my garage and it looks fabulous! I hope it goes to a really good home!
DeleteYour patio is beautiful. We worked our whole lives and strived for that comfort and warmth. Don't get me wrong but some days I would trade it all to have all my family here everyday again. But when they are Party in Style Girl!!!!! (I must admit I do find great enjoyment in being an empty nester, just different. lol)
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean Terri! It is such a blessing to have our families with us. My daughter and hubby live in DC and have a very full life. It's so wonderful when the come "home". It is truly treasured time!
DeleteYour patio is lovely!
ReplyDeleteI love your patio! I like the bistro style, too….
ReplyDeleteWe're getting ready to redo our deck and build a patio and landscape our backyard. Your patio is wonderful inspiration! How much fun! You have the prettiest family on the planet, by the way….
Yvonne, what a great space and with all your creativity I know that this will be a spectacular patio area.
ReplyDeleteI love that the Tiki torches are beautiful and functional! I would love to have them for my outdoor entertaining, although it is on a somewhat smaller scale than yours :-)!
ReplyDeleteOh my, I'm in love with your patio! It's such a great size. You know what they say, go big or go home!! And big is definitely better. It fits the scale of your house and accommodates so many people. Gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteAs for the give-away - what a terrific prize. Hope they ship to Canada!!
Heather, If you win I will get it there!
DeleteBeautiful patio and the Tiki torches are awesome! Love the fire sculpture also!
ReplyDeleteYour patio is a beautiful extension of your home. I'm at my daughter's taking care of my grandbabies after her surgery. You just hold your breath until you get the call saying everything's okay.
ReplyDeletePraying for your daughter!
DeleteI love your new outdoor space! I think an outdoor living room and outdoor dining area would be nice for such a large patio.
ReplyDeletePrayers for you son and those who love him. PB
ReplyDeleteLove your new patio. The Tiki torches are awesome .
ReplyDeleteLove your new patio. Enjoy those wonderful family gatherings.
ReplyDeleteYour patio is beautiful! I'll be praying for your son.
ReplyDeleteYour patio is gorgeous. The perfect place to gather with family and friends!
ReplyDeleteWonderful giveaway.
Mary Alice
The kids look like models and the patio is awesome! And I like the beard.
ReplyDeleteYvonne your new patio is perfect and I can see how much the family is enjoying the time spent there! Of course I would love the Tiki accessories. They would make my little patio shine!
ReplyDeletexoxo
Karena
The Arts by Karena
How beautiful the new patio is.....love the fire pit too!
ReplyDeleteI love your new patio space.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful patio and I know it will be enjoyed for a long time. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful patio!!
ReplyDeleteGreat job on the patio, love it!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful job, so much work but soooo worth it!
DeleteLove the new patio! And that the entire family (including the fur grandbabies) are there!
ReplyDeleteThat patio is gorgeous!!! Love the stone work and how it all blends so well the StoneGable. The Tiki torch lend just the right touch to set it all off. We've just finished a new fit pit in our garden area and would love those torches to light the night and keep the bugs at bay. Thanks for all your inspiration Yvonne.
ReplyDeleteThe patio and firepit are just beautiful and very inviting :)
ReplyDeleteJust so enjoyed seeing your beautiful new patio. It looks like the perfect place to gather with family and friends.
ReplyDeleteLove your patio Yvonne! What a wonderful addition to your home. I love outdoor spaces and would find myself there all day I am sure. I will be keeping your son in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteDebi
I love your new patio! Please enter me in the give away. I will also go to their facebook page and tell them I saw the give away on Stone Gable! I will keep your son in my prayers. One of my sons is having surgery on his knee in July as well.
ReplyDeletePraying for your son too Heidi!
DeleteLove your new patio. Looks like to perfect spot to enjoy summer with the family. And would love to try out the new solar tiki torches.
ReplyDeleteI love you patio and fire pit!!!!!! It is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteMy husband is building a fire pit are for us so our grandchildren can enjoy roasting marshmallows and making s'mores! The Tiki Torch would be just perfect to add to it!!
Thanks!
Yvonne, this is so fabulous, and your family photos are really, really good! How did you keep this secret construction project from us? I don't remember a mention of it at ALL! How long did it take (and I assume you had it contracted, not a DIY project). It's just so fabulous. I think you're smart to wait out a year or two to see how you use it before going all out with furnishing.
ReplyDeleteRita, our fabulous landscaping crew, Castlerock , started in April. It was one big mess for awhile. But the company was FABULOUS!!! They got my backyard in order in no time. It took about 3 weeks for the construction and until now for the grass to grow back in.
DeleteDo you get my newsletter? I wrote about it there.
Fabulous patio! My in-laws own our farm & we rent the house, and they recently began construction on a lovely covered patio for us. It is still in the decor planning stage & tiki torches are very high up on the want list.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely patio and a lovely family Yvonne. You continue to inspire me each and everyday...The torches look great too...
ReplyDeleteI've just recently found your blog and am still exploring it and loving every minute!!!! Such a beautiful home!
ReplyDeleteYvonne, your new patio is wonderful! We have one that large and absolutely love it. We are just missing a fire pit! Tiki torches would be great out by our cantina, especially this year with all the rain we've had. You know, rain is good but darned those mosquitoes! Thanks for a chance.
ReplyDeleteI am finding your weekly menu plan and Sunday inspirationals a welcome reprieve from so much that is on the net! You have a beautiful family and they helped make the new patio look terrific!! You are so right about the heart being full when family is close.
ReplyDeleteLove the patio! Of course you knew someone would ask.. where did you get that gorgeous black rolling cart that you have the plants in? Love, love, love it all. Prayers that the surgery will go well.
ReplyDeleteHi Shyanna,
DeleteI got it from Decor Steals. I love it too! If I ever see it again I am getting another for the laundry room! Here is the link...http://www.decorsteals.com/
I am new to reading your blog, I spent many hours reading old posts! I loved every post, your home and especially your family are beautiful! It is so wonderful that you have them close. There is nothing like warm weather and a patio! Thanks for your inspiration!
ReplyDeleteThe torches are such nice touches to an absolutely stunning patio! I can see you making an abundance of fantastic memories there. Thanks for sharing your clever and stylish tips with us!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful patio Yvonne. Perfect place for summer entertaining..
ReplyDeleteI knew it! When I saw your picture on FB last night, I thought, "they must have enlarged the patio"!!!!! It is GORGEOUS and HUGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am a tad jealous:):):) I can't wait to see it! You are so blessed to have "family night"!!!!!! What a wonderful group of people!!!!!!!!!!!!! Have to get to the dentist but will be back to really savor this! XOXO
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful family and a great gathering on your new patio! Would love some Tiki torches for mine!
ReplyDeleteawesome patio. did you guys do this or did you hire someone. some of our best family times are spent outside in our outdoor spaces. Love what you have done.
ReplyDeleteLaura, this job was too big for us so we hired a wonderful landscaping firm Castlerock. We are using the old brick pavers for a diy project! We are making a border around our veggie garden. I can't wait to share it. It may be awhile as we are only working 1 day each weekend on it.
DeleteI LOVE your new patio! We have a deck which we love, but we would love to do a patio off of it with a fire pit like yours! We really do use our deck as an extension of our indoor living space. We took two years of living here before we really figured out how we wanted to use our space. LOVE the TIKI brand! We have a ton of mosquitos here in MN, especially with all of the rain we have been getting!
ReplyDeleteYour patio is lovely. I am particularly taken with your plants in your pots!
ReplyDeleteAndrea
AndeM1@hotmail.com
What a lovely space Yvonne...it's so nice your family can spread out and all be comfortable. At our last party I bought inexpensive tiki torches and put them around our deck. Would love to have these from Tiki Brand! Enjoy your new space!
ReplyDeleteLove your patio!! We are in the planning stage of a redo here too, & your post gave me more ideas (insert sigh from the hub lol). I really like the idea of combining the torches in the planters. Feel this way they are more secure & protected from being bumped into. I'll have to add that to my list of ideas. Never knew that there were solar ones....nice alternative. Also prayers for your son too. Being a mom I understand the worry.
ReplyDeleteCynthia, I love love love these solar torches. In the evening and all through the night they give off the most beautiful glow! My patio looks even prettier when it is dark!
DeletePerfection! Yvonne I do believe you have the golden touch.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!
ReplyDeleteI love your patio and especially I love to read your blog. I would love to have the Tki tourches on my deck.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the fabulous giveaway.
Simply Suzannes at Home
ReplyDeleteFirst, your patio is gorgeous. I love the sprawling space (and seeing your family!!).
I love the large planters spilling over with bright flowers . . . and the bistro sets!
I can see your patio with an exceptionally LONG farmhouse table. A table so long that you can fit 20 people at it. Like the stunning table seen on P. Allen Smith's Farm House Retreat.
The under-lighting on the patio ledge is also quite pretty! You folks did a great job. So happy that you shared with us.
I have a little patio envy right now ;0)
Have a great Thursday, Yvonne!
Suzanne
The patio is quite lovely! We could really use the torches this year. The bugs are worst than ever, it seems! Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteOhhhhh....I love being outdoors and would desperately like to have such a gorgeous outdoor space to entertain. The tiki torches and fire sculpture would be definite inspiration to get started on one! And hey....today's my birthday...so it'd be a LOVELY birthday gift!! LOL!! ;)
ReplyDeleteYour patio is GORGEOUS! I think I would be out there all the time. I love the idea of solar powered torches! Awesome.
ReplyDeleteYour patio is wonderful! Would love to win torches for my little cozy patio!
ReplyDeleteHow lovely, just bought a home, and I have so many ideas. We love to have our glass of wine and dinner on the patio. Would make a perfect addition for atmosphere. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteYour patio turned out beautiful! What an amazing view you have there. Love the torches!
ReplyDeletePenny
I love your patio. The torches add very nice touch!
ReplyDeleteLovely Family & patio. I really like the fire sculpture. bjarraf at gmail dot com.
ReplyDeleteWow !!! Great job on your backyard patio. Those Tiki Torches have come a long way and give just the right finishing touch. Would love to add these to my patio. Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeletelauriecordeniz@verizon.net
I am drooling over your patio right now Yvonne. It is beautiful! How nice that you got to do the reveal with your family there for a visit! I love the idea of multiple bistro tables for separate seating areas but light enough to pull together for a larger dinner. Thanks so much for sharing your new space.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Patti
I love the patio...It is gorgeous and I'm sure you will have many enjoyable times using it. Thanks for the giveaway and Yes please enter me...I am not on facebook as I am not a fan of it but I pray I will be favored with an entry just for commenting...blessings to you and the family, healing and fast recuperation for your son!
ReplyDeletejennyarzola (at) yahoo (dot) com
Love your new patio! The tiki torches look perfect!
ReplyDeleteI love these. I am so wanting to fix up my backyard & these would look great. Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteErin
erinandvictor@yahoo.com
Love the stone patio, would like to do the same thing!
ReplyDeleteYour patio is perfect for your home! Can't wait to see how it evolves. Best wishes for your son. I would love to win those torches - hopefully they will look as nice on my little deck as they do on your wonderful patio.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful patio and children!!! ( dogs too!!). Prayers for a good surgery and quick healing!!! Happy day to you!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful! :-) I love everything and can't wait to see what you add to it the next few years. I love the large pots of flowers and your idea to put the torches in them. Will be praying everything goes well for your son! Sharon Geers
ReplyDeleteLove your new patio area Yvonne! It is always so nice to have an outdoor area to spend time in when the weather is beautiful. Speaking of beautiful your family is beautiful! That is so great that everybody was able to come and hang on the porch. Your parents are just a hop skip and a jump from me during the winter months. We went to San Antonio for SPring Break.
ReplyDeleteOh My!! what a Beautiful patio! I was admiring the field aside your house! so Beautiful! Beautiful family! Sending prayers for your Son successful surgery! Knowing All is Well. GOD Bless.
ReplyDeleteLove the reveal! I enjoy your blog so very much....keep up the good work! Prayers for your son's surgery.
ReplyDeleteJanice F
Such a welcoming, lovely space! I know you'll enjoy creating many fond family memories on your gorgeous new patio!!!
ReplyDeleteWow, the backyard looks BEAUTIFUL! Thanks for sharing! My husband and I are trying to spruce up our backyard. It's always a work in progress! Thanks for the opportunity! Hope the surgery for your son goes well! xo
ReplyDeleteseasidesmitten@aol.com
Your patio is amazing. I always love to see what you do outside, because I also sort of live in the country. That is perfect!
ReplyDeleteYou have a beautiful family and I love your patio! Sending my prayers for a good outcome with the surgery for your son also. Thanks for the giveaway and have a Blessed day!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, Yvonne! Your patio is gorgeous - as is your family! Wishing you many wonderful summer evenings on the patio with family and friends!!!
ReplyDeleteWe are in the process of making our patio a little oasis right now!! Tiki torches are something we have on the list to get eventually - these would be awesome! Your patio is beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteOh Yvonne this is just wonderful!! Love the bistro table idea and putting the torches in your large planters. I know you will make many awesome memories here.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful patio! My little postage stamp patio could use some work... the Tiki torches would be a wonderful start!
ReplyDeleteLove your patio. I am green with envy!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful place to gather with loved ones.I always used Tiki torches when we had cookouts in my back yard,those bugs will eat you alive,LOL!!!!!
ReplyDeletewhat a fabulous space! i love the curved wall that you can use as seating. i'm also jealous of the mild weather you said you are having...it's been super humid here. we put in a little patio, just a few feet bigger around than our table and chairs, but we are loving what it does to our yard and our entertainment quotient. enjoy yours!
ReplyDeleteb
Love your patio. What a wonderful place for gatherings! We added a stone patio to our East TN mountain cabin last year. I have been looking for tourches. Really like yours.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely love the Tiki brand torches! Living in Florida, I could use them year round! Thanks for the opportunity!
ReplyDeleteLovely job on an outdoor room that allows family fun. Candles and torches always add a bit of glitter to a fun time.
ReplyDeleteOh Yvonne....I just knew that your new patio was going to be a stunner!!!....Love everything about it....from the beautiful furniture to the gorgeous patio floor to those magnificent planters...but best of all, it is such a wonderful place for family and friends to gather!!!....I love Tiki Torches...we used to use them a lot in our Florida homes...great giveaway!!
ReplyDeleteYvonne, your patio is beautiful! Love the layout! Thanks so much for this amazing giveaway!
ReplyDeleteSigh. Don't you just love summer on the porch, bonfires, family "picnics" and not having to wear 27 layers of clothes to be outside? Summer is such a happy time. We have a dairy farm, and I know you live next to a farm. Don't you just love the smell of freshly mowed hay????? No bugs. Good times.
ReplyDeleteWe smell more than hay around here! But I love it all!
DeleteI just adore your blog and your new patio is gorgeous just like everything else on here. I spend way too much time admiring your home and your living style. My husband and I will be celebrating our 10 year wedding anniversary with a big bash in August and I would love tot win these torches for our backyard!!
ReplyDeleteShannon, happy 10th coming up! It's wonderful that now you will be celebrating double digits with your hubby!
DeleteI love to sit outside and listen to the frogs and crickets but those dang mosquitos have got to go!!! Hoping these torches can keep them away!!
ReplyDeleteYou have a beautiful patio and the torches look great.
ReplyDeleteI just love your blog - it is my relaxing ahhhhh time when I read it. Your patio turned out beautifully!
ReplyDeleteLove the new patio, I am sure it will be even more gorgeous once you put "your touch" to it. What a great giveaway, please put my name in the hat. I would love the fire sculpture very much and the torches would add so much to our back patio. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteLove everything about the new patio! The torches look great in the pots!
ReplyDeleteYour patio is gorgeous! Love the Tiki lights in the pots. You are such a wonderful decorator; inside and out!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful patio. Love all the fantastic touches that you have added.
ReplyDeletePrayers for Christopher.
Love the tiki lights. Have to look for them in the stores here.
Denise
Yvonne, I just want to move in with you! Love the new patio. Love the Tiki lights! I was trying to figure where I'd put them when I saw you had them in your pots. That's my answer! The best part was meeting your family! W ill be praying for Chris.
ReplyDeleteI love them in my flower pots. They are anchored well and really give my posts height and drama! Give that a try! You will be hooked!
DeleteLove the patio and your lovely family. The pots with the Tiki torches are just right for a soft ambience in the evening. The only thing missing was you in the pictures.
ReplyDeleteYour new patio is beautiful! I am like you; happiest when my home is full with all of my children back home. Thank you for sharing your photos with us. WIll keep your son in prayer for a successful surgery and complete and quick recovery.
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing transformation! I think your patio is bigger than my Welsh cottage!
ReplyDeleteIn the unlikely event that the random generator picks me, I'll nominate an American friend, if that's okay? She'd be so thrilled.
Waving from Across The Pond Deb in The Shire
You are such a dear!!
DeleteNow that is a place you could relax and take time to smell the roses, loved it
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love that patio! And I couldn't agree more about the house being when my children are all home!
ReplyDeleteMelissa Kramer
frogribbit44 @ gmail . com
Would love to win the giveway. Your patio is lovely and the evening with family looks delightful.
ReplyDeleteLove everything you do and especially love your patio and the TIKI torches in the planters!! Look forward to your FB page daily and to your Blog. Love incorporating your ideas in my house here and there!!!
ReplyDeleteI just love your patio! What a great design. Tiki torches are so fun and add such a great atmosphere to outdoor parties. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteI love your patio, Yvonne! Looks perfect for entertaining and just spending just you and Bobby or your family! I would love to win your giveaway! Would you mind sharing what flowers you planted in pots...gorgeous!!!!
ReplyDeleteAnn Reel
Ann, I'll do a post next week with all the flower details just for you!!! Look for it on Monday!
DeleteLove the Tiki torches!
ReplyDeletebeautiful patio! I can tell already that it will get a lot of use! Love the idea of the tiki torches in the flower pots!
ReplyDeleteDonna Marie
Love your gorgeous-stunning patio!!! What a treat for you all to be able to walk out into a nice slice of paradise!! I think it is wise to wait a bit to furnish - to see what the feel is would be essential for me! The large pots of flowers are so beautiful!! I have a bit of envy for it all - but in a good way!!! Great giveaway as well!! Thanks so much for sharing this with us all!!
ReplyDeleteStunning patio! Larger,but,still cozy and warm
ReplyDeleteYvonne, your patio is amazing. I love it and am jealous. I can't seem to get my hubby on board for a nice outside area. He could care less. Maybe some day.
ReplyDeleteKim I traded the master bath makeover for the patio. Bobby loves it now! Keep on working!
DeleteI'm back to droool all over my computer again!!!! This is simply stunning. I love your pots with the torches. Can you tell me what size the pots are and where youi got yhem? I would love to do something similiar. LOOOOVE the torches! I could use them around the pind, in fact we were just talking about getting torches yesterday!!!! Give me a call!!!!!XOXO
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway. Now to find big pots. aknakrs@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteHow fun and relaxing! A great way to enjoy the warm, summer months. Looking forward to using our new patio over the holiday as well. I like your idea of multiple tables that can be moved around as needed. Keeps things more personal and cozy. Enjoy the fourth. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
ReplyDeleteLove your new patio! It is beautiful! I would love to win! I will have to find big pots! Yours are just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous patio! I am pinning this because we have been talking about doing something similar one of these days. Enjoy!
ReplyDelete-Shelley
Such a dreamy patio, and I am sure the fire at night makes it even more inviting. Thanks for such good photos, and thinking with prayer of your loved one facing surgery.
ReplyDeleteYour patio space is GORGEOUS! I love the idea of family dinner night - my boys are only 11 & 9 at present, but I hope that we are able to keep that tradition when they're grown. What an awesome giveaway - thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteYour patio looks great! Prayers for you and your family for the future surgery. Thank you for the drawing.
ReplyDeleteThe patio is beautiful! Love the tiki torches!
ReplyDeleteYvonne, Your patio is wonderful, and is large enough to entertain so many. I loved seeing your family. Too bad you weren't in the pictures! I've begun praying for your son. I don't have to have the details, because God knows. Thank you for the chance on the wonderful Tiki products. I've liked them on Facebook and followed them on Pinterest. There's great ideas in both places.
ReplyDeleteI love your new beautiful patio.
ReplyDeleteIt's gorgeous Yvonne! Paradise actually, and your pots and umbrellas are the perfect accents!
ReplyDeleteI hope all goes well with your son :(
xxx
Oh my goodness, it's just gorgeous, Yvonne! What a beautiful space and a beautiful family. Your home belongs in Better Homes and Gardens at the very least! What a precious gift you give to your family from your heart of hospitality. Thanks for sharing it with us as well!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful patio! Thanks for sharing your lovely family with us.
ReplyDeleteLove your new patio. We have one similar and spend all the time enjoying it. Love coffee in the morning, ice tea for afternoon break from gardening or other chores and a cocktail in the evening.
ReplyDeleteI would imagine the tiki's look like fire flies in the evening when in solar mode.
I will definitely keep your son in my prayers.
Thanks for the great give away.
So beautiful! So blessed!
ReplyDeleteCindy
I love your patio and the lights you positioned on the side wall in the stone. Your flowers are beautiful and a perfect place for the tiki lights!!!
ReplyDeleteVery nice. Thanks for some good ideas. MarySue
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful patio area! Lori C (lchmiel@charter.net)
ReplyDeleteSo nice to see your beautiful family on your new wonderful patio. Love your colorful flower pots and your great new outdoor room. The Tiki torches add so much ambience. Great giveaway. Like how you designed the firepit area.
ReplyDeleteYvonne, I love your fire pit and the colored bricks or pavers used on your patio. We could really use those torches on our deck.
ReplyDeleteLove your patio, just gorgeous with planters and the Tiki torches in the center. I never thought to use a planter for the foundation for a light that way. I also love the two large dogs, they can visit me anytime up here in Canada. Hope the surgery goes well for your son, my son goes under the knife on the 15th and his nerves are shot already, so I know how tense these can be for family.
ReplyDeleteLooks lovely! What a great improvement. Wish I could visit. Hugs and hellos to all.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful family and lovely patio. Just the thing I need for my patio redo! Thank you for the giveaway. Di@Cottage-Wishes
ReplyDeleteLove the patio and the Tiki products! Thanks for offering them!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a beautiful transformation! Love the muted colors of gray against the colors of the leaves and foliage!
ReplyDeleteI see many, many parties and BBQ's for you and your family. Your new patio is so inviting, that you will constantly have friends and family over!
Thanks for sharing and the giveaway.........................nettiecrain@live.com
I love those Tiki Torches. And your patio is beautiful, Yvonne! Everything you do is just "class"!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful patio but even more beautiful family.
ReplyDeleteI like your new patio, Yvonne...and you have a good-looking family. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDelete~~~Aurora
Love your new patio. Family is such a blessing and yours looks wonderful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful patio! Beautiful home!
ReplyDeleteWould love the tiki torches! They'd be great around our patio! Love your patio reno...By the way, I am in Lancaster County also! Love your blog!
ReplyDelete~Yvonne~
ReplyDeleteWhat a dream to have a lovely outdoor space like yours and share with a dear family. Does life get any better?!?!
I work 40 hours a week come home put my feet up ! Would love to win the Tiki Torches to help me see the light at the end of the tunnel , right !! :)
You are blessed Yvonne .
Paula - IN
p.s. I love the little pup, makes me smile so cute .
Am downsizing and would love the Tiki products for our new retirement nest. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteLove your patio. What a beautiful place to relax and enjoy summer! -Debbie
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful! And a great place for people and pups to hang out.
ReplyDeletexo Pat
Yvonne as usual everything is gorgeous! And what a beautiful family including the pups you have! I love the tiki torches and love using them for parties too! Tiki torches just make it seem like a party! Also I was wondering did you make all those amazing pots of plants yourself? Take care! Kathy@The Daily Nest
ReplyDeleteYvonne,
ReplyDeleteEverything looks amazing!., I love the option of having a bi-level patio with the firepit and the tiki torches., looks so soothing!. :) enjoy the family time and summer.,
Your home is as beautiful on the outside as it is on the inside. Thanks for the inspiration and the give away.
ReplyDeleteMary Ellis