Backyard

i never got to reface my house or do any landscaping this year - but next year i'm ALL about my backyard - i really want to make it my oasis - i have a pretty large backyard to work with, which is a good thing, it's not huge, but now small either - i did a lil here and there this year - but nothing like i imagine it to one day look like - here's a few things i have in my mind for my backyard oasis:


this is something i can SO make on my own - i'm good with power tools and know about all the joints i'll need and so forth - and i always wanted a pond in my backyard - but i'm worried about all the wildlife will eat my fish ... hummmm

this is a MUST have for me - you have NO idea! - a few years back my Dad decided to study the stars - Yes my Dad is like me, once he gets a thought about something, it's balls to the wall and will be an expert at the end - anyway - so when he studied the stars he went in his backyard and with sticks and twine he made me a telescope that pointed directly at the North Star .. SEE how amazing my Dad is - so THIS little DIY backyard club house, HAS to make it's way to my backyard - and seems easy enough to build!

i would LOVE 2 of these to be on my little cement patio i already have - i already have the PERFECT orange lil side table to go with them - problem is - Anthropologie is SOLD OUT of them *boo* - i missed my boat - but maybe someone will put them up on Craigslist or something - stranger things have happened!!

YES i'm showing this AGAIN - no one is taking the HINT around me - i would DIE for this exact one! - it's the Knotted Melati hanging chair - looks like i'm gonna have to pull the trigger before this one gets sold out like the chair above! (i came to the conclusion that my family and friends aren't good puzzle solvers or hint gatherers - all along i thought i made it perfectly clear that i WANT THIS BADLY, haha)

and of course i HAVE to have the old fashion swing! - i have the PERFECT tree right in the middle of my lawn for this baby - doesn't make you smile just looking at it?!


i bought 2 Legare Tri chairs from HauteLook for my back porch - paid $120 each instead of $396 each - SCORE! - which i have 2 more wire chairs i bought a few years back that will look awesome together!

A MUST for me - my neighbor has a dog Lucky who is ALWAYS crying to come over and sneaks out of his house and comes to mine to visit Kayleigh - so something like this between our fences are a MUCH have - as many of you know - my house is LITERALLY right next door to my parents - so on their side of the fence there will be a door - for the pups (soon to be pig too) can go back and forth!

what backyard is complete without a fire pit? - um NONE! - so of course i will need a fire pit and i love how they have the stone a few feet back from it for fellow pit lovers to sit!

heck while i'm dreaming away - a pool like this would be FABULOUS in my backyard - waterfalls all along the side - now if anyone has an extra 100G's let me know!!!! - u'll have an OPEN invite to swim whenever!!!


WHAT DOES YOUR BACKYARD LOOK LIKE?
HOW WOULD YOU DREAM UP A PERFECT BACKYARD?



I DID IT - 3 day cleanse DONE - WOOOO HOOOOO - and your not gonna EVER believe this - i am missing having my Green Juice rigth now!!!!! -- i actually started to REALLY enjoy these drinks! - last night after my last drink (the cashew milk) i had so much energy i was up to 4am cleaning - i feel AMAZING - and when my Doctor saw me yesterday - she was like "WOW you look great" - so i said "Wow, i guess this stuff REALLY does work!" .. DEF doing another cleanse at the end of September! - but I heard there's a juice bar in Summit, NJ who makes the same cleanses but MUCH cheaper (can't call it the same name for obvious reasons)


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24 comments:

  1. jeanette from everton terraceAugust 17, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    I love love that hammock in the first photo. I am about to start printing it so I can get my husband thinking about it :) Our backyard is finished but you know, it isn't really an "oasis", that sounds very nice. I had a pool at my last house but not this one, really miss it here in the hot Arizona desert.

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  2. designchicAugust 17, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Love a beautiful relaxing backyard, and the swing with the garland...gorgoues!!

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  3. Mrs. PancakesAugust 17, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    those are gorgeous...you would never have to escape anywhere with all those lovelies in the backyard..!

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  4. Dee StephensAugust 17, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Awesome about the cleanse. I need to go look up how much they are!

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  5. DebbyAugust 17, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    When you are done w/ your backyard oasis I am coming for a visit and to just hang out! Your Dad sounds like a really cool Dad! xo

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  6. EricaAugust 17, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    I am in LOVE with that hammock!! BTW, this Saturday is the last Summer Streets in NYC so you still have time to check it out ; )
    www.poolovesboo.blogspot.com

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  7. Courtney ErinAugust 17, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Living in apartments I haven't actually had a backyard in about 7 years...I can't wait until that changes.

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  8. THE ALTERNATIVE WIFEAugust 17, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    You so know that I need a space like this in my life, right? My concrete jungle isn't cutting it for me. LOL. Oh and congrats on completing the cleanse! So funny I hated the green juice from Cooler Cleanse too at first but then grew to LOVE it and that was the drink I missed to most too. I was actually going to order some more of it but then the summer took over. I'm so going to do another one at the end of Sept early Oct too :) xoxo

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  9. SaraAugust 17, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    Oh my goodness, these all look incredible! I'm so excited to see what you decide to do with your space. I love all your ideas! And that doggie bubble is hilarious!

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  10. Chic 'n Cheap LivingAugust 17, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    You're making me want to do a cleanse now! Oh and to have a backyard swing would be too awesome!

    p.s. Did I see you writing on the Target FB wall? I'm totally ordering online early too!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  11. Couture CarrieAugust 17, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    Awesome post!
    I want a treehouse!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  12. Dancing BranflakeAugust 17, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Wow! You never cease to amaze me. You use power tools? You are so hardcore!

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  13. Mo Pie, PleaseAugust 17, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    YES, I LOVE this inspiration! We just bought a firepit and I can't wait to really make it a lovely space in our yard. I want to put stone all round it and make it awesome!

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  14. KashayaAugust 17, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    I always wanted a hanging chair.=) They look so calming.

    http://kashaysblogg.blogspot.com

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  15. Leeann @ Join the GossipAugust 17, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    Ok when you complete your backyard can you invite me over? ;) Thanks!

    What is the cleanse you are on and how do I go about getting my hands on these juices?!

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  16. Prippy HandbookAugust 17, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    I'll bring the cocktails... and even lend a hand to hangout in any backyard that has even one of those awesome elements!

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  17. kendall k.August 17, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    How fun to have the freedom and space to create your own personal oasis. Love the first one!

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  18. Melissa BlakeAugust 17, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    I love those hammocks. makes me want to curl up with a good book!

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  19. Chic 'n Cheap LivingAugust 17, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    P.s. Ok we need to send each other reminders to shop first day of the missoni for target launch!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  20. Tamra {walkswithBella}August 17, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    I love all of your ideas, especially the dog window and tree house. Now, I'm dreaming of a backyard I can't imagine having for years since we live in the city. xoxo

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  21. Please may I?August 18, 2011 at 3:40 AM

    As we don't often get fantastic weather here in the uk mine is lawn, flowers, a pond and a decking area. Nothing like these stunning photos!

    X x

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  22. Miles Of StyleAugust 18, 2011 at 4:33 AM

    that pic with the father and son on the terrace has been in my inspiration folder for so long now...someday hopefully it'll become a reality in my back yard too along with yours :))

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  23. LifestyleBohemiaAugust 18, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Erika, I love all of your outdoor inspiration pics! I've also wanted to give my backyard a major overhaul but can't decide what look to go for. I've added some nice accessories, but a major change is definitely planned for next year.
    Can't wait to see what you decide on for your!
    Hope you're having a great week!
    xx

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  24. Erika [small shop]August 19, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    Love that photo of the backyard loft lounge setup! It looks like pure heaven to me. I'm big on sitting outside at twilight in the summer. A firepit will be a definite must for us some day.

    Cannot believe you scored those chairs! I've always wanted one or two of those! Jealous.

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