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Saturday, May 12, 2012

Take It Outside~Cabin & Cottage Patio Living


Today's montage is a collection of ways to dress up a season outdoors. Spring here is calming down, leveling out, and gliding into its last few weeks with a little more grace. Starting with a little lunch right on our front doorstoop, and moving on to other past settings in the yard or on the porch and patio for enjoying life at home in the open air. . . .




A little cafe lunch on the tiny front porch bancos.








Dessert and coffee at twilight.









I like changing up this cushioned metal patio "sofa" all season long. Mornings are especially nice on the east patio. 








Time out under the eaves.








A bit of porch dressing for tea.





Vintage fabrics feature big in this small corner.









Supper in the cool of the day along the stucco garden wall under a canopy of leaves.











Celebrating garden style in the center patio.






Dining in seclusion.






A blue rose tea for cooling off outside.












I love perking up this patio with inexpensive thrift store finds like this cheery vintage coverlet. The look changes often.













Dressed up or down, a glorious season on the patio has begun!
Salute!

Jacqueline




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35 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 12, 2012 at 9:08 AM

    You have the most beautiful and romatic home I've ever seen. With all of your lovely flowers, textiles, china and books it's just a vision to look at.

    Gretchen

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  2. Blondie's JournalMay 12, 2012 at 10:43 AM

    These settings are so pretty they just make me sigh. Your pictures are magazine worthy!

    XO,
    Jane

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  3. DebMay 12, 2012 at 10:51 AM

    Too much to mention. It's all so beautiful. Hugs

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  4. Michele M./ Finch RestMay 12, 2012 at 11:17 AM

    OMG too many choices of awesomeness!

    I can't believe how different each one looks! WOW!

    My fav has to be your last one, all white - but the pink sure comes in a close second.

    ALL of them super wonderfully well done, my friend!!!

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  5. Pamela GordonMay 12, 2012 at 11:41 AM

    I enjoyed the tour of all your favorite garden dining spots. Your yard is so lovely with all the romantic vintage touches you add to it. Beautiful!

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  6. AnneMay 12, 2012 at 12:28 PM

    What a beautiful outside dinning setting.Love those pretty flowers too
    Anne

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  7. OliveMay 12, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    You must have half a dozen patios. Which is wonderful for us and you. The more tables dressed with vintage linens the better.

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  8. Judy at GoldCountryCottageMay 12, 2012 at 2:48 PM

    Hi Jacqueline: You have a lot of different places to be at peace. How beautiful and, hope you can settle into one of them for a wonderful Mother's Day..Judy

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  9. Bella's Rose CottageMay 12, 2012 at 4:00 PM

    Hi J,
    I loved seeing all your nooks, crannies, porches, and patios... each perfectly delicious! Those fairytale gates and giant shade trees are a perfect backdrop, for all the cheery linens and floral chinaware... I would live outside... here it is still fickle...
    Enjoy your weekend!
    Hugs,
    Bella

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  10. Brenda PruittMay 12, 2012 at 4:24 PM

    All so beautiful, as always. All I can think of is the outdoors and poring through old gardening magazines for inspiration.
    Brenda

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  11. Attic ClutterMay 12, 2012 at 4:47 PM

    just dreamy-- I love it all (:)

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  12. PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comMay 12, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    Lovely photos.I could spend the summer going from one setting to another.

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  13. MaryMay 12, 2012 at 8:25 PM

    Your pictures have so many favorite looks. I love the table clothes, layered. On particular favorite is the plate and sconce below. I was thinking of all the pinks, them here came blues and yellows. Very eye appealing.

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  14. RowanMay 13, 2012 at 5:33 AM

    You really do have the most beautiful china and fabrics. I must look and see whether I can find any vintage coverlets to use outside on my wooden seat.

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  15. Vickie @ Ranger 911May 13, 2012 at 7:02 AM

    Ah, the lazy days of summer. That's what your lovely outdoor spaces make me think of. Beautiful!

    Happy Mother's Day!

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  16. JenMay 13, 2012 at 9:38 AM

    You have so many beautiful looks--I love them all. You should publish a book! I spend as much time as I can outside at this time of year, and you've inspired me to have some fun with my outdoor seating nooks.

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  17. The Charm of HomeMay 13, 2012 at 9:50 PM

    Lots of eye candy in this post. I love all of your linens!
    Sherry

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  18. Two Cottages And TeaMay 14, 2012 at 7:15 AM

    I think I'm in a little bit of heaven right now. Everything is so beautiful and dreamy. Love that ivy covered wall! Have a great week outdoors!
    Nancy

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  19. PATMay 14, 2012 at 8:06 AM

    Incredibly beautiful, Jacqueline!

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  20. ScribblerMay 14, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    I love all your different looks! I am still mad at my husband for reneging on a move to Santa Fe. Your patios look so inviting.

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  21. MicheleMay 14, 2012 at 1:53 PM

    You've taken a beautiful setting and elevated it to the status of fabulous in so many different ways. Absolutely gorgeous!

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  22. Allison ShopsMay 14, 2012 at 5:22 PM

    What a beautiful blog. This is my first time here, but I'll be returning!

    Dropping by from Met Monday.
    Allison
    Atticmag

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  23. AlediaMay 14, 2012 at 5:30 PM

    I just love looking at all of your pretty vignettes!! You have so many beautiful items....

    Have a wonderful evening!
    Aledia @ Plum Perfect

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  24. On Crooked CreekMay 14, 2012 at 6:00 PM

    Jacqueline,
    Oh, my, how romantic! I'm alive; however I feel as if I've experienced a bit of "heaven on earth" with this exquisite post!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  25. DeniseMay 14, 2012 at 7:16 PM

    Tantalizing and inviting to us all.Now we all want to come over.

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  26. Susan FreemanMay 14, 2012 at 9:29 PM

    So very pretty!

    Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  27. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMay 15, 2012 at 8:02 AM

    Wow, I have just drooled through every one of these photos. So beautiful. Thanks tons for sharing at TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  28. Liz @ Quirky VistasMay 15, 2012 at 7:12 PM

    The iron chairs against the wood are just too much. Looks like a wonderful spot of a secluded tea. I found you at Savvy Southern Style.

    Liz

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  29. ShirleyMay 15, 2012 at 7:25 PM

    Beautiful settings! I love eating outdoors in the summer. I hope the bugs aren't bad this year.

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  30. andrea@townandprairieMay 15, 2012 at 10:24 PM

    You had me hooked with just the thumbnail. Enchanting.

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  31. summerland cottageMay 15, 2012 at 10:41 PM

    Jacqueline, I loved everything about this post!
    Thank you for sharing all the beauty.

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  32. JennyMay 16, 2012 at 1:24 AM

    It has been a treat discovering your blog on Outdoor Wednesday! I'll come back for more visits. xo Jenny

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  33. Ribbonwood CottageMay 16, 2012 at 10:13 PM

    I think you have motivated all of us to head outdoor and fluff our patios! Beautiful pictures Jacqueline. Oh my...I don't know if I will be able to sleep tonight...you have my thoughts stirring about loveliness.
    Blessings,
    Debbie

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  34. Tobi Britton*pinkpixieforest.blogspot.comMay 17, 2012 at 2:54 PM

    You have the prettiest home and garden!!
    Thanks for a lovely tour.
    Sparkly Hugs,
    Tobi and the Pixies

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  35. Kerryanne @ Shabby Art BoutiqueMay 18, 2012 at 1:27 AM

    Every one of these table settings is gorgeous and it would be a pleasure to take tea in the afternoon on your patio.

    Hugs ~ Kerryanne

    PS... would love for you to share this post on Shabbilicious Friday

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