I am excited to share the process of how my old patio became newly "fun-swayed" by decorator, Yvonne Beecham.  She has an amazing eye for detail, and I am grateful for her special touch, such as picking up plants, accessories, and even antique candle sticks on a budget.

I realize that it is best to let go and allow a professional to do the work, since they know their specialty.  I know about art and teaching and she knows how to bring a space to life.  I also love decorating, but when I don't know something, I am not afraid to ask for help.  I feel that has been a huge asset in my business and learning to trust my intuition.  

Here are Yvonne's thoughts on how the newly fun-swayed patio came together:

I removed the tablecloth and put a white bowl of fresh oranges on the table, along with a candle.  The chair pads were replaced.  I bought moss-covered hanging containers and filled them, along with the existing pots and some new pots with colorful flowers, and put glass candleholders on the ledge.         

The second area had an antique green wicker sofa that was covered in a dusty white slipcover with blue and red pillows.  I moved it to another wall and removed the cover and added some Shabby Chic floral cushions for a lovely effect. Over it, I hung an ornate wall hanging I found treasure hunting and placed colorful pebbles around a set of three candles.  A wicker chair and a small wooden coffee table found elsewhere on her property completed the seating area.     I filled two colorful boxes with Pistachio nuts for the coffee table. 

A table from Clara's art studio was placed under her chandelier, and I decorated it with a pair of antique candle holders I acquired along with a silver dish.  I added a bench to make a dining area.  One of Clara's new paintings was hung over a green wicker table. A new plant in a terracotta pot was placed on the table, along with a glass container filled with lemons and a candle to pick up the color in the painting.  A large pot and tall new plant were placed by the sofa, on the ground. 

I am very pleased with the results, since now I get to truly enjoy my newly fun-swayed patio and I have a view of the pool.  I also enjoy teaching my students outside on the patio.  Last week I introduced them to drawing and they created beautiful drawings of the antique candle sticks.

This is now a lovely spot with the candles and an old pottery jug.

 

Cherished accessories get highlighted!

I love sitting outside watching the sunset, entertaining guests and having quiet dinners.