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Getting Our Patio Ready for Summer

May 28, 2013 265 Comments

Thanks to Procter & Gamble and The Home Depot for sponsoring this post. 

This giveaway is now closed. The winner is:

PGHD winner

 

Spring came late to the Carolinas this year. So, I might have jumped the gun by setting up our patio when we had one pretty, warm day a couple of months ago.

 

Getting our patio ready for summer

 

 

Then came the pollen (or yucky, yellow powder) that covers everything around here every year.

 

 

 

We had some friends over for Memorial Day, so I spent part of the weekend giving our patio a big wipe down:

 

Mr Clean Outdoor Pro

 

 

I used Mr. Clean Outdoor Pro spray on the lamp and console table and was pleasantly surprised at how well it worked on our grimy grill:

 

Cleaning grill

Mr. Clean Outdoor Pro spray

cleaning the grill 

 

 

I’m already a fan of Mr. Clean Magic Erasers for inside walls, but now they make them for outdoor areas, as well.  I used one to clean the pollen off of our patio furniture.  And, they worked great for getting the scuff marks and dirty handprints off of our (much-used) back door:

 

Mr Clean Outdoor Erasers

Cleaning the patio

 

 

Since I was cleaning, I decided I might as well do a little rearranging, too.

 

 

 

 

Remember, this is how our patio looked last summer:

 

patio

 

 

 

I just changed our seating area around a little, painted the garden stools blue, and added this colorful rug.

 

colorful patio

 

 

Isn’t it funny how just changing your furniture around can make you feel like you have a whole new space?

 

outdoor space

 

 

Giveaway

Is your outdoor space ready for summer sitting? One of my readers will win this prize pack of Mr. Clean Outdoor Pro cleaning products plus a $50 gift card to The Home Depot! To enter, just leave a comment on this post (and a way to contact you, in case you win).

 

P&G THD Outdoor Cleaning Prize Pack

 

Giveaway ends Friday, May 31st.  Good luck!


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Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. nene529 says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:09 pm

    The new arrangement looks great!

    Reply
  2. Kimber says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:11 pm

    We spent the weekend pressure washing our back deck. Yours looks great! I’d love to try these products!

    How do you like your Lhasa rug?

    Reply
  3. Amanda R says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:11 pm

    I’d love to win the gift card to spruce up our back deck. We have a nice table, but I’d love t
    o add some pops of color potted flowers.
    Thanks!
    Amanda
    [email protected]

    Reply
  4. [email protected] says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:14 pm

    Love your beautiful patio!

    Reply
  5. whitney fuller says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:15 pm

    I would love the gift card. [email protected]

    Reply
  6. Christina McCormick-Yates says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:19 pm

    You patio is beautiful and has given me some inspiration for our new house. This giveaway would certainly come in handy!

    Reply
  7. jackiemdoyle says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:19 pm

    It looks great. I love the new blue color on the garden stools.

    Reply
  8. Lindsey says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:20 pm

    Love your patio! Hopefully ours will be put together soon now that the pollen is gone! [email protected]

    Reply
  9. Holly says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:21 pm

    Beautiful!

    Reply
  10. Jen says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:24 pm

    I need to try the Mr Clean outdoor products!

    Reply
  11. Abby says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:26 pm

    Love your outdoor space! I would def use those products on my new deck!!

    Reply
  12. Susan B. says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:29 pm

    Love the new arrangement! How did you paint your garden stools? This post has definitely inspired me to get going on my own outdoor space!

    Reply
    • Emily A. Clark says

      May 29, 2013 at 2:12 am

      Just spray painted them. No primer.

      Reply
  13. Anne says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:32 pm

    Those cleaning products sound great! I’d love to try them out. Also, I have that outdoor rug, too! It totally makes our patio sing.

    Reply
  14. jenjen says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:32 pm

    Love the arrangements. What paint did you use on your stools? You have inspired me!

    Reply
    • Emily A. Clark says

      May 29, 2013 at 2:13 am

      Valspar Deep Sea Diving

      Reply
  15. Meg says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:41 pm

    Great post and love the new blue stools!
    [email protected]

    Reply
  16. jill tabor says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:42 pm

    i am looking at that same outdoor furniture. how do you like it?

    my patio needs a good cleaning as well !

    [email protected]

    Reply
    • Emily A. Clark says

      May 29, 2013 at 2:14 am

      We love it. Seems to be pretty durable but we’ve only had it a year.

      Reply
  17. Alyson says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:43 pm

    I love the rug! Everything looks great out there.

    Reply
  18. Sharyn says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:44 pm

    Would love to try these products!

    Reply
  19. Tara says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:44 pm

    Love all the fun color!

    Reply
  20. Patty Day @Pattys Epiphanies says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:45 pm

    I love the changes!!!
    I have to smile reading this…I’m moving furniture, accessories and whatever….almost daily. It’s like moving into a new home!! I’m amazed how moving pieces and repainting can completely “change” a space!

    Reply
  21. 17 Perth says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:48 pm

    Amazing how those little changes make a big difference! I love the garden stools in blue.

    Reply
  22. [email protected] says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:49 pm

    I love the rug on your patio :) So summery! We are doing a three part series on the blog and part 2 is “pimp our patio”. We are so geeky, excuse the name! A $50 Home Depot card would be super duper! xo Kristin email: [email protected]

    Reply
  23. jkeppel says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:49 pm

    I like the symmetry of your arrangement. Your patio looks so inviting!

    Reply
  24. brittanylane says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:51 pm

    Great patio! I’d love to try those products!

    Reply
  25. Adria says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:54 pm

    This makes me want to rearrange our patio. Looks great!

    Reply
  26. sharonavinger says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:54 pm

    I love your patio, especially the new furniture arrangement and the two blue garden stools. I would love to try those cleaning products! Thanks for having the giveaway.
    Sharon
    [email protected]

    Reply
  27. The Hill Hangout says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:55 pm

    It looks so inviting! I’d love to hang out there. I’ve been working on our outdoor space this week as well. Pictures coming soon! :)

    Reply
  28. Lisa @ Shine Your Light says

    May 28, 2013 at 1:57 pm

    Your outdoor space is so gorgeous! I would be out there all the time, including folding laundry and paying my bills and whatever else I could think of! Enjoy.

    Reply
  29. Amber says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:04 pm

    I’d love to try that cleaner out on our grill! It is COVERED in pollen!

    amberlowmiddleton at gmail dot com

    Reply
  30. La Monica says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:06 pm

    Our back deck still has the remnants of winter’s dead pine needles. There’s no table, no rug, no color! I’m tired of our back deck looking like the garage we don’t have. It’s time for a change! I would love to win the Mr. Clean outdoor cleaning products and Home Depot gift card so I can extend our family’s living space to the great outdoors! I can be reached via email at [email protected]. Thank you!

    Reply
  31. Linda {Calling it Home} says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:06 pm

    Your outdoor space is beautiful and clean. I hate the set-up and take-down of outdoor spaces….I just like the middle.

    Reply
  32. Hillcrest Acres says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:07 pm

    Love your outdoor area. And would love to win this fabulous giveaway!! Our patio area needs a good scrub down.

    [email protected]

    Reply
  33. six3design says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:11 pm

    pATIO LOOKS PRETTY

    Reply
  34. Lekalia Interiors says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:11 pm

    So pretty! I love that rug! I’m heading over to Fab Habitat to get one! :)

    Reply
  35. Amanda Segnere says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:11 pm

    Looks great! We are slowly working on creating our outdoor space. I can be reached at [email protected]

    Reply
  36. Andrea {lifelovelarson} says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:13 pm

    I need to try this outdoor spray on our gross grill! Love the colorful rug!

    [email protected]

    Reply
  37. AubreyLaine says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:14 pm

    I’d love to win :)
    alaine74014 at gmail dot com

    Reply
  38. Unknown says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:16 pm

    Oh my, I love the new furniture arrangement. It’s perfect for spending a summer evening, perhaps with a glass of sangria?

    Thanks for the entry.

    Reply
  39. Andrea {lifelovelarson} says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:16 pm

    can you source where you got your string lights?? are they durable?? thx!

    Reply
  40. Kristen says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:16 pm

    Love the new arrangement (and the old one too) – the new rug is awesome! I don’t know how I missed the orginal post on it.

    Reply
  41. katherine says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:19 pm

    It looks great!

    Reply
  42. Jen says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:22 pm

    This would be great, since my husband is redoing our deck right now!

    Jen

    jenontiveros AT gmail DOT com

    Reply
  43. Katie Lynn Wetherington says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:24 pm

    I’m obssessed with your patio. Especially your rug! I have envied it since your post about buying it. I would love to win a gift card! I could def use it to spruce up my own patio! :)
    [email protected]

    Reply
  44. NLR says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:25 pm

    Love the new arrangement and the green and blue. Thanks for the chance to win!
    [email protected]

    Reply
  45. jkimball says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:26 pm

    I love the changes you have made!!

    [email protected]

    Reply
  46. Liz Sherrod says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:26 pm

    I definitely need some help getting my patio summer ready! [email protected]

    Reply
  47. Elissa Roberts says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:29 pm

    I need those sponges! The dogs have done a number on our back door! [email protected]

    Reply
  48. Crystal (theweekendhomemaker.com) says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:30 pm

    I love that rug – is it indoor/outdoor?

    Reply
    • Emily A. Clark says

      May 29, 2013 at 2:14 am

      Yes!

      Reply
  49. Vonda says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:35 pm

    Thanks for the giveaway. Love the outdoor patio!

    Reply
  50. Ashley says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:37 pm

    We live in North GA and decided to get a jump start on spring cleaning too!! The pollen was awful on our screened in porch. Needless to say it came back a few days later and I will be spending this weekend cleaning it again. Would love to try these products. [email protected]

    Reply
  51. loveolympiajune says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:46 pm

    I just rearranged our family room by moving some armchairs around and it does make a big difference! I love your outdoor space. :)

    Stephanie @loveolympiajune

    Reply
  52. Gina says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:53 pm

    My plans for today include cleaning all the pollen off my back porch. :) Your patio looks so pretty!! :)

    Reply
  53. Darnetha {ChippaSunshine} says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:55 pm

    The new arrangement looks great! Nice giveaway!

    Reply
  54. R @ Rebecca's Roundup says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:57 pm

    You have the prettiest patio :)

    Reply
  55. R @ Rebecca's Roundup says

    May 28, 2013 at 2:57 pm

    You have the prettiest patio :)

    Reply
  56. Wendy says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:00 pm

    Love the new layout of your patio furniture! Hopefully, we’ll be able to clean up & decorate our patio soon!

    [email protected]

    Reply
  57. Sharon says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:00 pm

    Love the new arrangement for your patio – and your huge basil plant!

    Reply
  58. Kim MIller says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:03 pm

    Looks lovely!

    [email protected]

    Reply
  59. Katy says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:03 pm

    I love Magic Erasers! They have saved me move after move when I need to make the place sparkle!

    Reply
  60. Katja @ Shift Ctrl ART says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:08 pm

    Love the change and that green mirror is so perfect with the colorful rug and the blue garden stools. I also love that the planter has flowers without the spiky palms. I think that looks so great with everything else.

    Reply
  61. Stacy says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:15 pm

    I love Magic Erasers! So many great uses. And your patio looks great.

    Reply
    • Becca says

      May 28, 2013 at 3:18 pm

      Had no idea they had an outdoor cleaner! Love the new look too

      Reply
  62. Amy says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:17 pm

    Love Mr. Clean products!

    Reply
  63. alisquire says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:18 pm

    Great giveaway!

    Reply
  64. Jennifer S says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:19 pm

    Awesome! Our patio def needs a clean up and some new pillows!

    Reply
  65. Nicole says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:19 pm

    Thanks for the great new product info!

    Reply
  66. Liz says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:19 pm

    Love your outdoor living space! I wish I could have a patio space in use year round. The new blue stools look amazing! Great Job!

    Liz~ [email protected]

    Reply
  67. [email protected] At Lydias House says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    I love the new arrangement and I would also love to win the gift card to use for a little sprucing up!!

    Reply
  68. Heather Pennington says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:27 pm

    Wow! What a difference rearranging your patio furniture made — Such a beautiful space! Hope you and your family had a fantastic Memorial Day weekend!!

    Heather – [email protected]

    Reply
  69. mandyandconner.com says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:30 pm

    Love your updates!
    ([email protected])

    Reply
  70. Christina Marie Interiors says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:34 pm

    Love it! I just bought a house and this giveaway would be perfect for us!

    Reply
  71. Heidi says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:35 pm

    Love the new arrangement on your patio. Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  72. Megan @ Megity's Handmade says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:36 pm

    That rug is fantastic!! I would love to have a patio like that. Headed to your neck of the woods in a few weeks! Eek! So excited!

    Reply
  73. Cath says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:40 pm

    Love the idea of a lamp out on the patio for a little extra light. Thanks for the giveaway! [email protected]

    Reply
  74. Tenia says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:41 pm

    I can’t wait to try the outdoor Magic Eraser – I have a grimy back door the I hope it can work magic on! And I’d spend the gift card on a new outdoor rug.

    Reply
  75. Steph says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:45 pm

    Our patio is filthy, too! Yours looks heavenly!

    Reply
  76. MrsB says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:48 pm

    I think Magic Eraser is the answer to most everything – but I want to know – do you bring in your cushions etc when weather bad?

    Reply
  77. Laura says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:54 pm

    Love your little outdoor patio area!

    Reply
  78. Heidi says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:56 pm

    I am obsessed with Magic Erasers. And your outdoor room! LOVE that rug with your existing furniture and accessories. Now I am motivated to spruce up our deck, but first we need to get the mosquitoes under control!

    Reply
  79. Mrs. Hutch says

    May 28, 2013 at 3:56 pm

    Looks gorgeous Emily!

    Reply
  80. Marian says

    May 28, 2013 at 4:03 pm

    We have a screened in porch and deck that have been cleaned thoroughly twice, but will need it again! Love your space!

    Reply
  81. Unknown says

    May 28, 2013 at 4:20 pm

    This comment has been removed by the author.

    Reply
  82. Unknown says

    May 28, 2013 at 4:22 pm

    I love cleaning and organizing. My porch is very very slowly getting there.

    Reply
    • Unknown says

      May 28, 2013 at 4:22 pm

      [email protected]

      Reply
  83. Rae says

    May 28, 2013 at 4:28 pm

    Ihate to organize/clean. . .and I think I’m the minority.

    Reply
  84. EJSJ says

    May 28, 2013 at 4:42 pm

    Looking good. Thanks for the give away.

    Reply
  85. nanasewn says

    May 28, 2013 at 4:50 pm

    Love the chance to win!

    Reply
    • nanasewn says

      May 28, 2013 at 4:51 pm

      whooops….free stuff [email protected] mail dot com

      Reply
  86. Claudia says

    May 28, 2013 at 5:04 pm

    Would love to win! My outdoor chairs could really use this and the gift card will be great to buy a rug or new planters.

    Reply
  87. Fletcher @ High Cotton Style says

    May 28, 2013 at 5:12 pm

    love how you rearranged the patio!

    Reply
  88. shari says

    May 28, 2013 at 5:17 pm

    I love your patio, the rug made a big difference. Now I have to go re-do mine. I’d love to win your great giveaway. cricutrookie @ aol dot com

    Reply
  89. Amy at Ms. Toody Goo Shoes says

    May 28, 2013 at 5:17 pm

    I love the new look! It’s so cheery!

    Reply
  90. Courtney says

    May 28, 2013 at 5:24 pm

    Looks great!

    Reply
  91. Katie says

    May 28, 2013 at 5:26 pm

    Your patio looks like the perfect place to relax! I’d love to try out these new products, too.

    Reply
  92. Joanie says

    May 28, 2013 at 5:30 pm

    Looks great! Love the rug

    Reply
  93. Kristi Figarelle-Lucero says

    May 28, 2013 at 5:47 pm

    Your patio looks amazing. The rug made the space come together!

    Reply
  94. Sarah says

    May 28, 2013 at 5:52 pm

    I love the new rug! The pollen was awful on our screened porch, I am still trying to get it clean!!

    Reply
  95. Emily Ann says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:03 pm

    Love the stools being blue! Great giveaway!

    Reply
  96. melissan503 says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:14 pm

    You’ve inspired me to rethink my space!

    Reply
  97. LMP says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:17 pm

    Love the new arrangment!!
    [email protected]

    Reply
  98. Amy Winningham says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:19 pm

    Would love to win Mr. Clean! I need him at my house badly!

    Reply
  99. Laura says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:19 pm

    You can never have too many magic erasers! [email protected]

    Reply
  100. Gallegos Newsletter says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:20 pm

    Your patio looks wonderful and yes by just making a few changes it feels fresh and new…I was amazed at how clean the Mr. Clean product worked on your grill!!! Awesome!!!!

    Reply
  101. Emily says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:24 pm

    Your patio looks great! We dusted off our old table and chairs for a BBQ this weekend. But we could definitely use some color and accessories! What a great give away.

    emily dot leongini at gmail dot com

    Thanks!!

    Reply
  102. J Horton says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:24 pm

    would love to win!! [email protected]

    Reply
  103. Meg D says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:25 pm

    Your patio is beautiful!! I would love to win this giveaway to spruce up my backyard!!

    [email protected]

    Reply
  104. Monica says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:26 pm

    Your patio actually looks more spacious. That round lime green mirror is awesome!! I feel your pollen pain each year. Please enter me in the giveaway. Enjoy your summer.

    Reply
  105. Lauren says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:33 pm

    Your patio looks awesome! I’d love to win this! Our patio is always disgusting due to our very large St. Bernard who just can’t leave well enough alone and stay away from everything I try to make pretty. The grill desperately needs some of that Mr. Clean and the back door could use a good scrub as well. Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  106. Sea to Shining Sea says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:35 pm

    I would love to try the Mr Clean outdoor pro!

    Reply
  107. Lisa.Covino says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:39 pm

    Looks great! I love Mr Clean products, the magic eraser is amazing.

    Lisa
    [email protected]

    Reply
  108. Kjlb37 says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:39 pm

    Your patio looks great! The Mr. Clean outdoor pro is a new product to me. I’d love to try it and would spend the Home Depot gc on a new outdoor rug for our deck. Thanks for the offer!

    Reply
    • Kjlb37 says

      May 28, 2013 at 6:40 pm

      Sorry forgot to add [email protected]

      Reply
  109. Callie Grider says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:39 pm

    Its crazy how a few minor adjustments can make such a big difference. It looks great!! I love the color change on the garden stools!!!
    [email protected]

    Reply
  110. Emily says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:40 pm

    It looks great! I spraypainted a side table and turned over my worn-out outdoor rug on my deck, and I sewed some new indoor-outdoor covers for the faded pillows I had out there. These small changes made such a big difference. I definitely love a punch of color in outside spaces.

    Reply
  111. Beverly says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:41 pm

    Love your patio updates for this year! All the colors look so great together! Enjoy your time out there :)

    Reply
  112. Amy Loveday says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:43 pm

    I didn’t know they made the magic erasers for outdoors! I love them for inside, so I’ll definitely be checking those out!

    Reply
  113. Sandy says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:44 pm

    Love the new blue color on your garden stools. Mr. Clean Magic Erasers, #1 cleaning product for moms with small children!

    Reply
  114. Joan Price says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:46 pm

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    Reply
  115. Karen C says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:51 pm

    Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!

    Reply
  116. Unknown says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:56 pm

    I’d love to win! A new plant for my patio would go a long way towards making over the space. :)

    Reply
    • Unknown says

      May 28, 2013 at 6:57 pm

      oh, and my email is ally dot noelle dot [email protected] dot com

      Reply
  117. 24INTENTIONS says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:57 pm

    Hung a hammock in our backyard for summer! Now the grill needs a shine! [email protected]

    Reply
  118. Tobi Bryson says

    May 28, 2013 at 6:57 pm

    Your pation looks great! I didn’t realize that they made magic erasers for outdoors. Definitely have to have them for the summer. Thanks for the giveaway! [email protected]

    Reply
  119. Nancy says

    May 28, 2013 at 7:05 pm

    As always, your posts inspire and encourage re-arranging what we already own and love! I had an Erin Brockovich moment last week that I must share! It is concerning an outdoor rug that mildewed in one year. I was so frustrated, as my previous rug, from Frontgate, lasted 12 years. After many, many emails and pleading my case, the company (a large conglomerate in Manhattan) agreed to replace the rug for free, even though their warranty and the store’s warranty had expired. Victory!
    [email protected]

    Reply
  120. La Dolce Vita says

    May 28, 2013 at 7:08 pm

    LOVE your patio! Now I just need that $50 gift card to get mine ready :) [email protected]

    Reply
  121. Cynthia says

    May 28, 2013 at 7:14 pm

    Thanks for the inspiration! Now I need to go and clean off my own patio, which I have been putting off!

    Reply
  122. vgasparini says

    May 28, 2013 at 7:25 pm

    How cool that Mr. Clean makes outdoor products. Thanks for the tip.

    Virginia [email protected]

    Reply
  123. carol jane says

    May 28, 2013 at 7:26 pm

    My deck needs so much attention. Yours looks awesome!!! I love all the pretty pillows outside, but they get yucky right away from the rain and stuff. The cleaning products would be awesome to win!!

    Reply
  124. Lady Dorothy says

    May 28, 2013 at 7:26 pm

    Beautiful patio — either arrangement!

    Reply
  125. www.carolynsmithdesigns.com says

    May 28, 2013 at 7:28 pm

    I was just thinking about patio ideas last week! I love your mirror. My patio is really small so I want it to feel really intimate and inviting. Once I get my ideas together, I will post some pics. Be sure and stop by in a week or so to see the results!

    Reply
  126. Deni2013 says

    May 28, 2013 at 7:34 pm

    Patio looks beautiful!

    Reply
  127. Gwen says

    May 28, 2013 at 7:38 pm

    Yes, I feel like I’m just now getting around to getting our deck in order with the weird spring we’ve had. Thanks for the opportunity to win!

    Reply
  128. Ann says

    May 28, 2013 at 7:39 pm

    Ann Wright – cannot wait to see if I win and I can start cleaning – I LOVE cleaning:) and finidng a new product that works great is a bonus!

    Reply
  129. Erin says

    May 28, 2013 at 7:46 pm

    The patio looks awesome! I need to do the same to mine :).

    Erin
    [email protected]

    Reply
  130. LilyBiscuit says

    May 28, 2013 at 7:57 pm

    Your patio looks beautiful! We sold our house and are staying in a condo until we relocate…talk about a tight squeeze lol I’ve been sprucing up the patio (at least it’s a first floor).
    vac 924 at gmail dot com

    Reply
  131. SalBug says

    May 28, 2013 at 8:06 pm

    Love your blog.

    [email protected]

    Reply
  132. jerri says

    May 28, 2013 at 8:08 pm

    We just had a graduation party for my son last week so we had to switch in high gear real fast in our backyard. It looks great but I continuously tweak here & there. It’s never really done, is it? Your patio looks great…..bring on the summer fun.
    Jerri
    [email protected]

    Reply
  133. meaningfulspaces says

    May 28, 2013 at 8:11 pm

    I’d love to get Mr. Clean busy working at my house.

    Your patio looks amazing!

    [email protected]

    Reply
  134. Sarah says

    May 28, 2013 at 8:12 pm

    Patio is colorful and cozy. Thanks for the post about your rug….I got one in another color, same material. Great jumping off point for me. Our patio is all set up and being enjoyed…ummm, between rain drops!

    Reply
  135. Jen H. says

    May 28, 2013 at 8:15 pm

    Our patio could use a fresh update as well. Thanks for the ideas!

    Reply
  136. nancy.johnson says

    May 28, 2013 at 8:20 pm

    Great cleaning ideas post! Can’t wait to try those Mr. Clean outdoors products! Would love to win!! You can contact me at [email protected]. Thanks!!

    Reply
  137. jezebel says

    May 28, 2013 at 8:21 pm

    I’m obsessed with bright, fun rugs!
    [email protected]

    Reply
  138. Janelle says

    May 28, 2013 at 8:29 pm

    Your patio looks fantastic! It is amazing what a little bit of rearranging can do, and your rug is to die for!!!
    janellemc at msn dot com

    Reply
  139. pam {simple details} says

    May 28, 2013 at 8:31 pm

    I love your huge lamp, I can picture the cool ambiance in the evenings – I’m almost finished getting our patio together! Thanks for the fun giveaway!

    Reply
  140. Susan says

    May 28, 2013 at 8:39 pm

    Patio looks great!

    Reply
  141. Deirdre Desrosiers says

    May 28, 2013 at 8:46 pm

    I love Mr. Clean. Plus who doesn’t love Homedepot.
    The Patio looks fantastic!
    -Deirdre D
    [email protected]

    Reply
  142. embracemyspace.com says

    May 28, 2013 at 8:46 pm

    Emily – it’s so lovely and inviting. Nothing like a long evening on the back porch in the summer! This is the perfect spot!

    Reply
  143. Jenna says

    May 28, 2013 at 8:48 pm

    Your “new” outdoor space looks fantastic! Love that rug and pops of blue!

    Reply
  144. Laura says

    May 28, 2013 at 9:09 pm

    I love your patio space! I just bought the same couch and chairs from Target and can’t wait to make my back patio functional and beautiful!

    Reply
  145. Gascoyne Family says

    May 28, 2013 at 9:12 pm

    Your outdoor space looks wonderful! I think I need a new set of outdoor furniture! Mine has seen better days! Love the bright rug and garden stools!!!

    Reply
  146. meleana says

    May 28, 2013 at 9:17 pm

    Just beautiful. Love the bright colors!

    [email protected]

    Reply
  147. Cat Sivills says

    May 28, 2013 at 9:32 pm

    I am loving the mirror and rug!! Great tips – thanks! Go Racers!

    Reply
  148. terrybaz says

    May 28, 2013 at 9:33 pm

    Love the new arrangement. I agree that the new rug is a great addition.

    Reply
  149. Katie says

    May 28, 2013 at 9:36 pm

    Love your style! My husband and I just bought our FIRST HOUSE and we close on May 31st! What a wonderful treat it would be if we won. ;o)

    [email protected]

    Katie

    Reply
  150. South on Broadway says

    May 28, 2013 at 10:02 pm

    I love how a small change can give a space a different feel. Makes me want to move around my patio furniture now! As always, I love the inspiration your blog/life provides!

    – Jaime
    [email protected]

    Reply
  151. Amanda M. says

    May 28, 2013 at 10:06 pm

    Love the patio! Great giveaway!

    Reply
  152. Kathy says

    May 28, 2013 at 10:07 pm

    I do love the magic erasers. I didn’t know they had them for outside. I’ve just used the regular ones. They are the only thing that cleans my white picket fence. Love them.

    skrkdale at yahoo.com

    Reply
  153. Jordan Glassford says

    May 28, 2013 at 10:26 pm

    I love the way you rearranged your patio and all of the color you added! Love reading your blog!

    Reply
    • Jordan Glassford says

      May 29, 2013 at 3:56 pm

      I forgot to include my email [email protected]

      Reply
  154. Kimber says

    May 28, 2013 at 10:28 pm

    Funny because I posted about patio furniture today. :) houseofpemberley.blogspot.com

    Great giveaway. I’d love to win. xoxo

    Reply
  155. Unknown says

    May 28, 2013 at 10:29 pm

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    Reply
  156. Jill says

    May 28, 2013 at 11:05 pm

    Your patio looks great! I could do so much with the HD gift card and lots of cleaning with the Mr. Clean products.

    Reply
  157. Sandy says

    May 28, 2013 at 11:17 pm

    I would love to try those Mr. Clean products – I’m cleaning the patio every day with the weather here in Chicago. And more flowers from Home Depot would be a plus.

    Reply
  158. jidgede says

    May 28, 2013 at 11:17 pm

    ~ supermom: love your blot and your patio looks great!!! ~

    [email protected]

    Reply
  159. Christina L de Armas says

    May 28, 2013 at 11:22 pm

    I love Mr. Clean. My husband calls me Mrs. CLEAN!

    http://www.christinadearmasinteriors.com

    [email protected]

    Reply
  160. Jen Borden says

    May 28, 2013 at 11:23 pm

    Love that space!

    [email protected]

    Reply
  161. Rosanny says

    May 28, 2013 at 11:43 pm

    look nice and clean

    Reply
  162. The Divine Living Space says

    May 28, 2013 at 11:48 pm

    I never knew Mr. Clean made an outdoor cleaner! Looks great and as always, makes me want to get out and re-arrange my patio!

    Reply
  163. ahunt018 says

    May 29, 2013 at 12:00 am

    Oooh, I do love me some Home Depot!
    [email protected]

    Reply
  164. Lindsey says

    May 29, 2013 at 12:36 am

    wow looks like that cleaner works wonders! :) yay for patio days

    Reply
  165. Angie K. says

    May 29, 2013 at 12:38 am

    Love the new arrangement! Would love to win & clean the sea of pollen off of my porch.

    Reply
  166. Life Between Potato and Rice says

    May 29, 2013 at 1:02 am

    Love your new arrangement ! Especially your colorful rug !

    Reply
  167. Amanda Worthington says

    May 29, 2013 at 1:28 am

    Your patio is beautiful! Hope to win [email protected]

    Reply
  168. Jenni says

    May 29, 2013 at 1:41 am

    Looks great! Do your spray painted stools hold up well in the rain/elements? jennidold(at)gmail(dot)com

    Reply
    • Emily A. Clark says

      May 29, 2013 at 2:09 am

      They do chip some. But it’s easy to respray them each year.

      Reply
  169. Stephanie Johnson says

    May 29, 2013 at 1:50 am

    Nice! My patio needs a good cleaning

    Reply
  170. Sue says

    May 29, 2013 at 1:50 am

    Love the couch and chairs…makes it so cozy and inviting! andisuelew at gmail dot com

    Reply
  171. Katrina says

    May 29, 2013 at 2:15 am

    Just power washed our patio the other weekend, but still need to clean up our front porch ………… what a great giveaway!
    katrinaspangler at gmail dot com

    Reply
  172. Amy says

    May 29, 2013 at 2:28 am

    Love the new arrangement! Have been at Home Depot a ton in the past couple of weeks for outdoor projects. Would love to go with a gift card! Amy Jackson amybumjack at yahoo dot com

    Reply
  173. jennifer says

    May 29, 2013 at 2:28 am

    I love the pops of colors that brighten your patio for spring and summer! You’re an inspiration! I’m intrigued by the outdoor cleaning products and now ready to clean and find furniture, cushions & plants to brighten our new home and yard! Thanks, Emily

    Reply
  174. racheariel says

    May 29, 2013 at 2:48 am

    Love the new arrangement! Also, very clearly need to try the mr clean outdoors products!

    Reply
  175. Hilary says

    May 29, 2013 at 3:01 am

    loving the mirror and color, draws your eyes right to it!
    x hilary x at yahoo dot com

    Reply
  176. YUM! cakes says

    May 29, 2013 at 3:21 am

    Emily, thanks for your wonderful decorating ideas and also your chic “frugalness”. I love your patio set so much I ended up ordering it from Target. It will be here in a few days!
    I can’t wait to get my patio set up for this year.

    Reply
  177. Stephanie says

    May 29, 2013 at 4:04 am

    The patio looks really good with the couch at the back – so welcoming from the yard. Thanks for sharing. I’m definitely picking up some of that Mr. Clean for our yard. The pollen is everywhere.
    Stephanie
    steph 0828 at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  178. Leah says

    May 29, 2013 at 4:42 am

    I am so excited to hear about the outdoor cleaner! We were hit with the same pollen here in AR and its everywhere! So excited to try this out!

    Reply
  179. Christina says

    May 29, 2013 at 4:50 am

    Ooh globe lights!! Love any patio with globe lights. :) Your patio looks awesome. Gotta enjoy before mosquitoes, cicadas and flies. :)

    Reply
  180. Kara says

    May 29, 2013 at 9:26 am

    Great looking patio and giveaway! My favorite is the new rug!
    Kara

    Reply
  181. Robin Lambert says

    May 29, 2013 at 9:56 am

    Your new arrangement makes the space look so inviting!
    Great job (as always)!
    Robin

    Reply
  182. Esther says

    May 29, 2013 at 11:01 am

    The blue stools MAKE it! Great idea:) great giveaway too! [email protected]

    Reply
  183. Esther says

    May 29, 2013 at 11:02 am

    The blue stools MAKE it! Great idea:) great giveaway too! [email protected]

    Reply
  184. Mary P. says

    May 29, 2013 at 11:53 am

    Love the newly rearranged space! My outdoor area needs some work–mostly in the way of elbow grease.

    phall0106 at yahoo dot com

    Reply
  185. Rachel says

    May 29, 2013 at 12:09 pm

    This would come in so handy. I know what you mean by the yucky yellow dust. rachelbecher at gmail dot com

    Reply
  186. Debbie says

    May 29, 2013 at 12:13 pm

    Love your rearrangement!

    Reply
  187. Quiltin' Jenny says

    May 29, 2013 at 12:16 pm

    I just bought some plants to redo my containers on our back deck, and was trying to decide how to make it more like a room out there. I have questions about the rug and the cushions; do you bring the cushions in when it rains? How do you keep it from getting soggy and disgusting? How long does a rug hold up in the weather? Are you constantly having to clean out there?

    I would love some logistical advice about an outside room. Yours is gorgeous!

    Thanks for the giveaway.

    Reply
    • Emily A. Clark says

      May 29, 2013 at 12:27 pm

      Well, the cushions are made for outdoors so they can take some abuse. I don’t pull them up every time it rains and the sun just dries them out :) If I know we’re expecting a big rain, then I will grab the ones that aren’t under the overhang of our house and pile them up in the corner of our patio.

      The rug is from here: http://emilyaclark.blogspot.com/2013/04/a-new-outdoor-rug-for-our-patio.html Because of what it’s made of, I would expect it to last a long time. . .

      I don’t constantly clean my patio–or anything else :)

      Reply
  188. Naz says

    May 29, 2013 at 12:22 pm

    I’d like to know which paint product you used to change the garden stools.

    Reply
    • Emily A. Clark says

      May 29, 2013 at 12:24 pm

      Valspar Deep Sea Diving (spray paint)

      Reply
  189. Nancy says

    May 29, 2013 at 12:31 pm

    LOVE the arrangement that way!!! It does look brand new. It looks like a whole lot of love went into it. Enjoy using your beautiful space!
    xo Nancy
    Powellbrowerhome.com

    Reply
  190. Michelle says

    May 29, 2013 at 12:38 pm

    Your new arrangement looks great! When it finally stops raining here, I’m going to try changing some things around too.

    Reply
  191. Robin says

    May 29, 2013 at 12:41 pm

    Anything that removes the sticky gross pollen is welcome at my house! I really like the colors you used! [email protected]

    Reply
  192. Jessica Woolsey says

    May 29, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    Love the way it turned out, it’s gorgeous! [email protected]

    Reply
  193. MMP's Mommy says

    May 29, 2013 at 1:15 pm

    I love your new rug and how beautiful your outdoor space looks!! Thanks for the chance to win, Happy Summer!!

    Reply
  194. Meredith says

    May 29, 2013 at 1:34 pm

    Love your outdoor space! I’d love to win your giveaway to help spruce up mine! Meredith dot Jollay at gmail dot com.

    Reply
  195. trish3677 says

    May 29, 2013 at 1:39 pm

    I love your patio!

    Reply
  196. Cassi says

    May 29, 2013 at 1:46 pm

    Love your new arrangement……and that rug!
    [email protected]

    Reply
  197. Julia Konya says

    May 29, 2013 at 1:59 pm

    I love that outdoor rug!

    Reply
  198. Veronica Steele says

    May 29, 2013 at 2:10 pm

    Keeping my fingers crossed on the giveaway :) [email protected]

    Reply
  199. Evelyn says

    May 29, 2013 at 2:11 pm

    Your patio looks great. I sure need Mr. Clean at my house!

    Reply
  200. Geckoess says

    May 29, 2013 at 2:20 pm

    I love the bright green mirror and lamp!

    Reply
  201. Alicia says

    May 29, 2013 at 2:24 pm

    Love the new arrangement. [email protected]

    Reply
  202. Katie says

    May 29, 2013 at 2:39 pm

    LOVE the blue stools!!! :)

    Reply
  203. Jena and Zac says

    May 29, 2013 at 2:40 pm

    Looks like a great place to spend the summer!

    Reply
  204. JoLynn says

    May 29, 2013 at 2:41 pm

    Where did you find your console table? I love it all, but really think that would be so versatile anywhere! Thanks and thanks for the giveaway!!

    Reply
    • Emily A. Clark says

      May 30, 2013 at 3:29 am

      It’s from HomeDecorators.com. Not really meant for outdoors but it works fine since it’s kind of under cover.

      Reply
  205. latanya t says

    May 29, 2013 at 3:17 pm

    Everything looks really good!

    dlatany at gmail dot com

    Reply
  206. rmills0051 says

    May 29, 2013 at 3:47 pm

    The new rug looks great! Fabulous colors!

    Rachel ([email protected])

    Reply
  207. Stefanie Montijo says

    May 29, 2013 at 4:34 pm

    That patio looks great!

    Reply
  208. Tasha says

    May 29, 2013 at 5:02 pm

    Thanks for the giveaway… Our patio could sure use some sprucing! Love your idea for a mirror, it is so pretty!

    Reply
  209. momma-lana says

    May 29, 2013 at 5:21 pm

    We spent Saturday cleaning and pressuring washing our screen porch and deck and furniture. We have been enjoying our clean outdoor space ever since!

    Reply
  210. melissa says

    May 29, 2013 at 5:27 pm

    Hi Emily,

    I love your blog. Your kitchen is my inspiration!

    [email protected]

    Reply
  211. Angie says

    May 29, 2013 at 5:35 pm

    Love!

    Reply
  212. Angelina Lynn says

    May 29, 2013 at 6:10 pm

    I’d love to win- ha maybe my bbq could have a before and after similar to yours!

    Reply
  213. Colleen says

    May 29, 2013 at 6:11 pm

    We don’t have a pollen problem like that here in Wisconsin, but we do live near a foundry, so we get grayish-black soot (or something) on everything. I bet this would take it off. :)

    [email protected]

    Reply
  214. Grace like Rain says

    May 29, 2013 at 6:58 pm

    Emily
    I love what you’ve done with the rearrangement of the outdoor space. And thanks for the cleaning tips. I live up in NJ, and the pollen and winter grime are such a bear to get rid of!

    Awesome giveaways!
    Nancy
    nancyvarughese at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  215. Gretchen says

    May 29, 2013 at 7:41 pm

    The space looks so inviting!

    gretchen.a.kim at gmail dot com

    Reply
  216. Shady Lady! says

    May 29, 2013 at 9:04 pm

    Would love to win!

    [email protected]

    Reply
  217. Shady Lady! says

    May 29, 2013 at 9:04 pm

    Would love to win!

    [email protected]

    Reply
  218. Lina Williams says

    May 29, 2013 at 9:41 pm

    Your patio is captivating! Love all the colors! [email protected]

    Reply
  219. Dawn says

    May 29, 2013 at 10:12 pm

    The new rug is perfect for your outdoor patio! Thanks for the generous give-away. Really enjoy your blog ~ Dawn
    [email protected]

    Reply
  220. Lisa Hamel says

    May 30, 2013 at 12:12 am

    Your patio looks darling. I loved it when you posted about the rug, and I love it now. If I won the $50 gift card, I would definitely want to buy something for my backyard!

    [email protected]

    Reply
  221. Kasey says

    May 30, 2013 at 1:59 am

    Lovely patio! My patio needs a good cleaning. My boys have dumped dirt all over it.

    Reply
  222. rox says

    May 30, 2013 at 2:03 am

    Love the new furniture arrangement!

    Reply
  223. Jen says

    May 30, 2013 at 5:32 am

    I love your blog…yours is one of about three that I read daily. Thank you!
    Jen [email protected]

    Reply
  224. karen says

    May 30, 2013 at 5:40 am

    Love the blue stools and green mirror!

    Reply
  225. Amanda says

    May 30, 2013 at 6:26 am

    love this giveaway and love the paint color!

    Reply
  226. Angela snoozy says

    May 30, 2013 at 6:39 am

    Thanks for the great giveaway! Your patio looks awesome!

    [email protected]

    Reply
  227. Gloria says

    May 30, 2013 at 1:42 pm

    Oh how I would love to win – really need for my back patio with the Oklahoma wind and dust! My e-mail is: [email protected]. Thanks for the giveaway!!

    Reply
  228. Gloria says

    May 30, 2013 at 1:45 pm

    Oh how I would love to win your giveaway!! I really need these to clean my back patio living in the Oklahoma wind and dust!! Thanks for the giveaway and your patio looks great!!

    Reply
  229. Julie says

    May 30, 2013 at 4:13 pm

    LOVE the change up! Has me wanting to re-do my deck arrangement!

    Reply
  230. Avery says

    May 30, 2013 at 8:17 pm

    We just bought a home with a screened in porch and Id love to win so I can spruce that area up!

    Reply
  231. melinda says

    May 30, 2013 at 8:30 pm

    Love your patio ! I swear by Mr. Cleans magic erasers. I even use them on my white SUV when I see scuff marks. I found 3 garden stools at Big Lots for $14 each. They have been painted numerous times already !
    [email protected]

    Reply
  232. Katherine S says

    May 30, 2013 at 9:20 pm

    Your patio looks fantastic! Love it!

    Reply
  233. Caroline Nolazco says

    May 30, 2013 at 9:58 pm

    Love the new arrangement! And I didn’t know Mr clean came in liquid form. I’m all over it!

    Reply
  234. kimberly simons says

    May 31, 2013 at 12:53 am

    Love the colors, looks very inviting!!!
    hope I win (:
    [email protected]

    Reply
  235. Debra Russell Fine Art says

    May 31, 2013 at 3:36 am

    Makes me want to take a moment and enjoy summer. I’m power washing tomorrow to get ready for a weekend party.I could really use these products!

    Reply
  236. Decore Essentials says

    May 31, 2013 at 11:06 am

    Wonderfully crisp and always interesting! great photos (as always!) & Blessings xoxo

    Luxury Home Furniture

    Reply
  237. Laurie Matzko says

    May 31, 2013 at 12:33 pm

    Love your patio so much! We just took out our leaky hot tub and now we have a large, mostly empty screened in porch. Need a skpye session!

    Reply
    • Laurie Matzko says

      May 31, 2013 at 4:48 pm

      This comment has been removed by the author.

      Reply
    • Laurie Matzko says

      May 31, 2013 at 4:51 pm

      need to use spell check-skype!

      [email protected]

      Reply
  238. Victoria says

    May 31, 2013 at 1:00 pm

    The patio looks gorgeous.

    Reply
  239. Leighann says

    May 31, 2013 at 1:51 pm

    I love the look of the “new” patio. This will be our second summer in this house and I’d love to finally get our deck functional with furniture and plants. Thanks for the inspiration.

    Reply
  240. Brittney Chandler says

    May 31, 2013 at 2:08 pm

    Love your blog & would LOVE this giveaway! email is [email protected]!

    Reply
  241. Just Ducky says

    May 31, 2013 at 4:24 pm

    Definitely am going to try that outdoor cleaner!
    ([email protected])

    Reply
  242. Ann says

    May 31, 2013 at 7:41 pm

    Patio looks fabulous! I’d love to win. :-) Thanks!

    Reply
  243. Courtney says

    June 1, 2013 at 12:17 am

    our outdoor spaces are a work in progress right now. Hoping to get more done this week.

    Reply
  244. Sarah @ Simply Sarah Style says

    June 1, 2013 at 12:32 am

    I’m a huge fan of the Magic Eraser. It’s amazing what they can do around the house.

    Your patio arrangement looks so nice. It’s great inspiration for my own.

    Sarah
    [email protected]

    Reply
  245. Preppy Mama says

    June 2, 2013 at 10:36 pm

    I love the new arrangement!!
    [email protected]

    Reply
  246. Jewel Hasan says

    June 4, 2013 at 1:06 pm

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    Reply
  247. Joyce Ward says

    June 15, 2018 at 6:07 am

    Wowza Emily!
    Beautiful inviting space especially since blue has become one of my new favorite colors! I could use some extra seating for my deck area – thank you for the inspiration!

    Reply

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