patio – And Then Home http://www.andthenhome.com/ Sun, 20 Sep 2020 00:46:48 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.5.1 https://www.andthenhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/cropped-Watermark-Logo-1-75x75.jpg patio – And Then Home http://www.andthenhome.com/ 32 32 How To Upgrade Your Patio on a Budget https://www.andthenhome.com/how-to-upgrade-your-patio-on-a-budget/ Tue, 18 Jun 2019 02:40:53 +0000 https://www.andthenhome.com/?p=4575 Are you ready to give your patio a fresh, new look?  All you need are some trendy pieces placed in the right places, it doesn’t need to be an expensive endeavour. You can find some great items at your local dollar or department store, so what’s to loose?  Our front porch was definitely in need of an upgrade, after a trip to the store it quickly became the perfect area for a morning coffee!  If you want to know How to Upgrade Your Patio on a Budget, keep reading. We may receive a commission if you purchase through links in this post. The main feature of this patio upgrade are the crates and potted plants.  I also love the shear curtain hung in the background, it really gives a breezy, relaxing feel which is exactly what you want while enjoying a coffee or beer. Before the upgrade I had only a iron bistro set on the porch.  Since this set is timeless, it fit right in with the new look. At the store I picked up a few items that I thought looked nice together, both trendy while sticking to my style.  Between the dollar store and department store the whole upgrade only cost $50 and it took less then 45min to put together.  The longest part was installing the shear curtain because I had to screw them into the wood.  Here’s a quick list of materials that made my upgrade look amazing! What you’ll need for your DIY Patio Makeover, How To Upgrade Your Patio on a Budget Three artificial plants in pots Shear curtain Curtain rode (check your patio out and choose the right type of fixture: pressure mounted, magnetic or bracket style rod) Large circular placemat (table decor) A utensil holder (table decor) A carpet for the floor A large tin bucket Wall art Two wooden crates Other small decor for the table/wooden crates It might take some time to place the items where they look best, but you’ll get there.  I moved the decor around a lot before I finally chose how I wanted it to look.  You can also add to the decor as you go, so don’t worry about getting all of the materials in one trip. Finally, let’s see how to put them all together… I love how this patio makeover turned out. It didn’t take long to complete and certainly didn’t break the bank.  Therefore, you have no excuse for not transforming your patio into an oasis this summer! Need more patio ideas?  This DIY Vintage Serving Tray is the perfect addition to a patio makeover.  Another idea, if you’re looking for a project to make the patio a comfortable place to read a book…this Colour Pop Pillow Cover by Champagne and Sugarplums is a the perfect solution. *Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links.  There may be a small commission made by our recommendations, and/or link to products mentioned or services on this website.  Any potential purchase you make will help us continue to bring you amazing content, step-by-steps and product reviews.  Products are not exact to what we use, be sure these materials are right for you!

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]]> Are you ready to give your patio a fresh, new look?  All you need are some trendy pieces placed in the right places, it doesn’t need to be an expensive endeavour. You can find some great items at your local dollar or department store, so what’s to loose?  Our front porch was definitely in need of an upgrade, after a trip to the store it quickly became the perfect area for a morning coffee!  If you want to know How to Upgrade Your Patio on a Budget, keep reading.

We may receive a commission if you purchase through links in this post.

DIY Guide to a Patio Makeover, How To Upgrade Your Patio on a Budget
DIY Guide to a Patio Makeover, How To Upgrade Your Patio on a Budget

The main feature of this patio upgrade are the crates and potted plants.  I also love the shear curtain hung in the background, it really gives a breezy, relaxing feel which is exactly what you want while enjoying a coffee or beer.

Before the upgrade I had only a iron bistro set on the porch.  Since this set is timeless, it fit right in with the new look. At the store I picked up a few items that I thought looked nice together, both trendy while sticking to my style.  Between the dollar store and department store the whole upgrade only cost $50 and it took less then 45min to put together.  The longest part was installing the shear curtain because I had to screw them into the wood.  Here’s a quick list of materials that made my upgrade look amazing!

DIY Guide to a Patio Makeover, How To Upgrade Your Patio on a Budget

What you’ll need for your DIY Patio Makeover, How To Upgrade Your Patio on a Budget

  • Three artificial plants in pots
  • Shear curtain
  • Curtain rode (check your patio out and choose the right type of fixture: pressure mounted, magnetic or bracket style rod)
  • Large circular placemat (table decor)
  • A utensil holder (table decor)
  • A carpet for the floor
  • A large tin bucket
  • Wall art
  • Two wooden crates
  • Other small decor for the table/wooden crates

It might take some time to place the items where they look best, but you’ll get there.  I moved the decor around a lot before I finally chose how I wanted it to look.  You can also add to the decor as you go, so don’t worry about getting all of the materials in one trip.

Finally, let’s see how to put them all together…

DIY Guide to a Patio Makeover, How To Upgrade Your Patio on a Budget
DIY Guide to a Patio Makeover, How To Upgrade Your Patio on a Budget

DIY Guide to a Patio Makeover, How To Upgrade Your Patio on a Budget
DIY Guide to a Patio Makeover, How To Upgrade Your Patio on a Budget
DIY Guide to a Patio Makeover, How To Upgrade Your Patio on a Budget

I love how this patio makeover turned out. It didn’t take long to complete and certainly didn’t break the bank.  Therefore, you have no excuse for not transforming your patio into an oasis this summer!

DIY Guide to a Patio Makeover, How To Upgrade Your Patio on a Budget

Need more patio ideas?  This DIY Vintage Serving Tray is the perfect addition to a patio makeover.  Another idea, if you’re looking for a project to make the patio a comfortable place to read a book…this Colour Pop Pillow Cover by Champagne and Sugarplums is a the perfect solution.

*Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links.  There may be a small commission made by our recommendations, and/or link to products mentioned or services on this website.  Any potential purchase you make will help us continue to bring you amazing content, step-by-steps and product reviews.  Products are not exact to what we use, be sure these materials are right for you!

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]]> Antler Beer Can Cozies using Felt https://www.andthenhome.com/antler-beer-can-cozies-using-felt/ Tue, 11 Jun 2019 05:35:24 +0000 https://www.andthenhome.com/?p=4540 A cozy (or Koosie for our American friends) is a cute little sleeve that wraps around your beer can to keep it cool and make it easier to hold if it’s wet from sitting in ice. One of these handy gadgets seemed perfect for this week as we are rapidly approaching…. Father’s Day! We all know that Dad’s are notoriously difficult to shop for but whether your Pop drinks beer, cider or soda, this project is perfect because they could all use one of these cute antler beer can cozies. Still need inspiration for Dad? Check out our list of last minute ideas. Luckily, this no sew project is super simple. The hardest part is drawing the antlers, so if needed, don’t hesitate to grab a template from the internet to make things easier. Also, this project can be adapted in so many designs – flowers, birds, Star Wars, Disney. Really the possibilities are endless. For now though, let’s get started with a naturally inspired design. What you’ll need: Felt Embroidery thread and needle Scissors Glue Ruler and pen Measure out a 4″ by 8″ rectangle of felt and cut it out. Use the embroidery thread to stitch the sides together, making several large x’s along the edge, and be sure to measure the size against the can to make sure it’s a tight fit before stitching the edges together. Use the same thread to stitch decorative lines along the top and bottom edges of the cozy. Draw and cut out antlers to fit onto the cozy. I made two cozies – one with deer antlers and one with moose antlers. Glue the antlers in place on the cozy and this is easiest to do after slipping the cozy over a can so the placement is easier to see. And that’s it – now sit back and enjoy a cold one with your new beer can cozies! Happy Father’s Day and Happy Crafting. Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links.  There may be a small commission made by our recommendations, and/or link to products or services mentioned on this website.  Your purchase will help us continue to bring you amazing content, step-by-steps and product reviews.

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]]> A cozy (or Koosie for our American friends) is a cute little sleeve that wraps around your beer can to keep it cool and make it easier to hold if it’s wet from sitting in ice. One of these handy gadgets seemed perfect for this week as we are rapidly approaching…. Father’s Day! We all know that Dad’s are notoriously difficult to shop for but whether your Pop drinks beer, cider or soda, this project is perfect because they could all use one of these cute antler beer can cozies. Still need inspiration for Dad? Check out our list of last minute ideas.

Luckily, this no sew project is super simple. The hardest part is drawing the antlers, so if needed, don’t hesitate to grab a template from the internet to make things easier. Also, this project can be adapted in so many designs – flowers, birds, Star Wars, Disney. Really the possibilities are endless. For now though, let’s get started with a naturally inspired design.

What you’ll need:
  • Felt
  • Embroidery thread and needle
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Ruler and pen

Measure out a 4″ by 8″ rectangle of felt and cut it out.

Use the embroidery thread to stitch the sides together, making several large x’s along the edge, and be sure to measure the size against the can to make sure it’s a tight fit before stitching the edges together.

Use the same thread to stitch decorative lines along the top and bottom edges of the cozy.

Draw and cut out antlers to fit onto the cozy. I made two cozies – one with deer antlers and one with moose antlers.

Glue the antlers in place on the cozy and this is easiest to do after slipping the cozy over a can so the placement is easier to see.

And that’s it – now sit back and enjoy a cold one with your new beer can cozies! Happy Father’s Day and Happy Crafting.

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links.  There may be a small commission made by our recommendations, and/or link to products or services mentioned on this website.  Your purchase will help us continue to bring you amazing content, step-by-steps and product reviews.

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]]> Coulourful Triangle Tablecloth https://www.andthenhome.com/coulourful-triangle-tablecloth/ Fri, 19 Apr 2019 18:50:33 +0000 https://www.andthenhome.com/?p=4376 This past weekend found me outside scrubbing winter dust and dirt off of our patio furniture. As I sat in my now cobweb free chair, taking a small break from the cleaning, I started to picture how to spruce up our patio set for a brand new season. While contemplating this, my eyes landed on our patio table. It’s a fine table although a bit….boring. The solution? A new triangle tablecloth! Perfect, now the design. Something colourful is a must, something exciting and trendy would be great. I googled for a while (my little break quickly turning into an extended break) and found it. A geometric print tablecloth, covered in colourful triangles. A fun, easy design. So I got started. I will admit that this project wasn’t as easy as I thought it would be. Making the triangles does require some concentration, I had some misses that I needed to fix up. And then painting the triangles…. I won’t lie, it takes forever. But the end result is 100% worth it! What You’ll Need: A plain tablecloth or some fabric Ruler and pencil Lots of colourful fabric paint Paint brush A cartload of patience Decide how big you want your triangles to be, I did mine at 6”. Measure 6” intervals along the edges of the cloth. Use a yardstick to connect the lines diagonally in both directions. Then draw a line across the lines horizontally to divide the lines into triangles. Paint in the triangles, one colour at a time in a random pattern. You may need to let some sections dry before moving on with this step. Let dry and you’re done! Although there are only two steps to this project it does require a time commitment. Don’t forget to share your photos with us and let us know how this project worked for you. Looking for more DIY summer crafts? Certainly take a look at this Beach Decor – Flip Flop Hanger or these Beaded Wind Chimes Craft for Kids by Champagne and Sugarplums or our Tie Dye Tea Towels. Happy Crafting! Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links.  There may be a small commission made by our recommendations, and/or link to products or services mentioned on this website.  Your purchase will help us continue to bring you amazing content, step-by-steps and product reviews.

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]]> This past weekend found me outside scrubbing winter dust and dirt off of our patio furniture. As I sat in my now cobweb free chair, taking a small break from the cleaning, I started to picture how to spruce up our patio set for a brand new season. While contemplating this, my eyes landed on our patio table. It’s a fine table although a bit….boring. The solution? A new triangle tablecloth!

Perfect, now the design. Something colourful is a must, something exciting and trendy would be great. I googled for a while (my little break quickly turning into an extended break) and found it. A geometric print tablecloth, covered in colourful triangles. A fun, easy design. So I got started. I will admit that this project wasn’t as easy as I thought it would be. Making the triangles does require some concentration, I had some misses that I needed to fix up. And then painting the triangles…. I won’t lie, it takes forever. But the end result is 100% worth it!

What You’ll Need:
  • A plain tablecloth or some fabric
  • Ruler and pencil
  • Lots of colourful fabric paint
  • Paint brush
  • A cartload of patience

Decide how big you want your triangles to be, I did mine at 6”. Measure 6” intervals along the edges of the cloth. Use a yardstick to connect the lines diagonally in both directions. Then draw a line across the lines horizontally to divide the lines into triangles.

Paint in the triangles, one colour at a time in a random pattern. You may need to let some sections dry before moving on with this step.

Let dry and you’re done! Although there are only two steps to this project it does require a time commitment. Don’t forget to share your photos with us and let us know how this project worked for you.

Looking for more DIY summer crafts? Certainly take a look at this Beach Decor – Flip Flop Hanger or these Beaded Wind Chimes Craft for Kids by Champagne and Sugarplums or our Tie Dye Tea Towels. Happy Crafting!

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links.  There may be a small commission made by our recommendations, and/or link to products or services mentioned on this website.  Your purchase will help us continue to bring you amazing content, step-by-steps and product reviews.

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