Outdoor Update

It feels like so long ago I posted about my outdoor design and I wanted to give you guys an update.

Before we could do anything with the furntiure my husband stained the deck.  Here's a little before and after- didn't he do a great job?!

The "floor" of the deck is actually a composite material so that didn't need to be stained- just the surrounding railings.  We chose a darker stain than what was originally done and I really love the results.
After spending some quality time in the basement with an allen wrench the Ikea Arholma lounge furniture is assembled and in place!

The quality of the Arholma is great and the assembly was fairly simple, but most importantly it is super comfy!  I still need the decorative pillows and some other accessories but it's getting there!

Outdoor Lounge Design

I have a small deck in the back of our house and last year we had a dining table and 6 chairs.  We only used 2 of them and rarely ate outside.  We did however sit outside to read, hang out, and have "happy hours".  This year I decided I wanted something different so after selling our current set on craigslist (love you craigslist!) I am planning our new deck furniture and we're going lounge!  I didn't think we could afford to do a lounge set since they tend to be really expensive.

I love the Ventura Set from Crate and Barrel but really didn't want to spend the money.  The configuration we needed was going to be about $2,400!!  Yikes! 

When I was at IKEA a few weeks ago I spotted the ARHOLMA set!  It's perfect style, size and price!  Of course the quality is going to be far different than the Crate and Barrel set but I'm not looking for a forever outdoor set- just one we can use for the next few years or so.  

From there I started pinning some great outdoor lounge photos to get inspired.  I looked through dozens of outdoor fabric but kept going back to the indoor/outdoor fabric Trina Turk- Peacock.

Here's my design so far!

I love the cobalt blue and soft whites.  They make me feel like I'm on vacation at a trendy beach club!  The ottoman has an optional cushion so it can be used as a table or extra lounging space.  I chose a white ceramic garden stool so I can use it in my home during the winter months.

Ikea Arholma Sofa Combination with Cushions  $610

Ikea Karlso Umbrella $99

Etsy Shop 3BModLiving Trina Turk Peacock Pillow $50

Etsy Shop ArtisticCotton Navy and Cream Lattice Pillow $18

Etsy Shop Anyarwot Designs Blue Greek Key Pillow $17

(3) Amazon Indoor Outdoor Pillow Inserts $12

Overstock Paradise Tranquility White Ceramic Garden Stool $118

Zara Home Ranam Tray $60

Total Project $984

Can't wait to show you guys the finished space!