Sprucing up your outdoor space

You've already painted and sealed and power washed the cushions of your outdoor space to get ready for a new season.  But how about the fun part...the little additions that make the space unique and fun.  Check out some of these photos for inspiration on pops of color, lighting and of course my favorite garden stools.

The Nest

Desi

Love of Family and Home

Country Living

Basketweave BLT

Apparently I have been making my BLT's wrong for years.  The newest trend that ensures you get bacon in every bite is the basketweave method.  I plan on giving this a try very soon.

Avocado and Goat Cheese Grilled Cheese

I eat a salad practically everyday for lunch which I know sounds pretty boring.  However, I do vary the toppings and I always need something that is easy to grab.  That being said, I am looking to switch up my routine a little this week and what better way than grilling up an avocado and goat cheese grilled cheese.  I can't wait this looks so delicious.

Love thy Farmer

This weekend starts the big rush of farmer's markets.  Why not tote your goods in style this year with this totally adorable Love Thy Farmer bag.  Also, great at $18 for a gift.

Link Love

Chew Out Loud
Fresh Strawberry Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Lia Griffith
Great downloadable gift wrap and tags.

Bea's Cookbook
Cheesy pancake skewers...bet they would be great with summer gazpacho as well.

Diets in Review
Talienti Frozen Sangria

Happy Memorial Day

Happy Memorial Day Everyone.  Don't forget to spend some time between the burgers and beers to remember the brave men and women who fought for this great country.

Lilac Love

Everyone have a great long weekend and what better day to prepare for summer than start with some fresh flowers for the home.  I love lilacs and they are so easy to style.  The hubby and I are off to Mexico for a little R&R.  Have a happy and safe holiday.

Cutting Boards

I have a great love of cutting boards.  All shapes and sizes, types, styles and the more vintage the better.  They are practical and can make an ordinary dish look extraordinary.  Lately, I have curbed my habit a little due to my limitation of space.  This post from At Home In Love has some great ways for storing your boards when they are not in use.

Baby Shower Gold

Want to be the hit at the next baby shower.  Pick up one of these little jumpsuits...instead of oohing and aahing they'll get a good laugh. 

Link Love

Make Bake Celebrate
Birthday Cake Cookie Bars

Design Love Fest
This office is stunning!

Pass The Sushi
Peanut Butter Banana Bars

Her Blog
Love the makeshift buffet complete with wine barrels