creating an outdoor living space

 a few weeks ago mr. monaco and i began creating an outdoor space in our new home

i wanted to share a little bit about the process 

{it was lots of fun}

…and what we plan to do next…

we got up early and went to both world market and ikea searching for the best options

we ended up finding a table at world market that we both loved 

and then added four white chairs from ikea to balance the wood {and price!}

i love the combo and am really happy with how it turned out

the color is called coastal gray – i was sold when i saw it was distressed and sturdy!
the little white planters are also from ikea!

 i fell in love with these pillows from world market as well

i have a few black and white ones from ikea 

together, i just adore the overall look. 

these fun picnic plates were $4 at world market

they were perfect for our first evening

under the market lights

{one of my favorite parts about the space}

as we enjoyed a cookout together- always the best after a long day of work

 our future plans:

 this oilcloth garland is on its way from vebo shop on etsy:

– we would also love to put either white or ivory outdoor curtains up

– an herb garden

– some fresh flowers

– two french bistro chairs for the ends

– a bed swing {way down the road}

lastly, i am absolutely LOVING my first RocksBox!! 

it arrived and i can’t wait to share with you all soon

if you would like to try now- you can get your first box free by using this code: monaconxoxo

{no obligations! and beautiful pieces!}

 linking up with:    

 
Astleigh at Hill Collection 

 Jennie at The Diary of a Real Housewife
Amy at The Farmer’s Wife
 Karli at September Farm
 Amanda at Meet At The Barre
 Erika at Little Bit of Everything
 5 on Friday 

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