Summer Style Decorating Ideas & Projects for Outdoor Living

by Gilchrist, Paige

• ISBN13: 9781579903442
• ISBN10: 1579903444
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2003-05-01
• Publisher: Lark Books

Summary

Make the most of those lazy, hazy days of summer with decorating and entertaining ideas for the outdoors. From atmospheric enhancements like canopies and flower arrangements to lighting designs, table fixings, and comfy seating, this is what it takes to indulge fully in the summer spirit out on the porch, on the deck, or in the backyard. Luscious, sunshiny photos present projects such as pretty floral pillows; a porch swing slipcover; a painted vintage metal chair; and a tablecloth and napkins stamped with ferns. Get grilling basics; find ideas for summer bounty (zucchini and basil); chill out in the shade with pineapple mint coolers; and play yard games. You won't ever want the summer to end.

Table of Contents

Introduction	8	(2)
summer romance	10	(28)
Starlit Plates	11	(1)
Picnic Canopy	12	(3)
French Country Picnic Setting	15	(5)
Abalone Shell Votives	20	(2)
Exotica Lanterns	22	(2)
Paradise Found	24	(2)
Bottled Flowers	26	(3)
Porch Swing Slipcover	29	(5)
Three Dreamy Throw Pillows	34	(4)
summers past	38	(20)
Simple Painted Swing	39	(3)
School's out Centerpiece	42	(2)
Lawn Chair Revival	44	(4)
Circle Your Wagons	48	(2)
Beaded Tiki Torches	50	(2)
Set to Memory	52	(3)
Old-Fashioned Daisy Chains	55	(3)
in bloom	58	(20)
Fun Foam Place Settings	59	(3)
Heirloom Floral Trays	62	(4)
Garden Catalog Coasters	66	(2)
Pressed Flower Candle	68	(2)
Giant Hibiscus Glamour Cushions	70	(6)
Botanical Print Napkins & Tablecloth	76	(2)
gathering	78	(24)
Polka Dot Tablecloth & Napkins	79	(3)
Glass Markers	82	(2)
Flowers on Ice	84	(4)
Buffet Place Settings	88	(2)
Customized Food Covers	90	(2)
Galvanized Garden Lighting	92	(2)
Painted Rock Place Markers	94	(2)
Night Light Bouquet	96	(2)
Colored Block Candlesticks	98	(4)
lounging in the shade	102	(24)
Waterproof Picnic Blanket	103	(1)
Deck Awning	104	(4)
Shades of Blue Lanterns	108	(3)
Painted Lemonade Pitcher & Glasses	111	(3)
Drink Garnishes	114	(2)
Bubble Wands	116	(2)
Hammocks 101	118	(3)
Cocktail Parasols	121	(2)
Paper Fans	123	(3)
Templates	126	(1)
Contributors	127	(1)
Index	128