My Patio and other things

Since summer is on its way out here in South Africa, I though I'd show you some pictures of my patio (or "stoep" as we call it in South Africa) before the sun disappears and the cushions get packed away.

I love these Adirondack  chairs. They are so comfortable. I think they might have been one of America's best inventions! (Maybe a close second to sending men to the moon!)

So that is my patio. For now.  By next summer, it might have been changed or at least rearranged. I do that a lot!

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I went to Decorex on the weekend which is a showcase for interior designers and manufacturers of various products for the home. I sadly didn't take my camera, but took a few pictures with my phone. The quality isn't great so please bear with me.

The stand that caught my eye was of a little girl's room (maybe because I don't have any of these in my house). The whole focus was recycling and upcycling and the effect was just so appealing.



This wire locker has been repurposed into a wardrobe and the containers on top painted in a pretty green for storing bits and bobs.



This chair has been made from a vintage vanity case and the ottoman from a zinc tub. Aren't they too sweet?

This old bookcase was filled with pretty, pastel coloured things. Did you notice that tea cup candelabra?

The curtain rail was made from a branch - so clever.

Do you remember those awful flying ducks from the past. Here they have been given a new lease on life painted in pretty colours.

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And finally, whilst browsing the web for something, I stumbled across this little footstool. Isn't it just adorable? You can buy it online here. (It's based in South Africa but they might ship internationally)

Till next time


Sharon x