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Sprucing the Front Porch

While shopping for kitchen curtains the other day, I came across this great cushion, and knew it would be a perfect fit for the porch swing at the lake house.  I was definitely on a red kick that day, but I really like the pop of color it adds to the porch.



Those "big ole" green striped cushions had been on the swing, but they were so big, and slipped everytime I tried to sit on the swing.  They are a perfect fit for the cheapo white chairs though, and make them look better.




While at Rite Aid today, I bought a table for the porch, and moved these two chairs.


The table was a great bargain at $29.99.  It was the last one the store had.  It is great quality and quite heavy.  


I spray painted this old wooden goose, and dressed her in this hat that belonged to my MIL.  

I had some pieces of an old floral garland, and hot glued them to the hat.



She waits beside the door to welcome friends!  
Come on by and we'll have a glass of sweet iced tea.

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Comments

  1. I love your swing and it looks cute and colorful with the new cushion! And the table!! We have a Rite Aid near us at the lake and I really do need a table for the front porch. That's a great deal!

    The hat is darling...what a nice way to greet company! :)

    XO,
    Jane

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  2. The porch is looking very inviting, and yes, I'd like a glass of sweet iced tea with you!!!

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  3. You have a wonderful porch and I love the swing! The goose wearing her hat is just too cute! Thanks for sharing at my HOME and enjoy your weekend.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  4. What a great idea! I made covers for my cushions in different fabrics and colors that slip on and off like a pillow case. I bought the fabric when it was cheap...then I just take them off, toss them in the wash and put on a different color!...:)JP

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