Wednesday, June 18, 2008

Places I Wish I Had Time To Relax In




I took these pictures a couple of weeks ago before we had deluges of rain, my day job got crazy, and I wasn't trying to get ready for my June open house. This is my backyard and while there is always lots to work on I love it and the spots we have created for relaxation.

The great chairs my Dad made years ago and they are at just the right stage of shabbiness, the hammock our kids gave us for our anniversary and I have had many a great nap in it; and the lounger is a '60s version I picked up for a song at a garage sale and had new cushions made for it with outdoor fabric. Again a good napping area.

I hope to get new shots from my antiques up soon. Enjoy the sun!

kath

13 comments:

Janet L Christian said...

Well, if I can't spend time in Paris -- can I come swing in your hammack.

Lisa McDonald said...

Kath

Oh, can I come and join you. I love all the spaces you have made for relaxation. The chairs your dad made are awesome. Hopefully soon you will be lounging on the chaise.

Lisa
www.palepinkandroses.com

Lori @ Katies Rose Cottage Designs said...

Wow Kath ~ that is the most gorgeous and peaceful yard ~ I would spend time there any day !
xoxo,
Lori

Susie said...

Oh to have a good book, lemonade and a good outdoor chair....
Very tempting.
Susie ~ The Polka Dot Rose

Unknown said...

Hi Kath!

Oh I can easily see myself lounging there! lol Love those purple flowers! So pretty. Don't worry Kath one day when you are rich and famous you will be spending plenty of time relaxing. You'll see. ;-)
XO
Janet
Janet's Creative Pillows

Anonymous said...

I love the chairs your Dad made~ what are you looking at while you sit in them?

Patricia said...

I think I have to vote for the Adirondack chairs. I love those, they feel so good on my back when I'm tired!

Pat

Inka Smith said...

No fair...I want dibs on that hammack!!! Wonderful place you have there. I would love it too. Thanks for sharing.
Inka

Anonymous said...

i will take that fab-a-licious vintage lounge...LOVE it!
just discovered your blog today. i have added you to our 'blog faves' and will be back!
blessings,
karla

Nancy at ManicForMosaics said...

Kath - Your yard is AWESOME and I love that metal lounge chair. I gave mine away a few years ago and now I wish I would've kept them. Yours has inspired me. I may have to steal mine back!

Anonymous said...

Yummy photos, I will bring the iced tea and a fresh fruit salad. :) I do not think I would get much work done with those very inviting repose areas anywhere within my sight.
Thank you for sharing.
Hugs, xoxoxo
Colby

The Old Painted Cottage said...

What a wonderful place to relax. I love the chairs your dad made.

oxox
Jennifer

w00ts up said...

I love the black and white damask print one! So chic!