6.14.2010

Outdoor Living

Remember my 'Around The House' post here?.... Given intermittent snow storms in May and jam packed weekends, it's taken time to get back to my little outdoor oasis. I've been assembling chairs non stop and I wasn't at all kidding when I said I've been collecting the goods for over a year. I desperately need some plantings... but it all takes time. In the meantime, this was so fun to pull together and I'm delighted to share the results! What do you think loves? xo e

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76 comments:

  1. LindsayJun 14, 2010, 8:47:00 AM

    Gorgeous, gorgeous!! I looove the navy/yellow color combo! xx

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  2. haircutting in high heelsJun 14, 2010, 8:48:00 AM

    I love it! So zen and tranquil, I love a deck. Is that you love? Wow, I thought it was a model from a pick you might have snagged from the internet like me! ;) You and your family look amazing thank you for the sneak peek.
    x
    Gina

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  3. Staley McJun 14, 2010, 8:54:00 AM

    It looks great! I love it! You and your boys are too cute!

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  4. UnknownJun 14, 2010, 9:05:00 AM

    It's amazing!

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  5. lisaroyJun 14, 2010, 9:20:00 AM

    Love it! especially your rugs! who wouldn't want to spend all day everyday out there?! : )

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  6. KaraJun 14, 2010, 9:30:00 AM

    Just perfect!

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  7. UnknownJun 14, 2010, 9:57:00 AM

    Ooooh, what a wonderful place to lounge and have a summery cocktail! You and your boys are just gorgeous.

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  8. christine, just bellaJun 14, 2010, 10:15:00 AM

    It looks fantastic!! Where are those rugs from - I saw some similar ones at Wal-Mart of all places, I just love them!

    You are by far the most stylish thing to man a BBQ!! So cute!

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  9. That Girl in PearlsJun 14, 2010, 10:43:00 AM

    Erica you are SO FREAKING CUTE!! It almost hurts. The outdoor lounge space looks fab, and I am totally digging the Tibetan Buddha ;)

    Hope you had a wonderful weekend Love!
    B.

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  10. Scientific HousewifeJun 14, 2010, 11:14:00 AM

    Looks amazing, like straight out of a magazine!

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  11. Helena - A Diary of LovelyJun 14, 2010, 12:07:00 PM

    jaw dropping moment! stunning and you are gorgeous, and your family is way too cute!!

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  12. BlogJun 14, 2010, 12:07:00 PM

    absolutely love it!

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  13. charmaineJun 14, 2010, 12:09:00 PM

    Amazing! Love the color combo. You and your boys are gorgeous!

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  14. blydesignJun 14, 2010, 1:01:00 PM

    Wow! It looks great and your family is adorable!

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  15. Limerick MumJun 14, 2010, 1:20:00 PM

    oooh well done you, all lovely...the outdoor space, the boys and you! still want to know how you "do it all" hun x

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  16. Cashon&CoJun 14, 2010, 1:32:00 PM

    I LOVE the yellow accents, and that rug is awesome. but the best part is you in that yellow apron with the flower in your hair. you look like a model! gorgeous!!! wow! and your whole family is just adorable!

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  17. Amy KingJun 14, 2010, 1:43:00 PM

    Love the space. where are the furniture and rugs from? I would love to do an outdoor space like yours. Thanks!

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  18. Fargerike DagnyJun 14, 2010, 2:07:00 PM

    Wow, you're such a hottie!!! I can't belive you're a mother of five!! And your oasis is fabulous. Love it!!

    xx
    dagny


    PS - We're hosting a giveaway with Norwegian Elle Interiør for a full year's international subscription!

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  19. paulaJun 14, 2010, 2:27:00 PM

    I would love to lounge out there for hours! you look just darling, still can't believe you have had so many boys.

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  20. LeahJun 14, 2010, 2:38:00 PM

    Incredible! Really love it!

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  21. Sarah BJun 14, 2010, 4:36:00 PM

    It looks fabulous - as do you - straight from a fashion magazine! Aren't your boys handsome :)

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  22. anitaJun 14, 2010, 5:26:00 PM

    *great* photos!
    love the stilettos-while-grillin' look!
    ...and it goes without saying that your outdoor space looks amazing.

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  23. Erica @ DecoricaJun 14, 2010, 6:23:00 PM

    It's so stylish! Looks like a great place to hang out.

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  24. JOE. DJun 14, 2010, 7:05:00 PM

    You must be the most stylish mum I have ever seen. Your 5 boys must be so proud of their stylish beautiful mum!! LOVE the outdoor space. I miss the blue sky at the moment (we are in winter here). Love the wire side table, the hurricane lamps, the yellow feature colours to offset the blue .. love it all. Well done. You are too cool (-:

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  25. Andrea JohnsonJun 14, 2010, 7:07:00 PM

    Love it Erica! I have to have that rug, love it.

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  26. Privet and HollyJun 14, 2010, 7:25:00 PM

    LOOK at YOU! What a gorgeous space and an even more gorgeous family! You certainly have been collecting goodies and it all came together, didn't it? LOVE it all! xx Suzanne

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  27. YahnayJun 14, 2010, 8:16:00 PM

    I love the colours you have used.. very fresh, the rug is a great design too, Oh and your BBQ outfit is gorgeous. I love it all.Im sure you and your fam will have some great days of entertaining in your new space.

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  28. HamptontoesJun 14, 2010, 8:58:00 PM

    Okay, the amazing outdoor space takes a backseat to you and your ensemble; and your amazing family! Wow, how lucky are you? Your gorgeous, have a yummy family and your talented! Love this post!

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  29. HamptontoesJun 14, 2010, 9:01:00 PM

    Oh, I have an apron post coming up...thought I'd share since you are sporting yours!

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  30. Karla@TheClassyWomanJun 14, 2010, 10:50:00 PM

    I love the colors you chose-so Nautical! :) Love the pic of you with the apron and how it matches the decor. ;)

    ~Karla

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  31. YahnayJun 15, 2010, 2:48:00 AM

    I just thought I should let you know that you have been tagged in a Q&A game. You can check it out on my blog.

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  32. White CabanaJun 15, 2010, 10:15:00 AM

    Gorgeous time a gazillion! Love it all!
    -Jordana

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  33. Erika WardJun 16, 2010, 9:30:00 AM

    wow! everything looks fantastic. i love seeing you and your boys together!

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  34. deliciously organizedJun 16, 2010, 9:39:00 AM

    WOW! Stunning! And you look gorgeous!

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  35. KarenaJun 17, 2010, 8:31:00 AM

    Erica, I adore it, the colors and design are fabulous!! Wonderful family pics!

    Come see what I have put together for Catherine's Party!

    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  36. La DolfinaJun 17, 2010, 8:31:00 AM

    I think you steal the show!!!!!!!!

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  37. Sixty-Fifth AvenueJun 17, 2010, 8:44:00 AM

    Love the pictures of you and your adorable boys! My husband is one of 4 boys.
    Your outdoor space is so stylish...it really does look like a magazine shot! The colors are fabulous!

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  38. Mariska MeijersJun 17, 2010, 2:47:00 PM

    Looks fabulous Erica!

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  39. UnknownJun 17, 2010, 8:08:00 PM

    Swoon Swoon Swoon, sister this looks gorgeous! Where did you get your rug and pillows?

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  40. Sheila of A Punch of ColorJun 19, 2010, 11:41:00 AM

    AMAZING Erica!!!!!! xooxoxs

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  41. AndreaJun 19, 2010, 1:04:00 PM

    oh my god, its sheer perfection! You have give me a ton of inspiration for my own outdoor space!

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  42. LilacandgreyJun 20, 2010, 9:52:00 AM

    looks amazing!
    PS. I am a new follower-love the blog!
    <3 Cara

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  43. A Room For EveryoneJun 20, 2010, 7:23:00 PM

    Very luxurious! Amazing..And you look absolutely gorgeous! Rachaelxx

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  44. Hello Lover...Jun 22, 2010, 12:21:00 AM

    You are too cute! It is turning out wonderful - love your colors - I wish I could lounge around out there!

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  45. CassieJun 23, 2010, 8:21:00 AM

    where did you find the outdoor rug? love it!

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  46. Dumbwit TellherJun 24, 2010, 8:07:00 AM

    You oasis is tremendous but not as fabulous as you in that yellow apron & flower and your amazing boys. You are truly blessed! I can only imagine how much you all are going to enjoy that fun outdoor space.
    Hope you'll be sitting there relaxing (if only for a bit) this weekend Erica!

    xx

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  47. Kim@ChattafabulousJun 24, 2010, 1:46:00 PM

    The fabulousness of your outdoor space is exceeded by your personal fabulousness! Seriously cute and your family, too!

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  48. Jen of MadeByGirlJun 24, 2010, 1:56:00 PM

    HA! i love it all....great job..and you're so cute in your outfit.

    www.madebygirl.com
    madebygirl.blogspot.com

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  49. Evas HouseJun 25, 2010, 4:54:00 AM

    Hi, I just came across your wonderful blog and wonderful family, congrats!

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  50. LindsBJun 25, 2010, 1:30:00 PM

    1. Amazing outdoor space you have. 2. what a beautiful family and 3. HOLY HOTNESS, do you always grill in such a hot outfit?

    xoxox

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  51. AnonymousJun 25, 2010, 3:47:00 PM

    I thought the picture w/ you in the apron was an ad/model. It took me a minute to figure out that it was you--the real deal. You look great, your family in beautiful and the outdoor room is great!!

    Julie

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  52. RachelJun 26, 2010, 11:19:00 PM

    I love how this turned out - the navy with the yellow and white. It all matches your apron perfectly!! ;-) It definitely looks like a great place to hang out this summer!

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  53. Taylor SterlingJun 28, 2010, 9:53:00 AM

    OMG I love it! The yellow pops and you look stunning! Is that your family?! They are stunning too!

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  54. Anna @ IHODJun 29, 2010, 10:51:00 AM

    What a beautiful family you have dear.
    And you are stunning.
    I LOVE the stripes and style of the porch!!

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  55. Puppy day careJun 30, 2010, 12:24:00 PM

    What a great backyard! The pictures are adorable, love the apron and the whole retro look.

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  56. Wahzat GayleJun 30, 2010, 2:05:00 PM

    your spaces and your family are Gorgeous

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  57. design travellerJul 2, 2010, 4:15:00 AM

    I like the graphic-style pillows and carpets. I's summer in Oslo now, everyone is grilling :)

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  58. GaiaJul 6, 2010, 4:39:00 PM

    i love the combination of the colors you've chosen!
    And what a beautiful family you have
    Gaia

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  59. melliJul 7, 2010, 4:50:00 AM

    Love, LOVE, LOVE IT....you and your family are just gorgeous!!!! xx

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  60. TiinaJul 7, 2010, 9:03:00 AM

    i love your space, specially the rug! and girl, you look stunning!!

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  61. ChelseyJul 7, 2010, 9:31:00 AM

    I love how it all turned out! Great work pulling it all together. And if that is you in the darling apron and heels than you are a perfect fit in that space, what a babe!

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  62. Anna WhiteJul 8, 2010, 1:38:00 AM

    All so gorgeous darling...but not as gorgeous as your family..adorable x

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  63. AngieJul 8, 2010, 11:14:00 AM

    HOW cute are you!?!? LOVE the space!!!!

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  64. Anna Sue MossJul 9, 2010, 12:02:00 PM

    Love it! Look at that gorgeous oasis and your beautiful family. You rock! xoxo Sara

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  65. AnonymousJul 10, 2010, 3:59:00 PM

    You have a gorgeous family!! I am so glad to see you posted your, "hot grillin' photo!!" Too bad you are so far away because I would be parking my butt in that lounge chair ~ love your outdoor space. xo

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  66. Ryan KJul 12, 2010, 3:52:00 PM

    The colors are BEAUTIFUL! :) Love all the photos! Cute family :)

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  67. UnknownJul 19, 2010, 5:45:00 PM

    You totally rock the apron look! Great outdoor space--love the blue wall and graphic white clock--have a fab day!

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  68. EDYTA & CO. INTERIOR DESIGNJul 19, 2010, 7:26:00 PM

    What a great outdoor space!
    and what a large back yard and deck you have,, so fabulous!!
    love it!
    Happy monday!

    xoxo
    Edyta
    http://edytaandco.blogspot.com/

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  69. bryn alexandraJul 20, 2010, 6:32:00 AM

    I just came across your blog and I just ADORE it!! I did a post all about your office: http://brynalexandra.blogspot.com/2010/07/new-to-me-moth-design.html

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  70. LeighaJul 26, 2010, 9:30:00 PM

    OMG - Love at first sight. That navy blue rug is to die for. The buddha head is gorgeous. And your family is beautiful, too.

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  71. Oona JohnsonJul 27, 2010, 8:06:00 PM

    It looks amazing! I love how practical, yet pretty it is. And I adore your apron!

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  72. Casa MiaJul 30, 2010, 4:43:00 PM

    I love your oasis. Beautiful

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  73. alison (semi-fab lane)Aug 3, 2010, 3:21:00 PM

    this is perfect. your view looks amazing as well!

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  74. Hilary Dow WardAug 4, 2010, 5:19:00 PM

    I've missed your blog updates...haven't heard from you for a while, are you okay?

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  75. iheartartAug 6, 2010, 1:58:00 AM

    Erica - Hope all OK with you. You are very quiet over there.....

    Your boys are divine by the way & as for your fabulous dress, well what can one say?

    Love,
    Katie

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  76. bazaarofserendipityAug 19, 2010, 12:29:00 PM

    OMG LOVE!

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