Backyard Expansion
10:14 AM
Ok, this is an old one... from this past September, when this blog didnt exist.... but its SUCH a great transformation that I HAD to share with you... Well, THAT, and the fact that we are redoing the back yard (again) and so for all THAT to make sense, you have to see this first.
So, THIS is our back porch leading out from our sun-room, aka my office... (snore)
And this is the side of the back porch (cringe)
I didnt want anyone just walking their dog seeing me work in my bathrobe, mismatched socks, and talking in voices to the dogs, so I ask Chris to either please extend out the fence to enclose the sun-room, or we needed to start charging admission and put some seats in the front yard.
He chose the fence.
Apparently I was just impressed that they set the post in a straight line....
But going back to the back-back yard and this picture below, you will notice we had a tree/out-of-control bush thing on the right...
So Chris did what he does best and got out his chainsaw...
See! All better!
sooo much better!
Now all that was left was building the frame and putting up the actual fence.
So major props to Chris and his dad for not keeling over and passing out during this project.
As an example of how hard we were all working, here's a headless shot of me/my sweaty body...
I love that even Gus looks worried in the background...
But back to the actual project at hand, here is some father/son bonding time over the nail gun...
It's also worth noting that Chris doesnt consider anything a project until it requires a table saw...
So the fence went up!
After 2.5 days and losing about 25lbs in water weight, we were down to the last board...
We also took some celebration shots after everything was said and done...
And then tried this...
Chris also set up a drip line system to water the plants instead of having to water by hand everyday...
But hooray! It worked!
I planted all the veggies and herbs because I wanted a little bonding time with my new friends...
We also had this random little side corner that we decided to plant an orange tree in..
We decided to name or orange tree "Simpson"... (Orange tree, Orange juice, OJ, OJ Simpson... get it?)
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Oh my goodness! I love it! This is really inspiring me, we have a similar space and I want to do a "cute" veggie garden. I know you know what I mean:0)
ReplyDeleteThis is amazing!!! Thanks for sharing and thanks for making me laugh along the way. I loved the way you made your story so interesting and funny!!! I am your newest Linky Follower and I would LOVE to have you check out my site too!! This project makes me soo ready for spring and summer here in PA!
ReplyDeleteThanks for all the kind words Katie! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
DeleteIt looks wonderful! You guys did a great job!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you shared! It looks amazing!! And like a ton of hard work! I hate yard work. But wow, what a difference! Now you have such a pretty view from your office and no more worries about any weirdo's watching you while you work! :)
ReplyDeleteHow cute is that! You guys are adorable! Your project turned out so nice and it looks like you had a great time. I love how your little garden turned out!
ReplyDeleteSherry's Bees Nest
Ok, you and Chris are so freakin cute AND talented!Not only are you great on the inside with furniture etc, you rock (pun intended) outside. Bob and I are nearly divorced each and evry time we do a project together, I would never tackle something this big.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing. xoxoxo to you both.
hahaha thanks for the encouraging words Kerry! I think the best thing about our project is that its always something we BOTH want to do... or one of us has to talk the other into it... We're just having fun! and you and Bob are way too cute anyway ;-)
DeleteThis turned out fabulously! Really, really great makeover.
ReplyDeleteIt looks amazing!! What a transformation!! I can't wait to see your chairs : ) -Sarah
ReplyDeleteThis looks great! the outdoor projects are always so daunting to me. the step-by-step pictures really help.
ReplyDeleteGreat job!!!! Looks awesome. Ya'll really worked hard. Love the flower baskets on the fence. I'm anxious to start planting some containers for our front entry. On my list for tomorrow:)
ReplyDeleteWow! It's hard to pick a favourite in this post. Could be the headbands ;) That was a lot of work, yo! Awesome job to both of you sweaty-messes :) Newest follower!
ReplyDeletegreat transformation!! clever job.
ReplyDeletecheryl xox.
Love it! You guys are adorable, and your little yard space looks great now. I'm very inspired to get out into my yard (once the snow melts) and do some work! It would be great if you stopped by Etcetorize to share this transformation at the Make it Great party going on now: http://etcetorize.blogspot.ca/2012/03/egg-necklace.html. Hope to see you there~
ReplyDeleteGreat makeover! I love all the dark dirt against the light stone path and the hanging baskets too. Thanks for linking up at Burlap & Denim.
ReplyDeletelooks fabulous!
ReplyDeleteThat is so awesome!!! Love how you added so much color and now you have a 'view' out your office. Visiting from Motivate Me Monday at Keeping It Simple.
ReplyDelete~Kimberlee, The Spunky Diva
This looks sensational! You guys are so awesome for doing it all yourselves!
ReplyDeleteGreat work! What an amazing transformation - and so satsifying to have done it all yourselves! It looks like such an inviting space now!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
Hope you have a fabulous week!
Jill @ Creating my way to Success
http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/
You guys are SO cute! And the side yard looks fantastic! I need to do ours and I'm really inspired now! Too bad we just got inches of new snow last night. :-( GREAT job!!
ReplyDeleteWow! Great makeover. New GFC follower stopping by from the toot your horn Tuesday hop. I co-host the Creative Corner Hop every Monday. Feel free to come and link up. It is open all week.
ReplyDeleteSandy
Cherished Handmade Treasures
That is amazing! You have inspired me!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great transformation. Your kids cannot blackmail you with pictures you already posted, once on the internet forever in view. lol I am reworking our front yard; the drought here in the Hill Country claimed our lawn. so it is time to rework it all. I like your fence idea, may try something like that too.
ReplyDeleteWow, that looks so great. What a difference and something to look at while you are working. I need to do something like that in my side yard.
ReplyDeleteGreat job, you 2 want to drive down to San Antonio and fix my yard. I'll even let him wear his headband:)
ReplyDeleteThis was such a great post!! I love what you did with this little side yard!! You really put this once dead space to good use and I bet you enjoy looking at it from your office!!
ReplyDeleteI have a very small yard too and I am always looking for ideas for small gardening spaces!!
You deserve an A+ on this transformation!!
Hugs,
Debbie
Love it! You guys did an awesome job!
ReplyDeleteWOW!! That is Gorgeous!! will you come and do my yard now?:) Great job!!
ReplyDeleteYou guys did an amazing job!
ReplyDeleteMrs. Delightful
www.ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com
Girl, I love it!! I love everything you do. I wish we were neighbors ;) By the way, I've updated my blog design and buttons. If you want to update your list feel free. These are way prettier!!!! Thanks for linking up to Toot Your Horn Tuesday :)
ReplyDeleteSamm....love this! You all do fantastic work! Enjoy! Megan
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. Love the chair idea, every walk no matter how long should have a destination. Would love to see it now that it has had time to grow. Is it all fuller and still alive? Nice design. Please come to my house and make my yard pretty too!
ReplyDeleteYou did such an amazing job!!! Thanks so much for linking it up to Fantabulous Friday @ Little Becky Homecky!
ReplyDeleteKatie @ Little Becky Homecky
Great project and only one day for planting!!!
ReplyDeleteYour yard turned out beautiful! I would spend all day out there! I'm loving all the detailed pictures! Awesome job!
ReplyDeleteGreat job! Ya wanna come to NY and do my yard??? I'm visiting via Truly Lovely and am now following you with GFC and Linky Followers.
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Absolutely beautiful! I can sympathize with you working in that heat - I live just 45 minutes north of Dallas and that summer was HORRIBLE! I know you are enjoying your new little garden! Enjoy it together!
ReplyDeleteYou guys did an absolutely beautiful job! Our side yard needs some work like that. I love it.
ReplyDeleteLove, love, LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteYou two are so cute on there! and I completely get the comments about guys and saws.....especially chain saws! Great work! I'm impressed! What an awesome makeover!!!
Thanks for linking it up @ Creatively Living!
--Katie
I just love the commentary and the way you speak your mind...you crack me up especially with the camera timer..you should have your own comedy/home show..funny funny girl!
ReplyDeleteThis was such a fabulous transformation! It looks like you guys had fun with it, too! We really appreciate you sharing this at our link party and can't wait to see what you are up to next week!
ReplyDeleteTake care,
Trish
U guys did a fabulous job. I love making the out side more comfortable. I guess I should take some more picks and show the make overs. tfs.
ReplyDeleteHow amazing and I love it! What a great view now from the room with all the windows!
ReplyDeleteGreat project - looks like it was a lot of work. Thanks for sharing at Terrific Tuesdays.
ReplyDeleteRachel
adventuresofadiymom.blogspot.com
I'm featuring your yard transformation over at Etcetorize tonight. I hope you'll stop by to grab a button and link up again!
ReplyDeleteYou two are amazing! It's truly beautiful and so worth all the hard work you put into it! Thank you so much for sharing this at It's a Party! I loved reading your post!
ReplyDeleteI'm featuring you at the Cowgirl Up! party tomorrow night! Make sure to come grab a featured button!
ReplyDelete♥linsey
wow. that's a lot of work. love that you can see the flowers from your office! that's a cool idea.
ReplyDeleteсупер!!!!!!
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DeleteCongrats! I featured this on my blog today. Thanks for linking it up: http://trophyw.blogspot.com/2012/03/winner-and-features_27.html
ReplyDeleteOMG thank you so much! Cant wait to see!
DeleteYou are welcome for the Pin. I found it through Tara @ Trophy Wife's blog. Lots of hard work, but looks like everyone enjoyed the time together.
ReplyDeleteGreat work, y'all. Can't wait to see more pictures as the plants grow.
~Shelle
Great job! Thanks for linking up at Whimsy Wednesday last week. Hope you'll come by tonight for another party!
ReplyDeleteAmy@homehappyhome
This is just fabulous! So many great pictures and it turned out perfect! You're being featured this week at Mom On Timeout - thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteYou Totally rocked it!!!Great use of the "dead" space!! Kuddos for all your hard work it looks awesome!!! Deidre http://simplysimplisticated4.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteThis is so inspirational -- seriously! I am so wanting to do something with the south side of our yard, which may include (but not be limited to) planting an orange tree (my Valentine's present this year), a vegetable garden because my daughter really wants one, and an herb garden because I really want one. Thanks for giving me the motivation I need to get started!
ReplyDeleteI've featured you for Functional Friday!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for stopping by to link up!
What can I say, but wow! You did a great job and I love the end result! A great transformation! I also love how you documented the whole process and you personalities shone through - fun!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up this week - hope to see you back this week!
STacey of Embracing Change
Featured you!
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Stacey of Embracing Change
Absolutely awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteIt went from What-N-The-World? to Hello Beautiful! I really like it. Wonderful idea and I SOOooo want a garden seriously! I hope someday I will panting one myself. Way to go!
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