Summer Savings....

Wow, this summer has flown. In our home we are looking at school clothes, backpacks and school supplies all ready. YIKES!

I hate to see it go. I will totally miss lazy mornings, the sound of kids splashing in the pool, sticky fudge pop wrappers left on the counter, and late night dinners on the patio. Still time left for a few more great summer memories for 2014. But, what I won't miss are end of summer SALES.  Don't you love the fun of seeing what great summer items you chose not to pay crazy prices for at the beginning of the season and seeing if that treasure you coveted most made it to the end of season sale?  I do. I love the bargain. I love the fun of seeing the price fall and the treasure become mine. If I don't find that original item I often find something that works even better.  It's part of the fun of waiting on the deal and then putting it all together to create a beautiful space!

Here are a few sales you don't want to miss. I think I will find a fun outdoor rug for my patio. Where do you like to find end of season savings? What has been your favorite summer find?

Crate and Barrell

World Market

Pier1

Sunny Land Furniture

Pottery Barn

Restoration Hardware *Clear The Decks Sale

Proud mom moment!

So, I whined about my yucky yard project that I was not thrilled about BUT is turning into a really fun project.

Today, I want to share a proud mom moment. Have I told you that I have the most amazing kids? Um, I'm SURE you've never heard that before. (cough, cough) Seriously, it's true. (huge grin)



20 something patio! ©Getting Inspired With Teresa Stephens Harvey

Well, at least they have their moments and this week my two oldest let those moments shine! With some help from their sweet and awesome Aunt and a BFF that has earned her title these ladies have juggled work, college exams, job searches, and day to day life while laying sod, cleaning and clearing out the dregs of winter AND taking their little tired inherited hand me down patio set and transforming it to something hip, happening and FUN!

I know, I know, SHUT UP all ready. (still grinning)

20 Something Patio! ©Getting Instpired With Teresa Stephens Harvey

20 Something Patio! ©Getting Instpired With Teresa Stephens Harvey

The tired redwood that matched the deck is no more.

 

With a little sanding, elbow grease and the magic of paint they have a great new space for outdoor living. Oh, and how can I forget to mention the PERFECT cushion find that a little trip to World Market provided and there you have it. Fun, right? Now that's a mother's day gift ladies!  Seeing all those moments cuddling in bed reading bedtime stories,  nagging mom moments to do your home work, clean your room, worries, and sleepless nights pay off with an AH HA moment. The fruits of your labor paying off. I love you girly girl 1 & 2!