I’m the type of person who likes to utilize every square inch of our home. We don’t have a very large home, but it’s not small either. I like all the space in our home to be utilized in some way. Whether it be the guest room, the little frog room upstairs and even our outdoor spaces. We “live” here, and I want that cozy feeling everywhere.
Today, I am sharing how I created a cozy outdoor deck.
Finally, the sun came out today. I want to say it’s been about 3 weeks since the sun has shined here. I was starting to feel real crappy already. I sort of get that seasonal funk, but it doesn’t hit me typically until the end of January.
It’s been a weird season already. We were inundated with acorns on our deck this year. It gets messy when the leaves start falling. Seems every few years a big ole Oak tree we have in our yard produces these mass quantities of acorns. The other evening it sounded like a hail storm. They actually woke me up in the middle of the night. Man, I was mad! Poor Mike had to hear me grumbling and see me smash my pillow over my head. I’m a crab apple if I don’t get my sleep.
Remember back in the Summer I shared our outdoor deck? You may have noticed the pretty table out there with the blue umbrella.
That pretty table has not been sat at in a few years. We purchased that in South Florida around 13 years ago. The set was built like an iron tank. Very pretty and in good condition, but again, not used in a very long time.
And not to mention, does this look that cozy? Not really. The chairs are heavy, and not that comfortable long term. They are sturdy though, and if outdoor dining is what you do, then a table is your thing.
I decided to sell it.
Surprisingly, my husband didn’t even bat an eye. He knew it was a waste sitting out there and why not have someone else enjoy it as we did for many years. Considering we have this picnic table down below where our pizza oven is, we just didn’t need another table anymore.
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We built our own pizza oven, however, I found one that I know friends have and LOVE. A whole lot cheaper too. Would make for an awesome Christmas gift for your hubby:)
So with the proceeds of the sale:):) I decided to create a conversation area that would be cozy and that we may actually utilize a little more. Especially, if we only have a few guests over and it’s a nice day to go sit outdoors for a bit.
These ceramic owl stool benches
Not only will they serve a purpose as a side table, they are also a stool to sit on.
SCORE! The white ones were on back order for a while. But seem to be available now for the same price I paid. That is something you can count on with me. Shopping around for the best price. 
Cozy rattan chai
These are very cozy and will withhold the weather. I wanted something that will hold up all year round. Rattan always does. At least, here in the South it does.
Outdoor rooster
Outdoor pillows add that extra cozy and fun pop of color, that I love. I always arrange my pillows in odd numbers, 3, 5,7 etc. They don’t have to be all matchy matchy either. As long as the color combo is the same, it will coordinate nicely.
Wicker outdoor bench
The bench can seat up to 3 people. Fire up that pit and we will be snug as a bug. I might have to get out the fall blanket.
Outdoor gas firepit
And you put it all together, and this is what you get!
Now if we can only get to enjoy it for a month or so before Winter hits here in the Carolina’s. Although, we don’t get bad winters, and on occasion catch a nice day..I am hoping we can get out here soon.
You may have noticed some acorns in strange places. Took me two hours to clean up out here today, and I still missed some.
Thanks so much for stopping over today.
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Looks so nice Debbie. You’ll probably wonder how you lived without it. We hardly used our outdoor areas this Summer either; too hot and allergies make me an indoor person, but I really like your deck and the cozy, happy area yo created. Enjoy!
Thanks Peggy!
That rooster pillow is the best, what a beauty:) Love your cozy spot Debbie!
Thanks Dawn!
Your deck looks great Debbie.It does look cozy and a great place to spend Fall days or evenings. It was nice to have the sun come out today, but we have a lot of cleanup to do after all the rain.
I know it was really bad here too!
You’ve outdone yourself again looks so inviting. I would love to sit there with a cup of hot Apple cider on a cool fall evening and just cut with you for awhile. Love the large rooster pillow!
Thanks Carole! Day two of sunshine here. Might be out there later on for sure!
Love the new look, so inviting.
Hi Debbie, I read all of your posts via email and FB, but thought I would stop over and say hi. I love your porch redo. I recently redid the layout of my living room and I am so surprised how people now use the living room all of the time now instead of crowding around the kitchen stools. Happy fall to you!
Carol
So nice to see you Carol! I keep up with you too on FB:) You are a busy lady.
Love the new sitting area Debbie…great choice and looks beautiful!…Now get some sleep!
I need some, believe me! THank you Shirley.
I love that fire pit! It is perfect for this time of year. And you have a pizza oven? Now I am hungry. Love your deck Debbie!
Thank you! And yes we made it ourselves a few years ago.
Hi Debbie! Very Nice!!! I’m in love with the owl stool benches!
Yes, they are awesome!
Very cute and inviting. I love the owl stools. It is so hot and humid here that we don’t get to use our patio much at all. So glad that you survived all the rain. I thought about you. At least Clemson won their ball game in all that rain!!!
Yes, we were pretty water logged and thank goodness for rain gear. We looked like Barney but we were dry. It was a lot of fun!
Wishing you lots of nice warm autumn days to enjoy your beautiful deck. Very cozy and inviting. Wish I was there relaxing chatting with you right now.
That would be very lovely Carol!
How cozy and inviting you made that space, Debbie! Much better without that big table. I love the upright fire pit and everything fits perfectly together! Enjoy your “new” outdoor spot!
Thanks so much Kris. We will be hanging here tonight.
So pretty Debbie…love those chairs!
This post is so timely. My mom and I were talking the other day about doing something like this with our deck.
You have given me what I was looking for, for our patio! the table top fireplace! My husband and I have been going back and forth on various things, but this is it and the price is right! thanks for the inspiration!
Love that fire pit! Your deck looks great! I know you are enjoying it! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Jayne! We are getting ready to enjoy it this season now.