Patio update

Remember our auction score a few weeks ago? 

This lovely teak set now graces our deck and we could not be happier with it. 
I still needed cushions...Most of you commenters encouraged me not to invest to heavily in these outdoor cushions. I agree.
Of course they wear and tear through the elements and fading is unavoidable. I can report that I got a great deal on Sunbrella cushions, bought at Patio.com for $ 34.99 a piece. Not too bad!

We choose red over blue or white (there weren't too many choices), it's lively and I think it gives a nice pop of color!
And even if it will fade to this one day, we will be OK with it! : )

Summer, here we come!

What do you think?




XX
Victoria






All images by V.Zlotkowski

West Elm Summer Collections–Sneak Peak & Minted Giveaway Winner

Longing for warmer weather and alfresco entertaining? If so, you are going to love this.


Here’s a sneak peak at West Elm’s collections for summer 2011. I’m digging the casual elegance, worldly touches and fresh blue & white color combos.

 
In particular, the wall art by Lourdes Sanchez and dinnerware by David Stark is very exciting to see.

The collections will go on sale March 29th. Congrats West Elm! You hit the ball out of the park! 

Now onto some more exciting news - the winner of the $50 gift certificate to Minted {fabulous online stationary store}. Out of 66 eligible comments, tea cozy {#66} was selected from Random.org. Congrats and enjoy!

A huge thank you to Minted for sponsoring this wonderful giveaway. Be sure to drop by to take a look at all the fun new designs, like these darling birth announcements.

Happy Friday!