Cool Outdoor Furniture for 2014

I've got OUTDOORS on my mind lately since we just finished setting up ours last weekend.
Yup, we're all set for summer but really, its just nice being outdoors too this Spring time don't you think?
And although I have no need for new furniture right now for our space (except for some bar stools which I'll talk about some other time), I can't help but admire all the new designs that are available out there for buyers who are still looking.

Here are some of my favorites. Let's start off with some
OUTDOOR DINING FURNITURE...

Madear Teal Dining from PB - love that you don't need cushions to be comfy

I usually see these kinds of furniture in West Elm or Crate and Barrel, but I guess Potterybarn is trying on new more cleaner and more modern styles now too!

Modern Picnic Bench anyone?

This one is from TARGET Threshold line and love the mix of steel (aluminum)& wood.

Love with this concrete top table - can go out or indoors too!

Another PB fave of mine, the top is virtually indestructible. Moving it though might be a bit tough, but ain't it pretty?

Love this modern design from Lowes

Perfect for a roofed patio. Roofed because of the glass top I think. This tables got some pretty legs!

Now let's see some cool OUTDOOR SEATING...

Sleek Faux Wood modern Adirondack from Target

Gotta love TARGET for coming up with a slight twist on a classic.

Nice rustic look - comes in Grey too

Perfect for your porch or veranda.

Danish Modern for the outdoors? WHY NOT!

A big Ooh-la-la for me - teak and white, with those curvy lines, I want it! Only downside would be price.

Bedroom style for the outdoors? Why not!

For your tweens and teens and maybe even you. This one looks cushy enough to be in your bedroom too right?

Absolutely love this chair from Serena & Lily

I forgot to add this to my Mother's Day wishlist - just lovely from Serena & Lily.

And speaking of Serena & Lily, I know your all crazy about their Riviera chairs like I am. So I was giddy to find an affordable Look-a-like from nonetheless but TARGET here...

Affordable French Bistro Outdoor chairs from Target - $270 for a pair

Serena and Lily's version is $245 for just one! Target version comes in red and grey too!

Bar stool version pretty cute too

This one is a more modern take on these classics - love it too

Cafe Bistro Set anyone?

This last one is from Garndin Road and I love the mix of blue and black in their set. Plus their table is pretty darn cute too.

Now let's look at my favorite OUTDOOR LOUNGING....

Cool and affordable Lounging option

This one is from Lowe's and I love the 'crate look ' of this set. Easy on the eyes and still looks might comfy.

Mid-century Modern set

Another work of art from Frontgate. 

I love the island-vibe of this modern set and I also like breezy feel of these seats

This set definitely takes me to the islands or the beach. 

Definitely love the comfy look and clean lines of this collection!

A set that I would probably even put indoors! Just so gorgeous!

Well, that's it for now. Hope you enjoyed this quick round-up of mine.

How about you have you started sprucing up your patio yet?  I'm guessing you'll be celebrating Mother's Day one way or another right? Either way hope it will be fun!

Have a Great DayEveryone!

VEL

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No bake Mango Delight

Hello! How was your weekend? Hope it was great! 

As for me, it was great and busy which involves lots of cooking.

Saturday at our home is 1st-try-recipe-day. My husband and the kids all join in trying out recipes we've never tried before. This Saturday, it was Lemon Pepper grilled trout and Rice pilaf - YUM!

But I also made this for a Baptismal party for Sunday...

Mango Delight

The recipe is not originally mine, but since it's so good and easy, I had my friend Chemene share it with me, and she said I could share it with you. Eversince I started blogging, I never shared a recipe until now, because FOR SURE, this dessert will be a hit for any family or party!

So let's begin shall we?

 Graham Crackers - the box has 3 packs inside, I only used 1 1/2 packets
1 can of condensed milk
2 cans of Nestle Cream
4-5 pieces of  ripe Manila Mangoes
2 packets of Knox Gelatin
1/3 cup of water

Serve and Enjoy!

Bon Appetit!

VEL 

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Linking back to...

Dwellings-The heart of your home, Home Away from Home, Linda's Coastal Charm, A Stroll theu Life, My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia

Apartment Therapy Feature!!!!

LINK

Hip-hip-hooray!

A room in our home has been featured in Apartment Therapy and we couldn't be more happier and proud!

Of course you all know how'tough' comments can get on this fabulous site, but hey, that's how we improve on things right? Constructive Criticisms for me is always welcome. Derogatory ones, definitely not.

Anyhow I mentioned this because there were a lot of 'constructive criticisms' commented on the space. But I guess a lot of them didn't link back into the whole post and didn't see that organization was a bit of problem still in the space and that I was still in search or good storage at that time. Also a lot didn't bother to look at the rest of the room where the office supplies and equipments were. STILL, we're very proud of this space which we built on OUR OWN and USE A LOT UP TO THIS DAY!

So friends, say 'CHEERS' with me will you?!

Have a Great weekend!

VEL 

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