You guys, my patio was on the Home Depot blog yesterday! They asked me to participate in their Patio Style Challenge this year, and I gladly said yes because seriously, our patio needed some major love (head over there to see the before--it’s sad). The challenge was a great excuse to finally put some effort in, and I’m really happy with how our little space turned out. We didn’t do anything revolutionary (I mean, let’s be real, you’ve seen globe lights before), but it’s amazing how some small changes can make a huge difference. I actually want to hang out on our patio now (!!)…and I dare say, it’s pretty cozy and cute.

One of my favorite things about our makeover has to be the fire pit, which has a wood cover so it can turn into a table when you don’t have a fire going. It’s so sleek and modern and pretttyyyyy. And I was definitely excited to get some real patio furniture too! The set we got was perfect for our space--simple, stylish, and fairly small.

These pics are all from the first day that we put everything out. We couldn’t wait to make a fire and roast some s’mores! I’m SO excited to do more of that this spring and summer.

The other main thing we did was hang up globe lights. They’re the best low-budget way to make any outdoor space feel romantic and magical.

Those are some of the main changes we made…but not everything! Check out my post on The Home Depot to see the rest of our patio makeover. Then let me know what you think of it!

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1. Posted by Debbie on Thursday, April 2nd, 2015
   
   You did a lovely job. What a great place to relax and wind down from your day. Enjoy!!!
   • Posted by Aileen on Thursday, April 2nd, 2015
     
     Thanks, Debbie!
2. Posted by Amy @ Homey Oh My! on Thursday, April 2nd, 2015
   
   Aah it's beautiful!!!! Couldn't have picked a more perfect set and globe lights are a necessity. That photo of you and Ben kills me <3
   • Posted by Aileen on Friday, April 3rd, 2015
     
     :) Thanks, Amy!! Agreed, globe lights are a necessity...and they're not even very expensive! I don't know what took us so long.
3. Posted by kelsey on Thursday, April 2nd, 2015
   
   so darling!
   ladies in navy
   • Posted by Aileen on Friday, April 3rd, 2015
     
     Thanks Kelsey!
4. Posted by Rea on Thursday, April 2nd, 2015
   
   Beautiful! I've read the Home Depot blog too and you really nailed it. It does look cozy and homey! So jealous with the grill! Hehehe. The lights are awesome too.
   • Posted by Aileen on Friday, April 3rd, 2015
     
     Aww, thank you Rea! That means a lot! Not going to lie, I'm SO happy about that grill :) Just in time for summer!
5. Posted by Caroline Rowland on Friday, April 3rd, 2015
   
   Gorgeous Aileen! The globe lights are stunning, I really need some of these too! The pic of your and your hubby is so sweet too! xxx
   • Posted by Aileen on Monday, April 6th, 2015
     
     :) Thank you, Caroline!!
6. Posted by Kerry on Monday, April 6th, 2015
   
   So cute!! I'm obsessed with that fire pit!
   • Posted by Aileen on Monday, April 6th, 2015
     
     Aww, thank you!
7. Posted by Beauty Follower on Tuesday, April 7th, 2015
   
   Wonderful chairs!
   
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   • Posted by Aileen on Wednesday, April 8th, 2015
     
     Thank you!