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Entertaining on the deck in autumn

September 20, 2012 by Barb 26 Comments

We are having the most beautiful September. Warm temperatures and lots of sunshine. It’s very bittersweet – I love autumn but it’s simply so fleeting.

We live on a small lake and it’s this time of year all the permanent residents come out of the woodwork. Most people are back at work, boats and docks pulled in for the winter. But not us.

This Saturday we are planning a little neighborhood get-together. Appetizers and drinks followed by a tour of the lake on an early September evening.

I wanted to pretty up the deck a bit beforehand, so I put a tablecloth on the patio furniture bench and put a bit of burlap over top. I topped that with an old mirror (old and chippy) and put candles all around.

Aren’t my Belgian Mums gorgeous!? After our summer pots were shredded by hail – these were a welcome replacement. Hubby brought them home one night (from Costco).

I’ve been busy this summer hauling home any kind of old wood “thing” I can get my hands on. When I saw this bench at our local country store I could not run to the counter and hand over my money fast enough! It’s a handmade bench made from old wood – beautiful, heavy, old wood. There are moss and lichens growing all over it. It’s so sturdy – it was such a great find!

Now, what to serve? I think it’s going to be Brie topped with Vidalia Onion and Maple Conserve (recipe to follow soon).

Happy September Everyone!
Happy Autumn!

Filed Under: HOME DECOR Tagged With: autumn, decor

Comments

  1. A Pretty Life in the Suburbs says

    September 20, 2012 at 3:41 pm

    Ok, this is BEYOND gorgeous! I wish I was there right now. Love love love it!
    Jo

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  2. Seraphina´s Phantasie says

    September 20, 2012 at 4:18 pm

    You have decorated so wonderful. I love all these autumn colors and the candles. So warm and cozy.

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  3. Ashley Urke | Domestic Fashionista says

    September 20, 2012 at 4:19 pm

    Beautiful! And that view! Oh my word! It has been really hot all summer so I am very much looking forward to spending some time outdoors this fall as well!

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  4. TexWisGirl says

    September 20, 2012 at 4:22 pm

    it looks perfect!

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  5. Seeing Each Day says

    September 20, 2012 at 4:29 pm

    This looks so welcoming and warm. I hope the evening goes really well.

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  6. Jennifer says

    September 20, 2012 at 5:00 pm

    beautiful deck! So inviting & fall-ish! I love it!

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  7. Laura Ingalls Gunn says

    September 20, 2012 at 5:31 pm

    Oh this is fall perfection at its finest! A truly cozy vignette.

    While we don’t have much fall here in Phoenix I would love for you to stop by to see where I did find a bit of fall.

    Have a blessed day!

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  8. Viv (modifica) says

    September 20, 2012 at 6:12 pm

    I want to live on your deck ! So beautiful Barb and I look forward to the recipe…

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  9. April says

    September 20, 2012 at 6:19 pm

    Looks so cozy!

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  10. Courtenay@Creek Line House says

    September 20, 2012 at 9:51 pm

    I feel so relaxed just LOOKING at your deck! Following you now too, just cause I’ve gotta see more. :)

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  11. Kathy says

    September 21, 2012 at 1:12 am

    Looks like the perfect place and setting for a get together. Beautiful.

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  12. Gail Dixon (Louisiana Belle) says

    September 21, 2012 at 1:28 am

    Happy Autumn to you! I love how you decorated your deck. It’s so festive and the mums are GORGEOUS! What a peaceful setting to relax and entertain.

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  13. Lori says

    September 21, 2012 at 2:16 am

    Love those mums Barb ~ they are gorgeous!! I finally found a big one for my urn last week but I love the mixed one ~ perfect. Have a fabulous gathering!

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  14. Jane says

    September 21, 2012 at 2:34 am

    Absolutely beautiful….love all the wood, the textures, the mums…..and the lake shot is what I shall dream about tonight!

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  15. Carol says

    September 21, 2012 at 4:23 am

    Simply beautiful – What a lovely view you have.

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  16. Danielle says

    September 21, 2012 at 1:49 pm

    Very cozy…can’t wait for you to post that recipe!

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  17. Laura Delegal - Leroy Photography says

    September 21, 2012 at 3:45 pm

    Thank you. You outdid yourself and made it a cozy place. Beautiful. The last shot is astounding!!

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  18. Deanna says

    September 21, 2012 at 4:08 pm

    Oh can I come?? Please. Your deck just like a picture perfect place to enjoy a Fall gathering.

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  19. Craftberry Bush says

    September 22, 2012 at 2:01 pm

    Barb…I’m waiting for my invite..should be in the mail this week right? ;) Lu

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  20. radish38 says

    September 22, 2012 at 4:06 pm

    All your photos are good, and the deck looks great. I am especially in awe of the bottom photo. Weren’t you thrilled to get that shot?

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  21. Marissa @Life On Our Mountain says

    September 22, 2012 at 9:33 pm

    Absolutely stunning!

    Beautiful deck decor.

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  22. At The Picket Fence says

    September 25, 2012 at 3:06 am

    I’m experiencing a serious case of “Autumn Deck Envy” right now! ;-) This is just stunning and I can only imagine how wonderful it is to spend time out there on a crisp evening. Thanks so much for sharing this with us at Inspiration Friday last weekend!
    Vanessa

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  23. Evelyn says

    October 10, 2012 at 7:14 pm

    Really fabulous autumn images!

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  24. Trisha @ The Sweet Survival says

    October 20, 2012 at 2:12 am

    Gorgeous! I love all th colors and textures.

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