Pier 1 Outdoor Makeover

Pier 1 Outdoor Furniture

This post is sponsored by Pier 1.

Spring has officially sprung, and I couldn’t be happier. Porch sittin’ is one of my favorite pastimes, and having an outdoor entertaining area was on the very top of the list of must-haves when we were looking to purchase a home. I was blessed to get a front porch, a deck and a large screened-in porch.

All three of these outdoor spaces need some love, but the one that was high on my priority list was the screened-in area because enjoying the breeze of a warm night shielded from bugs is always a good thing.
We started with this.

Pier 1 Outdoor Furniture

The carpet was disgusting and there were webs and bugs everywhere. We hadn’t really used the space since we moved in nearly 2.5 years ago.
To start the transformation, we (and by “we,” I mean “he”) took up the carpet, pressure-washed the area and removed the plywood to reveal the wood underneath that we will eventually stain.

Pier 1 Outdoor Furniture`

Pier 1 Outdoor Furniture

With a blank slate, I was able to venture out to Pier 1 for some outdoor furnishings and accessories to start decorating the space.  First things first: Seating was at the top of my priority list. If you’ve come across my porch cocktails Pinterest board, then you totally get it!

Pier 1 Outdoor Furniture

This space will continue to be a revolving work in progress as I play with colors and additional Pier 1 accessories. Here is the current state of the outdoor space. I have been out there every night since the temps have been warm. I can hardly believe this transformation.

I’ve incorporated a few of my mother’s items, as I always do in our spaces. A great way to remember her.

Pier 1 Outdoor Furniture

Pier 1 Outdoor Furniture

 

Pier 1 Outdoor Furniture

This is certainly not the wicker of old. With the look of wicker, the quality on these chairs will make them indestructible. They are easily sprayed down. I just loved the coiling detail on the arms and the updated feel to the wicker design.

I am in love with the color and the softness of the seat cushions that I purchased for the love seat and chair. I wanted something that was a bit of a colorful neutral where I could change out the throw pillows from time to time. These work perfectly and I have managed to curl into a ball comfortably on the loveseat, and I am waiting for a rainy day to lay on it and read a magazine.

The throw pillows bring in the color of Summer, I’ve eyed some other options at Pier1 so don’t be surprised to see the throw pillows changed out as I make the space an extension of the living room with complimentary colors.

I went with this neutral rug to keep my options open for bringing in color with my throw pillows.

This outdoor rug was perfect for the look I was going for. I love the size and the quality, and I had quite a dilemma in the store between going for color or sticking with the neutral color and the neutral won out. It’s classic design and color work for defining the seating area.

Pier 1 Outdoor Furniture

Pier 1 Outdoor Furniture

Pier 1 Outdoor Furniture

In a few weeks, I’ll be throwing a fun party to show off my new outdoor space, and will be adding additional Pier 1 accessories to include lighting and dinnerware!  Can’t wait to share with you.

It’s time to get those outdoor spaces together.  Whether your space is big or small, Pier 1 has what you need! With hundreds of exciting new decorating options, Pier 1 will help you create an awesome outdoor space that you’ll never want to leave. Explore their new 2016 collections here, and remember to share photos of your Pier 1 décor on Instagram with #Pier1Love.

 

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44 responses to “Pier 1 Outdoor Makeover”

  1. LaShawn Avatar

    I Love it!!! I can’t wait to come over and have a glass of Sangria!

  2. Kendra Avatar

    I’m in the middle of my deck redo and have been checking Pier 1 out most of the time.

  3. Kemkem Avatar

    Your transformation looks awesome. I love Pier One, shopped them for years!!! and interestingly enough, we had the outdoor set in our old house just before we moved. It sold very quickly to a neighbor when we left the States.

  4. Charlene Avatar

    This was great. Love how bright the room became and the color combo was perfect!

  5. Joanae King (naetorious.com) Avatar

    Oh my Gosh!Talk about an awesome transformation!I love what you’ve done with the place!

  6. Eva Avatar

    What a beautiful transformation! I need the spring decorating urge to hit me so that I can have some fun with color too! Great post 🙂

  7. Donna Shana Avatar

    you really do have a great eye! You always pull together such simple things and they look amazing, I’m going to need your help when I move.

  8. Kurlylicious Avatar

    Love! Love! Love! I will be looking for outdoor space in our next home. It’s nonexistent in our current home!

  9. Aracely Avatar

    Looking good, love the colors! I can’t wait to see more!

  10. TiffanI G Avatar

    Every time I read your posts, I feel the urge to redecorate. I love your eye for color, abet the easy way you bring a room together.

  11. Sonya Avatar

    You did a great job of decorating your screened in porch. I love the look of the curtains that you added.

  12. Ayanna Avatar
    Ayanna

    Awesome job!

  13. Stephanie Avatar
    Stephanie

    Beautiful! Love your style Mimi!

  14. Lauren Avatar

    Super cute!! I’m waiting on my invitation! I’ll bring a bottle. Lol. But I love the space.

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    Anonymous

    Hey Lady, Looks like you did it!!!! Cute and I love the colors.

  16. Dina (Organized Life Works) Avatar
    Dina (Organized Life Works)

    Oh the previous comment was me! lol

  17. kita Avatar

    Love love love love it. So when are drinks served again?

  18. Erika at BluLabel Bungalow Avatar

    Such a warm inviting space Mimi! I love how you always honor your mother. I’m sure her presence is felt in your new outdoor living room. Great job!! I can’t wait to see your dinnerware post. I LOVE DISHES!!!

  19. TheReviewChic Avatar

    Awesomeness! I absolutely love this makeover. The colors really pop.

  20. Dana Carmel Avatar

    Such a nice space! I absolutely have to have a reading room when we buy a home, and this one looks perfect. I’m a huge fan of Pier 1 as well.

  21. Kim Avatar

    Great job! I need you here for me lol Seriously, you did such a great job. FYI: Pier 1 and HomeGoods are my two favorite home stores.

  22. Cynthia Wright Avatar

    Wow, that looks so nice and cozy! I’d love to have an area like that!

  23. Mimi Green Avatar

    Really nice, I love the mixture of prints and colors. I bet you get a really nice breeze in the evening. Nothing like fresh country air.

  24. Valerie Robinson Avatar

    Fantastic job- total transformation! I love it!

  25. Frugal Flirty N Fab Avatar
    Frugal Flirty N Fab

    Looks amazing and I love the pop of color you added!

  26. Tia Avatar

    Love the transformation! I also like that the pillows can be swapped out to match the different seasons. Your house is coming along beautifully.

  27. Jenni Avatar

    Such a great space to work with and I love the color choices!

  28. Tasheena @Our Delightful Home Avatar

    Love the space 🙂 Your pictures are gorgeous too

  29. regina middleton Avatar
    regina middleton

    love the bright color

    1. Mimi Avatar
      Mimi

      Thank you Regina!

  30.  Avatar
    Anonymous

    Super job! Love what you and he did with the area. I would love an outdoor space like that.

    1. Mimi Avatar
      Mimi

      Thank you!

  31. Amela agoc Avatar
    Amela agoc

    Awesome

  32.  Avatar
    Anonymous

    Inspired to go to Pier 1.

  33.  Avatar
    Anonymous

    LOVE Pier 1 and their products!

  34. trish Avatar
    trish

    Love Pier One not only for indoors, but have learned to love them for my outside too. We just put in a pergola with covered top on top of beautiful pavers in a design. And I bought pillows from Pier One for my outdoor loveseats and chairs. And also candle holders and lanterns, I love it.

    We also have a 50 5t long patio by 13 ft and have chairs and loveseat from pier one and have to be honest wal-mart also. Bought pillows from pier one again, love the bold color choices and the lanterns, to have a old world charm. I also love to go into pier one, to look for the unusual, I love things you would not see in your friends homes. With pier one I can achieve this.

    And of course from pier one, I bought wine glasses for our pergola and serving dishes to match. Love it, add a rug some hanging plants potted plants and your all set.

  35. Dolores Simmons Avatar

    Pier One has unusual items to make your space YOURS. Love the way you fixed your screened porch, bet you wish you did that a long time ago! I do a lot of Christmas shopping a Pier One.

  36.  Avatar
    Anonymous

    I love bright colors, aoom!

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  38. Jim @ Teak Patio Furniture World Avatar

    What a great entertaining space you’ve created – and being screened away from the bugs is an extra bonus!

  39. addy Avatar

    Waoohh!! Those pictures looks amazing. I have a small backyard garden and am going to try Pier-1 Outdoor Furniture because they are compelling and elegant.

    Good work, keep posting!!

  40. Jessy Higgins Avatar

    Amazing, I am also planning to use my backyard garden and started to renovate it. Your idea about pier-1 outdoor furniture is good. I am also thinking about sunbrella outdoor furniture for my backyard. Thanks for sharing!!

  41. Emma Avatar

    Oh dear, you made my mind full of ideas about outdoor furniture makeover. My patio is a little bit boring that I can not feel relax at all. Thank you for bringing up the ideas. I should be getting it in my DIY sooner before the Christmas season.

  42. Sanju Avatar

    The transformation is really amazing. The colors you have chosen are making this outdoor furniture more attractive.

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