Wednesday, June 5, 2019

Yard Art on a Budget



I was beyond excited when we drove up to a yard sale in Amarillo Texas and  spotted this horse and carriage.      I figured it would be more than I wanted to spend,   and was pleasantly surprised when it was only $10.


The lights on the carriage wheels didn't work but that was ok as I planned to take them off anyway.


After a makeover,   I put my horse and carriage under a tree in front of the porch in the front yard.






I thought about giving my stallion a coat of stain,   but decided instead that his worn look gave him lots of character.


I have a Patriotic theme going on in the front yard this summer,    so I added some flags to the carriage.


I've used my umbrella many times in the past over the pony buggy you can see in the background. 


I used a yard sale can can to cover my World Market umbrella frame..


Rose garlands completed the look I was going for 


This is the view I have from the car as we pull into the garage.......


I don't keep fabric on the gliders unless we are entertaining.


I  have plenty of comfy seating available for guest to sit and visit




Sometimes we entertain during the day......but most of the time,   it's in the late afternoon and evening.......





I enjoy your visits so much.....please come back soon!




5 comments:

  1. Penny, I do love the horse and buggy. Too bad they are not readily available as they make such a Southern Statement about the lazy days of Summer. It is charming and givens such a welcoming touch to your entry.
    Are those old cancan slips on your umbrella, funny, funny! I love it, repurpose, repurpose, don't throw it out; you might need it someday.
    Love, love it all.
    Thank you.
    Leona

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  2. Wow! You really have a lovely space! So many fun and beautiful pieces!

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  3. I thought your horse and buggy might get some flowers added to them! Too cute! Thanks for sharing at Tuesday Turn About, my friend!

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  4. Penny,
    The horse and buggy are lovely but what really made my heart flutter was how your porch looks in the evening!! So pretty!!
    Hugs,
    Debbie

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