#get rust to say “yummy” challenge

[monstroum]

rust actually does cook for himself . for rust , food is not about pleasure , it’s about function ; his father always told him it’s important to have a full belly while working so as not to get distracted . when cohle is alone he relies on cooking whatever is faster or whatever will last him longer : you can always find some recipient with soup or a stew in rust’s fridge ready for microwaving , lasts him for a week .    ━━━    when he’s out on a job , he might not eat as often as he should so he relies on whatever will keep him full for the longest time . in leisure gatherings ( which are very very very rare ) rust is not exactly adventurous with his dishes ; he prefers to stick with whatever he knows . there is no passion in him for food or cooking in general , it’s just an activity required for him to keep on working living .

[deliciouslesbianism]

The one where they become ballet dancers

Pretentious as fuck NYCB crossover, other tags may get added later(other major content notes are not planned).

Dina Saijo has just become a primary dancer for the NYCB, putting behind her the final year of seishou accademy. Godfrey is looking for a headline about the ballet which makes them look very feminist, very quickly. Maya tendo is a world class dancer who made her name playing male roles.

Little knowlege of ballet fandom is needed- you might want to google "NYCB Scandal" if you find yourself lost.

Claudine splashed through a puddle, eyes fixed on the new york skyline as she lengthened her stride and began to fall back towards manhattan. Running was a guilty pleasure, supposedly too much impact on her already overworked joints, and the off season, without the constant training pressures, was her last chance to enjoy the city like this before the curtain raised once again.

Soon, she'd be back in class, and then on stage again, with more eyes on her since her last performance at seishou.

Claudine splashed through a puddle, eyes fixed on the new york skyline as she lengthened her stride and began to fall back towards manhattan. Running was a guilty pleasure, supposedly too much impact on her already overworked joints, and the off season, without the constant training pressures, was her last chance to enjoy the city like this before the curtain raised once again.

Soon, she'd be back in class, and then on stage again, with more eyes on her since her last performance at seishou, since she ran away from

First back to paris, hoping to recover the person she'd been before the accademy, before the unrelenting pressure of auditions, of rivalry, of her. But there hadn't really been space there, and paris had been was a bad place to recover from a broken heart.

New york though. New york was all about broken hearts, about hurting and healing, falling and rising, shining bright and burning yourself up at once. She'd stepped off the plane for a christmas shopping trip, descended to the A train, felt the rough edges of the city- Where paris had elegant silk and polished mahogany, and tokyo bright neon and age worn maple.She heard a young woman singing for her supper on the floor and joined in under her breath, growing in confidence until it had become a duet and then an impromptu performance.

She thought she'd found a new rival there, a replacement, for something lost, and vowed to come back another night and reflect and amplify the shine of another, just for one performance.

It wasn't until later, when she saw the cautions against dancing on trains that she began to hope that it might be what she now has- a city to challenge her, not a single star, but a constellation, in which she was now just one of many stars, reflecting and challenging one another to shine brighter.

When she climbs out of the subway, she's got a smile that reaches her eyes for the first time in months.

That christmas she returned to paris, lost herself in melancholy and christmas, gave small trinkets to her parents, a CD she bought from that first woman, who'd taught her what new york meant, to her sister. On the 27th she was on a plane again without a plan beyond a return to the city where she could once again be a star. Her parents fretted, her therapist sent her along with a stern reprimand to be careful, a referral and a glint in her eye. The referral sat in her inbox- she didn't need it, she was here to become someone else, not saijo claudine, of japan, or Ms.Saijo, the lost girl with the sad smile, but Dina, another(remarkably skilled, but rust) hopeful coming into new york on a jet plane.

The first thing the new life came with was a haircut, before she even checked into the airbnb.

She walked back out onto the streets with asymmetric and far shorter hair that she would later realise flagged her as both new and getting over her first serious lesbian relationship.

Rivals appleanty aren't all the city provides- she crossed the city like a comet, swinging close to other celestial bodies- and, what bodies she orbits, in the back rooms of clubs and expensive hotel rooms and cramped apartments- but never lingering, always moving on.

She began performing in her apartment, but quickly realised that neighbours who work nights are not the happiest to be woken up by an out of practice voice, and began paying for access to a small dance studio under manhattan bridge, frequented by yummy mummies and off broadway performers. She's not ready, not yet, to shine again with the brightest stars. When their requests for advice and not so subtle social climbing become unberable, she crosses the river to broadway, first to the musical stage, her first home, but soon once of the bodies she's orbiting for a time takes her to the fall gala, and a month later she's auditioning for the corps.

A run of clear crosswalks ends, and she snaps out of her thoughts to spin right up 5th avenue, watching the sunset through the trees, and then for a final sprint across the park, walks across to sit in front of the theatre, and collapses to lie on her back.

Tomorrow, she begins her first season as a principal dancer at the new york city ballet. It's been a long five years, recovering from seisho, and she knows some of her classmates have risen faster, but she also knows none shall shine as bright as she knows she will.

She rises off the pavement, begins heading north to her apartment and nearly falls again when she catches sight of a head with a purple ribbon disappearing down to the subway. Her breath catches and she steadies herself, breathing slowly and gripping her knees. When she looks up, the memories have gone back to the past and her breathing is steady. Maya's in tokyo, living the life she's always been destined to live- lead roles, adoring fans, the support of her classmates. She's no reason to come to new york, to break everything dina has built for herself.

Godfrey leans back in his chair, looking out of the theatre across the plaza.

"You understand, this company- and my role in it- has not been without scandal?" He asks "and you understand why you're here?"

Maya doesn't relax her posture, shoulders set and back stiff. "you want me because I'm a clean face." she says "and because I'm always perfect"

"that would be a... Polite way to put it"

Maya just smiles. "And while we-I- need you to do this, you do not have free reign over the stage"

"I will bring a shine to your stage, not burn it down"

His head nods back and forth on his thin neck.

"Well then if that's it..."

"Actually, a question?"

Maya shrinks, internally scolds herself, looks up and meets his eyes- Tendo Maya does not shrink from an audience, no matter how small or prestigious.

"One of your Ballerina- A Dina Saijo?"

"Yes?"

"We trained together,"After what's gone on the last few years here, he does not need to know the full story "I wondered if she knew of my appointment?"

"I'm afraid not." He looks down "We've had to do this very quietly, given the circumstances. Would you like us to ask her to come in early? We could have her show you the theatre?"

"I wouldn't want to be a bother, I'm not even sure if she remembers me." She looks away- maya is an excellent actor, but even she can't pass off such a blatant lie.

"Of course"

They exchange a few strained pleasantries, and Maya signs a contract as a principal dancer for the new york city ballet, retrieves her coat and heads for the subway.

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jase

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A Backyard Transformation with an Amazing Floating Deck

This backyard transformation was really a rescue mission. One day Cristina Garay of Remodelando La Casa woke up to realize her once-lovely backyard had gone to seed. It was barely even functional as a place to enjoy the outdoors.

She built a floating deck, and then fitted it with beautiful new patio furniture, outdoor lighting, a couple of homemade potting benches and more. Now it’s a lovely and comfortable outdoor space she’s rightly proud of.

Backyard Transformation

To say that our backyard needed a makeover was a big understatement. We needed a complete backyard transformation! The main problem: dealing with a slanted yard.

When the kids were little we created a small leveled play area where they had a playset. It worked great, but life has its own way. The playset broke, the kids grew, and the entire yard got completely neglected, gradually deteriorating to the point you see above. Sad and embarrassing.

Time for a Backyard Transformation

I was more than ready to take on this Patio Style Challenge that The Home Depot offered me. The past several weeks I’ve been working diligently to transform this space from dread and ugly to the space that can be used as:

Teen hang out spot

Gardening center

A comfortable backyard space to relax and entertain

I’m so glad to report those three functions were completely achieved, and the entire family is enjoying this space to the max.

Building the floating deck was the most important project to bring this backyard to life. The previous wooden retaining “square” made this space feel like a sunken hole in the middle of our yard. Building a platform gave us the bonus of a better view of all the wild life in the preservation area beyond our backyard.

The Outdoor Umbrella

The Hampton Bay Valley Seating was the perfect addition to create a most comfortable and stylish space. Among the many available colors I chose to dress the cushions with these beautiful Sumbrella Slipcovers in Spa color.

One of the items I’m enjoying the most is this 11 Ft. LED Offset Patio Umbrella. It’s BIG and provides tons of shade, but I also love the privacy it provides from nosy neighbors.

The Homemade Potting Benches

I also made use of the old potting benches to create some more privacy. This set of potting benches were done with the remains of our kids playset. Yes, it’s a repurposed project. You can find instructions for this potting bench on my blog.

After a good cleaning and two coats of BEHR – Fennell Seed Ext Semi-Gloss Paint, they look like new again.

This is my happy spot in this patio makeover, I added a “flower market” sign and decorated the top of the benches with those cute Metal Star String Lights.

The Outdoor Rug

The Hampton Bay Agave Natural Indoor/Outdoor Rug is the element that defines the space. It’s soft and cozy, and it makes this entire area look like a room inside the house!

Throw Pillows

Another way to cozy up an outdoor space is with the addition of throw pillows. I just felt in love with these Hampton Bay Chili Flower Squared Outdoor Throw Pillows, that yellow color is so striking!

Nesting Tables

The nesting table are a thrift store score that were painted BEHR Little Sun Dress Ext Semi-Gloss paint.

They’re now serving dual purpose. They work great as as regular side tables to hold beverages, but they’re also Chinese and regular checker game tables.

DIY Outdoor Beverage Cart

The outdoor bar cart is another DIY project of mine. Complete instructions on how you can build your own cart are on my website. It holds all the food, glasses, dishes you’ll need for entertaining on the deck. Tucked underneath is my Galvanized Metal Beverage Tub, which is such a versatile piece!

The Corner Sitting Area

A little sitting area was set in the other corner of the deck. A set of old wrought iron chairs that were almost consumed in rust got a well-deserved paint treatment with Rust-Oleum Rust Reformer.

Plants in beautiful planters are the perfect decor element for any outdoor space.

As the day comes to a close and the chill in the air sets in, nothing beats being in front of a roasting fire. Curl up in your favorite blanket while making some yummy s’mores.

By the way, each of those throw pillows are made from a Home Decorators Collection wool/cotton scatter rug found at The Home Depot for under five bucks.

Outdoor Lighting

The final touch for unbelievable evening entertaining comes with the lighting.

I’m totally in love with this space at night. All the lights create a magic atmosphere!

Cristina Garay loves changing things around her house, creating something new, getting busy trying to make the place more livable. She started her DIY blog Remodel la Casa after promising to let friends know how she completed a kitchen remodel. Now the blog features DIY projects, crafts, decorating ideas and more.She lives in Germantown, Maryland with her husband and two children.

Follow our Patio Style Challenge board on Pinterest for more patio decorating ideas and inspiration. And check out our Patio Style Challenge playlist on YouTube.

Browse The Home Depot’s online Patio Furniture section for patio sets to fit any style or budget.

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A Backyard Transformation with an Amazing Floating Deck

This backyard transformation was really a rescue mission. One day Cristina Garay of Remodelando La Casa woke up to realize her once-lovely backyard had gone to seed. It was barely even functional as a place to enjoy the outdoors.

She built a floating deck, and then fitted it with beautiful new patio furniture, outdoor lighting, a couple of homemade potting benches and more. Now it’s a lovely and comfortable outdoor space she’s rightly proud of.

Backyard Transformation

To say that our backyard needed a makeover was a big understatement. We needed a complete backyard transformation! The main problem: dealing with a slanted yard.

When the kids were little we created a small leveled play area where they had a playset. It worked great, but life has its own way. The playset broke, the kids grew, and the entire yard got completely neglected, gradually deteriorating to the point you see above. Sad and embarrassing.

Time for a Backyard Transformation

I was more than ready to take on this Patio Style Challenge that The Home Depot offered me. The past several weeks I’ve been working diligently to transform this space from dread and ugly to the space that can be used as:

Teen hang out spot

Gardening center

A comfortable backyard space to relax and entertain

I’m so glad to report those three functions were completely achieved, and the entire family is enjoying this space to the max.

Building the floating deck was the most important project to bring this backyard to life. The previous wooden retaining “square” made this space feel like a sunken hole in the middle of our yard. Building a platform gave us the bonus of a better view of all the wild life in the preservation area beyond our backyard.

The Outdoor Umbrella

The Hampton Bay Valley Seating was the perfect addition to create a most comfortable and stylish space. Among the many available colors I chose to dress the cushions with these beautiful Sumbrella Slipcovers in Spa color.

One of the items I’m enjoying the most is this 11 Ft. LED Offset Patio Umbrella. It’s BIG and provides tons of shade, but I also love the privacy it provides from nosy neighbors.

The Homemade Potting Benches

I also made use of the old potting benches to create some more privacy. This set of potting benches were done with the remains of our kids playset. Yes, it’s a repurposed project. You can find instructions for this potting bench on my blog.

After a good cleaning and two coats of BEHR – Fennell Seed Ext Semi-Gloss Paint, they look like new again.

This is my happy spot in this patio makeover, I added a “flower market” sign and decorated the top of the benches with those cute Metal Star String Lights.

The Outdoor Rug

The Hampton Bay Agave Natural Indoor/Outdoor Rug is the element that defines the space. It’s soft and cozy, and it makes this entire area look like a room inside the house!

Throw Pillows

Another way to cozy up an outdoor space is with the addition of throw pillows. I just felt in love with these Hampton Bay Chili Flower Squared Outdoor Throw Pillows, that yellow color is so striking!

Nesting Tables

The nesting table are a thrift store score that were painted BEHR Little Sun Dress Ext Semi-Gloss paint.

They’re now serving dual purpose. They work great as as regular side tables to hold beverages, but they’re also Chinese and regular checker game tables.

DIY Outdoor Beverage Cart

The outdoor bar cart is another DIY project of mine. Complete instructions on how you can build your own cart are on my website. It holds all the food, glasses, dishes you’ll need for entertaining on the deck. Tucked underneath is my Galvanized Metal Beverage Tub, which is such a versatile piece!

The Corner Sitting Area

A little sitting area was set in the other corner of the deck. A set of old wrought iron chairs that were almost consumed in rust got a well-deserved paint treatment with Rust-Oleum Rust Reformer.

Plants in beautiful planters are the perfect decor element for any outdoor space.

As the day comes to a close and the chill in the air sets in, nothing beats being in front of a roasting fire. Curl up in your favorite blanket while making some yummy s’mores.

By the way, each of those throw pillows are made from a Home Decorators Collection wool/cotton scatter rug found at The Home Depot for under five bucks.

Outdoor Lighting

The final touch for unbelievable evening entertaining comes with the lighting.

I’m totally in love with this space at night. All the lights create a magic atmosphere!

Cristina Garay loves changing things around her house, creating something new, getting busy trying to make the place more livable. She started her DIY blog Remodel la Casa after promising to let friends know how she completed a kitchen remodel. Now the blog features DIY projects, crafts, decorating ideas and more.She lives in Germantown, Maryland with her husband and two children.

Follow our Patio Style Challenge board on Pinterest for more patio decorating ideas and inspiration. And check out our Patio Style Challenge playlist on YouTube.

Browse The Home Depot’s online Patio Furniture section for patio sets to fit any style or budget.

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A Backyard Transformation with an Amazing Floating Deck

This backyard transformation was really a rescue mission. One day Cristina Garay of Remodelando La Casa woke up to realize her once-lovely backyard had gone to seed. It was barely even functional as a place to enjoy the outdoors.

She built a floating deck, and then fitted it with beautiful new patio furniture, outdoor lighting, a couple of homemade potting benches and more. Now it’s a lovely and comfortable outdoor space she’s rightly proud of.

Backyard Transformation

To say that our backyard needed a makeover was a big understatement. We needed a complete backyard transformation! The main problem: dealing with a slanted yard.

When the kids were little we created a small leveled play area where they had a playset. It worked great, but life has its own way. The playset broke, the kids grew, and the entire yard got completely neglected, gradually deteriorating to the point you see above. Sad and embarrassing.

Time for a Backyard Transformation

I was more than ready to take on this Patio Style Challenge that The Home Depot offered me. The past several weeks I’ve been working diligently to transform this space from dread and ugly to the space that can be used as:

Teen hang out spot

Gardening center

A comfortable backyard space to relax and entertain

I’m so glad to report those three functions were completely achieved, and the entire family is enjoying this space to the max.

Building the floating deck was the most important project to bring this backyard to life. The previous wooden retaining “square” made this space feel like a sunken hole in the middle of our yard. Building a platform gave us the bonus of a better view of all the wild life in the preservation area beyond our backyard.

The Outdoor Umbrella

The Hampton Bay Valley Seating was the perfect addition to create a most comfortable and stylish space. Among the many available colors I chose to dress the cushions with these beautiful Sumbrella Slipcovers in Spa color.

One of the items I’m enjoying the most is this 11 Ft. LED Offset Patio Umbrella. It’s BIG and provides tons of shade, but I also love the privacy it provides from nosy neighbors.

The Homemade Potting Benches

I also made use of the old potting benches to create some more privacy. This set of potting benches were done with the remains of our kids playset. Yes, it’s a repurposed project. You can find instructions for this potting bench on my blog.

After a good cleaning and two coats of BEHR – Fennell Seed Ext Semi-Gloss Paint, they look like new again.

This is my happy spot in this patio makeover, I added a “flower market” sign and decorated the top of the benches with those cute Metal Star String Lights.

The Outdoor Rug

The Hampton Bay Agave Natural Indoor/Outdoor Rug is the element that defines the space. It’s soft and cozy, and it makes this entire area look like a room inside the house!

Throw Pillows

Another way to cozy up an outdoor space is with the addition of throw pillows. I just felt in love with these Hampton Bay Chili Flower Squared Outdoor Throw Pillows, that yellow color is so striking!

Nesting Tables

The nesting table are a thrift store score that were painted BEHR Little Sun Dress Ext Semi-Gloss paint.

They’re now serving dual purpose. They work great as as regular side tables to hold beverages, but they’re also Chinese and regular checker game tables.

DIY Outdoor Beverage Cart

The outdoor bar cart is another DIY project of mine. Complete instructions on how you can build your own cart are on my website. It holds all the food, glasses, dishes you’ll need for entertaining on the deck. Tucked underneath is my Galvanized Metal Beverage Tub, which is such a versatile piece!

The Corner Sitting Area

A little sitting area was set in the other corner of the deck. A set of old wrought iron chairs that were almost consumed in rust got a well-deserved paint treatment with Rust-Oleum Rust Reformer.

Plants in beautiful planters are the perfect decor element for any outdoor space.

As the day comes to a close and the chill in the air sets in, nothing beats being in front of a roasting fire. Curl up in your favorite blanket while making some yummy s’mores.

By the way, each of those throw pillows are made from a Home Decorators Collection wool/cotton scatter rug found at The Home Depot for under five bucks.

Outdoor Lighting

The final touch for unbelievable evening entertaining comes with the lighting.

I’m totally in love with this space at night. All the lights create a magic atmosphere!

Cristina Garay loves changing things around her house, creating something new, getting busy trying to make the place more livable. She started her DIY blog Remodel la Casa after promising to let friends know how she completed a kitchen remodel. Now the blog features DIY projects, crafts, decorating ideas and more.She lives in Germantown, Maryland with her husband and two children.

Follow our Patio Style Challenge board on Pinterest for more patio decorating ideas and inspiration. And check out our Patio Style Challenge playlist on YouTube.

Browse The Home Depot’s online Patio Furniture section for patio sets to fit any style or budget.

The post A Backyard Transformation with an Amazing Floating Deck appeared first on The Home Depot Blog.

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A Backyard Transformation with an Amazing Floating Deck

This backyard transformation was really a rescue mission. One day Cristina Garay of Remodelando La Casa woke up to realize her once-lovely backyard had gone to seed. It was barely even functional as a place to enjoy the outdoors.

She built a floating deck, and then fitted it with beautiful new patio furniture, outdoor lighting, a couple of homemade potting benches and more. Now it’s a lovely and comfortable outdoor space she’s rightly proud of.

Backyard Transformation

To say that our backyard needed a makeover was a big understatement. We needed a complete backyard transformation! The main problem: dealing with a slanted yard.

When the kids were little we created a small leveled play area where they had a playset. It worked great, but life has its own way. The playset broke, the kids grew, and the entire yard got completely neglected, gradually deteriorating to the point you see above. Sad and embarrassing.

Time for a Backyard Transformation

I was more than ready to take on this Patio Style Challenge that The Home Depot offered me. The past several weeks I’ve been working diligently to transform this space from dread and ugly to the space that can be used as:

Teen hang out spot

Gardening center

A comfortable backyard space to relax and entertain

I’m so glad to report those three functions were completely achieved, and the entire family is enjoying this space to the max.

Building the floating deck was the most important project to bring this backyard to life. The previous wooden retaining “square” made this space feel like a sunken hole in the middle of our yard. Building a platform gave us the bonus of a better view of all the wild life in the preservation area beyond our backyard.

The Outdoor Umbrella

The Hampton Bay Valley Seating was the perfect addition to create a most comfortable and stylish space. Among the many available colors I chose to dress the cushions with these beautiful Sumbrella Slipcovers in Spa color.

One of the items I’m enjoying the most is this 11 Ft. LED Offset Patio Umbrella. It’s BIG and provides tons of shade, but I also love the privacy it provides from nosy neighbors.

The Homemade Potting Benches

I also made use of the old potting benches to create some more privacy. This set of potting benches were done with the remains of our kids playset. Yes, it’s a repurposed project. You can find instructions for this potting bench on my blog.

After a good cleaning and two coats of BEHR – Fennell Seed Ext Semi-Gloss Paint, they look like new again.

This is my happy spot in this patio makeover, I added a “flower market” sign and decorated the top of the benches with those cute Metal Star String Lights.

The Outdoor Rug

The Hampton Bay Agave Natural Indoor/Outdoor Rug is the element that defines the space. It’s soft and cozy, and it makes this entire area look like a room inside the house!

Throw Pillows

Another way to cozy up an outdoor space is with the addition of throw pillows. I just felt in love with these Hampton Bay Chili Flower Squared Outdoor Throw Pillows, that yellow color is so striking!

Nesting Tables

The nesting table are a thrift store score that were painted BEHR Little Sun Dress Ext Semi-Gloss paint.

They’re now serving dual purpose. They work great as as regular side tables to hold beverages, but they’re also Chinese and regular checker game tables.

DIY Outdoor Beverage Cart

The outdoor bar cart is another DIY project of mine. Complete instructions on how you can build your own cart are on my website. It holds all the food, glasses, dishes you’ll need for entertaining on the deck. Tucked underneath is my Galvanized Metal Beverage Tub, which is such a versatile piece!

The Corner Sitting Area

A little sitting area was set in the other corner of the deck. A set of old wrought iron chairs that were almost consumed in rust got a well-deserved paint treatment with Rust-Oleum Rust Reformer.

Plants in beautiful planters are the perfect decor element for any outdoor space.

As the day comes to a close and the chill in the air sets in, nothing beats being in front of a roasting fire. Curl up in your favorite blanket while making some yummy s’mores.

By the way, each of those throw pillows are made from a Home Decorators Collection wool/cotton scatter rug found at The Home Depot for under five bucks.

Outdoor Lighting

The final touch for unbelievable evening entertaining comes with the lighting.

I’m totally in love with this space at night. All the lights create a magic atmosphere!

Cristina Garay loves changing things around her house, creating something new, getting busy trying to make the place more livable. She started her DIY blog Remodel la Casa after promising to let friends know how she completed a kitchen remodel. Now the blog features DIY projects, crafts, decorating ideas and more.She lives in Germantown, Maryland with her husband and two children.

Follow our Patio Style Challenge board on Pinterest for more patio decorating ideas and inspiration. And check out our Patio Style Challenge playlist on YouTube.

Browse The Home Depot’s online Patio Furniture section for patio sets to fit any style or budget.

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This backyard transformation was really a rescue mission. One day Cristina Garay of Remodelando La Casa woke up to realize her once-lovely backyard had gone to seed. It was barely even functional as a place to enjoy the outdoors.

She built a floating deck, and then fitted it with beautiful new patio furniture, outdoor lighting, a couple of homemade potting benches and more. Now it’s a lovely and comfortable outdoor space she’s rightly proud of.

Backyard Transformation

To say that our backyard needed a makeover was a big understatement. We needed a complete backyard transformation! The main problem: dealing with a slanted yard.

When the kids were little we created a small leveled play area where they had a playset. It worked great, but life has its own way. The playset broke, the kids grew, and the entire yard got completely neglected, gradually deteriorating to the point you see above. Sad and embarrassing.

Time for a Backyard Transformation

I was more than ready to take on this Patio Style Challenge that The Home Depot offered me. The past several weeks I’ve been working diligently to transform this space from dread and ugly to the space that can be used as:

Teen hang out spot

Gardening center

A comfortable backyard space to relax and entertain

I’m so glad to report those three functions were completely achieved, and the entire family is enjoying this space to the max.

Building the floating deck was the most important project to bring this backyard to life. The previous wooden retaining “square” made this space feel like a sunken hole in the middle of our yard. Building a platform gave us the bonus of a better view of all the wild life in the preservation area beyond our backyard.

The Outdoor Umbrella

The Hampton Bay Valley Seating was the perfect addition to create a most comfortable and stylish space. Among the many available colors I chose to dress the cushions with these beautiful Sumbrella Slipcovers in Spa color.

One of the items I’m enjoying the most is this 11 Ft. LED Offset Patio Umbrella. It’s BIG and provides tons of shade, but I also love the privacy it provides from nosy neighbors.

The Homemade Potting Benches

I also made use of the old potting benches to create some more privacy. This set of potting benches were done with the remains of our kids playset. Yes, it’s a repurposed project. You can find instructions for this potting bench on my blog.

After a good cleaning and two coats of BEHR – Fennell Seed Ext Semi-Gloss Paint, they look like new again.

This is my happy spot in this patio makeover, I added a “flower market” sign and decorated the top of the benches with those cute Metal Star String Lights.

The Outdoor Rug

The Hampton Bay Agave Natural Indoor/Outdoor Rug is the element that defines the space. It’s soft and cozy, and it makes this entire area look like a room inside the house!

Throw Pillows

Another way to cozy up an outdoor space is with the addition of throw pillows. I just felt in love with these Hampton Bay Chili Flower Squared Outdoor Throw Pillows, that yellow color is so striking!

Nesting Tables

The nesting table are a thrift store score that were painted BEHR Little Sun Dress Ext Semi-Gloss paint.

They’re now serving dual purpose. They work great as as regular side tables to hold beverages, but they’re also Chinese and regular checker game tables.

DIY Outdoor Beverage Cart

The outdoor bar cart is another DIY project of mine. Complete instructions on how you can build your own cart are on my website. It holds all the food, glasses, dishes you’ll need for entertaining on the deck. Tucked underneath is my Galvanized Metal Beverage Tub, which is such a versatile piece!

The Corner Sitting Area

A little sitting area was set in the other corner of the deck. A set of old wrought iron chairs that were almost consumed in rust got a well-deserved paint treatment with Rust-Oleum Rust Reformer.

Plants in beautiful planters are the perfect decor element for any outdoor space.

As the day comes to a close and the chill in the air sets in, nothing beats being in front of a roasting fire. Curl up in your favorite blanket while making some yummy s’mores.

By the way, each of those throw pillows are made from a Home Decorators Collection wool/cotton scatter rug found at The Home Depot for under five bucks.

Outdoor Lighting

The final touch for unbelievable evening entertaining comes with the lighting.

I’m totally in love with this space at night. All the lights create a magic atmosphere!

Cristina Garay loves changing things around her house, creating something new, getting busy trying to make the place more livable. She started her DIY blog Remodel la Casa after promising to let friends know how she completed a kitchen remodel. Now the blog features DIY projects, crafts, decorating ideas and more.She lives in Germantown, Maryland with her husband and two children.

Follow our Patio Style Challenge board on Pinterest for more patio decorating ideas and inspiration. And check out our Patio Style Challenge playlist on YouTube.

Browse The Home Depot’s online Patio Furniture section for patio sets to fit any style or budget.

The post A Backyard Transformation with an Amazing Floating Deck appeared first on The Home Depot Blog.

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A Backyard Transformation with an Amazing Floating Deck

This backyard transformation was really a rescue mission. One day Cristina Garay of Remodelando La Casa woke up to realize her once-lovely backyard had gone to seed. It was barely even functional as a place to enjoy the outdoors.

She built a floating deck, and then fitted it with beautiful new patio furniture, outdoor lighting, a couple of homemade potting benches and more. Now it’s a lovely and comfortable outdoor space she’s rightly proud of.

Backyard Transformation

To say that our backyard needed a makeover was a big understatement. We needed a complete backyard transformation! The main problem: dealing with a slanted yard.

When the kids were little we created a small leveled play area where they had a playset. It worked great, but life has its own way. The playset broke, the kids grew, and the entire yard got completely neglected, gradually deteriorating to the point you see above. Sad and embarrassing.

Time for a Backyard Transformation

I was more than ready to take on this Patio Style Challenge that The Home Depot offered me. The past several weeks I’ve been working diligently to transform this space from dread and ugly to the space that can be used as:

Teen hang out spot

Gardening center

A comfortable backyard space to relax and entertain

I’m so glad to report those three functions were completely achieved, and the entire family is enjoying this space to the max.

Building the floating deck was the most important project to bring this backyard to life. The previous wooden retaining “square” made this space feel like a sunken hole in the middle of our yard. Building a platform gave us the bonus of a better view of all the wild life in the preservation area beyond our backyard.

The Outdoor Umbrella

The Hampton Bay Valley Seating was the perfect addition to create a most comfortable and stylish space. Among the many available colors I chose to dress the cushions with these beautiful Sumbrella Slipcovers in Spa color.

One of the items I’m enjoying the most is this 11 Ft. LED Offset Patio Umbrella. It’s BIG and provides tons of shade, but I also love the privacy it provides from nosy neighbors.

The Homemade Potting Benches

I also made use of the old potting benches to create some more privacy. This set of potting benches were done with the remains of our kids playset. Yes, it’s a repurposed project. You can find instructions for this potting bench on my blog.

After a good cleaning and two coats of BEHR – Fennell Seed Ext Semi-Gloss Paint, they look like new again.

This is my happy spot in this patio makeover, I added a “flower market” sign and decorated the top of the benches with those cute Metal Star String Lights.

The Outdoor Rug

The Hampton Bay Agave Natural Indoor/Outdoor Rug is the element that defines the space. It’s soft and cozy, and it makes this entire area look like a room inside the house!

Throw Pillows

Another way to cozy up an outdoor space is with the addition of throw pillows. I just felt in love with these Hampton Bay Chili Flower Squared Outdoor Throw Pillows, that yellow color is so striking!

Nesting Tables

The nesting table are a thrift store score that were painted BEHR Little Sun Dress Ext Semi-Gloss paint.

They’re now serving dual purpose. They work great as as regular side tables to hold beverages, but they’re also Chinese and regular checker game tables.

DIY Outdoor Beverage Cart

The outdoor bar cart is another DIY project of mine. Complete instructions on how you can build your own cart are on my website. It holds all the food, glasses, dishes you’ll need for entertaining on the deck. Tucked underneath is my Galvanized Metal Beverage Tub, which is such a versatile piece!

The Corner Sitting Area

A little sitting area was set in the other corner of the deck. A set of old wrought iron chairs that were almost consumed in rust got a well-deserved paint treatment with Rust-Oleum Rust Reformer.

Plants in beautiful planters are the perfect decor element for any outdoor space.

As the day comes to a close and the chill in the air sets in, nothing beats being in front of a roasting fire. Curl up in your favorite blanket while making some yummy s’mores.

By the way, each of those throw pillows are made from a Home Decorators Collection wool/cotton scatter rug found at The Home Depot for under five bucks.

Outdoor Lighting

The final touch for unbelievable evening entertaining comes with the lighting.

I’m totally in love with this space at night. All the lights create a magic atmosphere!

Cristina Garay loves changing things around her house, creating something new, getting busy trying to make the place more livable. She started her DIY blog Remodel la Casa after promising to let friends know how she completed a kitchen remodel. Now the blog features DIY projects, crafts, decorating ideas and more.She lives in Germantown, Maryland with her husband and two children.

Follow our Patio Style Challenge board on Pinterest for more patio decorating ideas and inspiration. And check out our Patio Style Challenge playlist on YouTube.

Browse The Home Depot’s online Patio Furniture section for patio sets to fit any style or budget.

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