In the summer, we spend a lot of time on our back porch and in the pool. Most afternoons you will find me sitting in the shade while my girls are in the pool. Then in the evenings, we like to grill and eat outside. And on the weekends, we love to host friends and family to join us swimming and grilling.
Last month, I was invited to do a little shopping at Pier 1 in search of the perfect summertime accessories to liven up our little outdoor oasis. To make my porch more inviting, I was excited to add a few pops of color to our otherwise monochromatic porch. (One of these days what I really want is one of wicker sofas, but for this summer I was happy to add some color.)
After doing a little furniture rearranging to create myself a relaxing sitting area, K and I took a minute to relax before throwing our first summer party of the season to enjoy our new space. It is the perfect place for me to sit and watch the kids play in the pool, and it is also the perfect place for guests to relax during summer parties.



And really, it is so pretty!

Oh the drink possibilities!


I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting (#MC) for Pier 1 Imports. I received a product sample to facilitate my review and to thank me for participating.
Amy Orvin says
Two must have items for me would be the Medium Jeweled Lantern – Black and the Barbecue Spreader Set
Krista M. says
My must have’s would be: http://www.pier1.com/WHITE-JEWELED-LANTERN-MINI/2645309,default,pd.html?cgid=outdoor-lanterns-candles#icid=cat_outdoor-subcat-outdoor_decor-subcat_tile-outdoor_lanterns_candles&start=1
and
http://www.pier1.com/Lace-Paper-Lanterns-Set—8%22/2760617,default,pd.html?cgid=outdoor-string-lights
Kimberly Bauer says
I love the large Scroll Trim Lantern.
Kimberly Bauer says
I also love the Swingasan® – Peacock.
Jessie C. says
Stackable Acrylic Goblet Set and San Martin Chair – Ocean.
Christina Foley says
We just had our patio rebuilt and are in the process of making it a space to hang out… I love the Orange Crackle Lanterns and the Sunny Floral Melamine Dinnerware
Marissa M says
I love the Sunny Floral Melamine Dinnerware and the Whimsical Garden Hammock
Cassandra Eastman says
I’d love the Cabana Geometric Rugs – Turquoise, and Santa Barbara Dining Chair – White!
Margie says
I like the terracotta turtle with baby and the Arabella Garden stool.
Thanks for the giveaway.Margie
Patricia Wojnar Crowley says
I want the Americana Pinwheels and the whole Isabelle Collection!!!
Terri Herman says
Love the starburst lantern in red & Montclair-Settee.
Tracy Robertson says
I have a small patio, but I think it’s just big enough for the Caliente Stripe Rug – 5×8 , which is gorgeous!
Seyma Shabbir says
I love the sectional outside chairs. Then I can put together the seating and change the arrangement according to our guests.
Seyma Shabbir says
Specifically the Ciudad Sofa – Mocha and the Ciudad Deluxe Ottoman – Mocha !!
TAMMY CUEVAS says
I definitely need the Mason Jar Hanging Tealight Holder (well, I need more than one, actually) and the Hanging Basket Plant Stand.
Barbara Montag says
Two must have items – Aluminum Tilting Umbrella – Citron & the Montclair Ottoman.
thank you
Terry Maigi says
I love the Whimsical Garden Hammock!
Joanne M. says
I like the Caliente striped rug, and the Mosaic outdoor tables
Pam Gurganus says
Two of my must-have items from the outdoor collection are the citronella sizzlewick candles and the mellow out bean bag lounger in citrus daisy.
Stacey b says
I absolutely LOVE the Ciudad Deluxe collection with the Dobby Flatweave Rugs – Moss
Betty B. says
The Swingasan® – Mocha and Caravan Mosaic Hanging Lantern
ria clarke says
I love the Mason Jar Drink Dispenser and the Citronella Sizzlewick Candles
Amanda says
We just bought a play house for my daughter on craigslist. She would love the ceramic cat planter on her porch. And the Light My Lantern LED Light Kit with remote is perfect for her paper lanterns inside! Not to mention there’s a timer feature on them so even if she doesn’t turn them off when she’s done playing, they will eventually go off!! Love it!
Helga says
I like the caliente stripe rug.
Thomas Murphy says
I want the Terracotta Turtle with Baby and the Whimsical Garden Hammock.
Rust says
Echo Beach Dining Chair and Santa Barbara Serving Cart .
amy pugmire says
I like the Echo Beach Armchair and the Echo Beach Serving Cart
Jill H says
I love the Peacock Beaded Bells Windchime and the Whimsical Garden Hammock
lori clark says
the swingasan peacock is gorgeous , and also the chiudad chaise in mocha. very cool
Debra Hall says
Chili Umbrellas would be great to have
Natalie Brown says
Hello! You and your daughter look adorable! Two must have items from the Pier 1 Outdoor Collection are the Cabana Fiesta Stripe Rug and the Lava Stone Standing Buddha. Nice! Thank-you!!
steve weber says
I like the Terracotta Turtle with Baby and the Whimsical Garden Hammock.
Kristen says
I like the Echo Beach Armchair and the Caravan Mosaic Lantern.
Jennifer Reed says
I visited Pier 1 and two must-have items from the outdoor collection for me is the Cassius Deluxe Settee Cushion for my swing and some fun outdoor games for my family like the Ring Toss Game.
Amanda Sakovitz says
i like the isabelle end table and the caliente striped rug
Tara O. says
I like the Peacock Swingasan and the Sizzlewick candles. Thanks!
Samantha C. says
I’m loving the Citronella Sizzlewick™ Candle – Yellow and the Lotus Floating LED Candles.S
Cynthia G says
http://www.pier1.com/Citronella-Sizzlewick%E2%84%A2-Candle—Yellow/2749175,default,pd.html?cgid=outdoor-candles#icid=cat_outdoor-category_tile-outdoor_candles&start=1
Heather Hayes Panjon says
My Two Must Have Items Are The Citronella Sizzlewick Candle – Turquoise And The Beverage Tub – Mocha
Trisha W. says
I’d like a bench and accent table from the Rock Point Collection.
BeckyM says
I love the Cabana Geometric Rugs – Turquoise and the Whimsical Garden Hammock
Jennifer Rogers says
I must have Diamond Window Lantern – Red and the Red Heart Windchime!
http://www.pier1.com/Red-Heart-Windchime/2567105,default,pd.html?cgid=windchimes
http://www.pier1.com/Diamond-Window-Lantern—Red/2760360,default,pd.html?cgid=outdoor-lanterns-candles
Tammy S says
I would love the Echo Beach Chaise – Left Arm Facing and the Trellis Melamine Dinnerware in Blue.
Heather Johnson says
I like the Pineapple Drink Dispenser on Stand and the Beehive Dispenser.
D Schmidt says
Visited the site and I really like Echo Beach Loveseat – Left Arm Facing
Vennie M. says
A must have for me would be several assorted lanterns (to hang at different levels) and a beautiful set of melodic chimes…like the Corinthian wind chimes.
D'Ann says
I think the peacock wind chime is beautiful!
tracey byram says
I would like to have the Eden Beach Settee and the Stones Patio Clock
Deb Jackson says
Love the relative blue ceramic planter. Very cool.
Andrea Darst says
I love the Rania Dining Table – Blue and the Montclair Settee
cathie says
love the mason jar drink dispenser! and the San Martin Chair collection!!
Stacey Roberson says
I love the Sanibel Lanterns and Sunasa Bed.
Melissa Hartley says
I love the Wavy Geo Rug in Blue & the Solar Sun Wind Chime
Thank you
Holly Thomas says
A Buddah Statue and Wind Chimes.
Stephanie says
i love San Martin Chair collection
teresa brown says
I love the crochet pillow, and the crackled lantern also some wind chimes would be nice too:)
Renee says
I must have the Stackable Acrylic Goblet Set & the Caravan Mosaic Lantern!
Kim Henrichs says
I love the Corky pig platter! So cute 🙂
Valarie Davenport says
I love the outdoor sectional furniture…it looks so comfy and I love the beverage tub too which is a must have for outdoor entertaining.
Susan Christy says
Love the Trellis Dinnerware and green melamine salad servers.
Sally T. says
I must have your Mason Jar drink dispenser~I have the strawberries. 😉
Alisha Sienkiel says
I love the medium jeweled lanterns and the Grenalda Stripe Vase
Sally T. says
I love the drink dispenser and the rug~so cute.
Sally T. says
Is the chair and automan at Pier 1?
Sarah L says
I like the Caravan Gem Hanging Floor Lantern and the Ciudad Chaise – Gray.
Thanks for the contest.
Candi S. says
I love the Americana Wreath and the glow in the dark owl.
Jennifer Vickers says
I would love to buy the dragonfly windchimes and the doves birdbath
amanda whiltey says
i would love the Double Swingasan® – Mocha and the Peacock Beaded Bells Windchime
Cynthia R says
I would love to get some new outdoor seat cushions such as Loftonaire Cushion, Loftonaire Settee Cushion, and Loftonaire Pillow – Stripe
nicole w says
The mini jeweled lantern and the verdigris birdfeeder
Michele Behlen says
I like the Terracotta Gazing Frog and the Solar Sun Wind Chime.
Val Marie says
I’d love to get a sectional couch for my porch!!!
Laura says
Definitely the cabana geometric rugs and the mini jeweled lantern. Such festive colors, all perfect for summer!
Elisabeth says
I like the Hammered Beverage Tub and the Stackable Acrylic Goblet Set!
Misha Estrada says
I like the Stacked Animals Birdbath and the Citronella Sizzlewick™ Candle – Turquoise.
Nicole Millheim says
I love the Alona Rugs – Spice and the Ciudad Ottoman – White
Kristina W. says
Mason Jar drink dispenser
Ashley C says
I love the Neely Bistro Set in Peacock Blue and the Spice Stripe Rug
demureprincess7(at)gmail(dot)com
Nicole-Lynn says
The denim tea towel and chambray apron are so cute! If I won, I’d like some patriotic plates and napkins, so I could host a 4th of July brunch at our place.
Btw saw you lived in Orlando, I do, too! 🙂
Aly says
I really like the Starburst Mosaic Hanging Lantern and the Kaeden Mellowed-Out outdoor bean bag.
Leidy says
My must haves are the Hammered Glass Drink Dispenser with Stand and the Stackable Acrylic Goblet Set
Leela says
I like the Swingasan.
Rich M says
I’d like to get the Zira Fire Pit Table
Linda Szymoniak says
I would really love the Oceans Paper Lantern Set to hang in my gazebo and the Buddha Sitting Stone for my garden.
alicia k (Petite Pilates Pixie) says
i like the Blue Chevron Paper Lanterns Set and the silver pierced lanterns
stephanie says
I like the Americana wreath and the windchimes.
Kaycee @ My Crafty Zoo says
Ciudad Corner Chair in mocha would be great for my backyard!
Karen Cupstid says
Love the mini-jeweled lanterns and also would love to get outdoor curtains for privacy from the neighbors (back of pool screened cage).
angie says
Echo Beach Sideboard and Echo Beach Seat Cushion – Maui
Lynda Del says
Love the Papasan Outdoor Chair Frame in Light Brown with the Calliope Papasan Cushion – Maui.
Jackie says
I really like the Sun & Bells wind chime and the Clarity Acrylic Drinkware for when guests are over & outside – no broken glass sounds good to me.
soha molina says
I like Ciudad Deluxe Armless Chair- Mocha.
Lee Mckoen says
love the outdoor butterfly rug and the outdoor maroon pillows
shelly peterson says
the outdoor Caliente Stripe Rug and the Sunny Floral Melamine Dinnerware
Ann Fantom says
I like the Starburst Mosaic Hanging Lantern and the Ceramic Sculpture Fountain from Pier 1’s Outdoor Collection
Cynthia C says
I like the Ciudad Chaise – Gray and the Ceramic Cat Planter
Jane Thomas says
Neely Bistro Set – Red and Ceramic Yoga Frog with Green Leaf is my must haves!!
Lisa V. says
I would like some of the outdoor LED candles.
Amy Pratt says
OMG! I have to have the Golden Monk on Elephant! Along with the green mesh food cover, and my party is on.
Dawn Keenan says
I love the Rania Table – Blue and the Carmelo Melamine Dinnerware – Indigo. I am obsessed with blues this summer!
Robin says
I would love to get the Dragonfly Windchime and outdoor butterfly rug .
Gina M says
I would love to get a Swingasan and the Hammered Beverage Tub.
Entered the rafflecopter form as “Wild Orchid”
Thanks for the chance to win!
wildorchid985 at gmail dot com
Tamara N says
The items that are my must have are the Swingasan and the mosaic bottle lantern.
Kelly says
The Iron Frog Birdfeeder is awesome. My dad collects frog and this would be a great Father’s Day present. I would also love the Angelique Modular Cushion. I have a bench on my patio that would be great to have cushions on.
Katherine says
I like the Herb stakes set and the ceramic sculpture fountain would be perfect
Geoff K says
I love the Blue Reactive Ceramic Planter and Mila Medallion Rugs from Pier One’s Outdoor Collection!
Kimberly Schotz says
I love the Swingasan Chair. It would be perfect for our backyard
Rosanne says
I like the Mosaic Bottle Lantern and the Amalie Folding bench
Denise S says
I must have the Mosaic Bottle Lantern and the Terracotta Turtle Birdbath.
Christina Gould says
I must have the Echo Beach Dining Chair and the Echo Beach Armchair . Thanks for the giveaway!
Rebecca Graham says
I like the floral garden stool.
joni says
I love the peacock swing. It is so pretty!
Carol says
I love the Swingasan Chair. It would be perfect for our backyard
janna johnson says
I like the outdoor laterns in the coastal ad.
janetfaye says
I like
Ciudad Chaise – White.
Serge B says
I would love to have the Coco Cove rocker and end table!
Dorothy Teel says
I love the Stones Patio Clock and the Blue Wall Flower
Marissa Lynette (@imahappymess) says
Carmelo Melamine Dinnerware in Turquoise and this Mosaic Bottle Lantern! Beautiful.
Lisa Weidknecht says
I need the Echo Beach Chaise – Left Arm Facing and the Echo Beach Chaise – Right Arm Facing
latanya says
mocha swingasan
Calliope Papasan Cushion – Maui
Natalie says
One item I must have is the Echo beach loveseat for my patio.
Jill Myrick says
I would love to have the Beverage Tub in Red and the Caravan Mosaic Lantern for my patio.
jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com
Julie says
I would love for the outdoor sectional to magically show up on my patio love that little couch:)
Heather! says
I LOVE the Peacock Swingasan and the Neely Bistro set in red!
Emily says
Love the mosaic bottle lantern and the outdoor love seat and chairs.
Frances says
Outdoor cabana rug, and calliope deluxe chair cushions
brandy c says
I like:
Carmelo Melamine Dinnerware – Orange
and
Stackable Acrylic Goblet Set
danielle Marie says
the swingisan circles and the santa barbara armchair in white
Erica C. says
I like the Montclair Collection and the Swingasan!
Julie says
Love the mason jar drink dispenser!
Karen Drake says
I like the Spice Calliope Jute Trim Pillow and the Spice Alona Rug.
Mary A says
I’d like the Catalina Cove rug and an ottoman from any collection.
Kate says
I love the rania cocktail table and the ceramic birdbath!
jules m. says
I like the Party Pack Paper Lanterns Set – 8″ and the Sunny Floral Melamine Dinnerware
Kristin F says
I need a Swingasan chair or double Swingasan.
McKim says
I like the Santa Barbara Rocker and the Santa Barbara Ottoman.
Jim says
The Swingasan® – Mocha and Papasan Outdoor Chair Frame – Light Brown both look rather comfy.
Angie says
I browsed the lanterns and I loved the Newport Lanterns and the around Wooden Lantern for my nautical sunroom!
Jessamine D. says
I would love to have a patio umbrella to keep the sun away. 🙂
Chelsea B. says
I love the Pier 1 swinging outdoor chairs that hang. Of course if you give a girl a chair like that she is going to need some cozy cushions. Pier 1 has the most eye catching semi boho patterns for their fabric. I love it.
carol says
would love the entire watermelon collection
Mihaela Day says
I love the Swingasan Chair AND the Santa Barbara Rocker
Rebecca Lock says
I like the mini jeweled lanterns and the faux croc trays.
Stephanie Galbraith says
I love the Ciudad Deluxe Seating Collection.
Kristina Faricelli says
1. Carmelo Melamine Dinnerware – It’s so gorgeous, hard to believe it’s Melamine!
2. Turquoise & Amalie Folding Bench – Vintage looking and added bonus is it folds up for storage!
Vicki Wurgler says
I picked the Catalina Cove YoYo Braid Rug – Round
Kim Smith says
I love the Cabana Fiesta Stripe Rugs
Linda Poplees says
I love the rania serving cart and the mini jeweled lanterns. Actually I love everything at Pier 1!
Denise C says
I’d love to get the Santa Barbara light brown serving cart and the butterfly rug. Thanks!
Kirsten says
I love the Fairies & Bells Windchime
Jennifer says
Ciudad Corner Chair – White
and
Citronella Sizzlewick™ Candle – Yellow
Leann Lindeman says
Beaded sun and bells windchimes and outdoor led candles with timer.
Candice says
I like the Rania Table – Blue and the Carmelo Melamine Dinnerware – Indigo.
Tandi says
Would love the Whimsical Garden Hammock and the some of the lanterns. Love them!!!
Anna says
I like the White Jeweled Lantern and Double Swingasan
Eugenia Hall says
I love the Beehive Drink Dispenser, the Summer Quench Acrylic Pitcher and the matching goblets.
Breanne says
I like the Sea Horse & Jewels Windchime
Candie L says
I like the Carson Lanterns. Thank you
Leah B says
The peacock Swingasan would be a comfy spot to read outdoors along with the dragonfly wind chime.
Brooke Adametz says
I love the santa barara serving cart and the neely bistro set!
Janice Crespo says
I love their Mini Jeweled Lantern in Blue and their Whimsical Garden Hammock – they would be great to have!
heather s says
Embossed Garden Stool , Meridian Melamine Dinnerware – Blue are both nice
susan smoaks says
i like the lemon outdoor geometric pillow
Pam Hoffman says
I love the colorful outdoor lanterns!
Denise Donaldson says
I like the Ciudad Loveseat – Mocha
Bryan E. says
Thanks for the giveaway… we like the Cobalt Rim Pitcher
Sand says
I like the Marine Blue Umbrellas.