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August 3, 2016 By Melinda McCoy 11 Comments

Beautiful Backyard Blogger Series

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Thank you to my friend Stefanie from Brooklyn Limestone for asking me to participate in her Beautiful Backyard Blogger Series. Having been a long time admirer of her work, it is a true honor for me to take part. TakeItOutsideGraphic

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I think of our backyard as another room in our home.  A room where I want a timeless and relaxed feel that is consistent with the other spaces throughout the house. I have discovered that when you understand how you want your home to feel, their are basic design elements that will communicate that message consistently. As a result, making design decisions for your home becomes a little easier.

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Once I knew and understood the color palette, patterns, and finishes that would portray a timeless feeling best, I became confident in what to choose for our home whether the space was inside or outside.  I thought others may benefit from a simple guide showing how I create this feeling, so I built a FREE “Timeless Feeling Design Plan” to help get you started. This design plan is a small sample of what I teach in my online course, “Creating  a Timeless Feeling Home” that you can register for now here.

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When you keep your outside decisions consistent with the ones you make on the inside, you are able to bring the outdoors in seamlessly. For me, this approach creates a calming and predictable setting which I appreciate and crave. We have a busy household with three young children. By working within a framework, I create a calming retreat my family and I desire. Intuition and your home play a big part, but having a set of guidelines can make it a little easier for you.

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My daughter took this picture while I was taking my own and I absolutely loved her perspective. I had to share!

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Stefanie will be featuring 10 blogger backyards over the course of two weeks, so be sure to stop by her blog for some inspiration!

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Comments

  1. Julie Blanner says

    August 8, 2016 at 1:57 pm

    It’s beautiful! I love how collected and effortless it feels.

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    • Melinda McCoy says

      August 9, 2016 at 1:15 pm

      That means a lot coming from you Julie! Thank you for your support my friend!

      Reply
  2. Betty says

    August 3, 2016 at 11:08 pm

    How do I access the Free Timeless Feeling Design Plan? I don’t think the link is working. Thanks.

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    • Melinda McCoy says

      August 4, 2016 at 1:52 pm

      Hello Betty!

      The plan is almost complete! If you have subscribed to my website then I will be personally emailing it to you very soon! I hope you find something of value in the piece.

      Take care, Melinda

      Reply
  3. Sherry says

    August 3, 2016 at 4:06 pm

    Beautiful, calming, peaceful! Your home is inviting inside and out. Perfect oasis, classic and timeless. I relish each post. Thank you.

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  4. Jen @ RamblingRenovators says

    August 3, 2016 at 3:21 pm

    A thoughtful approach to creating an outdoor space and a home! Your backyard looks warm and welcoming.

    Reply
  5. Calypso in the Country says

    August 3, 2016 at 1:38 pm

    You have a gorgeous backyard! I love how peaceful it feels. It really works so well with the indoor of your lovely home!
    Shelley

    Reply
  6. Sammy says

    August 3, 2016 at 1:00 pm

    So, so pretty!

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  7. Suzanne says

    August 3, 2016 at 12:43 pm

    Good morning…new to your site…beautiful….might I ask where you got that butcher block small table in your kitchen.
    Thanks
    Suzanne

    Reply
  8. Tricia says

    August 3, 2016 at 11:30 am

    Absolutely lovely!

    Reply

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