Beach Chic Aqua Farm Style Bench
It’s here… It’s finally here!
It’s Day One of the Great Spring’tacular Link Party
and It’s My First Ever Copy Cat Entry. Eek!
I think I am more of a free~flowing decorator…
ideas come to me and I usually fiddle around until I like something, then call it done.
Decorating with the intent purpose of recreating something was a challenge for me.
With the added handicap of having
BIG ~ FAT ~ ZERO ~ $$$’s
to complete this task.
I happened to be surfing around pinterest when the cutest bench caught my eye. It is no surprise I liked it, since I practically have it’s twin!
Well!
It was my lucky day.
I thought that it was so fresh and pretty and I even liked the driftwood candle holder.
I live on the coast, this will be a snap.
Nope.
It’s then that I remember you are not supposed to remove things from the beach.
No biggie, I have a second idea.
I’ll get a large branch and Jim will hollow out the candle holder spots for me.
It’ll just be a little less beachy and a little more woodsy but that’s okay!
It’ll just be a little less beachy and a little more woodsy but that’s okay!
Nope.
We looked all over our property and we could not find the right shape or the right size.
Third time’s a charm, right?
I remembered I still had the white stick
I used to make that candy cane hanger at Christmastime.
I used to make that candy cane hanger at Christmastime.
Maybe that will work???
It’s a little less wood and a little more candle… but it’s Fresh & Springy!
And remember, I did not spend any money. Not a dime.
I think the floating candles add whimsy and this would be something very easy to re-create with simple votive holders, glass dishes and jars.
Nothing too fancy, but pretty and fun.
I would definitely do this again for a tea party, shower or Easter Brunch.
Again, here is the inspiration piece side-by-side with my version.
Happy Spring
I’m Linking Up At Debbiedoo’s RIGHT HERE for the copy cat party.
Hope you come by and join in!
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Cynthia says
Great job I will be there for the Mantel and Tablescape party.
sabrymagic says
Ciao cara,mi piace la tua creazione…..
Poi le candele galleggianti sono stupende;D
Io le uso d’estate in giardino;)
Felice giornata
Baci
Sabry!!
Farah says
Hi Shannon…. Copy kat with creativity…. I really love the project you copied … such fresh colours and beautiful job of copy kat… really looks wonderful…
By the way I never knew that you have a blog…(sorry for my ignorance)Now I am your newest follower …. and on linky too…
Hope you will enjoy a visit at
http://craftaworld.blogspot.com/
With love
Farah
Pat says
Beautiful copycat! I love your floating candles.
I hope to join you for the Mantel party.
~ Laura says
That is a lovely recreation!! I think copying is often copying the feel of the original with our own personal spin and I think you did a beautiful Fox Hollow version!! 🙂
Grandma Barb's This and That says
You did a great job on your copycat. Isn’t it fun to get something great looking without spending any money.
Sugarr2518 says
This is just extra Springy:) I love the addition of the white branch! I really like your pillows on your couch too!!!!
Shelia says
I love it. How sweet is this! You did a great job on your copy cat. That little blue bench/table is adorable.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
bj says
OOO, you did one heck of a great copy cat, here. I LOVE IT. You really nailed this one.
Isn’t this such a fun link party…my favorite.
I didn’t spend money either….never do. I had my vase of flowers a week before I did the shoot.
I am working on my mantel as we speak..see ya tomorrow evening. fun fun fun
xoxo bj
Something Nice and Pretty says
Love the bench and the pink floating candles, great job on it!
Jessica @ Stay at Home-ista says
beachy and woodsy!
Laura says
Great job, Lilo! Me… I would have said the heck with the law and stolen some driftwood (Oh wait, I did that a few years ago… ANYHOO….). Its absolutely fantastic. If you hear a few bumps in the nights, no worries, its just me stealing that bench and all the beautiful goodies on top of it. 🙂 LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it! Great job, girlfriend! 🙂
art is beauty says
It looks amazing as usual! I love the glass jars with the water..gives it a MORE beachy feel!
Great job copy cat!
Hugs,
Karin
Pam - diy Design Fanatic says
Great job Shannon! Your bench looks great. I love the color of it and the candles are perfect! Creativity without spending a dime! I did the same 🙂
Sweet Bee Cottage says
Happy Spring to you! Your version is quite charming!