How we decorated the jungle hut, or more appropriately jungle verandah this year hadn't changed much at all from last year. A few items were moved about to different places and that it when it came to those few changes.
However, much I liked how I felt about the garden a few weeks ago I thought it was looking relatively sparse. The space was fine by us as it made it easier to move around as we do use the space a lot but when it came to taking photos of the space it needed more 'oomph'.
Especially as we are expecting gardening visitors over the next few weeks to see the garden and we assume that they will want to take photos it, jungle verandah included. So after thinking about it we decided the space could do with some extra stage dressing. So a quick trip to the shops was undertaken and also a few items that were waiting in the wings up in the attic were taken down and utilised to help spice up the space.
Let me show you what it is looking like at the moment and what subtle (and temporary) changes that were made...
We use the table to put drinks on so normally it only has the square plate of candles on it. But for the sake of stage dressing I temporarily added the three lotus vases that normally lives in the koi shed, a parrot, and a pineapple urn.
This parrot has been here since last year, just moved to a different spot.
A few views from within.
This candlestick is new.
The straw hats were some of the old ones resurrected from the attic.
Now a few more shots of the interior of the jungle verandah.
Once the series of planned visits are over we may decongest the jungle hut to how it was before. Or maybe not. I quite like it with the extra props. We'll just have to adjust around them.
Mark :-)
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It's all looking very tropical. I can feel the temperature rising just looking at it! Great place to relax.
ReplyDeleteI'm liking the extra colours myself Jessica! Thanks :)
DeleteLove the parrots. And the pitchers.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear that Jean :)
DeleteDear Mark, the jungle hut veranda certainly looks very tropical with all the new accessories! The longer I garden the more I value the use of accessories, especially in a small garden, as it brings color into the space at times when not so much is blooming and helps to create a certain mood. I just wonder in your case is the jungle hut so sheltered that you can keep the jars and picture frames on the railings after the photo shoot? I would assume that the wind will easily blow them down and break things. Oooh, I almost forgot to say that I love, love, love the lotus vases!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the summer days!
Christina
Thanks Christina :) it's not sheltered enough I'm afraid to keep the picture frames there permanently, the wooden backing will warp.
DeleteYou've really given your visitors a feast to photograph. Only one thing missing - the very photogenic Twinkles.
ReplyDeleteAhww glad you mentioned her :) she had her moments, just forgot to include her pics!
DeleteIs there still room for people to sit? I like the view from within looking out into the garden. Is that a circle of Begonias under a Nolina in that big pot?
ReplyDeleteThere's still room Alison, just have to remove some of the bits first ;) it's a Cordyline with bedding begonias at the base.
DeleteJolts of bright color fit right in with the holiday feel associated with the late stages of summer. I love the hanging candleholders, the candlestick and the straw hats. An alligator on the steps might be a nice touch but then maybe the cats would be displeased.
ReplyDeleteAn alligator would be nice Kris :) now if only I could find one of a good size and price...
DeleteI love your styling of the hut! The bright pops of colour are super, your visitors won't want to go home and I think you may attract more visitors wanting to do photo shoots in your hut.
ReplyDeleteMaybe move a couple of things off the table so there is room to put the mojitos.
Thanks Celia :) will certainly decongest the table once the visits are done, must make room for those drinks!
DeleteI'm fond of having lots of interesting things to look at so your makeover appeals to me! Fun!
ReplyDeleteKindred spirits we are Peter :)
DeleteIt is so colorful!!! you both must have the best times sitting there and enjoying life :)
ReplyDeleteIt's a relaxing space Lisa, love spending time in it :)
DeleteFun accessorizing, the frames are cool and I really think the gardening hats are a great touch! Enjoy all your visitors : )
ReplyDeleteThanks Lurin and will do :)
Deletenow that is what I call Party Central!
ReplyDeleteI like the sound of that Denise!!
DeleteAnd voilà , the jungle hut is ready for its magazine shoot! If you lived in the U.S., you'd be featured in Sunset Magazine.
ReplyDeleteThat would have been nice Gerhard :)
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