Small Space Makeover | From Forgotten to Treasured 💕
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- Опубликовано: 30 сен 2024
- This weekend we embarked on an epic journey transforming a forgotten, neglected patio into a treasured oasis. Come with us each step of the way… from massive blackberry and ivy removal to all the finishing touches! Whether you’re tackling your own small space or simply love a good makeover, this video is for you.
Wishing you a day filled with joy and gratitude,
Kate
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Dear, Dear Kate, I am in tears (and that is a good thing and doesn't happen vey often). I, too, am spiffing up a tiny lttle area that used to be a dog run on the back side of our little ranch house. Modest investment of some 16 x16" pavers on the outer rim to make it a wee bit bigger, and some paint for a tired little bench my brother made for me. I was feeling a little embarrassed about the result but now I am holding onto "Do the best you can do." I'm handicapped. I can't do heavy lifting like I used to. This is enough. Bless you my dear. Bless your dear Dad.
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Anne, I am over here cheering you on! You have painted a bench, added some pavers (which are NOT light) and have made your corner of the world more beautiful and connected. That is no small feat. You have done something beautiful today and I’m proud of you. Thank you for being with me and my dad in spirit. ☺️
Thank you Kate for reminding me to sit down and appreciate what I have accomplished so far. We are ripping out wild elderberries, wild roses, wild raspberries out of a long untended garden we inherited from previous owners. I just decided to focus on how far we have come not on what is left to do.
P.S. Have you considered painting the concrete under the window to match your siding. You wouldn’t even notice the irritation hoses then.
@annelarson160 Good for you! 🎉 I’m a single small framed, older woman. My back garden needed done. I couldn’t afford to pay. I spent three weeks absolutely gutting it. Got completely out of my depth more than once. Spent as little money as possible. Is it perfect? No! Do I love it? Yes! Every time I sit out or look out I feel so proud. So should you! I keep going out and doing other little jobs as I have the time and money. It improves all the time and the incentive is there to carry on. You did great. Be proud of yourself.❤
Love your attitude it has transformed me😊
When you started talking about the patio and the Adirondack chair being the best you can do, made me tear up. Thank you for saying that. I often feel the pressure to go big and grand when I watch some other gardening RUclipsrs. Your video made me realize that I should be proud of what I have accomplished so far in the garden...even the patio paver that I put in last year that isn't perfectly level. I did it all by myself and I am proud of that and I love it! 🥹🥰
I am glad I read your post because I need to do as you state. I should be happy be happy for what I have accomplished. My flowers were kinda’ doing okay, but my mom passed away after 5 was hospital stay, hospice and the services. I spent so much time weeding the flower beds and was two steps behind all summer. We had vacation, disabled husband didn’t water things and. been so discouraged. However I chose to think this - I’ve kept the bottom down hill of lot mowed and have for 10 years! It was the best I could do
This video, and your power-washing deep thoughts, is just one more reason that I am grateful to have you here on this platform. 💕
I appreciate that so much. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I’m so happy to be here. 💞
This is one of the best gardening videos ever! Thank you for acknowledging what so many of us struggle with…waiting for perfection instead of embracing what is….”this my best right now”. In addition to sharing your wisdom you are such a great teacher of design. Expressing your thought process as you are designing is so helpful to me. Thank you for taking the time to enrich the gardening world.🌸😀
Pat, thank you thank you thank you. It takes courage to share the “less than perfect” let alone the HOT MESS parts of my garden, but every time I show up with honesty and integrity, I’m met by all of you wonderful people who welcome me with open arms. Thank you for being here! Your comment really touched me. 💕
This is such a great video. I think you can tell from the comments that you are touching hearts. I went through a divorce and had to sell my dream home last year. It was really a once in a lifetime home in all ways-gardens, pond, orchard, chickens, horses. I’m starting over in a builder home with a small yard and not a lot of money. I bought some decomposed granite, made myself a little patio, bought some furniture and at first all I could think about was what I had lost, what used to be. But today I sat out there and enjoyed it, realized how beautiful it was and I did it myself. A neighbor said they loved it because it looked like a little beach. It’s the best I can do now and I’m grateful.
I love your sentiment of doing the best we can with the space we have. ❤️
Thank you so much Kate. ❤ "Do the best you can do." Many days, I wake up and am so tired and dragging. To hear you say those words gave me hope, and I told myself that I may not get much done today but it's the best I can do and that is ok. I really appreciate your thoughtfulness and sensitivity so much.❤
You are so welcome. Deborah, today (and always!) you are enough and I am celebrating the steps you take today to just move one step forward. I am cheering you on. Always. 🌸
My 92yo aunt aims to do three things each day. I try to follow her goal.
I have done my gardening at several homes throughout my life and they were all rentals and my budget! My first try years ago for walls and privacy I used old fence paneling and tied it to a broken chain link fence with barbed wire! It had a trumpet vine that was “borrowed” from the neighbors fence! lol. Then each payday I bought 4 square pavers, leveled the ground and placed them like your little patio until it was about your size! It was all the room I had and it took me months to get it done! I made an arbor from cedar posts on the property and planted honeysuckle around it! I put a small table with 4 chairs and my girlfriends used to love and come to have a drink, talk and laugh! One of my favorite memories! ❤❤💐🌺
I love this so much! 😍 The beauty of pushing forward inch by inch. It sounds magical! ✨
Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear" I’m sure that your father is by your side. You always do such a nice thing and you are relaxed
Thank you Kate for putting life into perspective. With zero experience or knowledge I started mytherapeutic adventure of landscaping my tiny yard. Health conditions has prevented me from getting a lot done in my yard this year, so hearing your sweet words of wisdom brought tears to my eyes and a salve to my soul.
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This is the first video I have watched of your by yourself. I have watched you with Janey. Thank you so much for being down to earth. And remembering every one does not have sponsors and thousands of dollars to burn on gardens . I have pretty nice gardens but have been working on them for 20 years. And I am proud of them. Family and friends come to see my flowers every year. The person who made your patio was probably so proud of it and I am glad you realized it! Again Thank you I am sure you are going to make it gorgeous again and just think if the person who did it first is watching!!!!😊
Deep thoughts with Kate💚 you are magic and those words were EXACTLY what I needed to hear. Thank you for being such a amazing human and sharing all of this with us!
We could all benefit an attitude of gratitude. The world is a better place because of her!
I said in another comment that I hesitated for a split second before recording that reflection. But it came from so deep in my heart and knew someone out there needed to hear it. I’m so grateful to have you here. 💞
14:24 I haven’t even finished watching this video, and I was so moved I had to come and comment before continuing on. First, I was nodding and thinking I can totally relate in regard to powerful thoughts moving through when doing tasks, such as pressure washing, that don’t require a whole lot of thought to do. I was so touched when you honored the person that created the patio in the first place. A lightbulb when on when I thought how, as a recovering perfectionist, I find so much more peace and progress in creating within my abilities and limitations, learning from failures and surprise wins, and growing joy and gratitude in the process that I ever got from striving for perfection. I thought about how I can only hope that others can sense the heart and soul I put into my humble garden and see it as an extension of myself. I was so moved when you shared your powerful message of waking up with gratitude and doing the best you can do today and being ok with it. Apparently my soul needed this affirmation because tears welled up in my eyes and my heart swelled. Thank you so much for sharing. 💞 Now, on to watching the rest of the video. ☺️
Your words are giving me life. 💕 I wasn’t sure for a moment if my pressure washing reflections would land, but I was so moved in the moment, I decided to follow my heart and just share. I’m so glad they have connected with you. And I can’t tell you how much I’m smiling at my new patio space and your comment. Thank you for being with me today. ✨
You have some wise words regarding making a space that someone else created into something really special. And as usual, your videos hits home as if you knew what was going on in my mind. I just spoke with a friend who just purchased a home for herself and her dog. She told me how she never uses her back yard as it is just an empty square with no privacy. I am stopping by tomorrow to help her envision how it can become her private sanctuary. And I will forward this video to her. It couldn’t come at a more perfect time❤. Thank you.
This is what I love about you and your channel… you are a designer and have the ability to tear things up and build something brand new. But you are so humble and talented and what you’ve done to the patio is perfect. It’s so meaningful and well thought out. I am an interior designer by trade and I just love how you approach your projects. You always speak my language and remind me to be easy with myself and others. Thank you Kate for this video- I hope you get lots and f enjoyment there reflecting on your journey and the knowledge that you have reminded us all to do the best we can!!!
I really want to thank you for this video.
Money is really tight for us right now so I’m not feeling like I can go buy new plants or a new trellis that I have in my vision, BUT I can take time to take joy in what I DO have. My garden is producing vegetables that I’m able to eat and also share. My flowers are blooming and make me happy to see but also bring color to the garden and I’m picking small bouquets to take to the office to bring joy there.
I am physically able to go pick apricots from neighbors loaded trees and share with many including four boxes this morning that I dropped to the food pantry.
I have a yard many would love to have and I need to give myself grace and say to myself that I’m going the best I can.
Thank you for your thoughts today!
Money is tight for us too. Last year I had four huge pots from a yard sale, on my deck with tomato plants.(the cost to yield ratio was even, so I didn’t want to bother this year.) However,I had these attractive pots with store bought (gasp) potting soil,so I asked my sister for some random things from her back woods. She gave me the “fillers and spillers” and then said to buy some pink petunias to be the “thrillers”. In the meantime,one of the pots sprouted four volunteer grape tomato plants and some pink petunias from last year. I transferred the petunias to the other pots and I have four nice,full,attractive pots,FOR FREE. It reminded me that I have a large Hosta bed that needs to be thinned so I will offer some to a young couple I know, who just purchased their first home and landscaping is not in the budget this year. It never hurts to ask a friend with an established yard and garden if they have things to thin out and share.🤷🏼♀️🙌🏻
My deepest sympathies on the loss of your father, although remember that he really will always be with you. I lost three loved ones recently, and have been struggling with the grief. Although I have some physical limitations, I have been finding my garden-in-the-making to be a healing place, and I am so grateful for that. Thank you for this beautiful video, and sharing your story with us. You have clearly touched a lot of souls. ♥💐
Dear Kate..throughout your video you touched my heart with your words of encouragement and kindness and then at the end when you became emotional, I too, teared up..over the last three years I lost my dear sister and mama and this was a healing grace today..just perfect.God bless you and enjoy your beautiful space❤️
I appreciate the moment you took to think about the people who put in the patio and appreciating how that was the best that they could do. I am one of those people slowly improving my home with no budget, through repurposing, recycling, and sweat equity. I just took out the front grass hill by the sidewalk and replaced it with a decorative rock wall and flower garden completely for free. Did all the labor myself and sourced the stones from a local property who was having them removed and I saved them from the dump. Took 2 months on my days off and working in the rain. But I'm so happy with the result!
Well done, friend. After this past weekend’s tours, I’m even more inspired to repurpose and renew other items around the garden… there is so much creativity in what we can do with found objects!
Ahhh Kate, gardening is very healing. Be kind and patient and give yourself the grace to grieve the loss of your Dad. You’ve created a very peaceful and calming space to relax and reflect. Sending love and hugs your way.
You are my Soul Sister!
You had me 😢😢😢 as soon as you said you were in deep thought while pressure washing, 😂😂😂😂
I do the same,
I start washing my concrete jungle, or while tending to my little garden or while doing some painting touch ups & my brain goes all sentimental.
I think about the past owner of my home, and how excited they must have been when they built or bought this house.
I think of my Mom and how she would of loved to have what I have today, but I’m grateful that she gets to see what her sacrifices have done for me and that I still have her with me and get to share blessings with her!
I’m so happy that you shared this today, I thought I was way too tender-hearted, and needed to be put on meditation lol!
Thank You for making me feel normal with my/our thought process.
And yes it’s okay to have a plastic garden chairs!
I took some old teal colored ones and sprayed paint them Gray and threw some adorable pillows from Home Goods on them and they are looking Fab!
and I couldn’t afford to replace my fence so I threw some black paint on them and now they look amazing! “I don’t need a new fence No More” 😘
And regarding Garden size,
my garden it may not be big & fancy, but it the most beautiful little cottage garden ever. So many people walk by my house and tell me they loved what I did and how beautiful my little garden looks, 2 people told me it looks so “Zen” GIRL!!!
I live NYC! “ZEN” is the biggest compliment anyone could ever give me!
fyi: most of my plants I grew from seeds using the winter sowing method! “Milk Jugs” 😘
Plants are gorgeous, but they is no prouder feeling in your Garden when the most beautiful plants are the plants you grew yourself from seed!
Again thank you for sharing your thoughts and to everyone reading this YES!!!!
Yours Best is Good Enough!!!! XOXOXO
Lucy…. My pressure-washing-meditation friend… thank you for watching and affirming that these moments of reflection are important to vocalize. For a split second I hesitated recording these thoughts. But then I thought of the person that needed to hear an encouraging word. And I thought how by allowing me to speak my truth (that this is more than just a pretty patio) that it opens the door for others to speak their truth. Please say “hello” to your NYC Zen Garden. THAT is an incredible compliment and reflection of the gardener you are. Bravo, friend. 💞
@@HelloGarden Goosebumps 🥰🥰🥰🥰
I just listened to your thoughts at the end of day 1 and you're so right. No matter how small or insignificant your little patch of happiness may be, just appreciate that you have it because so many people have nothing to call their own, no little patch where they can feel safe and happy. Thank you for the words of wisdom. I love the simplicity of your finished project and the plants were inspired!
The motto that I live by is, "Don't quit until you're proud." Most of us must live within our means and do not have unlimited budgets, but you can still do your best with what you have.
I love how thoughtful you are and that you share it. Its good to remind a gardener to sit in and enjoy your space. 😊❤
Thank you for your encouragement for those who dont have a lot, but can do a little to make things better.
You are so very welcome. We all have our seasons and sometimes I feel like limitations on resources amplify my creativity! It’s quite fun. 😊
Hello neighbor!! Many thanks for the reminder to start each day with a grateful heart. We have lived in our home for 50 years and our yard has gone through many changes (both major and small). This summer I have found a deep satisfaction in our newly reseeded lawn and beautiful pots on the large patio. I see so many lovely things outside and hear bird song to brighten the day. Your patio turned out perfect. Love the choice of containers and plants. Enjoy the view!!
Loved the longer video! Sorry for the loss of your Dad. We do take for granted the time we have with our parents! My Dad is 80 and has had a lot of health issues in past couple month, it’s hard to see the frailty to someone who was strong. So counting my blessings each day I have time with my parents!
Oh I’m so glad! It’s quite the gamble posting an epic video like this. Cherish those moments with your dad. Frailty and health issues are so hard… but if you can really sit in each moment… allow yourself to stop and just “be” with him… it becomes precious. 💞
WOW! What an amazing transformation! You are an inspiration, Being happy with what you have or can reasonably do is such an important message in this "get more" world. Well done Kate~
I appreciate how you walked people through making design decisions! I was especially touched when you spoke about grieving, to which I’d like to offer you, my condolences, and my appreciation for that level of consideration as well. That is a journey I have taken, myself! The patio came out very nicely, and I hope that you find peace in your little away from the rush of the outside world!
I sincerely hope I can be an honest voice online and encourage others to dive into their own personal experience of gardening. For me, it’s been therapy and beauty and loads of self expression. Sending you much love and peace. 💞
Thank you, we all need to here this from time to time.. You're doing an amazing job!! ❤❤
Your videos are so inspiring. I love how you give yourself and the viewer grace. Keep on Kate, your father would be so proud of you, I am sure. Love the small space you created. I feel like I am visiting with a friend when I watch your videos. ❤
Great video! You can stain the concrete foundation with a oil base stain a dark color matching your siding so easily. Laura on gardening answers even stains her water fountains. So for very little $ you can have concrete items totally transform.
However painting concrete with latex paint can be a nightmare as it flakes off. 🙄 because it traps moisture.
Enjoy your special space!
You brought so much heart to this space, Kate. The memories of your Dad, the beautiful cut flower garden and those gorgeous moody planters--it all came together wonderfully. I can imagine you sitting there, drinking tea or coffee, contemplating life and gardening, and giving yourself the gift of quiet respite and reflection.
Aww, Jagoda. You show up here with encouragement time and time again and I am SO grateful for you. I can’t wait to see everything fill in and I will also update you on the view as well. 💞
Loved the video, shows what can be done in a small space and great ideas with container design, was with you saying"yes" no and loved what u did. The only thinq I think the color of the chairs take over, maybe a stain or change of color?
It looks so beautiful! Your Dad would love it!
That’s such a small space! How you managed to fill it with color and texture and interest without making it feel claustrophobic is a feat! Well done. 🎉
Thank you so much. The overwhelm and over-design of a space is real. I could’ve added lights, a rug, more decor, etc… but I think simplicity here was where I really wanted to land. Of course, evolution is inevitable, but it’s been such a great space for us so far.
I think the tiniest space can have magic and energy with love and vision. You obviously have both. The plantings turned out lovely. The chairs are so interesting and unique. My only suggestion ... I would paint everything below the window the same charcoal as the shingles. I tiny fire pit in front the two chairs would be so cozy in the evening. What a satisfying project. Looks beautiful.
I totally agree! There is a lot of magic in the smallest of spaces. And I totally agree… and now I’m looking a fire bowls. 🤣
Howdy neighbor, Excellent makeover with those pots. Beautifully done. Love your cut flower garden and you are able to reconnect with it. I lost Momma last year day before Mother's Day/& my birthday. I was unable to do anything, as my grief crippled me. We moved into her house, but i couldn't get into the garden.
I was able to venture out, slowly, this year and back into the gardens we worked for over 40 years together here in Lakewood. Grief is a fickle beast indeed. I'm so glad you are able to see your cut flower space and work in it with your father in your heart. Blessings to you from Lakewood. 💛🖤💛
Oh I’m so sorry for your loss. Dad passed the week following Mother’s Day and that holiday has never been the same. Go slow. Grief has no timetable. 💕
Girl, you just made me cry so much. Sometimes that is the best we can do and that’s okay and that’s enough. Improvements are never linear; whether in life or gardening. The weeds come. And even if we can’t take care of them today, maybe we’ll get them later or even appreciate them for the life that they bring in the meantime, even in adverse conditions.
So beautiful!
Great Reno!
Love your eye for texture and color!
Enjoyed this video for many reasons. Sometimes the little things touch our hearts the most. Everyone deserves a small meditation nook.
I’m a new subscriber and you may. ever see this. Gratitude thing you said? I’m in tears because at 70 I’m less able to do things. I have a home, so thankful I have a roof over my life, and know God gives us creativity, right? He is creative and we are made in His image. I often question Him, why do you give us creativity and dreams and but it doesn’t happen? I have lived in the same home for 39 years, dreams for the yard, and it didn’t happen. I still look at it and see sadness. Your video today blessed me. Thank you because I have done the best I could do but I needed these three M things - Muscle Money and Motivation (when there wasn’t the money and strength/muscle
Any baby step you make will always be better than nothing. 🌱 I was feeling a bit down on myself just yesterday wishing I had been able to get further in my cut flower garden, but I’m taking my own guidance and being grateful for every step forward this year.
Love it, Kate!!! What a precious lil area to chill ❤
If you can’t afford new containers but you have some large ones, you can always spray paint them and if they need to be elevated you can use whatever you have on hand..cinderblock, brick, an old log, even another flower pot that is places upside down.
There is so much creativity in this comment! Love it!
First time viewer of your videos and love everything that I have watched. On this video, as everyone said, your view hits home to a lot of us. I’m now a new subscriber to your channel and looking forward to your past videos and new ones coming forward.
Sandra, this means so much to me and is an encouragement to speak the things on my heart. Welcome and thank you for being here! 💕
Dear Kate,not silly at all. Let us be content and find joy where we can.
I watched all this and I’m not normally a fan of this kind of content but I’m now hooked on you. You’re such a beautiful person with talent and wise words.
Lucinda, this was a really meaningful comment and I so appreciate you being here. It’s always a gamble being authentic and open on the internet, but I feel like it’s easier for my people to find me. 😊
What a beautiful transformation ! I feel your grief, I lost my son in 2023. He was an arborist for trees. He would always help me and it is very hard sometimes being outside sometimes, but I try to think of all the wonderful memories in the yard and garden. Love the moody colors that you chose for the containers! So happy you found your quiet space😊🪴👒🪴❤️
Oh Patty. My heart breaks for your loss. It’s so hard to dig back in once you’ve lost your “Project Buddy” (that was my dad too). Please know I am sending you my love as you navigate your own grief and loss. My prayer for you is that one day his memory will bring a smile instead of a tear. It’s what I held on to after losing my dad. 💞
@@HelloGarden awww Kate, that is so sweet of you. Grief is so hard for everyone 😔 including yourself. I have realized that I have a new life, not the one I chose, but I know in my heart ❤️ my son would want me to continue in the garden. Thank you Darlin😘
Thank you. Your thoughts meant alot. Im encouraged to do one thing. Then another etc. I'm glad you power washed. I would have wanted me too
The power washing transformed the space. And you’re welcome… I’m so glad my thoughts were helpful.
I did not expect to cry watching a garden video, but this one stirred the grief of loss and the sting of lack and let me sit with them, honor them, and make peace with them. Thank you, Kate.
(Also, to your comments at 23:29---I'm here for the "super woo.")
I love everything about this video! Thank you for sharing.
You are becoming one of my favorite garden influencers! You have a knack for being on camera! So glad Janey introduced you to the landscape (pun intended).
Wow, nothing is coincidence. Everything is for purpose and for me I truly believe, and have witness that God has every one of us on this earth for a purpose and eternal purpose.
You were day one lesson one was so confirming I had prayed this morning. That guy would direct me in my physical activities of building my little oasis in life. What I mean by that is I live in a tiny house that I’m always working to organize a small space on a small budget. But nothing small when it comes to a full life no matter what your surroundings are. You were so right when you said do the best you can with what you have basically and it is OK. So true because it’s actually better than OK. It’s perfect for you and whatever stage of life you are. Thank you for this.🌻 you are God planted in my life today!
This hit me to my core. I was almost afraid to say something so personal, but I had such a strong tug on my heart to share what I was learning through this process. And I just hoped my words would land where they are meant to. 💞 Thank you for being here and affirming to me that sharing a heart-felt message matters.
Sweet. You know, cleaning the area and trimming the overgrowth doesn’t cost a single dime. It makes such a big improvement. Sometimes that’s all you need to do. You could have pressure washed those plastic Adirondack chairs too. If they are not broken, plastic chairs like that clean up very well. I love your self-watering pots and your generously crammed flowers, but they weren’t really necessary for your lovely spot. You can have a quiet haven without them since you are surrounded by greenery and a nice view. I agree with others who commented about painting your concrete the same dark gray as the house. This is just lovely. Thank you for your tips and your kind thoughts. I hope you enjoy your little patio. 👍
Yes to your entire comment!👌
The pots are lovely but they look crammed in to that space. It needs some shade as well
Oh it has fabulous shade all morning, which is a total treat. And it sounds like you have a different container design style! Everyone loves a little something different.
Thanks for being vulnerable with us today. You worked out all the negatives of this space and turned them into positives! Thank you. Best of all you showed and talked us through each step so now anyone could take this video and use it as a tutorial to transform their own small unused space.
It’s always a gamble putting your heart on the internet. But the upside is that these little messages from deep in my heart always land where they are needed most. Thank you for being here and always supporting me with uplifting comments! It means so very much to me. 💕
I just watched the first 14 1/2 minutes and am inspired for the day. I'm saving the rest of the video for the end of the day. Have a blessed day.
This means so much to me… know I’m sending you a big “thank you” to wherever you are! 🌱
I love your video. Its a reminder to everyone that what you can do today its fine. Your words were special to me, I lost my parents last year and still I dont have the energy that I used to. To hear you help me understand that is part of the process. My garden has been my friend and company during this time. Thanks for your words.
Oh this means a great deal. The energy will come back, but give yourself the grace to just be in this space. There is nothing wrong with a slow season. Just keep putting one foot in front of the other as best you can. 💕
Deep thoughts with Kate. Girl, you made me cry and I didn't expect that this morning. You nailed it!!!! Loving this. I just posted something similar on my new channel. :)
Wow your placement of plants for your pots was amazing. Me, buy pots and put one plant in each, water and hope it grows 😂😂. I’m now sitting on my patio and looking at how disorganised it is. Cluttered and not even close to being coordinated, chaotic actually. I’m now going to remove everything, clean and start fresh. Thanking you for the inspiration. Your special space looks amazing.
This is such an inspiring makeover. Your design acumen is self evident but what really made this special for me is your obvious heart. You’ve created a space that nurtures and comforts and you’ve done it in a way that is attainable for others. Your power-wash deep thoughts choked me up.I love everything about this! 💕💕
Those containers. You knocked it out of the park, again, Kate.
I picked up a couple of those 'Onyx & Pearls' penstemon this year. I went to deadhead them (I've heard they can self-seed prolifically) and was pleasantly surprised to see one was covered in buds.
It's weed season so that has interfered with finishing my containers. Poor plant stash is withering away.
Wow! You thoughtfully created the perfect refuge space. Bravo! Love the plant choices and containers. Hope this space brings you great healing and joy.
This was the first time I have watched your video. Im sorry for your loss. 😢
I’m thinking the chairs would have covered the cost of several cans of spray paint for the Adirondack chairs, can of paint for that wall, thrifted coffee table (painted) a small outdoor rug. Spread the plants out more and if no pot - put them in the ground. Only my opinion.
I so enjoyed your video. I've been a sulky former New England homeowner who lived on 3 acres that bordered a nursery transplant to a condo in North Carolina with a tiny excuse of a yard. I was never a "gardener" becuse I was surrounded by natural beauty and an established landscape. I have finally decided to "bloom where I'm planted." I bought a few planters and plants and am learning as I go. Good thing I'm a perpetual student. I want to know who you are wearing! I want those overalls~
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I love how you connect with your spaces. It’s truly very special and inspiring.
Just a suggestion, maybe paint the wall below the window with the same black paint as the house. I was thinking it would be cool to paint the pavers a checker board look or even stripes! 🤔😘🦋💕🌹
I love those chairs! Perfect for the space. I have a couple suggestions. Add bistro lights and hang a window treatment over ur window. U could use a boho style shower curtain or a drop cloth and make curtains. Just to hang on the sides of the window to make it feel even more cozy. ❤
I just subscribed. You are a gem. Your spirit is blessed. Thank you for sharing your reflections on day one. You helped me 🌟
Thank you for sharing your journey with this space. It came out lovely. This is the first year I saw the green apple verbena and I love it! I have it with a peach and dark purple verbena and I love them altogether.💚
Consider painting the skirt and patio same color as house. We have a navy house and made builder paint the concrete skirt same color so it disappeared. And the guttering. Also I spray paint with paint for plastic old chairs and makes them look brand new.
Love your channel💖
Would you or could you put an outdoor carpet/rug down to soften under feet. Because sometimes when I go out on my back patio, I like to takeoff my flip-flops and just let my feet breathe and I love the feel of my bare feet on the carpet. of the under my feet and I bought mine at Aldi for $39.99 and it lasted for three years outside and it is great.
NB- eucalyptus always grows to a tree- the one that you think won’t- is both frost and drought tolerant-mark my words. Mind it is beautiful as a tree too.
What a lovely, tranquil space you have created! Beautiful!!🇨🇦🌸👏
I felt your dad sitting with you at the end, looking over your cut flower garden. I related to your words about grief and loss of a parent. Lovely space, words, and video. ❤
i haven't had that much fun arranging your planters in forever. oh my, really good. we just don't have the selection like when i lived north of seattle. the back cement wall was driving me nuts. its not quite so bad. sorta matches floor. the pots are it. hope those chairs are comfortable. they do fit the space. i agree, gratitude is major yes. happy for you. well done ;)
Ornamental oregano would be good too…couldn’t find it this year…btw…love your hairstyle today
I grew vinca for the first time this year, mine are white with pink centers, at first I struggled to get a few blooms and all of a sudden it popped and the blooms are so full and covering the entire plant/pot! It’s almost a tropical vibe!
That little spot has such potential! Excited to see what you do. (If you continue that dark grey color down under the windows, it will pull it together.)
I lovvvveeee your little space, and gratitude for what we’ve got and working with what we’ve got is the name of the game, girlfriend! And anyone that doesn’t think power washing a dirt-encrusted patio is inspiring-well, they’re lying. It’s so satisfying. You unearthed a little secret garden. Sincerely, another moody teenager lover (aka Mom) 😂
I know I joke about it, but I love a moody teenager. It’s truly incredible watching a human with all their emotions, thoughts and big feelings emerge into adulthood!
@@HelloGarden my two youngest (out of four) are now 19-literally the last teenagers and they’re still totally moody 😂 but less so (in my opinion) because they’re boys. These days I’m sitting here thinking I don’t know what I would’ve done with my life without my kids. I’m sure something equally amazing but man, it’s a weird thought! 🤗 now I get to enjoy gramma-ing at 46! 💞
Looks great. You (or anyone) can also buy those stretchable screens made from bamboo and faux leaves to hide less desirable features. I used one to disguise my central air unit and the put planters in front. The screen makes the planters look even more lush.
What a beautiful sentiment, appreciating what someone once built and embracing it. I hope years from now someone will do the same with my efforts
I have a multitude of gratitude for your sweet words. Often in life it is the not so pretty things that need a little lovin to begin to emerge into the butterfly they were meant to be. We live in the woods in 5b in a red New England saltbox with a stone wall with a primitive gate. At 82 I still dream and create. I have also learned to repurpose and rearrange shopping right in my own barn. At the end of the day I say thanks for the opportunity to spend time speaking to mother nature and listening to her ideas. You and your channel are a blessing.
Love it exactly what I did with my little space a couple years ago and I do a little more each year have a great 4th of July Kate ❤️🤍💙 🇺🇸
I think you need another mushroom table, or something like it, to put your feet up on, and a little lumbar pillow with strings to tuck between the top of the chair to rest your head on. And then you'll be napping.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts about the patio! I agree! Make today as beautiful and special just where you are! 💚💐
☺️ Thank you friend… I feel like I made something really special this weekend. Thank you for being here!
southern belle meets moody teenager = Scarlett O'Hara fyi.
Wow what a thoughtful video. I so needed this today. Thanks Kate.😊
That's a good deal on those chairs; i bought the same one on Amazon for over $100 a few months ago.
I really appreciate that you include thoughts of people with different abilities.
Well I truly believe a garden is for every body and I selfishly want to garden until my last breath... so it's an exploration of how I can do that!
And budgets!👍🙌🏻👏👌
Ornamental oregano would be good too…couldn’t find it thisbyear
Wondering about the wood burning hot tub from the Northwest Garden Show?😊
A window box might have been good
So many great options I could’ve gone with!
Your best hope is to bring in the goats.
Don’t think I haven’t thought about it. 🤣
Glad I'm not the only one crying. .your a dear!! Love your attitude ❤
Hi Kate 😊 Thank you, thank you, thank you 🙏 I got very emotional at the beginning with your words of encouragement 🥺 My hubby just turned 77, and I am 64 with many health issues that have rendered me handicap. So everything is my ideas and finger pointing, (except I do the potted plants and some watering. Everything is hand watered.) We moved here a little over 1 1/2 years ago (we lived in our little old house 25 yrs. Which had a much larger yard) Against hubby's wishes, 😁 We potted up many of my favorite plants and brought them along. Last spring we had to create beds to put most in. Right now there is no "depth" just little (and large) soldiers with a center circle for my Crepe Myrtle Shrub in the W. back yard. In the front East facing, but, open from South to North, there was an existing Palm and 2 Red Yuccas. We created a bed there against the house, and planted my 2 small Black Diamond Crepe Myrtles (purely purple from old house) each in small round beds out by sidewalk and street. Oh btw I live in zone 9b Texas Gulf Coast, which is VERY humid and hot. 🥵 In the yucca bed we added 5 Red Hot Pokers , and some Dusty Millers. ( on the south side is our MASSIVE 6+ concrete driveway, which puts off so so much heat) On the North side (5ft. Chain link fence with black wind cloth/privacy) back door, is my existing potted plants lined up down the fence Where we sit under a small canopy. Side yard is just 7ft wide. We live on SS soo affording small perennials right now is out of the question. I got soo frustrated because I had hoped this year we could add more depth and texture/color. I got depressed at the situation and wanted to give up, which hubs said no. Weeding is so hard on him, and he wants things in the ground and for me potted is the easiest. So you have helped me to appreciate what we have and where we are at for now, and I cant tell you how you've helped me with your kind encouraging words. 💜🙏💜 Now that you know my life story lol sorry for this long post.. 😕 ANYWAYS... Your zen intimate garden turned out wonderfully. I did notice that you don't tease the roots b4 planting and you kind of "shoved" (unsure if thats the correct the word) plants into potting holes (🤔?) I always heard tease roots when they are pot bound. (?) Any new suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I loved this longer video. And thank you again for sharing along with all your kind words of encouragement. I am so thankful that I found you. Always, Jen 😍
I do sit outside the front door ( 4ft. Patio overhang, on the massive concrete drive 🥵 ) I would love to have more than my planter with Sunpatiens by the front door but, the heat and alot of sun and reflective heat. Thought when able to afford, getting 2 tall topiaries, and hanging some potted flowers like Vinca or Petunias. Don't know what else to do (?) 🤷♀️ I wish I could afford a consultation with you. That would be so awesome. 😊
Turned out beautifully, sending (( hugs)) ❤
You might paint the foundation… where is the grill going. It looks great❤
Thank you for your message about doing the best you can do. 😊
You are very welcome. It’s the message I give myself sometimes too. 💞
This is a beautiful video. Thank you for sharing.
Hi Kate,
First time on your channel. You did a great job designing your plantings and fixin up your space. I know you were working small budget but IMHO your spot lacks something being done with the "flooring ". It needs some kind of color. A small indoor outdoor rug or imitation grass or possibly porch paint or whatever type of paint that's appropriate for whatever your current flooring is made of. To save on cost if there wasn't enough budget to paint the complete space, perhaps creating a pattern of choice where only certian spots were painted, if you didn't go the route of a small rug. Just some thoughts. Thanks for listening.
P.S. I'm in a nursing-rehab facility after a freak accident that resulted in a fall and traumatic head injury, resulting in the inability to walk or sit up completely. I have to admit to being a bit wistful as you were planting out your pots. I could almost smell the fresh, damp, dirt, which is one of my favorite aromas. Thanks for stirring those memories. ❤❤
Wishing you a speedy recovery! And flooring is something I’ve considered but I haven’t found the right thing and don’t want to waste money purchasing something that doesn’t light me up. So with all my spaces, it remains fluid and an evolution!