Transform Mason – Francois et Moi https://francoisetmoi.com Making a Handmade Modern Home one DIY project at a time. Thu, 30 Jun 2016 18:02:39 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://i0.wp.com/francoisetmoi.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Untitled-2-2.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Transform Mason – Francois et Moi https://francoisetmoi.com 32 32 76357554 3 DIY’s for Creating the Perfect Al Fresco Retreat https://francoisetmoi.com/diy/3-diys-for-creating-the-perfect-al-fresco-retreat/ https://francoisetmoi.com/diy/3-diys-for-creating-the-perfect-al-fresco-retreat/#comments Thu, 30 Jun 2016 15:55:58 +0000 http://francoisetmoi.com/?p=14679 With summer OFFICIALLY here, I’ve been taking full advantage of summer evenings in our backyard whenever possible. Whether it’s a simple dinner just Ken and me or hosting a group of friends for a bonfire, if it involves my backyard on a warm summer night, you can bet I’ll be on board! The best, most hangout-worthy outdoor spaces always address three key elements really well: lighting, greenery, and accessories. String lights to candles, lighting is an easy ambiance-creator that can make any space feel magical at night. Greenery (i.e. potted plants and surrounding foliage) helps the space feel lush, relaxed and just plain good to be in. Accessories such as pillows and tabletop accessories provide a human element and bring an added level of comfort to an outdoor space. If you’re looking to turn your backyard or balcony into a feel-good al fresco retreat, then you’ve stopped by the right place! We’ve teamed up with art & craft supplier, Loew-Cornell, to share 3 outdoor DIY projects you can make with simple craft store supplies. From lantern garlands, to mini lattices to citrus-y coasters, we’ve got your outdoor space covered for summer!   MASON JAR LANTERN GARLAND What I LOVE about […]

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