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    4th of July Backyard Bash with #KmartOutdoor !

    June 19, 2012 |

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    We have a huge backyard (on over an acre), but we’re always working on it and never have people over to actually enjoy it! Doug and I said that we’re going to have lots of family parties this summer, so why not start with the 4th of July? We’re starting a tradition!

    We needed some patio furniture to create a party area where we could relax with family and friends. I checked out Kmart’s website and sure enough, they had what I was looking for. We packed up the kids and headed to Kmart to pick out some patio furniture!

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    They had a great selection and I actually had a really hard time choosing. But I kept coming back to this same set. It looked good, had a durable finish, big comfy cushions, plenty of seating, and a table for all of the food we’d no doubt be snacking on. 😉

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    If you’d like to see more pictures of our shopping trip, check out my Google+ album here.

    Since Doug broke his leg, I was all on my own for this one. Uhhh... could I do it? I posted the question on facebook and instagram and had you guys cheering me on every step of the way!

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    Three hours later, my little 4th of July party was ready to go. 🙂

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    I packed a little picnic lunch: sweet tea, red cherries, white fruit dip, and blue blueberries!

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    uhh, no one will mind if I sneak one, right?

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    I love the backs of these chairs! They are so solid and sturdy.

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    I made navy blue gingham pillows for the holiday, and the pinwheels and flags add a hint of patriotic décor when the kids aren’t playing with them! 😉

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    Let’s sit back, kick our feet up, and HANG OUT! You’re all invited. Every last one of you. 😉

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    Kmart had a ton of great patio furniture to choose from, both dining sets and relaxing sets like mine. Click the image below to view their outdoor living catalog and find which site is right for you!

     

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    Of course you can also check Kmart out on facebook, on twitter, on their Shop Your Way Rewards twitter page. You can also find Kmart’s Weekly Deals here, and their Outdoor Living deals here!

    Some of the special deals they have going on this week are:

    • 50% off a beautiful Jaclyn Smith 7-pc dining set
    • Save $70 on a Kenmore 4-burner gas grill with side burner
      • Patio need sprucing up for Father's Day? 30% off all patio cushions and umbrellas
      • Shop Your Way Rewards w/a member price of $199.99 on a brand new Kenmore patio grill

    How does your family celebrate the 4th of July?

    Do you have any family traditions?

    Don’t forget, you’re aaaall invited! 😉

     

    I am a member of the Collective Bias™ Social Fabric® Community.  This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias™ and Kmart  #CBias #SocialFabric All opinions are my own!

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    Comments

    1. katie

      June 25, 2012 at 3:15 pm

      LOVE your new patio set! We typically celebrate 4th of July with my inlaws since its my FIL birthday on the 4th... and then after that Mr. W and I head to the beach for a few days to spend with friends!

    2. Laura / Pet Scribbles

      June 20, 2012 at 3:10 pm

      Love the set you purchased! And you're right - Kmart had so many great sets to choose from: we ended up getting a "Country Living" seating set in the dark brown wicker to match our patio. We love it! (But I was eyeing the set you chose too...because I love that color combo!)

    3. Summer

      June 19, 2012 at 7:34 pm

      Looks great! I really need to get me some new patio furniture.

    4. Diana

      June 19, 2012 at 4:32 pm

      Hey Ann, question for you, since you have 3 little ones! 🙂 A friend of mine just gave me 2 big bags of baby clothes. After I accepted, she added that she wants it all back when I'm done with them. This is new to me. I'm used to people just giving us clothes and not asking for it back. What is your take on this? It just makes me a bit nervous to have to return it all, especially since little ones can be tough on clothes!

    5. Steph @ The Silly Pearl

      June 19, 2012 at 4:31 pm

      Great choice, Ann! Love the tray and the pillows...everything is so festive!

    6. Lori

      June 19, 2012 at 4:26 pm

      Looks good! Do you need to remove the cushions for when it's rainy? Just curious! 🙂

    7. Megan

      June 19, 2012 at 3:43 pm

      You are amazing! I cannot believe you did that ALL by yourself. What great pieces for lounging and enjoying a lovely summer day. Can't wait to try them out ;)!

    8. Linette

      June 19, 2012 at 2:02 pm

      I love that green patio set! We looked at it the other day too. It was one of my favorites!

    9. Laura Andry

      June 19, 2012 at 1:20 pm

      We just bought a new grill and now need to start looking for some new patio furniture as well. I did not think to look at KMart. Thanks for sharing your shopping excursion.

    10. Danielle @ We Have It All

      June 19, 2012 at 11:51 am

      Oh I love that set you picked out! It looks so comfy. I do really like that backs too. And even though I've seen pics of your backyard - I STILL always say "wow, she's got a HUGE backyard!" haha.

    11. Emily

      June 19, 2012 at 3:16 am

      Looks great! I love the backs of the chairs as well.

    12. Tonia @The Gunny Sack

      June 19, 2012 at 6:08 am

      Looks great! I love the set you chose. I don't have a patio but I could see this set in my yard.

    13. Shell Fruscione

      June 19, 2012 at 5:42 am

      That set is SO cute!! &It actually reminds me of you so I think you made a great choice. &Great job doing it by yourself!!!

    14. Sharon @ Parents of a Dozen

      June 19, 2012 at 3:15 am

      Ann,
      I am so excited and can't wait to sit and relax with you on your new set.

    15. Elisabeth

      June 19, 2012 at 2:07 am

      Ann, I love the set it look so sharp! You did a great job picking it out. I can't wait to see it in person.

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