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    Home » DIY Projects

    One Room Challenge: Week 2, The Porch Project Update

    Published: Apr 9, 2015 · Modified: Aug 6, 2022 by Simple Stylings · This post may contain affiliate links · 29 Comments

    Wow, the first week of the ORC always goes SO fast and I never feel like I get much accomplished visually. I did get quite a few shopping items out of the way while my little man was hanging with his YaYa this week!

    If you missed week 1 you can read the post here and this is the inspiration board.

    OB-ORC Porch Project

    Here is the project punch list:

    1. Build Tables (started) and benches, paint chairs

    2. Pressure wash and paint trim and ceiling (next week)

    3. Make curtains and rods (next week)

    4. Stain/paint concrete

    5. Hang pendant and string lights (purchased)

    6. Remove porch rails

    7. Remove bushes in front and replace with new landscaping.

    7. Accessorize and style

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    It doesn't look like much now but here are few of the elements going into the space.

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    Check out this lighting treasure I scored from the Habitat Restore this week. Not exactly craftsman style but I like to push the envelope just a little AND I saved myself a least $40+!

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    One Room Challenge: Week 2, The Porch Project Update

    Here is a sneak peak of the table build with my little apprentice.

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    One Room Challenge: Week 2, The Porch Project Update

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    The next item of business is the budget because I told you I was going to complete this project on $500 or less! Some items in the budget have sifted but we're definitely coming in under budget at the moment.

    Unfortunately the ceiling fans I posted last week are no longer available and I haven't found any equivalent in price so they are going on hold for the time being. I saved money on the pendant light but I didn't account for the entire costs of the tables last week so that went up a bit. I added extra in the budget for plants so I'm hoping to save in that area a little too.

    Here is the updated budget via my itsums.com board. Have you guys tried itsums yet? It easily keeps track of your project spending, includes the url and picture of the item you are purchasing and shows whether or not the item has been purchased. I love using this site because I can clearly see how I'm doing and there's no question about where I've allocated my dollars.

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    {I worked on this post in conjunction with itsums ~ all my opinions are my own}

    So far I'm about $50 under budget so I'm feeling really good about it and hopefully I can save a few more $!

    Make sure to check out the participating bloggers progress this week as well as those of us linking up today.

    I hope you have a great rest of the week!

    Cheers!

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    Comments

    1. Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com

      April 13, 2015 at 11:48 pm

      Love the light you found, Summer! It'll look great! I'll have to check out itsums... such a great way to keep track of everything! Good luck this week! xo

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 13, 2015 at 11:52 pm

        Thanks so much Kendra and good luck to you too! I'm still trying to make the rounds :)

        Reply
    2. [email protected]

      April 10, 2015 at 5:59 pm

      I love the light you found too. It will be so good all together

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 12, 2015 at 8:02 pm

        Thanks so much Julia!

        Reply
    3. Sam @ Away She Went

      April 10, 2015 at 12:52 pm

      My first week was mostly about shopping too! I love where this is headed and can't wait to see your progress next week!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 12, 2015 at 8:04 pm

        Thanks so much Sam! I love the chairs you chose!!

        Reply
    4. Jennifer @ Brave New Home

      April 09, 2015 at 11:59 pm

      I love where this is going! Those lights and the pendant lamp have me swooning. Looking forward to next week's installment.

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 10, 2015 at 8:19 am

        Thanks Jennifer! xoxo

        Reply
    5. Lesley Metcalfe

      April 09, 2015 at 11:58 pm

      You've made a lot of progress, well done! Too bad about those ceiling fans. Everything happens for a reason though. :)

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 10, 2015 at 8:20 am

        Thanks Lesley! Yeah it's a bummer but I figure I can add them later :)

        Reply
    6. Pam @ Simple Details

      April 09, 2015 at 10:43 pm

      Awesome score with the light! Love that cool texture! Your DIY buddy is the best! :)

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 10, 2015 at 8:21 am

        Thanks so much Pam :) He is a good helper!

        Reply
    7. Sarah @ 702 Park Project

      April 09, 2015 at 2:05 pm

      I'm so jealous of that lighting find!! I've been seeing similar ones that I love, but they're all at least $100. Such a fabulous score! :)

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 09, 2015 at 8:52 pm

        Thanks so much Sarah! It was a super lucky find and I knew even if I wasn't going to use it on the porch I had to have it!

        Reply
    8. Always Rad

      April 09, 2015 at 12:48 pm

      Can't wait to see how the table turns out!!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 09, 2015 at 8:52 pm

        Thanks!! They are going to be super simple but I think they will do the trick!

        Reply
    9. sarah sofia knepp

      April 09, 2015 at 11:28 am

      Summer, what a score! Don't you just love our Habitat Restore here in Charlotte?! So fun that little man is getting in the ORC action! Let's do this! Sarah, Sarah Sofia Productions

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 09, 2015 at 8:53 pm

        Thanks Sarah! I do love the Restore!

        Reply
    10. Claire Brody

      April 09, 2015 at 10:51 am

      That light is amazing. And your apprentice is the cutest!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 09, 2015 at 8:53 pm

        Aww thanks Claire! He is a cutie :)

        Reply
    11. Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles

      April 09, 2015 at 10:11 am

      You're off to a great start with that cute little helper! LOVE your light, I think it will fit in perfectly!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 09, 2015 at 8:54 pm

        Thanks Jennifer! He is a good helper and I can't wait to get the light up! :)

        Reply
    12. Katie

      April 09, 2015 at 9:31 am

      Amazing find for your light!! Can't wait to see your building projects come together. Lucky you, just in time for summer!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 09, 2015 at 8:54 pm

        Thanks Katie! I hope it all comes together as it is in my head lol!

        Reply
    13. Amber

      April 09, 2015 at 9:29 am

      I'm not sure if I told you but I'm totally living vicariously through you because I want to do something to our porch so badly!!

      Love what you've chosen so far!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 09, 2015 at 8:55 pm

        :) Thanks Amber! You'll have to come up and enjoy and night on the porch with us! Bring the boys, they'll have fun! xoxo

        Reply
    14. Bethany @ Dwellings By DeVore

      April 09, 2015 at 9:14 am

      Can't wait to see this! That light is amazing, what a find!

      Reply
    15. cassie

      April 09, 2015 at 8:48 am

      i LOVE that light you found!!! it's amazing!

      Reply
      • Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}

        April 09, 2015 at 9:00 am

        Thanks so much Cassie! I was thrilled too! Hope it works lol!

        Reply

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