my pool side beverage cart

I'm so happy with how my little bar cart turned out. All it needed was a good scrubbing and some spray paint.  I got all the rust off of the chrome with Brillo pads. They worked like magic. Now, I'm all ready for entertaining this summer. I've already stocked up on some of my favorite drinks. Not too bad for a little $12 yard sale find. my

The cart before, Kenzie is on the left

After - I used a flat black spray paint on the frame and handles,
and "Ivory Silk" and "Aqua"  Rustolium in a satin finish on the center panels.

Here's some more

summer bar cart inspiration

from pinterest:

ciao! fabiana

a peek at the home tour

This is one of the stunning homes featured in last year's NewportHarbor Home and Garden Tour.

Its modern prairie style really stands out among the mostly traditional homes in the Dover Shores neighborhood of Newport Beach.  

the gourmet kitchen has unique light fixtures, an antique rug and restaurant quality appliances

 a huge island in the center opens to the family room

Large formal dining with custom glass walled wine storage for over 1,200 bottles.

This home offers open casual living, with polished concrete floors, steel beams and custom wood finishes.

master bedroom 

master bathroom 

the entry area

the backyard has a resort-like feel

the loggia is made for outdoor living  

and for outdoor entertaining

the separate guest house looks down on the pool area and offers city light,
Fashion Island, and hillside views.

The estate size lot features a fabulous salt water pool with water feature,
covered loggia with entertainment system and outside kitchen.

 ciao! fabiana