As soon as May hits, I start getting a little antsy for summer to arrive. Spring in the Lower Mainland can be warm and beautiful one day and cold and rainy the next {or sometimes all within the same day!} And then there are those times that it rains for days and days, and you just need to pretend that it is warm and sunny outside. 🙂
So, after a weekend of solid rain, I took matters into my own hands and set up this little lemonade bar in our dining room. It’s the perfect way to bring some summer inside even if the weather is not cooperating with my wishes.
I mean, really. Can there be a better scent combination than lilacs, lemons and fresh strawberries? I don’t think so.
The lilacs are from our backyard and are one of the things that I always look forward to in the spring. I really can’t get enough of them!
If you have been around here for a while, you’ve probably seen my little “beverage bar” jars before {remember my Valentine’s Day Hot Cocoa Bar and Bunny Bar?} It’s definitely made its way around. I purchased the jars and basket at Decor Steals and have also seen them over at Farmhouse Decor {although I see that they are sold out right now.}
I made up the labels {you can download them HERE}, printed them out, and used a paper punch to punch them out. I then just mounted them to some colorful scrapbook paper and tied everything together with some baker’s twine.
The chalkboard label is just a wooden rectangle that I purchased from Michael’s. I painted it black and then added some chalkboard vinyl over the front surface. {I have found that the chalk pens erase much better off the vinyl than the chalkboard paint!}
And if I get really lucky and the sun comes out, I can easily move everything outside. The tray just lifts right off the table and can be transported out to the patio. 🙂
I have been working on a few new summer drink recipes to make with my lemonade bar and will be sharing them soon. For now, you might want to try this cherry lemonade slushie.
Or for a fun summer gift idea, try this lemonade in a jar.
Have a wonderful day!
I love how you decorate this area for different holidays and seasons. The lemonade bar is perfect for Spring! Pinned and going to order a set when they are back in stock! Thanks for sharing your awesome ideas!
Thanks Lori! Hoping that they get some back in stock for you soon!
Oh my goodness Jenn that little lemonade bar is so adorable and enticing – I love lemonade. And I can practically smell those beautiful lilacs!! So sweet:)
Yes, I just LOVE the smell of lilacs! And anything that reminds me of summer is big in my books! 🙂
Oh how cute! I love the idea of a lemonade bar! So fun and it would be perfect for the summer!!! Love this!
Thanks Maira! Now I just need the warm weather to go with it! 🙂
High-five, Jenn, you just rocked it ALL!! I love lilacs – this is so adorable!! <3
Jenn, how about doing a recipe book post this May and including free printables? It's a difficult task to search for scattered recipes everywhere. I know you'll do the best at making the book and making the post because you always do – just like a Canadian!! See ya, Jenn – please do!!
Canadian Ella from Canada
Jenn, this is so cute and Springy! Just perfect! I’d love to have you come link these up over at Skip The Housework Saturday! http://www.reasonstoskipthehousework.com/skip-housework/
This is so fun, Jenn! Such a cute idea for those hot summer months!
Super cute! I am pinning 🙂
Thanks Desiree! Hope you have a great weekend! 🙂