If you follow along on Instagram, you have seen us creating our new fire pit in the woods. Some have asked, “Why are you creating a fire pit before you build the house?” Why not? For those who have built before, you know it’s not a fast process. We have several people lined up to start, it’s just a matter of them all having time to start. We are hoping in the next couple of months that all will happen. In the meantime, we are finishing up our camper renovation and creating some little seating areas around the woods. And, since we will be moving our camper over there, this is something we will for sure be using ALL OF THE TIME.
I have mentioned before that we LOVE being outside and we LOVE having different outdoor seating areas on our properties. Since we have several acres to work with in the woods, we are both dreaming up some really fun projects to share with you all.
I have been DYING to share our very first project on our property in the woods…. our new fire pit area!
Figuring out the location of the fire pit area was our first task. We know where our house will setting and found a place where the woods was a little thinner with no big trees to remove. We started by using a weed eater on all of the underbrush and removing any small saplings in that area.
Deb collected a BUNCH of rocks years ago to possibly use in our landscaping at our old house. Some of them were flagstone and some were fieldstone. They were “stored” in the woods for years. We marked our round fire pit area with white spray paint and then started placing the thicker flagstone all around the edge to use as a border. Next, we decided to make a little path to the fire pit using the fieldstone as a border.
We then put down landscaping fabric to help with the weed situation, but mainly so the rock wouldn’t sink down into the dirt. And then made a trip to our local stone quarry to get packing stone. We used about 3 loads of 11F packing stone on the entire area as a base and as a filler of the flagstone. Once it gets wet, and settles, it gets pretty hard and almost like concrete. And then we went back to the quarry for some pea gravel for the actual seating area around the fire pit. By the way, you guys loved seeing that on stories. A lot of you asked if I saw Fred and Barney while I was there. ????
Now for the fun part. I like to decorate our outdoor spaces just like I do our indoors by giving it that homey feel. ???? I found all of our fun accessories from Walmart. You guys know how much I shop there. Walmart has pretty much everything I need to get all of our DIY projects done. I chose these white-washed wooden Adirondack chairs for our seating around the fire pit. I LOVE them not only because they look great. But, by removing the two wooden dowel pins on the side, they fold up which makes them perfect for storage through the Winter.
I already know I will get asked about these throw pillows. Because they are so freaking cute. They are, also, from Walmart, but are in-store purchase only.
What is a fire pit without patio lights? I LOVE to create ambiance in my spaces with warm lighting. These LED heavy duty string lights are PERFECT to do just that. Deb hung them directly to the trees with cable screw clips. And, we LOVE our outdoor double-sided clock. This one is no longer available, but I found a few different ones that are.
You had to know I would need some type of music source out by the fire. These rechargeable rock speakers work PERFECTLY for this area. They are wireless and waterproof, too. And, they sound AMAZING in the woods. I have some plans for disguising them a little better, so stay tuned.
This was such an easy DIY project as far as design goes. And it was also practical, since we will be hanging out here lots this summer.
What do you think? ????
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I think you both are remarable. We use to store our trailer on our land and we built a firepit outside of it. We used it when the children were small. Nothing like a fire outside and something hot to drink in late fall. Could you send me some of your energy? Your makeover on your RV is outstanding. My first trailer was a 1970 Aristocrat 16' trailer high liner. Wished I had one today to redo. You girls are so amazing and I look forward to each of your posts.
Love the firepit! I so look forward to every project you two have!
Love, love, love all of it!
Can you tell me about the fireplace ring you placed in the ground?
Thank you. We think they were some type of rims from a wagon or tractor wheels. There are some still out in the woods just like it, except they have the spokes.
I love it all! Try and still cool tonight and this weekend! Have fun!
Thank so much!
hi! i love this idea of a fire pit in the woods. my hubs and i are also building a house on wooded acreage and living in an rv. you have inspired me to put this idea in his head for a later project! love your blog :)
Yay!... thank you! And congrats on your new build. I'm so excited to get out here full time.
Beautiful! Can you tell me how you run power to your patio lights? ????❤️
We use that little rechargeable Halo with a plug. Here is the link. https://shopstyle.it/l/bktiZ
May I ask where you got your fire ring? Thank you kindly
This is beautiful! I am in love with the low-profile fire ring. Would you share where you found it?
Wow, your new fire pit in the woods looks amazing! The natural setting adds such a cozy and rustic vibe to your outdoor space. It got me thinking about some creative backyard fire pit ideas landscaping to enhance the ambiance even further. Imagine surrounding the fire pit with a variety of native plants, creating a lush and inviting atmosphere. Incorporating some decorative stones or pavers around the perimeter could also add a touch of elegance while ensuring safety. Overall, your fire pit nestled in the woods is the perfect spot for gatherings and making unforgettable memories!
Thank you! We actually did all that this past Summer. You can see the finished product here: https://debanddanelle.com/our-fire-pit-is-done/