Pretty soon the dog days of summer will be drawing to a close and like the post holiday sales this is a great time to indulge in some items to perk things up outside at a fantastic savings. Patio furniture, decorative items, gardening needs and even grills can often be found at a huge savings.Bistro sets abound at an average of 50-70% off as does funky outdoor serving pieces. I think the best way to jazz up an existing set or add a little magic to your patio area can be as simple as doing just a few things to give the area a new look. Often times these things can be taken into fall when the weather is cooler as there will still be ample time to grill and enjoy the outdoors. The trend this season is bright colors and funky patterns. The crazier the better. This can even involve giving your neutral toned patio furniture and wicker a bright coat of paint, I like tangerine orange and seashell blues. I have been poking around getting a plan in mind so when these sales hit I can swoop in and give my sitting areas a whole new vibe. This is what I have in my sights to do.....
String Lights, I loooooove string lights, there are so many cute designs from dragonflies to colored bulbs to lights with little wicker shades...and they are a fun way to change the look season to season..I am also thinking of a fun garden stool and new table wear that will continue to bring the outdoors in even after the cold sets in. As far as pillows are concerned who says they have to be purchased in the outdoor department, many finds can be found in the bedding and linens sections of stores where typically you may find one or two lone pillows marked down considerably, the object here is not to match but to be creative....If I had the space I would also be considering a small mattress on a frame with wheels full of pillows which beckons one for an outdoor nap or a good place to curl up with the kids and read a book....
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| These bamboo shaded lights which I have already picked up 4 sets of at Safeway at 75% off will be adding a rustic feel to the ficus trees and pillars lending a sense of warmth. |
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| These brightly colored ceramic garden stools have got my attention and would be cute to use as a place to set cold drinks or to hold an unruly fern.. |
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| The hanging bamboo chair, they have come a long way from the 1960's & 1970's when they surged in popularity in large part due to the design houses in Great Britain. I would love to find a vintage one in good condition in a thrift store but there are plenty of modern day versions appearing on the market today, most are more durable than yesterdays and have a hefty price tag to go along with them, these are definitely something to watch the sales for... |
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| These little outdoor tray tables at $39.99 a piece from Remodalista are a bargain at the given price and have so many uses outdoors. They are best used as an individual serving space, draped with a pretty linen napkin with nothing more than a small mason jar with a tea light as decoration. |
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| This popular Mid Century design patio furniture can be taken from drab to fab with colorful cushions or better yet a new coat of paint... electric blue perhaps? |
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Instead of running these small white bulbs along the perimeter stringing them from side to side makes for a more intimate feel and gives a sense of European Flair.
What is inspiring you this summer?
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