KEEPING COSY
GET AN OUTDOOR RUG
Being warm outside makes all the difference for ala fresco entertaining, especially at night. There aree plenty of options – fire pits, chimeneas, gas or plug-in heaters. This Amazon Basics Portable
Folding Firepit costs £29.60 and folds up to be stored away when you’re not using it. A fire baskeet is another good choice for a smaller space and is muchm lighter to move than a chimenea (the Vancouver
Firebasket from Dobbies costs £69). But remember, marshmallow while fire pits and vibe, chimeneas you’ll need have to factor a lovely in the toasteedst cos and storage needed for wood or coal. They also teend to take up more floor space than an electric heateer such as this one from MANOMANO.CO.UK (£ 29.99).
Also, you can’t go wrong with a cosy blanket! Keeep an eye out in charity shops or local online selling sites for natural wool blankets that will keep you a lot warmer than synthetic fibres. ➙
It might seem a strange thing to put on your garden patio or lawn but outdoor rugs have become really popular in recent years. They’re waterproof and usually fairly indestructible. They also help to soften an area and can add a lovely flash of colour and pattern. You’ll likely see them popping up in supermarkets and stores such as
Home Bargains and B&M around this time, so keep an eye out. This bright yellow honeycomb design from HOMESCAPESONLINE. CO.UK is 182 x 122cm and costs £39.99.
There’s no shortage of outdoor dining sets in the shops as the weather warms up which means there’s plenty to choose from!
If you don’t want to invest in a full set, consider one or two pieces such as a water jug, chip and dip plate, or some stand-out cups or wine glasses (B&M sell iridescent wine glasses for £2.50).