Crafting an enjoyable outdoor living area takes a little work and insight. How will you use the space? How often? Do you want a garden? Herbs? The more effort you put in, the more you'll love your outdoor space. Here are 10 Clever Ideas for Outdoor Living that will get you started.

10 Clever Ideas for Outdoor Living from Martha Stewart Living:

TOP ROW
1 Scent your charcoal.
2 Set up a rinsing station.
3 Create a natural border.
4 Craft a pinwheel.
5 Waterproof a blanket.

BOTTOM ROW
6 Tame your plants.
7 Set out cooling sprays.
8 Grow herbs.
9 Kill weeds naturally.
10 Keep predators at bay.

(Images: Martha Stewart)