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Blogging Sunset: Welcoming Winter Patios

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Winter and patio aren't two words we'd necessarily associate with one another, not to mention welcoming. But Sunset magazine manages to make a compelling case that all three of these concepts could share a moment.

 
 
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The elements of an outside space that wouldn't send you shivering back inside seem to be a good outdoor firepit (they recommend an affordable option from Smith and Hawken, $189), a place to sit, cozy accents like pillows, blankets and candles, and hardy plants that can withstand the weather even when the firepit is off.

See the article here.

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