10 Sources for Good, Affordable Outdoor Furniture and AccessoriesPlants & Yard
Whether your outdoor space consists of a tiny balcony or a large backyard, we've got you covered.
May 31, 2024
10 Comfy, (Mostly) Colorful Outdoor Lounge Chairs for Under $100Plants & Yard
It's time to perk up — and enjoy — your patio, yard, or deck!
May 7, 2024
The 7 Outdoor Decor Trends You’ll See on Almost Every Patio for Summer
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Here’s what Etsy’s trend expert says is sparking in searches — and her suggestions for bringing the trends outdoors.
Jun 4, 2023
19 Apartment Patio Ideas for Making Small Space Outdoor Living PossiblePlants & Yard
Summer is right around the corner, and that means it’s time to fire up the grill and mix the mojitos! There’s no better way to spend time with friends and family than the great outdoors when the weather’s warm, so that means it’s time to spruce up your al fresco space! If you’re in need of apartment patio ideas, we’ve got you covered.
Apr 6, 2023
This Hammock Helped Me Discover a New (Perfect) Way to Relax Plants & Yard
Why doesn’t everyone have one?

Aug 6, 2022
Candles, Cake & Snow: How To Host A Sledding Birthday PartyPlants & Yard
If you were born in January in Chicago, there’s a fairly good chance you’ve had at least one sledding birthday party. (Chicago is not known for its hills, but we make do.) Now that I find myself back in arctic winter weather after many years away, a sledding party sounds like the perfect cabin fever-busting celebration.
May 4, 2022
The Pioneer Woman Just Dropped a New Outdoor CollectionPlants & Yard
The new collection has everything you need to turn your deck or patio into a full-fledged outdoor living space.
Apr 11, 2022
Try Out These Brilliant Balcony Light Ideas to Illuminate Your Outdoor SpacePlants & Yard
Nothing beats the feeling of eating dinner out on your balcony or enjoying the company of family on your stylish new patio furniture set. When the warm weather months roll around, you’ll probably feel motivated to whip your patio into shape, whether it’s super small or expansive. Sure, you’ll want to add some weatherproof chair cushions and ceramic planters to your shopping list, but there’s one thing that sets the ambiance like nothing else: lighting.
Apr 8, 2022
Bobby Berk Just Launched a Gorgeous Collection With One of Our Favorite Outdoor Furniture BrandsPlants & Yard
Spoiler alert: It's all gorgeous (obviously!)
Apr 7, 2022
Lidl Has Brought Back Its $20 Dog Canopy Bed So Your Pup Can Enjoy Summer In StyleLife
A similar design will cost you double the price on Amazon.
Aug 7, 2021
7 Indoor/Outdoor Rugs That Can Handle City Grime Like Total ChampsPlants & Yard
These are some of the most gorgeous, design-forward outdoor rugs that can handle the dirt and soot of the city.
Jul 22, 2021
After Back-to-Back Category 5 Storms, Here’s What’s Essential to My Hurricane Kit
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You're gonna need a lot more than bottled water and canned spaghetti...
Jun 17, 2021
Target Is Selling Pop-Up Gazebo Domes That Are Way Cooler Than Your Average TentPlants & Yard
They're selling a handful of pop-up domed tents that can comfortably house various sizes of patio sets — from a couple of chairs, to a full outdoor sectional.
May 25, 2021
7 Outdoor Trends That Are Going to Rule 2021Plants & Yard
According to design experts!
Apr 1, 2021
This Is the Cheapest and Cheeriest Backyard Item You Can BuyPlants & Yard
And it will bring you more joy than you might think!
Mar 19, 2021
Article's New Outdoor Collection Has Something for Every Design StylePlants & Yard
Chairs, sofas, tables, lanterns, and more. And yes, theres's rattan!
Mar 16, 2021
7 Ways to Turn Your Outdoor Space into an Oasis, Even if It’s Teeny TinyPlants & Yard
Make your outdoor space small but mighty!
Jul 15, 2020
The Best Bug-Repellent Products for Your Outdoor SpaceCleaning
Say goodbye to those uninvited guests for good!
Jul 9, 2020
10 Things You Need for a Lush, Green Lawn This SummerPlants & Yard
Before you can roll around in the grass or have a picnic in the backyard this summer, you need to prep your lawn. Just like you spring clean your house, now’s the time to get your yard in shape for the season by doing all those necessary tasks like removing debris, replacing grass, or taking out weeds. These ten items will help you give it a fresh start and set the groundwork for a beautiful, lush lawn come June, or you can always bring the great outdoors inside by growing grass indoors.
Aug 26, 2019
How to Make Sure Your Garage Sale is Legal (& Keep Your Neighbors From Hating You)Plants & Yard
Of the many things that have to be in place before you can throw a successful garage sale (like decluttering your house to have enough stuff to sale and picking a good location), you also need to make sure your garage sale is playing by the rules and playing nice. Here are three things to consider before throwing your next garage sale. 1.
Jun 5, 2019
Before & After: Jenny’s Creole BalconyPlants & Yard
What is a garden designer without a dirt level garden to do? Well of course, make the most of the available 150 sq ft balcony. Jenny Peterson, who lives and works in Austin, Texas transformed her ‘L’ shaped balcony from a mish-mash of outdoor ‘stuff’ to a cohesive and relaxing southern inspired place for her to enjoy the outdoors.
May 6, 2019
Nature Calls: Tools For Budding BirdwatchersPlants & Yard
It’s the perfect time of year to have the kids active and outside and, if they love to watch birds, to encourage that, too. If you have a beginner birder at your place, here’s everything they’ll need (and a couple of things they’ll love) to get started on what often becomes a life-long hobby. 1. Audubon Bird Call can produce generic bird calls $8 from Los Poblanos Farm Shop. 2.
May 4, 2019
Before & After: Faded Outdoor Umbrella Sees The Light of DayPlants & Yard
Ashley had a very faded striped pastel umbrella that she could have easily jettisoned. Instead, she took a little inspiration from this Urban Outfitters umbrella, budgeted about $20 for her version, and gave it a little makeover… Ashley used a paint sprayer with thinned down latex paint to give it about three coats of bright white paint. Then, she and her husband laboriously hand-painted a design on each panel. The final step was attaching pom-pom trim around the edge.
May 4, 2019
West Elm’s New Collection Will Have You Dreaming of SummerPlants & Yard
West Elm’s boho-chic summer collection of furniture and accessories will have you throwing impromptu garden parties in no time (even if it’s just a backyard-less fantasy). The globally-inspired, itching-to-be-Instagrammed looks include rugs in modern ikat patterns, eye-catching woven seating, and a plethora of modern outdoor furnishings.
May 3, 2019
Everything Sucks, So Here Are 8 Fun Games to Play Outside This SummerPlants & Yard
I know I am not the only one depressed by the state of the world right now, growing more and more incredulous and outraged with each passing day. If you work hard, and do what you can to make things better out there, it’s okay to take a break too. One of the best ways to recharge is to gather a group of friends, go outside, and indulge in some brainless fun this summer. Balance your rage/shock/concern with some wholesome/ridiculous/playful outdoor games.
May 3, 2019
7 Ways to Keep Cool This Summer (Without a Swimming Pool)Plants & Yard
Few things make the scorching summer heat more bearable than jumping into a sparkling swimming pool. But what to do when you don’t have access to one? Fret not my sweaty friends, there are still plenty of ways to cool off outside this summer without a proper swimming pool, it just takes a little imagination. From sprinkler balls to water balloons, here are seven H2O-friendly ideas for staying cool this summer—sans the swimming pool.
Aug 7, 2018
This Transforming Outdoor Table Is Also a Grill For 8Plants & Yard
Expecting the guests at your backyard barbecue to grill their own food would ordinarily be considered a huge faux pas, but when they’re seated at JAG’s innovative table and grill combo, the usual dinner party hosting etiquette no longer applies. The Dallas-based design and manufacturing company’s product is an expert combination of sturdy outdoor patio furniture and a BBQ grill. The multi-purpose table houses a grill at its center and can also be transformed into a fire pit.
Jul 8, 2017
The Sandless Beach Blanket: Urban Legend or Must-Have Invention? We Tested One to Find OutCleaning
Have you ever heard of a “sandless” beach blanket? Well, we hadn’t either until recently. When I first introduced the idea, my fellow AT staffers threw out words like “sorcery” and “urban legend” but mostly, it was a barrage of ???s. No one could wrap their head around it, so we had to take it to the test lab (my local beach) and find out if, in fact, someone could stay sand-free on the shoreline while using one.
Jul 26, 2016
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Before & After: Hannah’s Patio Gets Dinner-Party ReadySponsored
Hannah and George just moved in together, and when they were house-hunting, they knew they wanted outdoor space. They’ve found a home with an amazing, enclosed front patio, but they aren’t sure how best to decorate it. It’s a small space, and they want to be able to use it all the time – for everything from just hanging out to hosting full-on dinner parties.
Apr 8, 2016
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Before & After: Madilynn’s Tiny Balcony Becomes a Vibrant ExtensionSponsored
Madilynn loves the home she’s created with her husband, Alan, and their baby, Cosette. But though she spends a lot of time there, working from home and hanging out with Cosette, she hasn’t been able to figure out how to integrate their balcony into their everyday lives. A small, oddly-shaped space, it’s hard to know how to furnish it in a way that works both for a toddler and her parents.
Apr 7, 2016
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Before & After: Marissa and Justin Get a Grown-Up Outdoor RoomSponsored
Marissa and Justin moved into their home two years ago, but never really figured out how to furnish their outdoor space. They use their deck and yard all the time, especially for entertaining, but Marissa doesn’t feel like the camping chairs and odds and ends laying around (um, there seems to be a puppet??) make for a particularly inviting space.
Apr 5, 2016
Indoor Camping Party: Decor, Menu, + MusicPlants & Yard
The weather’s getting colder, the days are getting shorter, and cabin fever is imminent. A weekend in the wild would cure what ails you… but the weather’s getting colder, your schedule is jam-packed, and none of the buses or trains go past any decent campsites. Time to invite your similarly-fevered friends over for an indoor camping party, s’mores and a (inevitable) sleepover! The Decor: Sleeping Like A Log Pillows, Think Geek, 16.
Nov 13, 2013
Maxwell's Favorite Portable Grill
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Maxwell's Favorite Portable Grill
Jun 6, 2024
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Before & After: Madilynn's Tiny Balcony Becomes a Vibrant Extension
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Jun 6, 2024
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Before & After: Hannah's Patio Gets Dinner-Party Ready
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Before & After: Hannah's Patio Gets Dinner-Party Ready
Jun 6, 2024
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Before & After: Marissa and Justin Get a Grown-Up Outdoor Room
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Before & After: Marissa and Justin Get a Grown-Up Outdoor Room
Jun 6, 2024