Garden ideas – the perfect afternoon nap!

I’ve been hunting for garden ideas in past magazine issues and deep in the depths of an old Country Homes & Interiors magazine (I kid you not, it had dust on it!) ANYWAY, I thought these ideas were way too pretty to gather dust – relaxing in the garden never looked so chic.

What I really love about them though is that you don’t have to have a large country garden to incorporate these ideas, a small cute urban patio will do just as well – which suits me to a tee!

I know I know, at some point you’re going to drag it inside BUT in the meantime you get a simply stunning place to chill out in the garden (afternoon nap, anyone?!) Plump up a day bed with colourful cushions and hang a mosquito net.

roomenvy - cute garden seating area

YES PLEASE! A hammock is a summer essential – practical, compact, portable and an instant lounger. Hang from something sturdy, add cushions and enjoy – but make sure you grab your drink and book first, or it can get tricky!

roomenvy - lazy garden hammock

As dusk approaches, place pretty coloured lanterns around your garden for atmospheric twinkiling lights.

roomenvy - colourful outdoor lighting

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