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    Spend Time In Your Backyard Or Patio With New Outdoor Furniture

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    Anna Yu on Jun 4, 2009 2:22 PM PDT
    After a long and cold winter and spring quickly passing us by, it's finally getting nice enough to spend more time outdoors! From lounging by the poolside to spending some serious time at the grill, nothing beats spending time in your very own backyard. But if you've recently discovered that your outdoor furniture didn't survive the winter (cracked wood or rusted metal), then it's high time to upgrade. I've also got some buying tips to make sure you get the most bang out of your buck. When buying metal furniture, look for labels that say they're powder coated and rust resistant. For wood furniture, teak is best, but it's also very expensive and slow growing. Instead, look for eucalyptus wood, which is sustainable and is water resistant. Who says outdoor furniture has to be hard and uncomfortable? I'd be happy sit on the Corsica Outdoor Oversized Chair all day long. In need for seating space and storage? Get the Chesapeake Bench Ice Chest which keeps all your drinks ice cold and the lid lowers into an extra seating space. Check out my slideshow for more outdoor furniture ideas. Just remember to store everything in a safe place in the winter so you don't have to buy new outdoor furniture every year!
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    Take Your Valentine's Day Outdoors With Our Romantic, Low-Key ...

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    Anna Yu on Feb 3, 2009 7:19 AM PST
    Sick and tired of seeing bad movies surrounded by sappy couples or eating way-too-expensive dinners? Looking for romantic and low-key Valentine's Day date ideas instead? If you're in an area that usually gets good weather in February then why not try having an outdoor date right in your backyard? Totally suitable for the daytime, lay out a comfy blanket on the lawn, pop a chilled bottle of nice champagne and load up on fresh fruit, cheese, cold cuts and a loaf of French bread for a private and romantic picnic with the help of this 2-person picnic set. Add candles and lanterns when the sky gets dark for some romantic mood lighting. End the day with some stargazing and maybe s'more making over an open fireplace! And you don't have to reserve these moments just for Valentine's Day so you can definitely keep the romance alive almost all year 'round. Take a look at my slideshow for more outdoor Valentine's Day ideas.
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    Hive 5: Our Favorite Staycation Essentials

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    Greta on Aug 25, 2008 6:25 AM PDT
    Staycation. It's a trendy term I've been hearing thrown around quite a bit this summer. And while I applaud the news programs that turned this eco-friendly idea of staying close to home into a chic way to spend this summer's vacation, most peoples' backyards are anything but an oasis. So how do you turn that crumbling patio or yellowing lawn into something that resembles a desirable outdoor living space? Well, it's really quite simple - accessorize! By adding interesting features to you your backyard, you can turn an ordinary outdoor space into something truly exceptional. Be drawn outside for a playful game of croquet, or escape the sunlight under a jewel-toned cabana. At night, illuminate your yard with an exquisitely designed fire pit, or watch your favorite flicks on an outdoor theater entertainment system. What's best of all is that these items are meant to be shared in the company of family and friends. So this summer, invite over some friends, cook up your favorite summertime foods, and indulge in a staycation. Be sure to check out my SLIDESHOW for five items that would definitely turn your vacation at home into something extraordinary!
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