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12 Outdoor Decorations For Summer That Bring A Little Extra Festivity To Your Backyard Oasis
Warm weather means spending more time in our outside spaces, whether they may be sprawling backyards, teeny tiny patios, or cool rooftops. The smallest yard can be made even more enjoyable with the addition of some pretty outdoor decorations. Forget about the cheesy plastic flamingos and gnome sculptures — we're talking about décor that actually looks good.
The addition of a few fun pillows or a miniature herb garden can do a lot to invigorate an outdoor space, and with the right products, any outdoor area can become a summertime retreat — even if it's steps away from your door. Flip through the slideshow to see the décor we'd like to add to our yard.
Photo: etsy.com
Sun Catcher Mobile
You can’t go wrong with a simple yet colorful piece of décor. This bohemian suncatcher is the perfect mix of unique and classic.
Sun Catcher mobile, $75, etsy.com
Recycled Patriotic Lights
Made out of collected shotgun shells, these red, white, and blue string lights give an all-American vibe to any outdoor space.
String lights, $28, etsy.com
Garden Markers
Properly label your herbs with hand-stamped markers for a rustic-inspired DIY touch.
Garden Markers, $24, etsy.com
Checked Bunting
Deck out your summer barbecue party with some festive red, blue, and yellow bunting.
Bunting, $19, etsy.com
Moroccan-Inspired Lantern
Light up your space with a turquoise lantern that adds some cozy charm to even the tiniest patio.
Lanter, $52, etsy.com
Macrame Plant Hanger
If you don’t have a ton of room for a garden, add some green to your outdoor area in a unique way, with the help of this macrame hanger.
Plant hanger, $14.99, etsy.com
Orange Patterned Pillow
No outdoor furniture could possibly be boring with the addition of a colorful, outdoor-friendly pillow.
Pillow, $17, etsy.com
Glass Bottle Bird Feeder
Support your local wildlife while adding a cool touch to your yard with an elegant glass bird feeder.
Bird feeder, $15, etsy.com
Herb Garden Planter
Keep your greens organized in a confined space with a rustic planter, complete with four mason jars. Start your herb garden, and then make plenty of herb-based cocktails all summer long.
Planter, $49, etsy.com
White Patio Lights
You simply can’t go wrong with classic white lights. You’ll want to keep these beauties lit all year long.
Lights, $12, etsy.com
Summer Teardrop Wreath
This elegant wreath may just be one of the most refined door hangings we’ve come across.
Wreath, $75, etsy.com
Colorful Burlap Pillow
Prop this pillow on a patio swing or a loveseat for an instant outdoor décor upgrade.
Pillow, $17.45, etsy.com
