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5 Places to Find a Garden Stool Under $100

CasaSugar — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 15:41:14 -0700

Garden stools have gotten pretty popular over the last few years, and they don't seem to be losing their cool. Many, though, are absurdly overpriced. I don't want you to fall into that trap because I have also seen plenty of affordable ones. Take for instance this Round Open Work Garden Stool ($375) from Gump's. Yes, it may have an unusual mottled green glaze, but it's not any more stylish than one with a solid glaze - and its design is quite standard. You shouldn't spend any more than $100 on a garden stool, and I have even seen some for $50. I'll help you get started on your hunt.

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Crave Worthy: Harwick Bench

CasaSugar — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 05:30:29 -0700

You don't need to paint your house a neon hue or put a middle finger sculpture outside your home to make heads turn. Set a glamorous, cerise bench like the Charleston Gardens Harwick Bench ($1,195) on your front porch, and your neighbors will be drooling with envy. If you'd prefer this elegant Chinoiserie-style seat in a more subtle color, the cast aluminum bench is also available in a powder-coated white or black finish. Whatever you choose, rest assured, this durable piece has a 15-year warranty!

Steal of the Day: Z Gallerie Soho Pavilion

CasaSugar — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 11:00:06 -0700

Z Gallerie's Soho Pavilion ($399.99, reduced from $599.99) is water- and fade-resistant, so you can host a chic party outdoors rain or shine. But, would you blame me for wanting to set up this chic tent indoors? I'm imagining a cross between Nick Olsen's tented workspace and interior designer Marjorie Skouras's oversize indoor topiary bedroom. We don't all have yard space, but this tasseled, Greek-key item could create a loungey, magical space in any room at least 10 feet in height, depth, and width. Just throw in some sisal or a Moroccan-style rug, plants, a hanging lantern, a few floor pillows, and a sofa like west elm's Overlapping Squares Daybed, and you're done. So cozy, yet so transportive and chic!

Sale Alert: Design Within Reach BOGO Outdoor Sale

CasaSugar — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 05:30:33 -0700

This is good. Very good. Design Within Reach is holding the best kind of sale: buy one, get one free. Through Saturday, when you buy one item from a special selection of outdoor products, you can take any one item of equal or lesser value from the selection for free. The items don't have to be the same, which means you could buy yourself this Veneto Dining Armchair ($600) and get a Bistro Folding Table ($275) to go with it! Pretty awesome, eh? Here are a few things I'm digging from the sale:

Lucca Dining Table - Round - $1,500.00	Marais Stool 30 in. - $300.00
sean yoo Opus Shelving System - $495.00	Treviso Lounge Armchair - $1,200.00
Miss Rio Ottoman - $350.00	Wigan Handforged Digging Spade - $95.00
Jellyfish Chair - $440.00

Nice and New: James Perse Furniture

CasaSugar — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 07:00:12 -0700

If you're a fan of James Perse's cozy tees and casual California aesthetic, you'll be pleased to hear that the contemporary knitwear designer has extended his brand to interiors. He has debuted four collections of furniture for indoors and out to give your home that same simple and timeless style as your wardrobe. I love the no-frills, refined-yet-relaxed vibe of the Sonoma Sofa (inquire for price) from his upholstered NorCal Collection. It recalls Paolo Navone's Ghost Sofa, offering a lived-in, laundered look with only a comfortable attitude. It would work well with wood floors and neutral interiors. His collections also include some classic outdoor pieces upholstered with Sunbrella fabrics and made from sustainable teak. I particularly love the director's chair. The pieces are sold exclusively at James Perse boutiques. See more designs.

Found It! Retro Side Table in Away We Go

CasaSugar — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 11:00:54 -0700

The rusty blue side table beside Maya Rudolph's character in Away We Go looks like it has seen better days. But I do love its retro charm. It brings character to a little corner of a lush garden beside a comfortable bench. I'd love to have a fresher version though, perhaps in a more versatile color. Luckily, that wish is not far off. To see where you can buy one, read more.

The Retro Metal Side Table ($64.95) from Sporty's Tool Shop has a similar shape with more tailored legs in white. With four legs, Crate and Barrel's Balcony Side Table ($49.95) is a more affordable buy.
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Do You Tan in Your Backyard?

CasaSugar — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 06:15:00 -0700

As much as we may have been told not to, sometimes it's hard to avoid basking in the warmth of a sunny day. Whether you do it on a blanket in your backyard or from a comfy lounge chair, many of us still catch some rays around our homes.
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Roundup: Element-Withstanding Outdoor Furniture

CasaSugar — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 05:30:28 -0700

If you're going to invest in outdoor furniture this Summer, you want to know that it will withstand the elements. Choosing furniture made from teak is always a good idea, since this wood is highly resistant to the wear and tear of sun and rain. In addition, look for outdoor fabrics from Sunbrella. For over 45 years, Sunbrella has made outdoor fabrics that resist the elements. It's even earned the Skin Cancer Foundation's Seal of Recommendation for its fabric's ability to filter out the sun's harmful rays. You'll find Sunbrella fabric on everything from boat cushions to outdoor pillows to shade structures.

Just remember, even if outdoor furniture is weather-resistant, it will still need to be cared for. While it's definitely made to take more damage than indoor furniture, it still needs some TLC at the end of the Summer season. I'll give you more tips for caring for your outdoor furniture as we get closer to the end of August, but for now, see some of my favorite element-withstanding outdoor furniture when you read more.

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Roundup: Outdoor Folding Chairs

CasaSugar — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 08:00:30 -0700

Summer means that we're often on the go: catching the best sunshine, the best waves, or the nearest picnic in the park. That means that we need on-the-go furniture to keep up with our Summer lifestyles. One of the best pieces of furniture you can invest in for easy seasonal living is an outdoor folding chair. To see my current favorites, read more.

Bali Club Chair or Canvas - $20.00	Tripolina Chair - $430.00
Floor Lounger + Cushion - $69.00	Gandia Blasco - picnic collection - deck chair by gandia blasco - $730.00
Wine Barrel Chair (Set of 2) - $349.00	Steamer Folding Chaise - $275.00
Veneto Adjustable Folding Chair Sunbrella® Cushion - $130.00	Set of Two Brisbane Folding Armchairs - $199.00

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Get the Look: Kirsten Dunst's Outdoor Lounge

CasaSugar — Thu, 28 May 2009 10:00:24 -0700

We've been talking a little bit about outdoor furniture lately, now that Summer is approaching. I've been grappling with whether or not I like truly "decorated" outdoor spaces. Seeing the outdoor lounge of Kirsten Dunst's Nichol Canyons home, which is on the market, I'm convinced. Dunst has used bright, solid-colored outdoor upholstery, which isn't as tiring and fleeting as patterns can be. A pair of patterned pillows are easy to switch out. Her outdoor sofa has a little flair with curved arms, but it's still understated. Like one would decorate a living room, she hasn't chosen a furniture set for this space, but thrown some white, vintage chairs in the mix to give it personality. The large, Suzani-esque jute rug is similar to one from Roost, which I've been eyeing for months; it has quiet flair. To see some finds which will help you replicate this look, read more.

Whitfield Sofa Cushions - $700.00	Roost Jute Pattern Rug - $215.60
Accent Outdoor Pillow 19 square in Orange - $59.00	Zebra Outdoor Pillow - $32.00
Veneto Sofa Sunbrella® Cushion Set - $1,100.00	Outdoor Side Table - $599.00
Cuddle Chair & Ottoman - $859.00

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Sunbrella® Cane-Stitch Outdoor Pililow - $79.00	Royal Botania - mixt series outdoor seating by royal botania - $789.00
"Relax" Teak Chair - $169.00	Montego Lounge Chair Cushions in White - $300.00
Ventana Sunbrella Cushion Collection - $120.00	Overlapping-Squares Metal Side Chair + Cushion - $30.00
Barlow Tyrie Dune Daybed And Ottoman - $4,713.00	Customized St. Tropez Indoor/Outdoor Rugs -Pattern - $129.00
Sunbrella Outdoor Drapery - $159.00	Montauk Rocking Chair - $499.00
Northshore Outdoor Lounge Chair - $949.00	Carlisle Sofa/Trovata Rectangular Coffee Table - $399.00
Sunbrella® Striped Throw - $198.00	Ballard Indoor/Outdoor Curtains - $64.99
Valencia Bench - $899.00	Corsica Outdoor Ottoman - $599.00
Trovata Chaise/Cushion - $999.00	Tufted Outdoor Chair Cushion - $24.00