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Living alfresco: 5 great ideas

Dappled sunshine, fragrant blooms, a gentle breeze and romantic accessories make the perfect setting for a relaxed get-together. Consider these ideas for turning your outdoor space into somewhere truly special
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Hammock and cushions

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If you’re lucky enough to have mature trees in your garden, suspend a hammock between two. Alternatively you can install sturdy posts with hooks or choose a hammock with its own frame. Pile cushions high, take a throw with you, just in case you need it, and then put your feet up and relax!

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Place setting

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Layer plain and patterned plates and top with a napkin tied with a coordinating ribbon and name tag to make a place setting extra special.
 
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Flower bundles

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Tie together a few stray blooms to create a pretty display, and pop on the back of chairs and benches.

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Light fantastic

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Hang a few lanterns from the trees and light as the sun goes down.

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Beautiful blooms

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A divided flower bucket is a must-have for all florists and gardeners to grow flowers to cut. Made from galvanised zinc with a wooden handle, it should last a lifetime.

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