Summer home finds for when the weather’s good
When the weather’s good, it’s the little things that make being at home feel better - colder drinks, nicer lighting, a garden that works a bit harder, and a few clever bits that make hosting easier without loads of fuss. These are the summer home finds worth having out when the sun appears, whether you’re having people over, watching something outside, or just making the most of a warm evening.
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Inflatable outdoor movie screen
This is the fun one, but also the thing that gives summer evenings a bit more personality. Great for garden movie nights, football, kids’ parties, or just making a warm evening feel more of an occasion without loads of fuss.
Compact black rattan bistro set
A good little bistro set can make even a small patio or garden corner feel much more put together. This one looks smart, has strong reviews, and feels like a good-value way to create a comfortable outdoor seating spot without spending a fortune
A good set of outdoor glasses makes summer drinks feel much nicer without the worry of smashed glass in the garden. The best ones look smart, feel a bit elevated, and are actually nice enough to use when you’ve got people over.
Stylish unbreakable outdoor glasses
Large ice cube molds
A small buy, but one that makes summer drinks feel much more considered. Big cubes or ice spheres melt more slowly and instantly make a simple drink feel a bit smarter, whether it’s water, juice, cocktails or something a bit stronger
Solar garden spotlights
An easy way to make the garden feel more finished once the sun starts to go down. Good solar spotlights add atmosphere, pick out paths or planting, and make outdoor space feel much more inviting without loads of effort.
