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1. A wicker furniture set to get your staycation off to a flying start. With this in your backyard, you'll have the perfect place for movie marathons, board game nights, and crafts with the whole family. As a bonus, this set is pretty neutral in design, so it can complement any existing outdoor decor without changing its entire look.
2. A rocker loveseat that helps you make good use of #OOO time by giving you a front-row seat to the great outdoors. You can place this loveseat in your garden, in front of a tree, on your patio, and voila! A welcoming, cozy home retreat is all yours!
3. A bistro set to add some coastal grandmother vibes to your deck, with plenty of room to spare. BTW, this set can come in handy for any staycation in so many ways: for a family barbeque, an al fresco picnic with your roomie, or a cocktail party with all your best buds.
4. A patio cushion if you want to breathe new life into old patio furniture on the cheap and replace old cushions that are uncomfortable and have seen better days. Trust me, sitting on this cushion with a glass of wine in your hand and listening to your latest podcast will feel like pure staycation bliss.
5. A throw pillow so you always have a visual reminder to take a deep breath, relax, and give your phone a short siesta. You can also count on this to add a stylish touch to any hammock, bench, or rocking chair, especially one that needs color.
6. Or a set of two pillows if you can't just have one. These pillows come in three sizes, so you can mix and match them to add texture and color to any chair, chaise, or loveseat.
7. A wood-burning firepit, so you can give your patio some pizzazz and become a master of campfire cuisine, even if you've never stepped foot on a campground before. Even better, this firepit costs less than $50, proving that the best backyard upgrades don't have to break the bank.
8. Or this modern wood-burning fire pit that adds some instant mid-century coolness to your backyard. Speaking of cool, this firepit has everything you need to get things sizzling: a built-in cooking grill, ash guard, poker, a solid lid, and a rain cover.
9. A set of solar firework lights, because if your idea of a relaxing staycation is spending the night stargazing under your comfiest blanket, these will make the whole experience shine bright. These also have a long working time (6–8 hours), so they can light up any walkway, tree, or flower bed for hours.
10. Or these solar lights with pretty lily flowers, which, when they illuminate at night, can totally pass for magical sun drop flowers from Tangled. While these won't give your hair magical powers, they will light your yard for a solid eight hours. That counts for something, right?
11. A squirrel bird feeder, because if Snow White is the Disney princess you vibe most with, you'll want something to take care of all your magical animal friends. Combine this with other garden statues (your garden gnome looks a bit lonely, by the way) to add some depth and whimsicality to your garden.
12. An outdoor frog statue if you're looking for an instant BFF for the squirrel feeder I showed you. While the frog itself goes with all the greenery of your garden, the red mushroom grabs eyes and adds a lovely pop of color to your space.
13. A solar-lighted pedestal bird bath helps wildlife thrive by day and provides soft ambiance lighting in your yard at night. There's also a built-in planter near the base of this birdbath so you can showcase your beautiful blooms, big or small.
14. A stone-tiered water fountain, because if you plan on making your backyard a stay-cation yoga retreat, this will help you set the mood. If you rather spend your staycation fine-tuning your gardening skills, this fountain helps create an easy focal point, so you can plant around it to create a breathtaking display.
15. An indoor/outdoor area rug that will transport your backyard to the tropics without the need for a plane ticket. Bonus: the palm tree print on this rug elongates any patio, making it appear larger than it actually is.
16. Or this shabby chic-style rug so you can give your deck some Bohemian vibes with a splash of color. But it’s not just pretty: this rug is made from weather-resistant materials that stand up to the elements.
17. A tree hammock for busy bees that can only take a quick staycation of maybe an hour tops. You've got a lot to do these days (I feel you, babe), so at least you'll have a place to shut your eyes, tune out the noise, and let out a deep sigh.
18. Or a hanging hammock chair if you want to size up. When you climb into this chair and your feet are off the ground, the breeze is just right and the crickets start chirping, you'll wonder why people book vacations away from home in the first place.
19. A comfy pouf that makes your hard-working feet feel like they've got a pillow all to themselves. I mean, your feet are already doing so much for you, so they deserve a little staycation too.
20. A wicker bar table because it's one of those double-duty essentials you can do so much with in your yard. Here are some ideas that you can totally steal: a home bar, a kitchen island when grilling, and even a makeshift fortress for the kiddos when you push it together with other pieces of furniture.
21. A double-decker plant stand if you're all for decor pieces that offer double the utility. Obviously, you can use this stand to store plants and herbs. However, you can also hold drinks and snacks as you watch your favorite show or catch up with your latest page-turner.
22. A set of string fairy lights that'll make any staycation a colorful one. Wrap these all around the porch, grab the family together, and you'll have a light show right in your own backyard. You'll be the envy of the neighborhood, trust me!
23. A purrfect cat wind chime for when you want to enjoy some quality R&R in real-time without needing the help of a calming app. Not shaming our apps (they power our lives in so many ways), but there is something truly magical about feeling nature in all its glory.
24. A pack of four decorative sculptures if you want your backyard to be the bee's knees (pun intended) of the block. With these little critters mounted on your fence, shed, or porch, your hive will look more inviting than before.
25. Or these patio/fence wall sculptures that will add some charm to trees, fences, statues, fountains, and beyond. From ladybugs to flowers to ants, these allow your creativity to run wild!
26. A set of hanging tropical birds if you really want to make your backyard a total hoot. As these are larger, they are perfect for hanging on doors, fences, or patio walls.
27. A solar-lighted umbrella you can use as a staycation secret weapon, especially when the kids start getting bored. Here's how: use this to illuminate movie night, add some spooky mood lighting to ghost stories, or make any pajama party under the stars extra special.
28. Or a thatched umbrella because if you're not a beach person because of sunburn, bug bites, and endless sand to clean up in your car, this allows you to enjoy a beach-inspired look without having to set foot on one.
29. A beanbag chair because, IMO, enjoying the night sky beats watching an IMAX movie, and this will give you the best seat in the house.
30. A bench-ottoman, so you'll have a place to unwind and store all your backyard stuff. While this bench is pretty on its own, you can also add plants, throw pillows, or garden statues to spice it up.
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