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1. A set of outdoor LED lights featuring 64 feet of twinkling bulbs which will transform your backyard from dark and bland to a dreamy fairy garden.
Perfect Holiday is a small shop on Etsy located in Los Angeles that specializes in LED lights and Christmas novelties. Get up to 164 feet of string lights that you can customize to your liking. You can even adjust the settings so that the lights flicker or flash — just make sure to cover them when it rains as it's not waterproof.
Promising review: "Love these lights! I was surprised by how flexible their wiring is. It was super easy to wind them around my metal bookcase — much easier than regular Christmas string lights would have been." —Zoë Crabtree
Get it from Perfect Holiday on Etsy for $15+ (available in six colors and three lengths).
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2. A tiny tabletop fireplace so anyone with a shred of outdoor space can enjoy the warmth and coziness of a bonfire — s'mores anyone?
1Man1Garage is a small business based in Nashville, Tennessee, that creates handcrafted outdoor decor and wall art. You can order this with or without the sand and rocks. The only thing that you will need to purchase separately is the 2.6-oz. gel fuel cans, which you can get from Amazon.
Promising review: "Soooo cute and easy to put together. We bought a clear spray to put on to protect it and because we actually really liked the look of the burned side. Boyfriend and I bought it to make s'mores for Valentine's. It was a perfect night in." —Bethany Schneider
Get it from 1Man1Garage on Etsy for $26+ (available in four styles).
3. An outdoor puffy blanket you'll toss your old outdoor blankie for since dirt and moisture will slide right off, meaning goodbye stains and hello warmth and coziness.
Rumpl is a small shop that creates outdoor and indoor blankets to keep you cozy year-round.
Promising review: "Super blanket with so many uses. Perfect for enjoying an outdoor movie, easy to clean, and I love that stuff doesn’t stick to it. I am planning on getting one for my dogs for the car in the winter. They pack back into their small case making them super portable and great to have on hand just in case!" —Lisa S.
4. A complete retro cornhole set hand painted to add some ~groovy~ vibes to your next backyard BBQ, because, let's face it, you can't have a cookout without this classic backyard game.
Shop Cornhole is a small shop on Etsy specializing in producing unique and personalizable cornhole sets. These fun things for your backyard also include the bean bags.
Promising review: "We love our new cornhole set! We used it for the first time yesterday and were pleased with the quality and appearance of the boards. They're beautiful and I love the natural colors. We look forward to using it at my sisters' wedding in a couple weeks. Thank you!!!" —Vanessa Weseman
Get it from Shop Cornhole on Etsy for $206.99 (available in 19 bag colors).
5. A whimsical garden stake of Big Foot carrying a couple cold ones because even a giant furry monster likes to pop open an adult beverage every once in a while.
Arc Kraft LLC is a small shop on Etsy that specializes in metal and steel wall art and home decor.
Promising review: "Well made, arrived quickly, and will be a perfect addition to our personal beer garden (just a spot in the garden where we drink beer, LOL)." —Christy King
Get it from Arc Kraft LLC on Etsy for $29+ (available in three sizes and two colors).
6. A collapsible beer table to avoid having to precariously balance your drink on uneven grass as you play a round of lawn games. Oh, and did we mention it also holds snacks AND has a built-in bottle opener?
Faircraft, is a small shop on Etsy based in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, specializing in sustainable home goods. The stand has room for two drinks and a snack in the center bowl.
Promising review: "I love this piece so much. It's perfect for people who love to spend time outside drinking cold ones." —Sarah Smiles
7. A copper cattail wind chime combining whimsical sounds with nature so you feel as though your stepping into your own magical secret garden.
Wind and Fire Chimes is a small shop on Etsy that creates custom wind chimes, bird feeders, and yard art.
Promising review: "These copper cattails made the perfect addition to my garden waterfall area. We were delighted with them and as a bonus, they sound like wind chimes when the wind blows against them." —Amy Ranger
Get it from Wind and Fire Chimes on Etsy for $49.95+ (available engraved and in a set of two).
8. A classic Adirondack chair made with a curved bottom and slightly reclined backing for a smooth seating assignment that's just begging you to go outside and kick your feet up.
Evergreen Patio is a small shop on Etsy that specializes in handcrafted Adirondack chairs and firepits.
Promising review: "We are so happy with these chairs! They were easy to assemble and the mahogany color is even more beautiful in person. They look and feel so durable — like they will withstand both sun and rain, which was important to us as they will be in our Oregon backyard. They are also comfortable. Thank you!" —mganow
Get it from Evergreen Patio on Etsy for $259+ (available in 15 colors).
9. A backyard citronella candle decorated with natural flowers *so* gorgeous you'll be tempted not to light these up....until you hear those pesky mosquitos, then all bets are off.
Sage Moon Soaps is a small woman-owned shop on Etsy that creates handcrafted all-natural soaps and candles.
Promising review: "Beautifully made. The scent is a strong but a pleasant citronella, which tells me the mosquitoes won't know that I exist 🤞. The wood bowl gives it a chic rustic look and the natural decorations are lovely. I am very happy with my purchase." —19jmb77
Get it from Sage Moon Soaps on Etsy for $43+ (available in two colors and two finishes).
10. A couple of alien outdoor statues with glowing lights, so you can *finally* achieve your goal of a quirky ~otherworldy~ space your friends will label totally out of this world.
Mimo Magic Hut is a small shop on Etsy that provides unique outdoor decor for your home.
Promising review: "They are great in my garden, the eyes glow at night, and I get a lot of positive feedback from my friends." —tamtam6892
Get it from Mimo Magic Hut on Etsy for $36.85+ (available in three styles).
11. An outdoor table set to gather your friends and family around for a good ol' fashion dinner under the stars with plenty of space to spare.
Garden Furniture Goods is a small family-owned shop on Etsy located in the United Kingdom that specializes in crafting homemade outdoor garden furniture.
Promising review: "Fantastic furniture and you couldn’t believe the quality for the price-point! I’ve already recommended it to friends. They recommend upon delivery that you use a stain that’s oil based! I used Cuprinol clear coat and it had an amazing finish." —Chris St. Denis
Get it from Garden Furniture Goods on Etsy for $473.14.
12. A reclaimed wood bench swing that'll push your backyard decor game to ~new heights~ by providing some rustic charm you can cherish for years.
Grindstone Design is a woman-owned small shop on Etsy that hand crafts wooden decor, furniture, and outdoor and garden pieces from reclaimed barn wood in Missouri. The swing can hold up to 398 pounds and comes with the wooden seat and manila rope that should be installed on a sturdy tree limb.
Promising review: "This swing is beautiful! I love the rustic look to it and how durable it is. It’s a beautiful addition to our backyard aesthetically, and my daughters love to play on it." —Victoria Lynch
Get it from Grindstone Design on Etsy for $223 (available in two rope options).
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13. A handwoven hammock which is basically the embodiment of a hug that'll whisper "Hey, come here and take a load off" when you've had a long day and just wanna stare up at the sky and destress.
Yellow Leaf Hammocks is a family-owned small shop that creates handmade hammocks to lounge in.
Promising review: "That is the best nap I have had in a long time. I could listen to the birds in the trees. There was just a slight breeze and I felt so relaxed. It was so peaceful I just drifted off to slumberland and when I woke up I was so refreshed." —Chris R.
Get it from Yellow Leaf Hammocks for $199+ (available in two sizes and 14 colors).
14. A custom metal sign whose sleek shiny exterior will make your yard go from basic to one your guests won't ever forget. No, but actually, once your name, address, and/or date is engraved, they'll always remember your house is THE house to be at.
Enfo Dream is a small shop on Amazon that creates custom metal art for your home. Put your details into the personalization box before adding it to your cart.
Promising review: "I love it!!! The fine quality workmanship was better than I had expected. I am proud to have it hanging on our home!" —lward220
Get it from Enfo Dream on Amazon for $19.95+.
15. A daydreaming head planter that'll transform your precious plant babies into a work of art while giving them a funky new home to blush about.
Planter Earth is a small shop on Etsy specializing in unique planters and garden markers.
Promising review: "Oh my gosh I love this planter! I purchased a succulent to put in it today knowing that as the plant grows it will look more and more like hair. Love this 💕!" —Sherry Nomura
Get it from Planter Earth on Etsy for $24.60.
16. A handmade beveled glass wind chime *so* mesmerizing it'll draw you outside every day just to gaze at it in admiration 😍.
Almanor Art Glass is a small biz based in Chester, California, crafting beautiful glass pieces.
Promising review: "I love it. This is an amazingly beautiful wind chime. I owned wind chime similar to this, and when it broke, I hunted for one to replace it but it had been difficult because this is very unique. This one is even prettier with more detail." —Mary Jones
Get it from Almanor Art Glass on Etsy for $54.50 (available in two sizes).
17. A water-resistant cushion providing comfort and simple style without the fear of water damage, so even bad weather can't ~rain on your parade~ — or in this case, outdoor lounge session.
Floor Cushions is a small shop on Etsy that hand makes floor cushions, pallet cushions, rugs, and sofas. If you're looking for a particular size not offered in the drop down box, then add your dimensions to the personalization box underneath before adding this to your cart.
Promising review: "Ordered these cushion covers for a pallet couch I built and I am in love. The color is perfect and they are more comfortable than my living room couch." —hilary eames
Get it from Floor Cushions on Etsy for $136+ (available in two sizes and two materials).
18. A mini picnic table your squirrel friends can enjoy munching their favorite snacks in while you standby (camera in hand) ready to post ~all~ the cuteness.
Delgado Handcrafted Treasures is a family-owned small business based in Akron, OH, making handmade woodcrafts and yard art.
Promising review: "This is the most precious little picnic table I have ever seen! I smile every time I look outside my window and see my favorite squirrel having a buffet. Juan was unbelievably fast in making and sending this feeder to me. I am so pleased with the attention to detail and craftsmanship. Will absolutely be doing business with him again!" —Grace
Get it from Delgado Handcrafted Treasures on Etsy for $35.
19. A wood lantern offering a simple way to ~glow up~ your backyard that will always greet you with a warm candlelit glow.
Millers Art is a small shop on Etsy that specializes in handcrafted art on rustic wood.
Promising review: "I absolutely love these!!! So simple and rustic, but gorgeous!!! Thank you so much for the whimsical silly cut-out smiles on these, too. You can’t find that hardly anywhere." —Tracy Cook
Get it from Millers Art Etsy for $30+ (available in 12 styles and sizes).
20. A personalized outdoor pillow for greeting your guests and setting the tone right off: cozy and welcoming, of course.
Gift A Pillow is a family-owned small shop on Etsy that creates personalized pillows for basically any occasion. Add your last name in the personalization box before you add it to your cart.
Promising review: "Great quality and they look great with our deck lounge chairs. Can't wait for warm weather!" —Jennie
Get it from Gift A Pillow on Etsy for $36.95.
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