Shopping for Outdoor Furniture? Avoid These 5 Mistakes!

[@liv4wkn632]

So glad we all have a Garden BFF to watch and enjoy 👩🏼‍🌾🌱🪴💚

[@HelloGarden]

So happy to have found all my people here! 😊 BTW, mentioned one of your comments in my last Q&A. 😉

[@liv4wkn632]

@@HelloGarden I saw that this morning and forwarded the video to my boys 😆

[@kaychaney6102]

Wow. You spoke to me! I’m looking for an outdoor dining table and you helped me think in a new way. Thank you.

[@HelloGarden]

YES! I’m so glad!!! Take your time… the perfect table for you will show up when you’re ready. ☺️

[@KenIvywood]

I’m glad to hear that everything does not need to be matchie match. We have a metal set that was my mother’s had it professionally painted and it turned out beautiful and it reminds me that it was loved by my mother. Makes it so special.

[@HelloGarden]

I am a BIG advocate for making all spaces personal. There is no “right” way to do a garden. 🌱

[@wendycole703]

I need a friend like you. I have over a acre and would luv ❤️ to have more raised beds. I take care of my husband and life gets difficult and sad but I found out these videos lift me up ❤❤

[@HelloGarden]

Wendy, it’s a huge journey being a wife and caregiver. I can’t imagine how difficult that is. Know I’m sending you a big hug! 🤗

[@judyandrews1605]

Love it! So your destination zone, for example, you want your furniture to be comfy and cozy which means comfy seating with cushions, pillows and throws. How do you handle that in a rainy area? I have metal benches and rocking chairs and have cushions stored nearby but don’t like to go get them each time I want to sit and take a break and then have to put them back up or worse, forget to put them up. I know the sunbrella fabric is durable but it’s not pleasant to sit on after a rain shower. Easy solution??? BTW, your channel has become my first go to!!!

[@HelloGarden]

Oh my gosh. Thank you so much!!! So that’s a tricky situation. It just requires work. Sadly. I wish I had an awesome hack for you! However, I never totally freak out if I leave it out. But it’s worth noting that investing in a deck box is a good idea… or a proper cover. For our dining table, we purchased a cover to protect it during fall/winter when we aren’t out there as much.

[@pattyvalinote4612]

There’s the old saying you get what you paid for. Buy cheap get cheap. I have had a patio table and chairs for 18 years. I protect it in the winter with a cover, clean it every spring. It is still in great shape! Your new table will be gorgeous!

[@HelloGarden]

Absolutely true. My dad and I always used to say “buy the best and you only cry once” (referencing to forking over $$$ for that big purchase.) but I found it’s so true. And I love encouraging people to look around! There were some very expensive tables I saw that were NOT good quality. It was actually super surprising. It sounds like you made an awesome purchase. 18 years is incredible for outdoor furniture! My hat is off to you. 💕

[@stefmcclure9386]

Excellent advice! I can't wait to see your spaces when you get your new furniture!

[@KarenDole-i1f]

So right on. I bought my round glass and iron outdoor dinning table and 4 plastic chairs 27 yrs ago. The table is still with me and the chairs change as the plastic wears out. It is easy to haul out to the street for our neighborhood potlucks and stack the chairs away until needed. I've always wanted an outdoor living room instead of the fold up camping chairs I've had for years. Realized that I don’t have that many people over and enjoy sitting in my garden as a putter after the weeds. So finally invested in two nice arm chairs with thick cushions. I finally gave away my wood glider of 26 years that I rarely used and got two chair rockers with thick comfy cushions. I enjoy my front garden and porch again. So totally agree with you, know yourself and zones and how to enjoy your space. Wait until you can afford the quality pieces.

[@HelloGarden]

You bring up such a good point that I didn’t even mention! The dining room chairs we chose are stackable. This is HUUUUGE when you live in a small home. And that is an EPIC life for an outdoor table. Good job!

[@gracehSF]

Such great tips! I was sadly disappointed with my last purchase of an inexpensive bistro set. I didn’t realize it was not sealed and it almost immediately started oxidizing. A coat of Rustoleum paint helped, but it was never the same. Time for an investment piece.

[@juliamorrisey5541]

The notes on considerations when measuring your space were very helpful.

[@HelloGarden]

Oh good! I’ve said it before, but this was a super fun video to pull together. I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

[@gardengirl649]

I hope we get to follow you on your purchases for the other outdoor spaces. It would be so helpful.

[@HelloGarden]

Rest assured, you get a front row seat to the evolution of these spaces. 😉 I think seeing the process and reasoning behind choices is so fun!

[@petefredrick3784]

Cheers! So much goodness in this video! My husband and I are finally at a point in our lives that we don't buy cheap. I look until I've found a piece that speaks to me and it will last. Thanks Kate!

[@HelloGarden]

I’m so glad you liked it! I really loved making this video because I’m like you… I don’t mind waiting for quality anymore. The perfect piece always shows up!

[@Mymar5]

I would love Rafael from park winters to evaluate your outdoor space. It would be very interesting

[@HelloGarden]

Oh man… Can you imagine how amazing that would be?!? I wish I had lots of funds to fly him up and give him a limitless credit card! He is a GENIUS and also so much fun. 😍

[@Cynthia-zz1vi]

Can’t wait to see your new purchases and the set up, great informative video

[@HelloGarden]

I’m so excited to share! Funny enough, I think working in that tiny patio might be a great inspirational move for those on a budget with small spaces… stay tuned! 😊

[@nancybaldridge2137]

I am so looking forward to your future projects❤

[@HelloGarden]

@@nancybaldridge2137 Awww... thank you! It's so fun to have a wonderful community to share it all with!

[@billdunlop2390]

Tip #1 is so true.

[@HelloGarden]

Thank you! 💕

[@najwaseiya]

Nice sharing, many thanks💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞

[@HelloGarden]

You’re so welcome and many thanks to you for watching! 💕

[@kimberlysanet8667]

You are an excellent teacher!

[@HelloGarden]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@jagodaperich-anderson5058]

I too love to be in my garden in the mornings, coffee before people and shaded relaxing areas. Great advice in this video. Would you be willing to do a video on your design visions for your entire property sometime?

[@HelloGarden]

Oh I hadn’t thought about that but I’ll add it to my list of videos to make! Thanks so much for being here and always cheering me on. Love seeing your name in my comments! 😍

[@jagodaperich-anderson5058]

@@HelloGarden Love that you're making these fantastic videos, especially since you're in my same garden zone. :-)

[@linditty169]

Oh Kate you know how to give great advice, love the chairs, where did you order them from?

[@barbarabranstetter1784]

Good advice Kate 👍

[@HelloGarden]

Thanks so much, Barbara! 🌱

[@kayla5978]

Thank you!

[@HelloGarden]

You're welcome! I'm so very glad my mistakes can be beautiful teaching moments for others.

[@jessicacook8186]

Eclectic reflection...love it! Great video!

[@HelloGarden]

Thank you so much!!! I really loved filming this video. It was so fun!

[@sivlow264]

Wow! Lots of great information. And thank you for again opening my mind to a new way of thinking. Have an amazing day😊

[@HelloGarden]

Awww… thank you so much! Have a beautiful day! 💕

[@Happilyretired65]

Love your channel found you from watching Janey. You are very wise I wish someone taught me container gardening many years ago you are a master! And now this episode so true and brings out method of consideration about your spaces before you rush out to furnish again for me 20 years too late but never too late to learn! Made the outdoor seating poor choice because I wanted the look so bought what I could afford. Not only did we rarely use it the quality was poor. You don’t have to buy every furniture grouping you like just the ones you will actually use. And you are right on about sunbrella fabric. I just purchased a new umbrella and after much research choose one with sunbrella fabric and a 5 year guarantee. I have had pillows in the past that held up perfectly same fabric. Thank you for you informative insights. Can’t wait to see how your dining patio turns out. Just loved watching you with Janey, Michael and Robbie. Looked like so much fun.

[@HelloGarden]

Oh my gosh. Thank you so much for supporting me by following all these gardening adventures! And I have been there… learning my lessons with unfortunate purchases before I knew better. I always hope my mistakes can save others the same grief! 🌸

[@Happilyretired65]

@@HelloGarden my best friend is starting over after a divorce and will soon be looking for a new home. I was just telling her about this furniture video and your containers and garden. You will have another supporter 🙂.

[@HelloGarden]

@@Happilyretired65 Well send her my love as she starts this new grand adventure! And thank you for sending her my way!

[@Joseph-w3z]

​@@HelloGardenI I'm learning alot honey 🍯

[@dinac7361]

So much information,great ideas ,love it!!

[@HelloGarden]

Thanks for watching!!! I loved pulling this video together. 🌸

[@sharonbannister6564]

So helpful!

[@HelloGarden]

Oh I’m so glad! I loved creating this video… because I have made most of these mistakes. 😆

[@rhondaschenk5727]

I loved this video, Kate. Lots of gold nuggets to think about!

[@HelloGarden]

Man. I actually had so much fun pulling this one together! I feel like I just told you all every mistake I’ve made and what I’ve learned. I’m so happy you’ve found wisdom in my sharing!

[@judyrhine234]

I know you’re restricted with camera shots but it would be really nice to back up and scroll around and show the area. I’d really enjoy seeing the area around you.❤❤❤

[@HelloGarden]

Awww… someday I’ll show you all the weeds. 😆 But in all seriousness, let me think about how I would film that. I’m

[@newt52864]

Great tips !!!

[@HelloGarden]

Thanks for watching! 😍

[@elenacortese7031]

Do you think that I can place garden furniture directly on the grass?

[@jeaniemcdaris8276]

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[@Pipscape]

Me: I'm a hermit who likes to drink tea alone in my garden near my patio pots of citrus and herbs and flowers while I watch the cats chase squirrels and the bees dance from flower to flower. Reality: we own a pool and are therefore The Summer Party house - we needs tons of chairs, tables, umbrellas, cushions, towels, floaties and toys and sail shades...and fewer bees near the patio. Garden hermit vs. But you own a pool and it's sooooooo hot friends. 😜😆

[@HelloGarden]

🤣🤣🤣 You poor thing! Can you carve out a little hidden spot to indulge in all your hermit desires?!? Or at least invest in an eye mask and noise canceling headphones. Ha! 🎧

[@Pipscape]

@@HelloGarden Lol! Spoken like someone who has never owned a pool. 😂 They are so expensive and so much freakin' work. But it came with the house, soooo that's how it is. I'm working on it, but I have to move a ton of dirt and deconstruct some old garden boxes and a broken trellis, and then build a privacy screen, and then extend a gravel path into a small sitting corner. Mini-major project. 😜😅💪

[@HelloGarden]

@@Pipscape Ummmmm... that is NO small project. You got this!

[@Pipscape]

@@HelloGarden Keep the inspiration coming! I love watching garden design and all the agony and ecstasy that goes into remaking a space. 💪💖

[@jennetteojeda5792]

💖🌸👍🏻🌸💖

[@andreadelorenzo2708]

You’re my new favorite person ❤ Thank you for your wisdom and creativity! You have inspired me!! Please don’t stop sharing. Thankful to Janie @digplantwaterrepeat for introducing me to you

[@HelloGarden]

Oh man. I needed your comment today! For some reason, this video isn’t getting much traction, but I loved creating it for all of you! I’m gonna keep going anyway. 😉 And always huge love to Janey… she introduced me to all of you!