ABOVE Create the perfect spot to enjoy the sights and sounds of the garden – blankets and cushions offer comfort to a wrought-iron bench. Wrought-iron garden bench, from £725 and all textiles and accessories, Susie Watson Designs LEFT Give wooden furniture a lick of paint in a natural colour for a smart and long-lasting finish. Swing seat in Harley Green, £73.50 for 2.5l Intelligent Exterior Eggshell, Little Greene BELOW LEFT Rattan furniture is an elegant choice, and easy to move around to enjoy a tête-à-tête in the sunshine. Taransay three-piece lounge set, £499, Barker & Stonehouse BELOW RIGHT A linen tablecloth is an informal yet elegant choice for an al fresco lunch or supper,
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perhaps with freshly cut flowers from the garden placed in a pitcher to decorate. Ash pink linen tablecloth, £82, Rowen & Wren ABOVE RIGHT Bright stripes are a classic and versatile choice. Sun collection, from £55 to £79 a metre, Casul at Houlès RIGHT Echo country garden planting with a bright floral outdoor fabric choice. Manchu outdoor fabric, £44 a metre, Designers Guild FAR RIGHT Larger gardens can allow for a spot for dining as well as a seating area for relaxed drinks. A drinks trolley will minimise trips back to the kitchen for a top up. Moreton Kubu entertaining trolley, £396; and all other accessories, The White Company
