During the warmer months, a backyard can quickly become a household’s most used space, whether you’re enjoying a meal al fresco, hosting guests for a BBQ, or spending quality time with loved ones. The key to creating an inviting outdoor space is all in the decor, and if you’re on a budget, St. Vincent de Paul thrift stores are a great place to start! We carry a wide array of backyard items at a lesser price than regular retailers. Anything can be achieved with a clear vision and some creativity! Keep reading for affordable tips you can implement today to upgrade your outside space.
Establish Your Seating Space
A key element in creating an inviting space is the seating and where people will mainly stay and relax. This includes chairs, benches, coffee tables, pillows, etc. While patio furniture sets can be costly when buying them new, they are often donated to our thrift stores. And you can find gently used furniture, tables, and chairs at your local St. Vincent de Paul thrift stores.
Pro Tip: easily revamp furniture, such as a chair or table, simply by painting or spray painting them to the color of your liking for a new finished look.
(Images taken from SVDPLA Thrift store in Los Angeles and Long Beach)
Equip Your Backyard with Cozy Essentials
Turn your backyard into your oasis with inviting accessories to elevate the comfort level. Pile on pillows with durable outdoor fabrics in vibrant colors and eye-catching patterns. You can also add throw blankets for cooler evenings and an outdoor-friendly rug to add a cozy indoor touch to the outdoors. To give this idea a budget friendly-spin, shop secondhand stores (like SVDPLA) for accessories. You never know what gems you’ll find with aisles and rows dedicated to pillows, blankets, and more!
(Image taken from SVDPLA Thrift store in Los Angeles)
Add a Fire Element
BBQs and fire pits can take your backyard from a sham to glam. They’re staple pieces that will turn your backyard into a destination. Shoppers are often delighted to see we sell these items at affordable prices.
(Image taken from SVDPLA Thrift store in Los Angeles)
Lights On!
Lighting is essential in all spaces, whether for functional purposes or to help set the mood. Add a sparkle to your backyard with endless lighting options, from string lights to drape around to spotlights or a homey floor lamp. The key here is keeping a warm glow that is not too bright or distracting, so be mindful when choosing the type of lightbulb.
(Image taken from SVDPLA Thrift store in Los Angeles)
Add Greenery
Flowers and plants can bring calming and peaceful energy to your space. Get creative here with the type of greenery you choose and the pot they will live in. Upcycling is a fun way to create unique moments. You’re bound to find something at secondhand stores, from unique glassware you can turn into a vase or flower pot to gently used traditional pots and more. Adding unique pieces with a touch of creativity is an easy way to add personality to your space.
