The Bean Bag Blog

I love party food that allows the host to relax (especially when that's me). But, it must still impress the guests with my culinary prowess — ideally looking considerably trickier...

Can outdoor seating to be seriously comfortable, without the need to cover it every time a rain shower threatens? Yes! The secret is in the fabric.

The Paris Olympic Games open this summer on Friday 26th July - the perfect excuse for a party! Avoid sack races and Olympic Torch ice cream cones, and enjoy an Olympic garden...

...and why they're the comfiest chairs you'll ever sit on! I spent hours designing and making multiple versions of the Armadillo Sun bean bag chair to find the perfect shape...

A deck chair is essential for the classic British trip to the seaside. But will it sink into the sand and tilt you out the side? Does it wobble precariously when...

Shopping inspiration for a patio bursting with colour. Colourful garden furniture brings an outdoor space to life year-round. Outdoor furniture is traditionally delivered in subdued and muted hues, so I've...

It’s easy to be frightened of strong colours and bold patterns in the garden and opt instead for muted neutrals. Here's my step-by-step guide to adding the colour you want into your garden...

With tables and chairs sinking awkwardly into the stones, can gravel be used as a comfortable patio seating area? Read my 7 essential tips for building a gravel patio that...

Have you had enough of rushing outside to gather up the outdoor cushions at the first hint of rain? Choosing waterproof fabric might seem the solution. I disagree!

If you love family BBQs and laidback garden parties, you'll want to make your garden a wonderfully inviting space for outdoor entertaining. Whether you are revamping your whole garden, or...

I love giving and receiving flowers - but I also love tweaking traditions! There are so many lovely small businesses creating beautiful things that are perfect for special occasions like...

We know how important fresh air is to our wellbeing but, when your personal outdoor space is a balcony, sitting outside might not feel like an option.  I'm here to...