Do you need to furnish your new space but your budget is so 
tight you can't squeeze a nickel between the paycheck and the 
checkbook? Then bring the outdoors inside! Outdoor and garden 
furniture and accessories can make your room look bright and 
cheerful without spending a fortune! Here's how:

1. A rustic redwood picnic table makes a great dining room 
   table! Paint it or leave it natural. Cut foam to fit the 
   benches and upholster with a cheery plaid or bright color. 
   Attach with fabric ties and voila! Comfortable seating!

2. Wooden Adirondack chairs (the inexpensive type!) from the 
   garden center (or your own backyard) can be painted in bright 
   colors. Just add matching pillows for comfortable family or 
   living room seating.

3. Want a window seat? Just place a garden arch with a built in 
   bench in front of the window. Upholster a foam cushion to 
   provide more comfort and add ivy and a small reading light 
   to the arch.

4. Faux stone garden benches make great coffee tables. Place in 
   front of your wicker furniture for a romantic look. Or use a 
   small wooden bench for a more rustic look!

5. You can make a beautiful folding screen out of garden 
   trellis! All you need is a piece of scrap trellis and wood. 
   Just make a frame out of 1 by 1 inch wood slats. Staple or 
   tack trellis which cut to fit the opening to the back of 
   the frame. Paint white or let your imagination run wild!

6. Have you seen the new white (and inexpensive) resin rockers? 
   They would be a bright addition to any room. Imagine them 
   with red and white striped or gingham cushions!

You don't have to spend a mint to decorate! All it costs is a 
little imagination and a trip to the backyard!