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1. An inflatable projector screen so you can host the most epic outdoor movie nights your cul-de-sac has ever seen! No more projecting movies onto the side of your house and wondering if you're looking at an important detail of the movie or just an impurity on your wall.
This comes with tethers, yard stakes, a professional built-in air blower, and a handy carrying bag.
Don't forget to grab a projector!
Promising review: "I never write reviews but I had to with this product and I'm going to be very honest. I did so much homework on this product and I'm so glad I did because it was everything I wanted. The fan isn't loud at all, I forgot there was even a fan that's how good it was. It was very quiet. I will say invest in a speaker and use it for your sound, it's much better. Also, the clarity of the picture was great!!! Very crisp and clear. The setup was easy, I live in a windy area but if you use the stakes properly it won't blow at all." —Dre
Get it from Amazon for $119.99+ (available in seven sizes).
2. A poolside rocking chair to upgrade your boring old lounge chairs. These will ~rock~ your world, you may even forget about the new reclining chair you got for your living room.
3. A side table with a little secret…it's also a cooler! Get one for your next BBQ and watch all your guests' eyes grow wider when they finally figure out where you're hiding all the cold drinks!
Promising review: "I was looking for a table to sit between two rockers on my patio and came across this table/cooler combo! It was very easy to assemble and the color matches my patio furniture. It holds a decent amount of beverages too. I recommend adding them in before you add the ice for a better fit. The drain plug was easy to use and in a good place to drain in the grass area next to my patio. It was a great and fun addition that everyone enjoyed using." —Kat C.
Get it from Amazon for $74.69+ (available in two colors).
4. A canopy to protect your backyard oasis from the sun's rays that are sometimes just a bit too much… but not enough that you want to actually go inside.
5. Some waterproof and shatterproof solar-powered outdoor string lights that'll create the perfect, twinkly ambiance to keep your summer parties going long after the sun has set.
Brightech is a small business in Los Angeles that sells indoor and outdoor lighting for the home.
Promising review: "I have had these lights up since the end of September 2022. They lit up right out of the box. They have been through a snowstorm, ice storm, and massive rain, and are still perfect. They are pretty easy to hang. They are shatterproof, which I love. —D Kelly
Get them on Amazon for $39.99+ (available in warm or soft light).
6. A scent-free mosquito repellent to help keep those ~bug~gers away without adding any smells or sounds to your relaxing vibes. Sometimes, you just wanna eat your freshly grilled burgers without worrying about getting eaten alive or having your whole meal flavored with citronella.
This device uses scent-free repellent mats and heat to diffuse the repellent and keep bugs away. You will get max protection in 15 minutes and a 15-foot radius will be included in that zone. The mats last up to four hours and will change color when they need to be changed. The fuel can last up to 12 hours. Grab some replacements here.
Promising review: "My husband bought this Thermacell Repeller so I would stop complaining. I still haven't stopped complaining (sorry, honey), but I have stopped flapping my gums about mosquitos. As long as we were outside around our home, I just wasn't getting a bite. It was miraculous and beautiful. Then, we went to a friend's house. Ouch. They were all over me again. It took me a while to realize (yeah, I'm a little slow) that the reason I wasn't getting bit at home was because my husband had lit the Thermacell each time we were outside. I honestly didn't even realize it was on and running. It doesn't make noise, doesn't product a smell, and doesn't really take up any room at all. Pretty dang amazing. Most everyone who visited this summer has purchased one. I advise you do the same if you're a mosquito magnet like me. It really is a game changer." —Becky C.
Get it from Amazon for $21+ (available in nine colors and two-packs).
7. A portable Cuisinart vertical smoker that'll slow cook brisket, turkey, chicken, or whatever else your heart desires. This is going to revolutionize your backyard BBQs. Be warned, none of your neighbors will ever want to host again once they know what you're cookin' in your yard.
8. A four-piece furniture set to furnish your outdoor space just as well as your indoor living room. I mean come on, grab yourself a refreshing beverage, kick your feet up, and you'll never wanna go inside again.
9. A set of four motion sensor lights so you don't have to worry about tripping over a branch (or yourself…😅) when you walk inside after a long day in the yard.
10. A cedar oil insect killer that is pet- *and* kid-safe so you can feel good about killing those fleas, mosquitoes, beetles, and gnats without harming any of your loved ones in the process.
11. An expandable garden hose, which extends up to three times its normal length to quench the thirst of every last inch of your yard.
12. A raised garden kit easier to put together than most other above-ground gardens — no screws, tools, or pounding into the ground required! The hardest part about it will be deciding what you want to plant.
Timberlane Gardens is a small business based in Homer Glen, Illinois creating cedar-raised garden bed kits, planters, and gardener gifts.
This kit is 3 feet wide x 6 feet long and 6 inches deep.
Promising review: "We were so pleased with these that we immediately ordered a second set! So affordable compared to other raised beds, exactly as described and easy to put together (and the bonus is that they smell so fantastic when you take them out of the box – not going to help the garden, but that certainly helped my mood!) Thank you!! Can't wait for the growing season. :)" —Helen
Get it from Timberlane Gardens on Etsy for $127.20 (originally $159).
13. A set of color-changing inflatable pool lights that are solar powered so you don't have to put in any effort to reap the benefits of these vibey lights. Your pool parties are about to get ~lit.~
These appear white during the day but automatically switch colors at night and can last up to eight hours after being charged in direct sunlight. They also have a loop on the top if you would rather hang them somewhere!
Promising review: "Liked these so much we ordered another set. We’ve had them in our pool 24/7 for almost a year and a half. They’ve lasted through storms, wind, etc. We have only had to add air to them one time and they haven’t gotten dirty or moldy (which was a concern being white). I love that they are solar so no changing batteries or remotes needed. Great fun colors! Highly recommend." —THE HOMME LIFE
Get a set of two from Amazon for $37.99.
14. A hanging hammock chair so comfy you may find yourself taking more than a couple afternoon naps outside. Go ahead and just get one for each member of your family cause you aren't going to want to share.
15. A garden dump cart that'll help you easily move around whatever cumbersome item you have taking up space in your backyard at the moment — dirt, rocks, gourds, you name it, this thing has got you covered up to 600 pounds.
16. A leaf blower/vacuum with a built-in mulcher that'll absolutely change the game when it comes to dealing with leaves and other debris in your yard. Change the function with just the flip of a switch, it's that easy. Yeah, you can go ahead and toss your regular leaf blower and rake.
17. A reliable Weber charcoal grill that'll cook up a ton of food without taking up a ton of space, so even those of us with small backyards can still enjoy that freshly grilled goodness.
18. A rechargeable, waterproof cooler light so you don't crack open a can of Coke only to take a huge sip and realize it's actually Dr. Pepper 🤢.
19. A handy, dandy turf spreader to help you evenly and efficiently spread things like grass seed and fertilizer. Move over Jim, there's a new best kept lawn in town.
20. An aesthetically pleasing firewood rack so you can stop avoiding your firepit because you don't want to walk all the way to the back of your yard to grab some wood. Now you can store it front and center and have it be a lovely focal point piece.
21. A bestselling squirrel picnic table because, let's be honest, you're not the only one living in your backyard. Those adorable little critters deserve a place where they can kick up their feet (paws?) and munch on their nuts.
22. And a bee-proof and drip-free hummingbird feeder so you can encourage all your fast-winged buddies to hang out with you every afternoon.
Copper Hummingbird is a small biz based in Tucson, Arizona. Nancy Biggins, the founder, worked as a zookeeper in the hummingbird aviary at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, so these feeders are the real deal.
Promising review: "This is beautiful. I ordered two so I could hang one off of the other. Within a day, I had birds flocking to it. The copper is so pretty and looks great. Highly recommended." —Jennifer Serafin
Get it from Copper Hummingbird on Etsy for $29.
23. An outdoor heater to provide a little extra heat on those chilly nights, and to make sure your backyard oasis doesn't have an expiration date and instead can be enjoyed all year long.
The heater stands 91 inches tall.
Promising review: "Had a Hampton Bay patio heater from HD that got blown over from the winds and decided to take a chance on an Amazon Basics heater. Surprised at the quality of the heater, sheet metal body seems thicker, and the water-filled base actually helped keep it standing against moderate winds. Wheels helped with moving it around. But the best pro here is that it's around $100 vs. $250 at the stores while being as good or better in quality." —Han
Get it from Amazon for $164.99 (available in two colors).
24. Or a hanging outdoor heater you can mount to your wall or ceiling if you don't want to take up any floor space. Your neighbors might not even know you have them and think you're a little weird for sitting outside in 50 degrees, but you'll actually be super toasty and comfortable.
Promising review: "Finally I can use my deck when it's normally just a little chilly. Great product and easy to set up. I found it easy and quick to install with only four screws. Having the remote is key and I was hoping it had a timer, which it does. The last thing you would want to do is leave this heater running overnight because you or a guest forgot to turn it off. The remote allows you to set the timer from 1–8 hours quickly." —Jim McGimsey
Get it from Amazon for $103.99+ (available in two colors).
25. A pooper scooper so you aren't walking around like you're dodging stinky mines in your own yard. And with this you don't have to touch any steamy 💩.
This comes with one Arm & Hammer swivel bin and rake and two heavy-duty waste bags with activated baking soda to help keep the smell at bay. The handle extends to 32 inches so you won't hurt your back. Grab some extra bags here.
Promising review: "With three dogs, two small and one large, scooping the yard is a never-ending job. But with this, there is no more bending to pick up the doggy droppings. I am able to easily use the rake to push the droppings into the bag-covered bin. When I am done cleaning up the yard, I simply remove the plastic bag from the scoop, tie it off, and dispose. I spray the rake with the hose sprayer and then clip the rake onto the scooper for easy storage. I really like this handy scooper. It makes a very icky job much easier to handle." —Kelly Eldred
Get it from Amazon for $19.49+ (available in two versions).
26. A crack weeder tool designed to get the whole root of the weed so you don't spend all your time trying to rip 'em out by hand just to break it off and make getting the entire thing nearly impossible. Say gooooodbye to those pesky plants growing up between the cracks in your concrete.
Promising review: "I've been searching for something to remove the weeds for a while and came across this amazing tool. Since I refuse to use chemicals in my yard, I've been left with scraped knuckles every time I attempt to remove weeds. The weeds have grown so tightly in the concrete cracks that I pretty much gave up; even weed-whacking it didn't help much. Yes, you do have to use a little bit of effort but the end result was so worth it!" —Shelley Arakaki
Get it from Amazon for $12.95+ (available in nine styles and multipacks).
27. A magnetic screen door so your pets and kiddos can come and go as they please without you having to get up every five minutes when they change their minds…again. This is also a great way to get a nice cool breeze inside without having to swat away a million mosquitoes.
This comes with Velcro so you can easily attach it to your door frame. There are also push pins if you want to make sure it's extra secure.
Promising review: "We got this screen so our dog can go in and out freely without letting the bugs in. At first, he wasn't quite sure about going through it; in fact, he scratched at it, signaling us to open it for him. But after a few training treats, he figured it out. Installation was so easy! The Velcro, fabric, and mesh all seem very good quality. I'm also happy that we can take down the screen in the winter and store it away easily, then just reattach it in the spring. Very happy with my purchase!" —Crystal K
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in three sizes).
The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.