These days, the yard is a palette for personal expression. And decorating in the garden is as mainstream as entertaining outdoors. Garden Decorating demonstrates how to translate interior style and design to exterior spaces.Ahead-of-the-crowd ideas satisfy creative urges: Build fire pits, rain chains, and garden-hose fountains Utilize architectural salvage Showcase antique garden furnishings Turn garden trimmings into graceful trellises New approaches appeal to gardeners and decorators alike: Feature furnishings and art Design with garden objects Emphasize livability Prioritize low maintenance Outdoor decor to make the yard look and feel even more like home: Personal style Structural elements Ornamentation Functional embellishments