Take holiday outdoors

Courtney Mueller -- Casual Living, 1/1/2005 12:00:00 AM

Holiday decorating for the indoors may come easier than perking up the outdoors for the season, but many manufacturers now provide stylish options to transform the outdoors into a merry and festive living area.

Consumers can snuggle up in front of an outdoor firepit with fern or henna throws, part of Textillery Weavers' Sunbrella Collection.

Tradition and trendiness combine in the whimsical Retro Santa Collection of holiday dinner- and serveware from Zak Designs.

Faux berries in red and natural green leaves will add festivity to outdoor wall decor with ARTEflorum's 18-inch wreath.

Homeowners can pass around holiday treats with Decor Home's double basket, made of painted metal with an antique green finish.

Perfect for home decorating and gift giving, Holiday Greetings Containers from Alfresco Home feature scrolled gold lettering and a smooth, polished finish.