19 Stylish Ways to Upgrade Your Porch

1. A Sloth Planter ($18): This little guy is the perfect addition to any outdoor table to display a tiny garden full of your favorite plants or cacti, plus he makes great company.

2. Hammock ($140): This cheerful fringe hammock comes in two different colors to fit your style. Lay back, grab a drink and a book, and get ready to feel like you're on a tropical vacay.

3. DIY Citronella Candles: Mosquitoes can ruin a great night outside. Keep the insects away without repelling your guests with these DIY citronella candles. (via Stop to Smell the Hydrangeas)

4. Tablecloth ($20): Just because you're having a dinner for one doesn't mean you can't dress things up. This tablecloth is sure to keep things fancy, even if you're still in yesterday's sweatpants.

5. Doormat ($13): Don't forget a doormat so you won't accidentally dirty your floors every time you come back from walking the dog. You can't go wrong with flowers.

6. String Lights ($68): These dainty string lights are sure to twinkle and dazzle as you sit cozily on your porch.

7. Throw Pillows ($68): Throw pillows are another way to add color and comfort to your porch. Choose one or many!

8. Swing Chair ($300): This chair is supported by a large steel bracket, meaning it's a stable choice for daily use. Plus we love the rattan-weave structures. We could definitely sit in this little nook and read for hours and hours.

9. Cocktail Set ($65): This cocktail kit has all of the tools you need to stir, shake or muddle up those refreshing afternoon cocktails.

10. Macrame Hanging Planter ($28): Whether housing an herb garden or colorful succulents, these planters will add both style and greenery to your porch.

11. DIY Bar Cart: Give old furniture new life by adding a coat of paint and using it as an outdoor piece. In this case, an old TV stand was turned into a stylish bar cart for all of those late-night porch cocktails. (via The Chronicles of Home)

12. Garden in a Can Kit ($25): No green thumb is required to cultivate your own tiny garden when you have these easy-peasy can gardens. Plants include from mint, cilantro, and basil.

13. Square Tray Top Table ($120): Add a little minimalist function with this industrial end table. It's made with durable materials and will last through quite a few years of holding drinks, food or whatever else you decide to store on the surface.

14. Acrylic Beverage Dispenser ($40): You won't go thirsty with this outdoor-friendly acrylic beverage dispenser.

15. Concha Capiz Lantern ($48-$78): Switch out your string of lights for these mermaid lanterns that will look stylish both during the day and when lit up at night.

16. Waterfall Stemless Wine Glasses ($56 for 4): These acrylic glasses are perfect for serving cocktails outdoors.

17. SantaFe Rug ($116): Rather than dealing with the upkeep of staining or painting your porch, use a bright patterned rug to add a pop of color to the space.

18. Copper Drink Tub ($90): Keep this copper tub on hand and store the essentials on ice so you can get an ice-cold water or beer without getting up from your seat.

19. DIY Terra Cotta Pots: Spruce up those pots and start your own herb garden this summer. Just imagine picking fresh mint to muddle for those mojitos at your next porchtime hangout. (via Brit + Co)