Hi, it's Joe and Zoe here from Digit and we're currently sponsored by QVC.

Joe, what I absolutely love about having people round in summer is that the garden suddenly becomes the place everyone gravitates towards after all my hard work.

I know there is nothing nicer than being able to entertain outside and probably show off all that stuff you've been doing over the cold, dark months and suddenly the garden is there.

Tada!

Tada!

Exactly. And sometimes it's the little finishing touches that can really make the space come alive.

QVC has recently launched their Studio 70 collection, which is full of gorgeous lanterns a little bit like this beautiful one here

that's from the Amanda Holden collection garden furniture and accessories to create the perfect garden

setup it's all very retro 70s inspired so i really like the style so if you think olive greens are

berry tones you can have gorgeous prints, lovely soft lighting,

and it can really lift whatever outdoor space that you already have.

Yeah, loving the solar lanterns as well, they give off a really beautiful, warm glow.

The outdoor wax candles are really lovely too.

I've got some by my side here.

They're battery operated, so you get all the atmosphere without having to worry about pets or plants near flames

and no blowing out in the breeze as well when the wind gets up. It's all part of My Garden Escape

at QEC which genuinely feels like a virtual garden centre alongside furniture and lighting they've got

plants, tools, wildlife care and more plus expert advice to help you make the most of your

garden. Search my garden escape at QVCUK.com to discover more. You can also use code QDigit for 10 pounds off

your first order at QVCUK.com. That's code QDigget, QD-I-G-I-T for 10 pounds off your first order

at QVC UK.com. Minimum spend applies and full terms are on the QVC website.

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