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CHAIR HAMMOCKS

Everyone knows our Chair Hammocks are AMAZING!. Our chair hammocks are not only gorgeous but are super comfy quality pieces. The colour and pattern combinations are amazing; so they are perfect for the home, yard, or cottage. With a slight re-position of the cushions you can go from sitting upright to reclining back and looking at the clouds or stars………..bliss!For outdoors you can hang them from arbors, gazebos, screened porches, balconies, boathouses, pergolas, as well as from trees.Although the material is an outdoor fabric it is so soft that indoors many customers are using them in kid’s bedrooms, “man caves”, and nurseries - the possibilities seem endless.The four piece set includes a fabric hammock, a seat cushion, a decorative back...

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Wind Bells - What makes them unique and special?

Although we often carry Wind Chimes, customers sometimes comment on them being to "tinkle-y"; so when we came across these Wind Bells we knew we had a winner! Made to replicate the the sounds of the nautical bells on ocean buoys; Wind Bells have a deep, haunting tone that is both clear and pure. Wind Bells and Chimes are similar in the sense that when the wind moves the pieces the contact creates a resonating sound. The larger the Bell/Chime, the deeper the tone. Also, Wind Bells are pyramidal in shape so they have a very simple and clean design that appeals to many different tastes and design - perfect for the front porch, the garden, or out at the cottage....

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Who's Who in Home & Garden? Portico Indoor & Outdoor Living, that's WHO!!!

We are "beyond excited" to have been featured in the Winnipeg Free Press' newest Magazine "Who's Who". To be recognized for our concept and creativity as well as our determination to be unique is both rewarding and flattering. Thanks to the great team at WFP for your glowing write-up and photos!

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BRINGING THE OUTDOORS “IN” FOR FALL

I am always surprised when people say they start to feel anxious or sad as summer starts to wind down. Sure, the days start to get shorter and cooler but I say “embrace the change of seasons”! Every season has an opportunity to create something new and refresh something old. At Portico Indoor & Outdoor Living we are all about bringing the “Indoors out, and the Outdoors in”, so try thinking what are your favourite things about the outdoors and translate that to your interior spaces.Do you have a Sunroom, Breakfast Room or Screened Porch? If you do, why not consider a Chair Hammock in bright vibrant colours and patterns that remind you of the Garden or Lake? Moving entirely...

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