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The Timeless Garden Gate

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Living in the city I only long for a garden. Our last place had a small courtyard with a little wood fence and a wrought iron gate. Gilby and I would sit outside for hours under draping crepe myrtle and banana trees as I tapped away on my laptop, often the harmonies of musical neighbors drifting in. It was a magical little space and much of that magic was created by the garden gate.


For inspiration, here are some of my favorite gates from Tumblr. Whether a grand gate or a petite one, wrought iron garden gates always add a new dimension to the garden...





And just in time for spring, we have a petite garden gate, rich with time worn patina for sale right now in in our Chairish store.
https://www.chairish.com/shop/ohlalayall/product/list?utm_campaign=seller_badge

Come pay us a visit!


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