IF you’re desperate to give your garden a holiday upgrade, then you’ve come to the right place.
One has proved that you can , without having to break the bank.
For less than £100, Shelly Lou, 51, who lives in with her Mark and works at a local supermarket, was able to give her an overhaul using from .
Shelly was inspired by a visit to Mijas, , and her dream to one day visit .
“I loved the crisp white walls and those beautiful blue pots everywhere. I just wanted that vibe at ,”; she explains.
Determined to bring the look to life, Shelly turned to Temu, the popular online marketplace, as she says: “I added everything to my , wanting a proper .”;
Her haul included artificial hanging , giant simulated plants, palm hybrid plants and artificial jasmine vines.
Not only this, but she also ordered a garden hose, plant pots, pillow fillers, cushions, and even a she repurposed as part of her backdrop.
Remarkably, she achieved the entire look for under £100, excluding the she already owned, as she adds: “It was so easy to shop all in one place.”;
Nearly everything in her garden now comes from , from the ceramic planters to the decorative accents.
And now, her has become a favourite spot for her and Mark to relax.
But that’s not all, as family and friends have been full of compliments too, as she proudly explains: “They can’t believe how much it’s .
“It really feels like a little holiday escape.”;
For those looking to do a similar refresh, Shelly advises: “Plan the look first, then add to your basket bit by bit. It stops you from buying things you don’t need.
“And if you’re using a backdrop, build a frame first. Screw it to the wall and staple the material. It gives a proper finished look and it lasts.”;
But Shelly isn’t the only one turning to Temu to unlock her creativity.
I added everything to my Temu basket, wanting a proper Mediterranean feel
Shelly Lou
A recent IPSOS survey commissioned by the platform shows that 1 in 3 British users say Temu helps them explore new ways to , with respondents saving around 25%.
More than 80% say Temu offers good value for , reflecting strong consumer confidence in the platform’s quality and affordability.
With her clever use of Temu and a clear vision, Shelly has into a perfect example of how style and functionality can go hand in hand – and how a little inspiration goes a long way.
