If you love angels and like having them around, there are a number of options to help you decorate a home or garden. Big, small and medium sized concrete angels, depending on craftsmanship and design, can work indoors and out. What's even better is the fact these pieces are meant to stand the test of time.

Concrete angels created by true artists are not ugly to behold either. Don't think of these as simple blocks, they are in fact well-crafted sculptures meant to add to overall designer schemes. They make great gifts, they're perfect for housewarmings, holidays and birthdays or they are great for picking up for yourself. What's even better is the fact they are generally more durable than other sculpting media, too, which is great for outdoor use or in homes with small children.

Outdoors concrete angels can work very well in a garden's overall design theme. Garden art is very important to include in most designs. It can add to the visual appeal, the sense of self for the gardener and provide interesting eye appeal for those relaxing in the garden. A good garden is meant to be enjoyed and used. It should be a focal point of outdoor activity. To make it warm and welcoming, many gardeners choose to include art that reflects their personalities among the flowers, trees and bushes. For those who love angels, concrete sculptures are prefect choices for outdoors.

No matter whether the garden is small or large, concrete angels can fit into the design. For small gardens, consider the following:

* Place concrete angel statues among interesting flowers. Have their cherubic faces peering out from bushes, flowerbeds or more.

* Make sure the angels you pick compliment the flowers and design of your garden. Too much art is, well, too much. A few well-chosen pieces though can very much add to overall eye appeal.

* A statute can even be the centerpiece of a small garden. If you intend for this to be the case, choose the piece and then decorate around it.

For large gardens, consider these things:

* If a sculpture is to be the centerpiece of the garden, choose well. Concrete angels can serve well here since when created well they are not only beautiful, they also stand up well to the elements.

* Make sure placement is visible and perhaps carry the theme throughout the garden by adding other, smaller angels, to the mix.

Indoors, concrete angels can add to decorative themes as well. Small statuettes are perfect for nooks, crannies and plant stands and shelves. They are heavier than porcelain and other sculpture materials, so they even stand up well to being placed on the floor in corners. One of the best features is the fact they are very easy to clean. A simple dusting is generally all they take. And what's more, they are somewhat hard to break. A tiny fall on carpeting won't render these sculptures useless.

Concrete angels make great gifts for those who love being surrounded by angels. They can be found in all shapes and sizes. They can be very detailed or more abstract. Art for art's sake, these features are great to add to most homes and gardens.