Apple Blue Pillow CoverThese pillow covers from PataPri are so cute. I love the cheery blue and orange apple pattern. I guess I just like apples in general (except for the Red Delicious, which always seem to be mushy these days). These 16-inch linen pillow covers are hand-silkscreened by Chicago artist Yuko Uemura.
$30.00, Etsy
Thomas Paul Magazine HolderWow, these are a way prettier way to organize your periodicals than my usual stack- the- magazines- on- any- available- surface method. These magazine holders, which come in four dainty Thomas Paul patterns, make your collection of gossip rags look super chic.
$16.00 each, Velocity Art and Design
Printed Glass Birdie HookI can't quite figure out how you screw these glass bird hooks to the wall, but I really like them. The funky patterns are awesome. These would look great in an entryway. You could use them to hold your jacket or keep track of your keys, which always seem to be wandering off.
$14.00 each, Urban Outfitters
Hula Bud VaseThese little 3.5-inch-tall vases, which come in yellow or green, are so cute. Though you can't put long-stemmed roses in them, they'd look very cheery with a handful of daisies. They're a nice compact size for a desk or bathroom sink.
On sale for $22.00, Red Envelope
Trollsta Side TableI like the baroque/mod look of this simple black side table. It's got these funky baroque-style legs that kind of contrast the a more square modern frame. Plus, it has a handy little shelf for storing books, magazines, or a few snacks for munching on while you watch TV.
$79.00, Ikea
Blue Thistle Outdoor PillowGussy up your outdoor lounges and couches with this cushy blue pillow. It's made of water-resistant material and the pretty cornflowers give your patio a homey feel. Plus, it's something to throw if someone says something you don't agree with.
$29.00, West Elm
Jade Polished ShellI was reading a piece in this month's issue of Domino about how objects inspired by nature (think coral and tortoise shells) make great decorations. I agree. I think these blue shells would add a punch of color to a bookshelf or side table. Each shell is about four inches wide.
$18.00, CS Post & Co.
Bulb Solar LampLooky, it's like your very own blue-light special. It's a night light that charges itself during the day on sunlight and the glow of your incandescent bulbs. I like the way it's designed to look like a lightbulb encased in a cube of glass. It would look cool on the nightstand.
$48.00, Chiasso
Bamboo CandleI like the natural look of this citrusy candle. It's made of lemongrass and chunks of bamboo. The five-inch-tall candle can burn for 70 hours, but even unlit it makes a nice decoration for the bathroom or a coffee table.
$14.95, Crate & Barrel
Tea Bowl LanternsThese hanging lanterns give your porch or deck or balcony a little romance. I like how easy they are to set up too. You just pop in a votive, and hang it from a hook or a nail. They come in two sizes, one with a five-inch-wide base and one with an eight-inch-wide base. Besides the color seen here, you can also buy them in turquoise or white.
$38.00 and $58.00 each, Anthropologie
Zebra Print Occasional ChairI totally want this chair. The shape is very Louis XV, but the fun zebra print gives it a modern spin. I think it would be a fun piece for the living room. In the bedroom, it's a cool place to drape clothes when you feel too lazy to use hangers.
$229.99, Bed Bath and Beyond
Stainless Steel Snack BowlsI like how these stainless steel bowls sit slightly askew to offer you easier access to your snacks. They come in two sizes: 7 inches in diameter and 4.5 inches in diameter. The larger one's big enough for a modest offering of pretzels and chips. And the little one is the perfect size for dip.
$10.95 and $19.95 each, CB2
Thomas Paul Bali in Red Cotton PillowI really like the colorful design on this throw pillow by Thomas Paul. I think if I had this on my couch it would be easier to make believe that I was in a beach-side hut drinking a coconut beverage and being fanned by palm leaves.
$40.00, Velocity Art and Design
Mr. RoosterThese steel silhouettes remind me of my recent trip to Kauai, where the whole island was infested with them. I didn't need an alarm clock, because they made sure I always woke up before sunrise. I think I prefer the steel variety. Each one is about 18 inches tall.
$49.99, Elsewares
Five Porcelain KeysThese aren't really keys, and they don't really open anything. In fact, they're totally useless. But they're nice decoration. And you could tie one on a string and make a little necklace. Or you could buy a few sets, put them on a big hoop, and make your own ceramic janitor's keys.
$40.00, The Curiosity Shoppe
