I think I'm developing a lantern problem, and it's only getting worse as I spend more time out of doors this month! As the nights get warmer, I want to dine and relax beneath the stars, with the twinkling light of hanging lanterns to keep me company. This Shanghai Small Etched Metal Lantern (on sale for $7.99, originally $12) is so charming. Pair a few of them with some DIYed recycled glass Read more

You know how I love all things Moroccan. Most recently, my eye's been lingering over these gorgeous Recycled Metal Globes (on sale for $118). Their circular shapes and cutouts are sure to transform a room. Made from interlacing recycled metallic bands, the latticework will cast gorgeous, geometric shadows when they're lit up. I can see these looking fabulous in a moody bedroom or over a burled Read more

I noticed a handful full of wintry decorations at Ikea that I adored, and couldn't choose just one for a Nice and New, so I chose four! I like the minimalist quality to this wheat Ikea Isig Wreath ($20). It kind of says, "Fine. I guess I'll celebrate the holidays. But only if I can eek out my festivity and save my decorations for next year, so I don't have to think about it again." These Ikea Read more

These Art Glass Lanterns ($9–$29, on sale $9–$24) are new at West Elm, and I'm totally swooning over them. I love their shapely figures, and how West Elm has filled them with simples stones to hold glowing tea lights in place. They're gorgeous hanging from the birch branch in the photo, but I'm not sure how I would hang them indoors. Any suggestions? Read more