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Remember the pin-up light? Growing up, they were here and there in all our houses - most anywhere there was a need for gentle ambient or bright reading light. I always loved Aunt Helen's little clip-on shaded lamp on her headboard. Still practical, as they use no floor or table space, a pin-up light is now most commonly called a "corded sconce." If you can't hardwire, these are the perfect solution as they can be attached to any wall. And best, they come in a wide range

With summer arriving yesterday, it's surely time to think about outdoor entertaining. I've fallen in love with the idea with having a garden party. Right now, it has to be a virtual party although we just got word that we can soon socialize in a bubble of 10. If I was having a party today, I'd love to use this pretty, garden-fresh tablecloth. If you're like me, you'll be surprised when you take a closer look. flowermag.com Artist Cathy Graham loves 18th Century floral tex

My friend Connie has a couple of green thumbs. The other day, she texted me a photo of some just picked artichokes and the colors took my breath away. Turns out artichokes aren't just one color. As you might know, I love to play my COLOR GAME in which I get inspired by an image and "decorate" a whole house using those colors. If you're game, here's an artichoke green house with a Scandinavian twist in homage to Connie's Norwegian roots. buzzbuzzhome.com A cottage colored a

Do you see stripes in your rooms? A great antidote to florals, stripes can be soft and romantic or bold and brash. Maybe it's time to consider stripes in our rooms. Let's look at how to get inspired. pinterest Beach house perfect - bold stripes are the focal point of the room. el mueble.com Stripes on walls can be painted or wallpapered. house beautiful.com Gorgeously faded stripes on sofa slipcover, perfection. citrineliving.com/tamara anka Preppy rug stripes almost seem