Mighty Haus: Gardener

Gingham Check Napkins

Opt for cloth instead of paper napkins for your next warm weather gathering. Gingham adds instant picnic style to your outdoor table. Mix it up with red and blue for a patriotic twist.

$33 at Pottery Barn | Buy

(Set of 6)

Kirtsy This | Posted 24 May, 2012 by Christy

Kick off your first annual summertime bocce ball tourney with this authentic set made in Italy, where they know a thing or two about bocce. Or, just encourage some friendly competition at your next backyard barbeque.

$155 at The Wildflower Seed & Tool Company | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 24 May, 2012 by Christy

Thomas Paul Portland Dinner Plate

DINING ALFRESCO

Be prepared for summer block parties with this set of nature-inspired and nature- friendly outdoor dinnerware. The best part? No broken dishes when an impromptu football game sends a stray ball in your direction.

$44 at All Modern | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 23 May, 2012 by Christy

Solar Powered Radio

DINING ALFRESCO

Whether you’re dining in the backyard or on a full-fledged picnic, you’ll need some tunes. This radio is powered by the sun, making it perfect for outdoor festivities of all sorts.

$35 at Brook Farm General Store | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 23 May, 2012 by Christy

Paddle Salad Servers

DINING ALFRESCO

For generous servings of leafy spinach or romaine, ordinary salad servers just won’t do. Use these mango wood paddles to scoop up refreshing salad greens with panache. Bonus points are awarded if you’ve grown your own ingredients.

$24 at Anthropologie | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 22 May, 2012 by Christy

Porch Parties

DINING ALFRESCO

If you’re in need of some outdoor inspiration, look no further. From cocktails to canapés, Denise Gee’s guide is filled with photographs and recipes for planning your next porch party. Now, will you be serving Tipsy Tea or June Bug Mocktails?

$17 at Chronicle Books | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 22 May, 2012 by Christy

Recycled Glass Lanterns

DINING ALFRESCO

When that afternoon garden party inevitably continues past sunset, these recycled glass lanterns turn dining at night into a festive evening gathering.

$7 at West Elm | Buy

($20 for Set of 3)

Kirtsy This | Posted 21 May, 2012 by Christy

Yellowstone Picnic Basket

DINING ALFRESCO

Add style to the quintessential summer outing with the Yellowstone Picnic Basket. Fully equipped with the basics, just add food, invite a few friends and head outdoors.

$110 at Target | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 21 May, 2012 by Christy

Grassy Rug

Green up your patio, or bring the outside in with this shag rug. Either way, you’ll enjoy this cozy alternative to actual grass, minus the maintenance.

$98 at Grandinroad | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Apr, 2012 by Christy

Butterfly Dish

Stray paperclips, keys and all sorts of odds and ends will gather nicely in this cast iron butterfly dish. With an almost Rorschach quality to it, it also makes an interesting piece of décor all on its own.

$28 at Jayson Home | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Apr, 2012 by Christy

Vintage Silverware Garden Markers

With Earth Day coming up, give some thought to planting your own garden. Mark your veggies with this lovely set of hand hammered vintage silverware. Earth Day Bonus: A portion of Wooden Hive’s annual sales are donated to the Honey Bee Conservancy.

$19 at Wooden Hive | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Apr, 2012 by Christy

By the Pint Dishtowel

New dishtowels are a great way to freshen up your kitchen. Add the vibrant artwork of legendary artist Vera Neumann, and you might just forget winter hasn’t quite made an exit.

$6 at Crate and Barrel | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Feb, 2012 by Christy

Chalkboard Garden Stakes

Parsley…no wait, dill. Or did I plan mint there instead? Luckily you can write- and easily erase- these mini chalkboard stakes to help remind you of what is actually growing in your garden.

$12 at Areo | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Jul, 2011 by Rene

Mineral Beauty

Need some inspiration? Place this art print on the wall in front of your desk to help promote creativity and innovation.

$390 at Modani | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Sep, 2010 by Sonya

The New Terrarium

Maybe this informative book on terrariums will help you transform your sad-looking indoor garden into a green retreat. If not, it will still look great on a coffee table!

$17 at Amazon | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Aug, 2010 by Vanessa

Hanging Flower Box

Rethink the way you garden with hanging flower boxes; perfect for any deck or apartment balcony.

$15 at Ikea | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 11 Aug, 2010 by Tamara

Festivities Glass

SURF SHACK

One margarita, extra salt. Make that two.

$8 at Anthropologie | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 18 May, 2010 by Margaret Mason

Red Retro Metal Lawn Chair

SURF SHACK

It’s a little too shiny now, but wait until you put a few cigarettes out on the seat.

$50 at Amazon | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 14 May, 2010 by Margaret Mason

Hardwood Garden Stakes

THE BEST GIFTS FOR GARDENERS

You could make these yourself, but are you gonna? Probably not.

$18 at Terrain | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 06 May, 2010 by Margaret Mason

Solar Lanterns

THE BEST GIFTS FOR GARDENERS

Solar-powered modernists lanterns for the garden or deck.

$40 at Amazon | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 06 May, 2010 by Margaret Mason

Folding Yard Cart

THE BEST GIFTS FOR GARDENERS

It’s about the size of a standard wheelbarrow, except you can lay it flat on the ground and rake leaves or weeds directly into it. Plus, it’s lightweight for lifting and folds up for easy storage.

$65 at Amazon | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 05 May, 2010 by Margaret Mason