I really need to go to Ikea

Lots of interesting things in their new summer collection.

Salvia Hanging Planter

I've installed a plant hook outside, so I'd like to make use of it with a large planter filled with flowers or a cherry tomato plant.

Skina Lighting Chain
Yellow

Pretty. Nice that it uses a battery - could weave them around the deck banister or on the table.

Grenö Bolster Cushion
Yellow
(Also a regular cushion in this pattern)

These would be a nice accent on my wooden bench if I can't find a yellow bench cushion.

Sommar Hanging Tealight Holder
Yellow

These are adorable, though I don't know if I could really use them on my deck.

On deck

I took some photos of my deck as it is currently, and includes the lights I recently purchased.

I put the fun lights up! Can't wait to see them in the dark.

My two deck chairs and bench. I want to get a yellow cushion for the bench, but I'm having trouble finding one.

Deck inspiration, cont.

Smith & Hawken Lantern Lights

Smith & Hawken Cafe Lights - Multicolored

Outdoorsy

So, with the weather getting gradually warmer, thoughts naturally turn to outdoor entertaining.

Last summer I bought a pair of chairs from Target that have a white metal frame and a sunny yellow fabric seat/back. Lovely!

I have a wood bench on the deck, as well, but I need more table space... and then I got distracted by Ikea and its outdoor/garden stuff.

PS Vallo Watering Can
Malaro Outdoor Table
Evert Stool