I’m really not obsessed with birds like it may seem…but I am obsessed with the digs they live in.  Even though I don’t have a patio, I couldn’t resist this one below when I was running through West Elm last week.

Porcelain Bird House from West Elm $8.99

Modern Birdhouse Canopy by StudioLisciouson Etsy $78.00

Ralph Modern Bird House from Remodelista $196.00

Bird Shelter from VesselUSAon Etsy $175.00

It’s spring time and the showers have been abundant.  I’m dreaming of warm sun and seeking shade under one of these beautiful umbrellas.  Which one suites your patio style?

An oh-so-feminine ruffly umbrella.  This umbrella can be customized in many colors.  I prefer mine in PINK!

This umbrella casts a leafy pattern instead of a solid block of shade.  It’s like sitting under a tree.  Take notice of the little bird perched on top. 

All you have to do is move the blades around to let more sun in or leave them equally spaced (shown) for more shade coverage.  Discovered at the ICFF last year. 

The designer of this umbrella was inspired by Cristo’s “The Gates.”  The top is flat but the bottom (shown) gently moves in the summer breezes.  Ahhhh.