I love hunting Fred Flare’s site for little treasures. These ceramic measuring spoons definitely qualify.

This is the perfect solution for those of us too clumsy to be trusted with the real crystal. Though, at $8 a piece, you can probably find crystal for less at a garage sale.

It seems like birds are living pretty high on the hog these days. These adorable and punny bird houses from the Curiosity Shop are just the latest in luxury living for your neighborhood peeps.

It’s wonderful to see an old art getting a little modern makeover. These hand-wrought iron pieces are from Ciacci of Italy.

A tea set with a scratch-off coating. If I had to guess, I’d say it smells chamomile.

I can’t remember on which blog I saw this first, but it’s been making the rounds the last few weeks. I was surfing around on Etsy this morning and saw it again. I don’t own a chihuahua and I’m really more of a big dog person myself, but I cannot deny the mesmerizing elegance of this little guy (or gal). What a fantastic photo.

Chihuahua in a Scarf, $40.

The alphabet in a multi-bulb display font al la Times Square. This simple, graphic print from House Industries packs a ton of design punch for $45.

How about this ultimate fantasy tree house for a little Monday morning escapism? I’m just going to stare at this until it’s Friday.

These remind me of grandmas doilies. So adorable.

mini flower garland, $43

Back-to-school time usually means tons of cheap, bright modern designs from big box stores. Case in point, these lacquered wood stackable chairs from Target are just $70 for the pair.