Spring daffodils might have faded, but now let’s hope we’re in for long, sunshine-filled days.
Nothing says summer — or optimism — like yellow.
Sprinkle hits of the happy colour all around your house and garden for that mellow yellow feeling.
Clubhouse chic
These vintage-styled wooden oars would look great on the cottage wall or above a door. They’re $77 each through potterybarn.com.
For the birds
Rustic birdhouse at Urban Barn.
Who knows? Maybe yellow makes birds happy, too. It’s worth a whirl with this rustic birdhouse, reminiscent of an outhouse. Find it for $19 at Urban Barn, 22 York St.
Classic combo
Maisy collection at Urban Barn.
Capitalize on the match made in decor heaven of yellow and blue with this chic china. The porcelain Maisy collection will brighten any table and remind you of summer daisies. Pieces shown range from $5 to $12 each at Urban Barn, 22 York St.
Drinks for nine?
Beer-themed tray at Zone.
This beer-themed tray is lightweight and easy to carry and the neat compartments will stop your drinks from sliding about. It’s $22 at Zone, 471 Sussex Dr.
Morning cheer
Ascaso Spanish espresso machine at Half Full Glassware.
Make your first Cup A Joe a cheerful one with this dashing Spanish espresso machine. Made by Ascaso, it combines retro looks with state-of-the-art technology and costs $639.95 at Half Full Glassware, 285 Richmond Rd.
Chic seat
Kiley Ceramic Stool at potterybarn.com.
This ceramic stool is the perfect indoor-outdoor piece. Use it as an extra seat or a small patio table, perfect for summer drinks. The Kiley Ceramic Stool is $311 at potterybarn.com.
Sturdy stuff
Painted Ladies teapot at Half Full Glassware.
This Painted Ladies teapot is made of stainless steel so it won’t chip or break. With a built-in filter for brewing loose leaves, its shiny enamel surface will bring a smile to any tea drinker’s face. Find it for $49.95 at Half Full Glassware, 285 Richmond Rd.
Kitchen helpers
Kitchen helpers at Kitchenalia.
Yellow is always a good thing in the kitchen. It means ripe bananas, golden pineapple, the flesh of creamy sweet mangoes and the zing of tangy lemons. It also adds cheer to your utensils. Find this colander ($20), traditional porcelain lemon juicer ($13.99), chopsticks ($3.99), 100-per-cent cotton tea towel ($7) and Caldrea dishwashing liquid ($12) all at Kitchenalia, 274a Richmond Rd.
