A soft, small paintbrush.

Natural things, fun things, beautiful things, but not necessarily expensive things.. Pictured above:.All-weather square planters.

All-weather Adirondack chairs.Inexpensive black lanterns.I’ve found that if you use at least five to seven different things, then you will get a decent-looking planter.

Any less, and it will be sad.And, of course, at least two of those five things should be some type of greenery.

Some examples of greenery that I’ve used and loved are:.

Trimmings off the bottom of your Christmas tree (usually some type of balsam fir or Fraser fir tree).Three Pixie Lane.

From This Old House.I’ve gathered up a few of my recommended lantern light fixtures below in different shapes, styles, and sizes, if you’d like to shop for this lighting style for your home.

Remember to measure your space and take into account the dimensions of the light fixture before you order, because some of these are quite large and some are more petite.. Lantern-Style Light Fixtures for Enduring Style.Shield-Shaped Light Fixture.