Scalloped Wicker Table Lamp High/Low

Celerie Kemble Parasol Table Lamp - Society Social

This iconic wicker parasol lamp has been wildly popular with interior designers for years. Handwoven, rattan wicker is just as Caribbean in its style as it is sophisticated. The shade and base are both made of natural rattan; the shade features an exaggerated scallop edge while the base conceals a steel plate. The stem is crafted from stainless steel, finished in a warm antique brass that contrasts the whimsical silhouette. Two bulbs are set to a dimmer switch, so you can set the mood however you like.

 The Celerie Kemble lamp above sells for over $1,000.

The Chinoiserie Mahjong Table

Oh My Mahjong

 I found this picture by Oh My Mahjong of a very pretty setup for playing mahjong with Chinese Chippendale chairs and the background of blue and white chinoiserie wallpaper. I have a similar table and chairs in my breakfast room at CCC.

Memorial Day Decorating

Southern Living Collection Pagoda Lantern in Blue

Memorial Day falls a bit early this year with Memorial Day weekend kicking off on the 23rd. One of my favorite ideas for decorating the table or sideboard is these pagoda lanterns. They are available in red, white, and two different blues. I love using them with battery pillar candles.

Mahjong Comes to CCC

Chinoiserie Mahjong Tiles

Cards and games are wildly popular here in Florida. There are events at my clubhouse literally all the time. And mahjong has gone viral in recent years.

Between September 2024 and August 2025, U.S. searches for mahjong clubs on Yelp increased by over 4,400%, while lessons rose more than ninefold. 

Cities like San Francisco and New York are experiencing a surge in pop-up, cafe, and park meetups, replacing, or complementing, traditional social activities like trivia nights. 

The game is moving past its image as only for seniors, with many young adults adopting it as a regular hobby.

 Online and app-based versions allow for easy learning and remote play, introducing the game to new audiences.