Outdoor Lamps

Now that we’ve installed outdoor speakers and a great retro fan (The Air King—yes, he is the ruler of our cool air!) on our deck, I’ve been thinking that a lamp would complete the picture. Candles are all well and good, but one can hardly read by them. Then lo and behold, I receive an email about Linda Allen’s pretty, battery-operated outdoor lamps

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. Apparently my wish is Allen’s demand! In addition to designing the lamps, the clever Allen invented the battery and bulb so they can be used anywhere (say, near a tub, without fear of being electrocuted. They are water resistant with the use of a rubber socket cover). See (and order) her lamps at David Sutherland in the Merchandise Mart.