There’s something about summer that invites ease and beauty into our everyday rituals. We fling open the windows, slice fresh fruit, light long taper candles, and serve lemonade in something too pretty to hide in a cupboard. From citrusy centrepieces to sun-drenched tableware, here is JOY&CO’s joyful edit of ten standout pieces that bring the freshness of summer into your house, quite literally.

1. Val Pottery’s Jack’s Cig Ashtray

Not your average catchall/cigar ashtray. This wide ceramic piece is hand-painted with expressive cobalt splashes.
Use it as: An ashtray, a statement accent on your garden table, or even a cheeky olive pit catcher at aperitivo hour.

2. Val Pottery’s Fruit Feast Plate

Generously sized and speckled in fresh green, this handmade ceramic platter is made for lemons, apples, and summer figs.
Why we love it? It brings a garden-to-table feel, wherever you are.

3. Werns’ Lemon Vase

Yes, it's made entirely of lemons, and no, it’s not edible. This piece is bursting with personality.
Why we love it? It’s the visual embodiment of summer, and a guaranteed conversation starter.

4. Klimchi’s Neon Citrine Hobnail Jug

Hand-blown in the Czech Republic, this juicy yellow/green jug is as iconic as it is functional. It is ideal for iced drinks, sangria, or floral arrangements with a twist.
Best part? It glows in the dark! Summer soirée approved!

5. Home Studyo’s Eric Candelabra

A sculptural matte-white candelabra that adds drama and dimensions to any setup. Designed to look like it was blown up like a balloon, but crafted from solid ceramic: playful, puffy, and full of attitude.

Style it with: Tall taper candles in yellow, blue or pink for a modern Mediterranean vibe.

6. Bitossi’s Small Cups Mixed Shapes (Set of 6)

In a mix of soft earthy tones, these glass dessert cups are the life of every pudding.
Styling tip: Mismatched is the mood. Think sorbet, berries, or mama’s timeless rice pudding.

7. Klimchi’s Aquamarine Hobnail Tumblers (Set of 6)

Cool, textural, and refreshing, just like a plunge into the sea.
Why we love it? It adds instant chill to any drink (literally and visually).

8. Kersten’s Double The Party Vase

A candy-coloured vase that makes everything happier.
Place it: Centre stage on your table, sideboard, or entry console.Let it do the talking.

9. Anna+Nina’s Yellow Scalloped Breakfast Plate

Wavy, sunny, and too cute to hide. This plate makes every morning feel like a vacation.
Why we love it? It’s your summer smile, served with toast.

10. Val Pottery’s Wine Chiller

Hand-painted in orange and blue stripes, complete with a bold evil eye. It’s summer magic with statement flair.
Use it as: A chilled wine holder, cookie jar, or vase for tulips.

Summer in your house is about tiny sparks of joy.
Colour, texture, and just the right amount of playful design can shift your mood, one piece at a time.