Maple Leaf Night Light, a Handsome Way to Brighten the Hallway
Saturday, May 12th, 2007
If you’re tired of stumbling over the dog, or some toy left out by the children, on the way to the bathroom in the middle of the night, a night lite for the hallway or bathroom can be a smart purchase. Don’t get one of those tacky ones though (the kind you feel compelled to hide when guests come over); get something attractive such as this lamp from Uncommon Goods.
The night lite is made using an actual sugar maple leaf that has been preserved in 24 karat antique gold, “so it retains its delicate outline and tiny pores and veins just like in nature.” A lot prettier than the toadstool night lite I had as a kid. As the site says, “During the day, this night light will be a stunning gold and ethereal accent to your home. When turned on at night, the soft golden light will serve as a guide in the darkness without sacrificing aesthetics.”
The price is $45: