If you live in California and made it through the past few days without using your umbrella, you most likely haven't left the house. Catching up on your Netflix, eh? For the rest of us, an umbrella has saved us from a shower straight from Mother Nature. For their hours of thankless service, maybe it's time we provide our protective friends with a home that's nicer than leaning up against a corner.

Here's a roundup of some of our favorite posts about umbrella stands:

• Before & After: Monogrammed Umbrella Stand
• Make An Umbrella Stand From Bathtub Feet
• Round Up: 10 Umbrella Stands Under $150!
• Keeping the floor dry: Best Umbrella Stands
• Inspiration: Plant Watering Umbrella Stand

(Image: Jenny Komenda / Little Green Notebook)