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A Few Festive (And Fun) Holiday Outfit Ideas (That Feel Easy To Wear)

I struggle with “cocktail attire,” as I don’t love the pressure to look “nighttime” in a tiny little dress. But I do NOT struggle with “festive clothes,” especially during the holidays. I went shopping, hoping to find 1-2 new things, and whoops, found a few more. I hope if nothing else it gives you some ideas on what you might wear to work events, neighborhood parties, or potlucks (outside of the “ugly sweater” which I also love and mostly buy vintage).

The Velvet Jacket

Jacket | Tank Top (no longer available) | Jeans | Boots (similar) | Pearl Necklace | Gold Necklace | Silver Tote

This jacket says “I want to be holiday-friendly” but with just one piece. Of course, you could dress it up over a dress or a mini skirt, but I think on its own over jeans it still feels festive and totally comfortable (and the green color definitely has a lot of longevity, versus a brighter red). The white tank is from Free People via Shopbop, the jeans are new Madewell barrel jeans, the shoes are old, the silver bag is from Anthro, necklaces are from Anthro and J.Crew. Big fan of these barrel jeans from Madewell – I know that barrel jeans are everywhere but these have the best cut and are on the more affordable side. They aren’t toooo wide or tooooo high-waisted (more mid-rise). The cut is GREAT and I like where it hits (ankle length).

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My First (And Maybe Last) Faux Leopard Fur Jacket

Faux Fur Leopard Jacket (+ similar) | Black Pants | Boots | Earrings | Jumbo Holiball

I’m not going to say that every woman needs to have at least one leopard faux fur coat in their closet, but I’m sure someone fancier than I would say that. It does seem like a pretty good staple for special occasions (and so warm). This one is SO SOFT and I think really well priced. It has pockets, has a great color combo, and can easily be dressed down with jeans and some pointy heels or dressed up over a dress or skirt.

The Holiday Blouse I Bought In Two Colors

Blouse | Jeans | Heels | Pearl Necklace | Gold Necklace

As Kaitlin put it when she first saw me in this shirt, “NOW THAT’S A ‘BLOUSE'”. I know this top isn’t for everyone (it’s not particularly sexy), but it’s absolutely giving 1990 Martha Stewart in the best of ways for me. It’s blue and green plaid TAFFETA!!!…. with pretty covered buttons and massive puff sleeves. It’s so fun to wear, feels very me, but in a bit of a Trad Wife costume. Of course, I dressed it down here with distressed drop crotch jeans (it’s voluminous so I like putting something more streamlined on the bottom) but I wish I had worn it with a tighter waist (it’s a really thin fabric that is easy to tuck). The patent leather Mary Jane’s heels come in many colors and are so cute. I also bought this top in black velvet which is really drapey and soft, FYI (it comes in a lot of colors).

I found A LOT of great “party blouses” so here are more that I loved (just click the photo to see more):

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A Festive Powersuit:)

Jacket | Pants | Boots (similar) | Earrings

I’m obsessed with this floral set, but TBH the legs came in so long that I didn’t have time to hem them and they are ridiculous. I put the top on the gift guide but hadn’t tried on the pants so I was happy that the quality and colors are awesome. I would absolutely wear this to a holiday function where I needed to look fun, but more sophisticated (i.e. a work party?). But I would also wear it to a cocktail party in lieu of a little dress or for a speaking engagement. It’s just powerful but still feminine. Maybe not the most festive holiday outfit, but I wanted to show it off anyway.

A Bold Mini

Sweatshirt | Mini Skirt | Boots | Earrings | Gold Necklace

Ok, this is very, very “me” if I had to do “cocktail attire”. A tiny silver sequin skirt (this one is from Reformation, but I’ve seen this Target one on social that looks really good) and a vintage-inspired sweatshirt (Anine Bing via Shopbop). Throw on some over-the-knee boots (that come in a lot of different leather colors) and some jewelry and I am totally ready to go out and feel cute, but still with that casual vibe.

I think a sequin skirt is such a good party attire investment. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, and New Year’s. Below are some more great options with some additional lengths:)

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A Sequin Sweater??

Sequin Sweater | Black Pants | Boots | Gold Necklace | Earrings

I LOVE this sweater – the color is so pretty and the inside is knit so it’s really cozy for being covered in sequins. I dressed it up a bit with black (waxed) trousers, but I would more likely wear this with jeans to a holiday event. It feels festive and fun, but since the color is more understated (a really rich coppery aubergine) it isn’t as bold. The top is a wide mock turtleneck and it’s a boxier cut (I’m wearing a small) with skinny arms. Just so easy to wear and so comfortable for “sequins”.

So while I love the sweater I’m wearing, there are a ton of great sequin tops on the market. These are some of my top pics:

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The Sequin Long Blazer

Sequin Jacket | T-Shirt (similar) | Jeans | Boots | Bag (similar) | Pearl Necklace | Gold Necklace | Earrings | Jumbo Holiball

Along the same lines as the velvet blazer, a really festive jacket like this dressed up any outfit. This sequin jacket is more of a long blazer, duster even. It has really great firm shoulders that create a nice drape that is really flattering (not trying to be flattering, instead just a straight drop in a good way. Shoes are from Madewell (I liked the simplicity and the sharper toe with the fancier long jacket). Same barrel pants and a Clare V. purse I’ve had forever.

Hope this post gave you some ideas and made you feel even more excited about celebrating the holidays. xx

*Photos by Kaitlin Green

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An EHD Vintage Finds Show-And-Tell!! (+ The 3 CRAZY Steals We Got)

Per usual the EHD gals have been vintage shopping. Honestly, we’re always on the hunt but since we all had a little something to share (and three MASSIVE steals!), we thought a blog post was in order. I mean aren’t we all vintage lovers, intoxicated by the hunt?? So buckle up those seat belts and get ready for a very exciting, very versatile EHD vintage haul. Let’s go!

Emily

Someone is very proud of her vintage finds:) Let’s do a show and tell, shall we?

I have a vision for this winter moose painting, I do. You see, next Christmas we are shooting our house decked out for the holidays for, get this, Christmas of 2027. SOO, I have a year to come up with some new ideas but I know I have the best shot at these ideas while I’m in the spirit (aka now). So I found this painting and thought it would be so fun to do a winterscape gallery wall in the entry with all vintage paintings. How cute would that be?? I bought this in Aurora and love the moose

I certainly didn’t need this and for $200 it wasn’t cheap, but I loved it and honestly, I had waited in line at the Scandinavian market for a while and wanted to leave with something I was excited about. It’s a very pastoral oil painting by an artist who has sold pieces for $15k so I’ll just go ahead and assume it’s worth $15k which means it was a STEAL!

Also, I got the cutest lettuce wear chip and dip I ever did see for either $1 or $5 (I like to say everything is $1 but maybe it’s $5, I almost immediately lie to myself with vintage stuff to rationalize spending the dough).

Beautiful hand-painted broken plates for $1 each These would look so pretty hung in a kitchen and I have thought about it, but for now, I love them and just couldn’t resist spending $5 on the lot.

I love the idea of this Scandi folk art candle holder and for $5 I had to get it. Now I need to have a sweet little luncheon with these new vintage linen plaid napkins. It’s all so sweet.

Caitlin

You may have already heard me yappin’ about these lamps, but YAP I MUST. I scored these two charming wooden lamps for $20 a pop. I loved their shape, their construction, and their heft. (This photo doesn’t do their scale justice – they’re almost 2′ tall and crafted from sturdy, solid wood, so they’re BEEFY. In the complimentary way, of course.) Normally I do a first pass of the entire flea market before buying anything – I want to get my bearings, see if there are any pieces with better pricing elsewhere, etc. – but these were a first-pass score for me. I couldn’t leave them behind! (The price tag helped, obviously.)

I schlepped these behemoths around the Rose Bowl parking lot for TWELVE MILES. That’s almost a half marathon. (Which is ironic, seeing as the idea of participating in some sort of actual, intentional, planned half marathon makes me break out in a cold sweat. But if you were to say, “hey, do you want to wake up at 4 AM and then walk in circles around a parking lot for 4 hours while navigating an increasingly-growing crowd and yanking 40 pounds of lamps behind you,” I’d be first in line.) ANYWAY – they were worth the sacrifice because a bit of provenance research led me to discover that these cuties are 90 years old, French, and worth a pretty penny. (No offense, Ben Folds, but I am the luckiest.)

But wait: there’s more. You know that part of the Rose Bowl that’s kind of, like, separate? There are aisles and aisles of retailers near the entrance, and then there’s that long skinny stretch (pictured above), and then there’s a handful of 4 or 5 booths that exist in their own little quiet universe on the fringe of the parking lot? Well, that part is a bit of a trek, BUT IT ROCKS. (This information is for your eyes only, FYI. I don’t need all of your friends swarming my secret spot.)

Case in point: I made the long walk (while hauling those lamps, no less) and, at the end of my travels, I discovered this $120 antique butcher block. I HAVE NEVER PURCHASED SOMETHING SO QUICKLY IN MY LIFE. (I probably could run a half marathon if you told me there’d be a cheap butcher block at the end, now that I’m thinking about it.)

Two men loaded the butcher block onto a slipshod furniture dolly for me; I offered my two lamps as collateral. I did not consider that it might be difficult to navigate this large piece through crowds, a busy street, dirt, mud, grass, a challenging outcropping of rocks, etc. I also forgot that I, a woman who has undergone a litany of spinal procedures, lacked the physical strength to lift an antique butcher block into a vehicle. But no matter – I operated on pure adrenaline, driven by my $120 find. I was like a woman lifting a car off a baby. I do not know how this butcher block made it all the way to my car. I do not know how I lifted it, solo, INTO said car. (Scientists need to research the strength that women seem to be able to tap into when handling furniture alone. It’s extraordinary and universal, I swear.) But our newfound butcher block is safe at home now, where it’s since paid host to a bevy of wonderful dinner ingredients. Long live the Rose Bowl, amirite?!

Jess

At the start of this year, I asked my dad if he could build me a wall cabinet if I drew it out. Being the wonderful guy he is he replied, “Get me a drawing and I’ll do it. JEEZ”. It took me um four months to go pick it up (he’s a 7-hour drive away) and then it sat unfinished in my hallway till last weekend. I’m nothing if not consistent in my painfully slow design process…smh. But when he was down last month we did a little vintage shopping and popped into Liz’s Antquiqe Hardware. If you’ve never been go! It’s not cheap but it’s amazing just to see what they have. It’s there that I found my dream knobs:

Look at these beauties! The perfectly patina’d perforated brass trim and the work MCM wood center and arm, I couldn’t have asked for more. Well actually, “more” is the only thing I wanted. I needed 9 but they only had 7. My dad was generous, yet again, and bought me all 7 with 3 other new brass knobs to fill in the gaps. Now, I don’t think I’ll shoot this area for the blog and the piece isn’t done yet, but so you can see the full picture here’s where I’m at with it…

I’d like to put it on the official record that I am NOT a good wood stainer. Actually, I would describe myself as terrible — the doors are fine (I used a gel stain and it’s so much easier to use) but the body is comically bad. Also, the plan was to have the entire piece be stained that pretty warm MCM brown but my dad used a different type of wood for the doors with a green undertone and the stain looked SO DIFFERENT but not in a way that worked. I tried to ton of options but going a super dark brown was just the best and easiest option. So while it’s not exactly how I pictured it, it’s perfectly good and it’s another piece that reminds me of my dad. I don’t think the brass knobs I got for the skinny doors work stylistically so it’s back to the drawing board there. Oh, and the large door on the bottom right is too big (*cough dad messed up cough*) so I’ll be sanding that down hopefully tomorrow. But at least it’s off the floor, I can put things in it, and we’re in the home stretch, baby!

Mallory

I was desperate for some solid nightstands (they really make all the difference), so when I stumbled upon these for $250 each at the vintage store near me called Salvare Goods, I was SMITTEN. I’m heavily drawn to black lacquer (I love a CB2 kind of glam moment) and I just thought the shape of these was pretty unique. PLUS they’re more of a dark brownish/black so it’s not too intense which I love and they work perfectly with my very special pillow!!!

This qualifies less as a “vintage find” and more as a “fate brought this pillow to me find”. BASICALLY what happened was I went to a bar when I was in New York called Tigre and saw this FABULOUS fabric on the bench seating there. I did some research and found it online – it’s called Dedar Milano Tiger Mountain (and yes, you can guess by the name it is very fancy and expensive).

BUT I was chatting on IG with Stitchroom (the upholstery company that created my dining nook benches from my last apartment) and they said that they happened to have remnants of that fabric and they didn’t know what to do with it so they made me the most incredible pillow!!! I literally sobbed when it arrived. I made a full video on it here if you want to see more!! I’M SO OBSESSED WITH IT!!!

I also found these candle holders at Salvare Goods and thought they were so awesome – it was an immediate “hell yes!!” I find it can be so tough to fill awkward corners in a room, so I thought these could be perfect in my living or dining room. Plus, I love candles SO much so it’s always nice to add a little ambiance:)

It’s true. We got a piano before we even had a dining table. But hey, this piano found us. We needed each other and we didn’t even know it. We stumbled upon this beautiful Baldwin at St Vincent de Paul in LA for only $175 and knew it was fate!! I called my mom (who is an incredible pianist and has a GORGEOUS baby grand Steinway at her house) and was like, “yo should we get this piano?” and she was SHOCKED when she realized it was a Baldwin for that price. Will it be expensive to get it tuned? Probably. But most pianos need to be tuned, it’s always a thing, and at this price, we were certainly willing to try. Worst case my mom said we could swap the keys out and put a keyboard in (which I had never heard of but thought that was a genius idea) or maybe I’ll pick up piano restoration in my spare time (HA). But these bad boys sell for THOUSANDS of dollars online (like this one) and they’re not nearly as pretty as ours imho so it’s worth the hassle.

Oh and speaking of hassle. There’s something you should know if you’re thinking about buying a piano (especially an untuned one like ours) at a thrift store – the cost of delivery for a piano is wildly expensive which is why many people are throwing pianos at you for dirt cheap so you can take it off their hands because they are truly impossible to move. SO to get our piano delivered by the store we bought it at was another $100 (which was curbside only fyi). All in all, once we got it in here it was so pretty that we thought it was so worth it. Now time to look for piano tuners (if you have any recs in LA let me know!!) and a cute piano bench!

Gretch

Both of my vintage finds I picked up at different thrift stores around Portland. The basket I snagged from big-box, Value Village, and when I saw it on the shelf for $6 I about died. It’s hard to know whether or not this basket is truly “vintage,” though judging by the broken handle it came with, I think it would be safe to say. It’s a market basket, or a “bolga” basket, named after the town of Bolgatanga in Northern Ghana. I can only assume that’s where it comes from as it seems to be traditionally woven in elephant grass and the like, complete with a classic leather handle that is so beautifully worn. The colors are so me and I love that it’s slightly misshapen from years of use. Two people stopped me in the store to tell me it was “such a good find” or that they were “so jealous I picked it up first”. I did have to make a slight repair to part of the handle where it came undone. I’m not sure the original weaver/artist would approve of my E600 glue technique to fix it, but function-wise, it works great and looks like it was never busted to begin with! It’s been floating around my living room holding either blankets or lately, Christmas decorations I’m in the process of putting up.

This wooden planter looks like a ’70s dream to me. I spotted it on the floor of this funky hole-in-the-wall thrift store here in Portland called Psanctum Thrift. This shop is mostly filled with clothes but I love popping in to see if there are any hidden gems in their small homewares section. At first, I thought this was some sort of lamp until I got closer and realized it was a planter. I would’ve loved it either way. I’m pretty sure I scored it for around $8! I just think the curved legs are rad, I dig the slatted sides and I appreciate that it sort of sits like a small end table. Not pictured is the enclosed/ inset wooden top that has a hole just big enough for a 6″ pot. My monstera sits perfectly inside and how cute does it look cozied up to my market basket?

Pretty exhilarating, right? Between Em, Caitlin, and Mal’s insane deal scores and all the pretty things, I might need to do a little weekend shopping being this revved up. I mean the Rose Bowl is on Sunday…Happy Friday everyone;)

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The Case For The Food Gift & Why It’s Always A Winner

Gift giving tends to fall into one of a few categories. You’re either buying something for someone you have totally figured out and know you nailed it, someone you know super well but after years or decades of gift giving, you’re totally out of ideas, or someone you don’t really know but either feel obligated to in some way, or you legitimately want to do something nice for but are a bit lost on what to get them.

Any time you’re giving a gift, it’s nice to feel like the receiving end either could really use the thing or really wants the thing. It’s so crappy when it’s neither of those scenarios, frankly. Not to mention wasteful.

So today, I have a winning gift idea that always hits, and since the title of the post gives it away, I’ll cut to the chase: Food gifts. Maybe you’re thinking “Arlyn, I’ve got my tin of popcorn/cookies/cellophane-wrapped fruit cake ready to go for my friend/family/kids teacher,” but that’s not really what I’m talking about here. You see, last month, to surprise my husband on a big landmark birthday, I arranged for a close friend he hadn’t seen in over a decade to come into town. It was great, and during the long catch-up part of his visit, we asked about upcoming holiday things: where are you spending it, do you have any fun traditions, are you buying all the kids gifts or does your family do something else?

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Turns out, his family does something else. He went on to explain the merits of food-based gifts and why it’s basically all he gives to adults anymore and it made so much sense. A food item rarely becomes a burden for someone to have to store or find room for, it can be enjoyed right there and then with everyone present if they choose (or can be stashed and saved for a later date to be enjoyed by themselves), and it’s a great way to buy something pretty special for someone they’d likely never do themselves. He also explained how fun it is every year to find just the right bottle of wine for his brother (or maybe it was his brother-in-law) or have the cheesemonger in town put together an array of local offerings for his dad…that kind of thing, and it’s something he looks forward to doing and figuring out.

So, in honor of my husband’s friend’s great idea, and my new-found desire to give everyone in my life a food-based gift, I put together the following guide. But first, some rules:

Rule #1: Food gifts should feel highly personal and special. 

Knowing the gift receiver fairly well and what they do or don’t like to eat is pretty crucial to the successful food gift concept. Otherwise, you risk it feeling like you popped into the nearest TJ Maxx on the way over and grabbed something from their clearance food aisle. There’s a time and place for picking up a decent bottle of wine at the store—say…a neighbor’s holiday open house—but we can do a little (or a lot) better than that.

This is a chance to gift something to someone that they might not be inclined to get for themselves. Maybe you know a baker who struggles to justify buying that super fancy vanilla bean paste, or the coffee connoisseur whose been intrigued by concentrated coffee packs but doesn’t want to spend the money to stray from their everyday go-to. Let your gift of food be something that makes them feel adventurous or luxurious without the financial risk. 

Rule #2: Don’t make the gift receiver do more work. 

While there are some exemptions on my curation below of food gift ideas, think twice before wrapping up a make-your-own-mozzarella kit. The idea here isn’t to add to their to-do list (even if it sounds fun), but rather to have something ready-to-use and -eat. Maybe even something you can enjoy together, or they can easily share with other loved ones. A bag of biscuit mix from a renowned bakery? Sounds nice, but you know what’s better? Already made biscuits from a renowned bakery. Throw in a tub of pimento cheese and jam to round it out. 

Rule #3: Get something not necessarily holiday-related.

Let me explain this one a bit because it’s completely subjective to me and my low tolerance for unending amounts of sweets. Don’t get me wrong, give me a tin full of cookies and blondies and all that jazz and I’d be a happy girl in theory. But I get so sugared and baked good-ed out before Christmas even comes around because it comes from everywhere. Cookie exchanges, steaming cups of hot chocolate while strolling and looking at lights, boxes of goodies from friends, bake sales at my kid’s school…for me, it’s too much.

But give me a beautiful array of fancy tinned fish I’d admire but never warrant purchasing, and now we’re talking. Specialty olive oils for my next pizza night? Yes, please! Sure, I have chocolates on this list because some people can’t get enough, but don’t forget to think outside the confections!

design and styling by arlyn hernandez | photo by sara ligorria-tramp | from: arlyn’s warm (& sort of last-minute diyed) holiday reveal

Okay, on to some fun ideas (that frankly, I wish someone would gift to me as I’d be a gracious and grateful recipient!). Keep in mind that you can, of course, buy these specific items, but mostly, they’re to give you ideas that you can customize toward the liking of the recipient (though thankfully, a lot of these can also just be shipped directly to their home in case you aren’t seeing them in person this holiday season).

For The Big-Bold-Flavor Cook

Loisa Flavor Trio Combo, $29 | Essie Spice Signature Sauce Collection, $46 | Diaspora Co. Nadir Nahdi’s Fave Spices, $75

I can think of a handful of my friends who would love any of these, and I can think of a handful of others who wouldn’t know what on earth to do with them. So, that’s where rule #1 comes into play again. But if you have a loved one who loves cooking and exploring new flavors, any of these would be so great (spoken by a person who loves to cook and explore new flavors). The Loisa trio is rooted in Puerto Rican food but could likely work in so many other cuisines, the box from Essie Spice is all sauces, and the Diaspora collection is as potent as the tins are beautiful for anyone interested in Indian cuisine.

For The Friend With A Sweet Tooth

Levain Bakery Signature Cookie Assortment, from $29 | Compartés Chocolate Covered Fruits Assortment Gift Box, $70

A big batch of chunky, heavenly Levain Bakery cookies is one of my favorite gifts for anyone in my life who’s a cookie lover. They’re pricey per unit but so, so good. And these chocolate covered fruits from Compartés are out of this world beautiful, so could be a great option for someone extra special you want to impress.

Jeni’s Ice Creams Best Sellers Collection, $58 | Bourbon Caramel Sauce, $15

Ice cream is a perfect dessert-y gift to give this time of year because it can be popped in the freezer for whenever someone is ready to satisfy their sweet tooth, even if that’s not for a few more weeks. Jeni’s brambleberry crisp is one of my all-time favorites, and that’s a deeply rooted chocolate lover saying this. Oh, and throw in some bourbon caramel sauce for a real treat.

For The Cook Who Loves Little Luxuries

Brightland The Pizza Night Set, $89 | Flamingo Estate Olive Oil & Fuyu Persimmon Vinegar, $98

I know this isn’t a “what to buy Arlyn” gift guide, but for anyone here in my life reading this, feel free to buy me anything, especially this fun “Pizza Night” set from Brightland. The olive oil bottles themselves are already so beautiful and gift-worthy, but throw in an excuse to host a pizza party, and I’ll take it. But if you want something more elevated (and your budget has some more wiggle room), Flamingo Estate has this lovely box set of heritage olive oil and an exciting fuyu persimmon vinegar!

Maldon Sea Salt, Set of 2, $22 | Herbs de Provence in Ceramic Crock, $20

Maldon salt is my “make it a little more special” staple (I have a giant tub of it from Costco), so any cook in your life would 100% love this. Same with a great crock of herbs de Provence.

Rubirosa Sunday Sauce Kit, $70

Rubirosa is a famous red-sauce joint restaurant in NYC and they’re known for their vodka sauce (on top of other things). This awesome kit brings anyone who receives it straight to New York without the flight (or the impossible waitlist/reservation).

For The Coffee Or Tea Lover

Kloo Concentrated Coffee Tasting Set, $75 | Farmhouse Pottery Vermont Creamed Honey, $20 | Sachai Tea Co. Chai Concentrate Sampler, $35

Concentrated coffee is gaining traction even amongst coffee snobs, and this set from Kloo is so gorgeous. It would be such a special treat to receive and explore something new for anyone locked into their coffee routine. And if your recipient is more of a tea drinker, there’s a concentrate for that, too! (And the creamed honey is just so decadent no matter which way you lean.)

For The Bruncher

Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit Share the Love Gift Basket, $55 | Marmalade Grove “Party Of Six” Gift Set, $54 | Vermont Farmhouse Maple Syrup, $38 for 16 oz

Biscuits with pimento cheese, swoon-worthy marmalades, Vermont-farmed maple syrup…any breakfast person in your life will absolutely love any of the above, I promise.

For The Adventurous Snacker

Fishwife The Tinned Fish Party Pack, $55 | Crave Japan Mystery Drinks And Snacks Crate, $40 | Ayoh The Works 4 Sando Sauces, $40

Just like coffee and tea concentrates, “luxury” tinned fish is kind of all the rage right now amongst those who consider themselves foodies. And there’s no more of-the-moment brand than Fishwife, imho. For something a little bit less niche, if you have a snacker in your life, I bet they’ll have a lot of fun with this mystery box full of Japanese snacks. And if that’s still not quite right, mayo and sandwich lovers rejoice, because chef Molly Baz recently released her brand Ayoh! and you get the whole flavor range for $40.

For The Baker

Heilala Vanilla Paste with Gift Box, $25 | Penzeys 4 Jar Bakers’ Assortment Gift Pack, $37

A tub of $25 vanilla paste (that’s raved about, FYI) and $37 spices (from a very beloved brand) are just not how I would spend my own money even though I bake fairly regularly. But that’s not based on the items themselves, rather that it seems like too much of a splurge. Which is exactly why they’d make awesome gifts!

For The Cheese Devotee

Cowgirl Creamery The Ultimate Cowgirl Cheese Collection, $150 | Classic Medium Cheese & Charcuterie Board, $159

Somehow, cheese is one of the most expensive gift ideas on this whole list. Who woulda thunk it? You could very easily find a great local cheese shop and ask the cheese monger/shop worker to help you put together a far more affordable spread. You could also send a fabulous assortment from Cowgirl Creamery across the country (via Goldbelly, which you should check out for a huge variety of food-related gifts) or a full charcuterie board from Boarderie.

For The Wellness Seeker

Ghia Non-Alcoholic Berry Apéritif, $38 | Stone Hollow Farmstead Strawberry Rose Drinking Vinegar, $19

Ghia isn’t new on the scene, but it’s still buzzy and feels like a fancy bottle of something with a little more thought than a Trader Joe’s bottle of wine (no hate, I love TJ wine). Plus, it’s non-alcoholic so it’s still viable for anyone in your life who doesn’t imbibe. And while I think a drinking vinegar is not for everyone, if you know someone who already sips apple cider vinegar for health benefits, this would be a thoughtful and exciting thing to try, I think.

For Someone Who Appreciates A Good Steak

Best of Porter Road Box, $145

Once upon a time, I would regularly receive a yearly box of fancy meat and cheeses from a client of a previous job. I looked forward to that box of meat every December. Everyone on my team did and it became a yearly talking point. While this one breaks rule #2 (don’t make someone do more work), I doubt any carnivores in your life would mind throwing a very good-quality steak on the flat top/grill/stove at any point in the year.

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So there you have it my friends. There are so many ways you can take the food gift and have a lot of fun with it. And if it becomes “your thing,” I can almost guarantee that it’ll become a yearly treat for the receiving end to see what you come up with for them. It’s truly just such a useful gift that requires very little burden, so to me, that’s a win-win.

Enjoy, happy gift giving, and merry everything.

Opening Image Credits: Styling By Emily Henderson | Photo By Sara Ligorria-Tramp | From: Holiday Entertaining Just Got A Whole Lot Easier

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I’m Adding Patterned Wallpaper Throughout The House (Projects I’ve Been Putting Off Forever)

I am on a decision-making kick. I think with my creative headspace being freed up from most of the river house being done, I’ve had more time and desire to dig in again on the farm (more to come on the river house, obviously, but the renovation is done and decorating is so much easier). A few spaces in the house have low-key bugged me – they just didn’t feel finished but they also weren’t a mental priority. So here are a few of them and what I’m thinking…

The Laundry Closet

She’s boring and doesn’t need a lot but could use storage and either paint or wallpaper. This is on the second-floor landing and it’s where we do the bulk of the laundry (adjacent to the kid’s rooms). I realize that as a design blogger, I have a very basic-looking washer/dryer but I don’t care. Listen, I’m a little fearful of front-loading washers because they are harder to keep mold out, I’m also fearful of smart appliances because it seems like more can go wrong. So I asked my sister (who used to work at an appliance repair shop for years) which washer/dryer never needs repair (and still has big capacity) and she said without hesitation “Get the Speed Queen and only the Speed Queen”. A plumber who had to be repeatedly been called to service our front-loading washer/dryer in LA also told me the same thing. So yeah, these aren’t beautiful but we are very happy with our Speed Queens (and y’all stop it with the smart appliances and just make really, really simple and basic hardworking and long-lasting appliances again that do their actual job really well, please?).

For this project, we are going to attempt to use Spoonflower’s pre-pasted wallpaper which is supposed to be easier to install than peel-and-stick or unpasted (traditional). So I ordered a ton of samples that felt fun, and yet appropriate in a laundry closet. You might not be able to notice that there is a very subtle ticking stripe wallpaper on the landing walls (up the stairway, too) so this needed to contrast well with it.

I wanted something more fun this time – NOT subtle because this is a laundry closet and a place to do something more interesting (I was inspired by my own art barn, TBH so ready to take some risks again). Spoonflower has a ton of amazing florals but I wanted one that felt more Scandinavian than William Morris (…just for this house, I love William Morris and just used one in another project I’m excited to show you). Also, the color needed to work well with our vintage doors that lean periwinkle. I have a lot of blue in the house so I want to stay within my curated palette and also it needs to look good with the adjacent bathroom (right to the left) that will also have wallpapers (yes, that’s three wallpapers right next to each other).

1. Wonderful World of Scandi Blooms Mid-Century | 2. Chiara Rustic Green | 3. Scandinavian Flowers | 4. Pale Pink Sage and Blue on White Emma Stripe | 5. Americana Floral Stripe Blue Green | 6. Americana Floral Stripe Green | 7. Olive Green on Cream Emma Stripe | 8. Mughal Flowers Cornflower Blue | 9. Portsmouth Blue Stripe | 10. Fancy That Wispy Wildflowers Mint

For this, there is a clear winner. I loved it most when I pulled it out of the packet, then when we hung them all up Gretch had the same #1 pick. Reveal coming early January:)

Kids Bath – FINALLY

It’s ALWAYS bugged me that the creamy white tile just goes into creamy white trim, then drywall. But I was out of design steam for a while so we revealed the room as-is. The last year (no joke) I’ve had these samples up there and I finally made the decision a couple of weeks ago. Now staring at these I’m wondering if I chose the right one!!!! I love them all so much.

Left: Ruskin (Green) | Middle: Folklore Tree (Blue) | Right: Folklore Tree (Sage)

When you look at this photo, the blue one in the middle pops the most, but that is because it works so well with the curtains and the painting (and my shirt). But I actually went with the one of the right (Folklore Tree it’s called, both by Graham and Brown) that has blue undertones in the “trees” but leans more overall green. I also liked the negative space of the creamy white in between the trees and thought it would keep it from being too dark and heavy, which I was worried would just feel sandwiched with the darker tile floor. We are NOT doing the ceiling so I’m likely going to need to add some trim, i.e. crown molding. I felt so 100% about this choice (playful for a kids’ bath, but still Scandi and the organic pattern works really well with the tile, etc). I still think it’s the right choice (and it’s arrived so we aren’t going back) but staring at these here I’m jealous of the blue…

Primary Bath Toilet Room

Left: Coppice (Blue) | Right: Coppice (Sage)

I knew years ago that this tiny water closet would eventually get a wallpaper, but I couldn’t bring myself to do it because the endless house projects felt chaotic (and I just loved the quiet negative space in some of the rooms). But these walls always wanted something “fun”. I’ve loved this pattern forever and felt like it was time to just do it. TBH, I love the blue trees and leaves better than the green, but I was worried that with the blue tile on the floor (and the blue bedroom nearby) that this would feel like just too much. The trees outside all of the pretty windows in the bathroom are part of the color palette of the house and so my hope/thinking is that the green is overall the better choice to offset all the blue.

Our Tiny Hallway Before The Bedroom

1. Verte Dew | 2. Fig | 3. English Garden Blush | 4. Borastapeter Ester Grey | 5. Waldemar Blue | 6. Shirt Stripe White | 7. Waldemar Green | 8. Peonia Forest | 9. Verte Mink | 10. Verte Fennel | 11. Sorry, can’t find the link!

This has been kicked down the road for a couple of years now – mostly because in certain lights (daylight with a lot of sun) the blue paint in the bedroom is too intense for me so I want to repaint (which I quote a quote for and it was $6k so I gave up). Eventually, I want to repaint a softer color in here, paint the ceiling back white, and customize a patterned bed (this bed was designed for the guest room, not this room). So with all those design decisions up in the air (and not really a priority), I want to continue to wait on this little space.

Excited to get these done! xx

*Photos by Kaitlin Green

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Here’s How We Made The Super Squiggly DIY Cork Board For My Niece’s Bedroom

Last week we revealed my niece’s tween bedroom makeover and while I didn’t need to do another crazy custom bulletin board, I know that tweens love them (and big ones are strangely expensive). I also wanted to make sure that this room (with all dope AllModern furniture) was still youthful and playful and had some trendier elements to keep it from being too sophisticated. And listen, this wacky corkboard is giving Nickelodeon vibes for sure, but you could take the same steps and do your own pattern (even just scalloped edges with bowls), using the same tools. So here goes…a fun squiggly DIY corkboard for you (or the tween/teen in your life).

Cork Roll | XL Foam Core (bought individually in-store) | Spray Glue | Hot Glue Gun | Bowls

I had a giant roll of cork I’d been hoarding for a project such as this. On its own, the cork is thin and can tear easily if you’re not careful, so Gretchen found a large piece of foam core at Blick’s to serve as the backing. We knew we wanted to hang this above my niece’s dresser, so that meant it needed to be big enough to take up ample space on such a large wall, but not so big that it would take over. The board we went with is about 40”x 60” and pretty thick, like 1/2”, so that future push pins have enough to stick into.

To trace the squiggle shape we took a stack of bowls and lined them up, side by side, around the edge of the board. These bowls were snagged from my brother’s kitchen. I accidentally dropped and broke one on the way outside and got Sharpie on most of them from tracing–sorry little bro, I owe you some new bowls! So if you’re inspired to attempt this DIY yourself, stick to something you don’t mind maybe messing up a little. But know that Sharpie does wash off of ceramic bowls pretty easily.

Now, it just so happened these bowls fit almost exactly around the board. This was helpful in keeping them all lined up to the edge as I traced around each of them, going around the bowl about halfway, before jumping over to the next bowl to finish the curve, creating the “squiggle” you see here. We wanted to lean into the more wild wiggle shape, but you could also trace only part way up/down the bowls to give it a more scalloped look OR just freehand whatever shape you’d like! We just wanted to make sure the shape felt fluid and that the squiggle didn’t cut off weird.

Mission accomplished. Once we had the outline, it was time to cut it out. At first, we tried using X-acto knives, which might’ve worked better on a thinner board, but it was SUCH a hassle to get it to go through. Instead, I grabbed a steak knife which worked hilariously well, almost like a little saw (which would probably work just as well or better for this, tbh). It came out a little rough around the edges, but not too bad! It went fast and that’s what I cared about at this stage.

I hit the sides with sandpaper to smooth them out a bit before gluing. You may be wondering why I decided to cut the board now when the cork is nowhere in sight. Well, since the cork roll was so thin and fragile, it seemed like gluing the two together first might make the cut even rougher, with the potential for tears along the cork if spots weren’t as glued down. By cutting the board, then gluing the cork roll, then cutting again, we’d have a rough-but-thick, pre-shaped edge to gingerly cut along. And thin enough to use scissors on, too, which was way easier!

So that’s what we did. After I cut the shape, I spray-glued the back of the board and rolled out the cork flat on top. I smoothed it out to make sure it was really stuck down. The spray glue worked pretty well, but as I suspected, it didn’t stick to the edges super well. We went back around adding a little bit of tacky glue to make sure it would really stay down.

Once the cork was adhered to the board, we flipped the whole thing over so our outline would be easy to see. At this stage, both Gretch and I experimented with X-acto knives and scissors to cut out the shape a second time. Both worked pretty well, but because we did this outside on the grass for most of the cutting, the surface below made it harder to slide the blade in a clean way. That’s why I say go with scissors, but if you’re working on a table or have a cutting mat large enough, I think a blade will get you tighter, cleaner lines.

We went back over the board with said blade, this time right side up, to touch up any glaringly obvious defects. Thankfully, I need not worry too much about clean lines here, because it was the plan all along to add trim to this corkboard. With such a simple DIY like this, adding the trim is really what takes it from any old craft to something you’d actually be happy to hang on your wall.

I had bought quite a few options for trim because I couldn’t make up my mind. On my first run to the store, I snagged some white rope and a paracord-like material because that was literally all they had. Gretch and I contemplated using it but it just wasn’t right. So I hit a different store and thankfully (depending on who you ask) found wayyy too many good trim options to bring back. It came down to one of these two velvets. This was us bringing the unfinished corkboard to the room and draping all the trims on it to decide. It was a close call, but we landed on blue.

At one point we contemplated using flexi-moulding, but after an in-store review, it just wasn’t a fit. Fabric trim was way friendlier to use and more tween room appropriate anyway. This trim in particular worked perfectly because it’s essentially readymade piping. Meaning it had a bull nose shape with seam allowance that together happened to be the exact width of the new board. The easiest path forward was to just hot glue it on, piping side up (obviously). I used my handy-dandy wireless glue gun and made quick work of it!

We made sure to start where we wanted it to end–somewhere inconspicuous, so we could tuck the end piece out of sight. I will say, if you’re working fast like we did, you’ll likely run into some glue-ups. The hot glue got a little messy and would fudge up on the velvet. So if you tackle this project yourself, set aside enough time to go nice and slow. But just like that, we had a squiggly corkboard! It’s not perfect, but it was made with love and it’s a project I would definitely try again.

We used a simple picture-hanging kit to attach a wire on the backside for easy hanging. A few nails in the wall later and here it is on her wall, looking so good! But a little too empty…

It’s so much more fun with her personal touches–polaroids of friends and family, little crafts she’s made over the years, butterfly doodads, and some Teen Beat cut-outs because…duh! The best part is this DIY is totally kid-friendly with a little supervision. We surprised my niece with this room, but I think this would be a really fast and fun project to do with your kids/tweens to involve them in a makeover. I sure felt accomplished once we saw it on the wall! And it only took about a day and ~$100 to get it done. I’d call that a win.

The corkboard looks so cute in her whimsical room and my niece loves having the freedom to stick whatever ephemera she wants up there! This is a room meant to grow with her, so going DIY on a piece like this, just made the most sense. It’s not meant to be too precious, just creative and fun. A big thanks to Gretch who worked on this project with me, Kaitlin for her pretty photos (go check out the room reveal if you haven’t already), and my niece for trusting me with her space!

*After Photos by Kaitlin Green

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The Link Up: Em’s HOLIDAY Romance Novel Recs, The Best Affordable Blowout Brush, And A Great Half-Zip Pullover

Happy Sunday and we hope everyone who celebrated had a great Thanksgiving with their families. We too were juggling work and family time but it’s always worth the chaos getting to spend extra time together:) Oh, and we hope you loved Emily’s niece’s pretty awesome bedroom reveal, and don’t worry the DIY bulletin board step-by-step post is coming this next week. Until then, here are this week’s links!

This week’s house tour is more of a holiday house tour to start this December off with as much cheer as possible. EHD friend, Drew Michael Scott, just had his home published from last year’s Christmas and it’s full of wonderful ideas. You should also see his mantle this year Enjoy!

From Emily: Y’ALL. It’s a busy time for my romantic life what with all the holiday movies out and now SO MANY HOLIDAY ROMANCE NOVELS. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed how the publishing industry is like “Oh yeah? We can do this too” and is tapping a lot of our favorite romance authors for holiday-themed novellas or novels. I just finished In The Holidaze by Christina Lauren (a real solid favorite of mine, which was cute but pretty tame) and am excited to dig into more (recommendations?). If you are wondering what to read in the romance thriller world I highly suggest following Beach Reads And Bubbly – she has GREAT recommendations in all the thriller/romance/romantasy/erotica genres. Last year, I read Window Shopping by Tessa Bailey and I’m about to dig into the Lovelight Farms. Let me know in the comments what I should throw on my list.

From Caitlin: It finally happened: I bought a selfish gift. Last week, I sent my mom this budget-friendly heated round brush. Sure, I knew she’d like using it…but honestly, I didn’t have enough room to pack my heated brush in my carry-on, and I wanted to be able to borrow hers while visiting her on the East Coast. To that end: I’ve had this thermal brush for almost two years (I’ve written about it before, if it’s ringing a bell) and it is the ONLY hair tool I trust. I’ve never been great at styling my own hair, but this gives me professional blowout results in under 15 minutes, EVERY SINGLE TIME. You wrap your hair around it (the motion is the same as a curling wand – it’s WAY easier than a traditional iron!) and this brush adds all the shine and bounce a gal could dream of. A must-try for anyone who lacks the coordination for an actual blowout!

Also From Caitlin: My all-time favorite shaping swimsuit is on sale for 40% off. I’ve written about it at length here in the past (see this previous writeup for all the details), but I’ll just reiterate this: I keep this swimsuit IN MY CAR just in case there’s a swimming emergency. (My child self would have her mind blown if she knew that one day, we’d be confident enough to throw on a suit at a moment’s notice!) I have 3 TA3 suits – the Lacey, the aptly-named Plungey, and the more modest Squarey – and I just love wearing them

If you are renovating and also want to get in on these Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals, we just made a special post for you! HEAD HERE!

From Arlyn: I LOVE this new half-zip pullover I grabbed a few weeks ago from Gap. I bought a similar one last year for super cheap off Amazon and after 1-2 washes, it looked awful. This is NOT that. The material is awesome, it’s warm but not too warm, is a great length, and washes really well. It’s on sale for about $48 right now for their Black Friday deal, and honestly, I might try to get another one in my size in another color if it hasn’t sold out yet.

From Mallory: Holiday doormat recs coming your way! I was in desperate need of a doormat and stumbled across this one from Anthropologie…and I’m obsessed. It’s so jolly and sweet!! I also saw a DIY of it that was amazing if you’re feeling crafty (could be a fun holiday craft night with the fam). Or if you’re less of a DIY gal – I also found this one from Target that made me audibly go “awww” (and it’s only $13). It’s time to get in the spirit so why not start at your front door? Happy holidays!!!

From Gretchen: Coming to you with a new Instagram/TikTok account that brings me so much joy every time they drop a new “will it lamp?” video. Basically, this duo of artists, Clay and Rory, go thrift shopping looking for interesting items they can morph into lamps with a little creative reconfiguring. I used to LOVE making lamps out of vintage baskets and these videos remind me of just that, but way better! They’ll take a beautiful opalescent glass bowl, drill a hole in the back, and attach a light kit with a pretty bulb to turn it into the coolest sconce you’ve ever seen! They’ve been great about keeping up with the series and it’s been such a fun watch to get in the creative spirit.

Also From Gretchen: I’ve been craving an IKEA excursion for a while now and I finally braved the crowds. I’m a little obsessed with going on the IKEA app first to see what all is new or what I suddenly can’t live without, and then saving each item to a list so I have a roadmap when I head to the store. I still end up buying way too much stuff every time, but at least I feel like I’m doing it efficiently! Anyway, a while back I wrote about my plans to build out my kitchen island so it’d better serve as the backside of a makeshift wall/conversation pit enclosure for my couch. If that sounds totally confusing, you’re not wrong, but this post should explain it better! Well, I’ve been living with a new-to-me sofa, sitting backed up to the kitchen and while I love the arrangement, it’s still an eyesore because it sticks out past the island. Before I jump into a new building project, I took a commenter’s advice to pick up these shelves from IKEA first to carve out the space and hopefully make it feel more anchored. They are the perfect depth, just 12″, the same as the lip of my island, and short enough that they can tuck just below it. I bought four of them–three to line the back of the sofa and one that returns to act as a side table. They form a perfect L shape and totally give me that closed-in, conversation pit vibe I was looking for. The shelves were SUPER affordable, even more so with an IKEA Family card, are seriously sturdy, and look GOOD.

From Jess: I was looking for a more formal dress for a fun holiday event I was invited to and came across this beauty. I didn’t think it would totally work on me but I ended up LOVING it (it’s better on than it shows on the models). Anyway, if you are in need of a stunning black (or metallic) dress that can easily go formal I recommend this one. Plus, this weekend it’s 40% off…

As always, thank you for spending some time with us today and see you tomorrow. xx

Opening Image Credits: Photo by Kaitlin Green | From: My Niece’s Colorful Tween Bedroom Reveal That She Will Hopefully Still Love In Five Years:)

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A Renovator’s Guide to Cyber Monday (Where to Save On Fixtures, Appliances, & More)

Hey, renovators – this one is for you. Here’s the deal: I know what it’s like to be knee-deep in a remodel, especially during this time of year. Budgets grow unexpectedly. Long shipping times spiral into installation delays. Sometimes it feels like a Sisyphean task – like you’ll be living in a construction zone until the end of time. You’re surrounded by discounts – discounts on furniture; discounts on decor; discounts on everything OTHER than the components you need to finish your home – it all adds up.

But get this: it doesn’t have to be this way. What if I told you that you that this Cyber Monday, you could score up to 80% off everything from timeless kitchen cabinets and fresh vanities to cast-iron tubs and farmhouse sinks? But wait, there’s more: what if I told you that you could score up to 80% off AND you could sweeten the deal with fast, free shipping? Because, friends – IT IS POSSIBLE. To that end, we wanted to share a handy renovator’s guide to making the most of Wayfair’s Cyber Monday sale – are you ready to save some dough?

Vanitiesphotos by sara ligorria-tramp | from: a carpeted basement bathroom gets a budget makeover

You may recall that we turned to Wayfair when sourcing a vanity for this budget-friendly basement bathroom remodel. When un-fun tasks (waterproofing, floor leveling, and duct moving) ate up most of the renovation budget for this space, we needed to get creative with our fixtures and finishes. Part of our cost-saving strategy was to go with ready-made fixtures instead of doing the custom route. We picked a deep navy vanity that came with a Carrera marble top and had much-needed storage…both open and closed. If you love this look, I’d recommend checking out this 42″ vanity – it has an identical look, but with a slightly larger profile that offers a bit more storage and counter space. Did I mention it’s also more than 50% off?

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Tubsphoto by sara ligorria-tramp | from: creating the dreamiest primary bath

This freestanding cast iron tub by Kohler was the piece de resistance of the Portland Project’s primary bathroom. Now, get this: the EXACT SAME TUB is now 25% off – with fast shipping, to boot – so you can have your new soaking spot installed by Christmas. Not feeling the Victorian look? No problem – there’s way more where that came from.

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Sinksphoto by kaitlin green | from: a fantasy utility room for the whole family

My brother responded HARD to this antique-style sink and all but demanded that it go into his house. This is where the mash-up of contemporary and vintage/traditional started coming into play – which at times has confused me but it’s also what makes a home feel more custom. The surprise quirk of this sink with black-turned legs is exciting. I LOVE how it looks and more importantly, love that my brother loves a design element so passionately. There’s tons of space for rinsing laundry, soaking plants, or even stashing those overflow dishes while hosting. And yes, you guessed it – she’s 25% off today.

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Appliancesphotos by sara ligorria-tramp | from: a builder grade kitchen renovation

You don’t need to match your appliances, but it’s great if you’re looking for a uniform look (or if you have a tried-and-true brand preference). Wayfair has a fully-stocked appliance selection that rivals (or even surpasses) many hardware-specific stores, and a nationwide distribution network that can get you the appliances you need fast (like, before your next holiday dinner – that fast). LG? Samsung? GE? Bosch? Kenmore? Café? Frigidaire? ZLINE? SMEG? Whatever your preference, it’s likely on sale RIGHT NOW.

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Cabinetsphoto by veronica crawford | from: an under-$20,000 diy kitchen gut reno

When Velinda needed to source budget-friendly cabinets for her DIY kitchen renovation, she saved on shipping costs by schlepping unassembled cabinet pieces from a warehouse and back to her home in a tiny car, piece by piece. It was time-intensive and laborious. If she were to do it all again, though, Velinda may have chosen to have ready-to-assemble cabinets shipped directly to her home – a bank of Shaker cabinets, like the one seen above, would’ve run her just over $1,000. Can you believe it?!

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Tilephoto by veronica crawford | from: a kitchen reveal that just might have you wishing for brown cabinets

When Arlyn moved into a new rental with cherry cabinets, a difficult-to-match countertop, and a non-existent backsplash, she unified the space with a genius peel-and-stick tile. If you’re saving up for your dream tile, this can be an awesome stopgap solution. But if you’re ready to install something a bit more permanent, might I suggest one of these options?

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Fireplacesphoto by kaitlin green | from: our family room – by far the coziest spot in our house

OK, OK. These last three are really the cherry on top of the remodeling sundae, if you catch my drift. But if you are building or remodeling, I love this configuration of a TV wall – with a stove fireplace next to it. It warms up the room quickly so we use it mostly on the chilly nights and that ambiance, obviously, is quite the mood boost during what we call “the long great dark” up here. This type of fireplace can add a lot of charm and history back into a fresher, more modern space – highly recommend.

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Saunasphoto by kaitlin green | from: the river house primary bath reveal

Very jealous: we installed a custom sauna in the River House, which is currently being used 5 nights a week. (Ken and Katie watch Friday Night Lights through the glass on an iPad. Again, very jealous.) But when it comes to sauna, there are some fantastic readymade options out there that can be slotted straight into any in-progress project. Is it a little, well, extra, for lack of a better word? Yes. But if you love to sauna, it can be a worthwhile investment.

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Hot Tubsphotos by sara ligorria-tramp | from: can a no plumbing, no electricity hot tub live up to the hype?

Once you’re finished with the inside of the house, it’s time to treat yourself to a nice, long soak….preferably in a beautifully crafted hot tub that complements your beautiful landscaping. (Can we all just give it up for Bowser? Her home transformation has been extraordinary to watch.) No matter your aesthetic, there’s a hot tub for you on sale now at Wayfair…and trust me, I know you deserve it.

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The reno slog can be unending, challenging, and frustrating. (I know this firsthand.) But it doesn’t have to be debilitatingly expensive! Hoping this guide can help you save a little (or a lot) of moolah this Cyber Monday. Any other tips to share? We’re all ears. xx

Opening Image Credits: Design by Priscilla Frost | Styled by Emily Henderson | Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp | From: My Friend’s Carpeted Basement Bathroom Gets A Budget Makeover (With A Lot Of Readymade Products And The Transformation Is Insane)

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The BEST OF Gift Guide: The Top Selling Picks From All Of Our Guides

We know that by this time of the year, you have been bombarded with gift guides from every place you happen to look – it’s a lot. But as someone who also sees them I do find them really helpful! I also know that the people creating them put a lot of time and care into choosing each item. That’s definitely true for us. We really want these guides to help you find gifts that your loved ones will LOVE! My dad still talks about the sweatpants I bought off of Brian’s gift guide a few years ago and that man is hard to please in the gift category. Fingers crossed this year will be another rave review and another thank you card will be sent to Brian (and Ken). Anyway, since this is kinda THE sale week of the year, we thought we’d round up all the guides we’ve done so far and show you what have been the top sellers. Hopefully, it’s helpful to see what others are picking up if you are stumped. Shall we start with the first guide we posted??

Mostly Affordable Home Decor Guide

Emily’s gift guides are obviously the most beloved. They are always so fun, so thoughtful, and it’s kinda hard to not want everything. Me included. This year Em wanted to start with her home decor guide that was filled with affordable options (and a few spendy ones). Let’s see what were the top sellers.

Juju’s Garden Button-Up Top | Holly Cushion Cover | Schoolhouse x Pendleton® Canebrake Wool Blanket

Plot twist! The blouse Emily was wearing in the shoot was the actual top seller. This probably shouldn’t be a surprise since it’s beautiful, great for most seasons, and from such a wonderful brand, Farm Rio. Next up was that incredible velvet pillow. Even I’ve thought about getting it but I keep reminding myself that I can’t always copy Em:) Then followed that Schoolhouse x Pendleton blanket that we too can’t get enough of. Did you also see it in Kailtin’s living room reveal? What a special gift!

Wavy Shade Collection with Ceramic Base Table Lamp | Stallion on Canvas Board | Marble Dish

For some more affordable and beloved gifts, that lamp is such a winner (to which many of you agreed). If I got that as a gift I would be overwhelmed in the best way. It’s such a cool versatile lamp. Art is another really great gift! This horse painting, sorry, stallion painting, is so pretty and the colors are perfect. The final gift in the top 6 was that chic marble dish that only costs $20. Who doesn’t need a beautiful, trend-forward catchall dish?

Ok, next up, Emily’s fashion and beauty guide.

Em’s Fashion And Beauty Guide

Since we can see what people are buying year-round, I know that most of us are BIG fans of Em’s fashion style. Again, me included. So this was super fun to see and I have a feeling that there was a healthy amount of personal Christmas shopping:)

Oversized Double-Breasted Topcoat | Relaxed Walker Coat | The Tierney Fairisle Mixed Coat

The people wanted coats! That’s at least what the data is saying. Regardless, these three coats were the winners. That black one is as classic as it gets! This puppy will never go out of style. Then that amazing plaid coat that Emily’s been wearing nonstop is pretty freaking incredible. It’s a showstopper yet not “crazy”. The perfect dress-up/dress-down piece that will make any outfit awesome. Lastly, that quilted coat is a perfect causal but chic option! I saw it in person when I was at Anthro last week and boy is it cute. I can’t imagine anyone not being stoked to unwrap this up.

Margarita Jumpsuit | Oval Pendant Necklace | Sunday Riley Go To Bed With Me Gift Set

I think if there’s anyone to trust about a cool jumpsuit recommendation is Emily Henderson which is likely why this one was such a hit! It’s so cool, roomy, and totally effortless. Then for a slightly dressier option, that oval pendant necklace is SO pretty. It feels a little extra unique with the oval shape and is something that you can totally wear every day. Hope anyone who got it (or is gifting it) loved it! Lastly, we have a truly incredible skincare gift set that was quite popular with you readers. Sunday Riley is known for their amazing products so to get something like this, that has everything you need, especially for a skincare novice is the dream. Excellent purchases, y’all;)

The Dude/Bro Guide

It’s time to shift to the boys! I love these real, in-person shopping posts. Plus, Brian and Ken are a killer dynamic duo:) Their ideas were awesome and even helped me with a few dad purchases! Let’s see what you all picked up most…

Sherpa Denim Trucker Jacket | Quilt Lined Cotton Shacket | Midweight Denim Workshirt

Even my dad always says you can’t go wrong with a jean jacket and this one is a very cool one. All of the men who are getting these items are in for a cool style upgrade:) Another go-to gift that is dad and brother approved in my life too are good flannels. I can see why this one was so popular because those colors are great and it’s not too busy. But if you’re guy isn’t a fannel guy then a denim shirt is classic and so cool. Clearly, a lot of you agreed:)

Comfort Blend Boxer Brief 5″ | ABC JoggerRegular | Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Wolf Grey”

Now from the way Ken talked about these boxers I am in no way surprised these were such hot sellers. His exact works were “these are the best ever made”. Case closed, I think. Then Brian said these joggers are comfy which I know is true since his jogger recommendation a few years ago was A HIT with Les Bunge. Many men will be grateful for this gift. And Air Jordans will also be a VERY welcomed gift since they are the classic cool guy shoe that looks great on everyone.

The Boomer Dad Gift Guide

I’m wildly biased but this is my favorite post of any year so when you all say how much you love it too it makes my heart so full! I’ve probably said that a hundred times but it’s true. So while it’s a heartwarming posts it’s always full of practical gifts you all seem to love! Here’s what the top ones from this year.

Soho Pebble Sueded Jacket | The Classic Shirt in Corduroy | The Stretch Twill 5-Pocket Pant

My dad is a cozy connoisseur so when he says something is cushy, it is. Happy to see this great shirt on the list (plus this brand is a favorite in my family). Then I was glad to see my dad’s modeling skills paid off lol. I was there when he bought this corduroy shirt and pants and let’s just say he was feeling himself. The men in your life will feel the same:)

MoriMori Design Lamp with Loudspeaker | Microplane® Pro Serrated & Straight Peelers (Set of 2) | Natural Coir Boot Scraper Door Mat

A nightlight is a great gift for anyone but especially for those who need to use the bathroom in the middle of the night (like my dad). This one is practical AND cute. Plus it’s great for anytime you want a little extra soft mood lighting. Then I’m very curious if this peeler set was more of a self gift for those who bought it:) Heck, I almost got it for myself too! Same goes for that great boot scraper mat. One of those gifts that is so great once you get to use it and stop tracking dirt, mud, and snow into the house.

Ok, let’s move onto the little ones.

The Toddler Gift Guide

The toddler age is such a fun age. They definitely have opinions about what they like but you still have a ton of influence. THE DREAM. So Arlyn put together such a great guide that is absolutely toddler-aprroved. Let’s see what you loved most!

Toniebox Audio Player Starter Set | Micro Kickboard Mini Plus Kick Kids’ Scooter with LED Lights | Toddler Willow Rain Boots

So happy to see the Tonibox on the list! This is truly such a cool gift and an awesome no screen activity. Her daughter is obsessed. Then for the favorite and most durable scooter in the game! What kid doesn’t love a scooter?? Same goes for rainboots! My 3-year-old cousin LOVES his rainboots too. Perfect for nearly any messy occasion:)

Battat Education Bright Explorer Educational Light Box Playset | Magna-Tiles Storage Bin/Playmat | B. toys Running Water Play Sink

But for more indoor activities, all of these are perfect for your toddler! Talk about endless hours of entertainment (which is a parent’s dream, isn’t it??). The Magnatiles storage bin was probably a popular parent purchase though;)

The Not So Little Kid Gift Guide

Last but not least is our not so little but not teenager yet gift guide. As I was writing this post I had my 10 and 8 year old cousins look at this list and they approve too!

Toybox 3D Printer | 91pc Go Go Studio Mixed Media Art Set | Air Dry Clay Kit

Even though it’s a pricier, I’m not surprised this 3-D printer was at the top of this. I can’t even image how much fun I would have had making things on this. A very special gift for sure. But also a great art set is also an incredible gift! I love how vast this one is and any art loving kid would be pumped to get this. Same goes for this Hey Clay kit. Em’s kids are obsessed. Love that creativity was the real winner here.

Retro Game Keychain | Boomerang Ball 360°Rotating Hand Controlled Drone Orbit | Pink Cinema Light Box

But look a retro game is also pretty cool and my almost 13 year old cousin agrees. Love getting their input while I’m working:) Basically this keychain will be a slam dunk. Like Em’s kids, the cousins also love this drone orbit! Affordable and they’ll think you’re fun. Lastly is the cinema light box that my 8-year-old put on her Christmas list after seeing this…just saying. All great ideas for your kiddos!

Hope this was a little helpful as you navigate all of the sales this weekend. It’s all so much so as much of a guide as we can be is our goal. Happy shopping and see y’all tomorrow.

Love you, mean it.

Opening Image Credits: Photo by Kaitlin Green | From: Gift Guide #1: My Favorite Strangely Affordable (Or Very Worth It) Home Items That Can Make A Big Statement – All Hand Picked By ME

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2024’s Best Black Friday Sales – Furniture, Decor, Fashion & More

Happy Black Friday, world! Today kicks off Cyber Week, a four-day shopping bonanza that offers us the best deals of the year. This year, we decided to try out a new sales guide format – one that’s a bit easier to read and a bit more visual, with a focus on more affordable and deeply-discounted pieces. Please let me know what you think! I’ll be here all weekend, sharing the most up-to-date sales, deals, and discounts. Let’s all save some dough, okay?

Furniture, Decor & More

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54Kibo: Biggest deals of the year, plus free shipping on orders over $60.

AllModern: Save up to 70%.

Annie Selke: 20% off everything, plus up to 70% off select items and free shipping with code SAVINGS.

Anthropologie: 30% off everything, plus an extra 40% off sale items.

Apt2B: 20% off everything; 25% off orders over $3,999; 30% off orders over $4,999; 35% off orders over $5,499.

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Artfully Walls: 30% off everything with code THANKS.

Article: Save up to 40% on hundreds of styles.

Ballard Designs: 20-75% off everything, plus free shipping.

Best Buy: Doorbusters and deals on thousands of items.

Bloomist: 20% off everything with code GFCM20.

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Blueprint Lighting: Save up to 50%.

Brooklinen: 25% off sitewide, with up to 50% off bundles.

CB2: Save up to 60%.

The Citizenry: Save up to 35%.

The Company Store: 30% off everything, plus up to 60% off select items with code BFDEALS24.

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The Container Store: Buy one get one 50% off – including Elfa products and the holiday shop.

Crate & Barrel: Save up to 50%.

Design Within Reach: 25% off everything, plus an extra 5% off Herman Miller office chairs.

East Fork Pottery: Free shipping; 5% of sales go towards supporting ongoing local relief efforts in North Carolina. (East Fork was ravaged by Hurricane Helene earlier this year.)

Elsie Green: Free shipping on orders over $99.

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Enkay: 20% off rugs with code BFCM24; $150 off furniture with code EF150.

Etsy: Save up to 60% on original gifts and decor from select sellers. (Check your Etsy favs!)

Food52: 25% off everything with code 25OFFHOLIDAY.

Frontgate: Save up to 50%, plus free shipping on holiday decor.

Grandin Road: Save up to 70%; 40-60% off holiday decor with free shipping.

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H&M Home: 30% off everything.

Industry West: 30% off everything with code THANKS30.

Interior Define: Save up to 25%.

Jayson Home: 20% off everything with code CYBER, plus free shipping on orders over $95.

Jonathan Adler: 30% off furniture, lighting, rugs and markdowns with code BIG30; 25% off everything else with code FRIDAY.

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Joss & Main: Save up to 70%.

Lulu and Georgia: Save up to 30%.

Lumens: Save up to 75%.

Made In: Save up to 30%, plus a free gift with select sets.

Macy’s: Biggest deals of the year, plus free shipping on orders over $25.

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Masaya Co.: Save 20-40% with code BLACKFRIDAY.

McGee & Co.: Save up to 50%, plus free shipping on holiday decor orders over $150.

Minna: Save up to 35%.

Minted: 20% off everything, plus free shipping with code BF2024.

Mitzi: 25% off everything with code FRIDAY25.

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Neighbor: 15-40% off everything.

One Kings Lane: Save up to 40%.

Parachute: 30% off everything, plus an extra 30% off sale items.

Pom Pom at Home: 30% off everything with code BF30, plus free shipping on orders over $49.

Pottery Barn: Save up to 50%, plus an extra 15% off select clearance.

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Rejuvenation: Save up to 60% on lighting, hardware, furniture, and more.

Rugs USA: 30% off everything with code SAVE30.

Ruggable: 25% off everything with code BF24.

Schoolhouse: 20% off everything; 25% off orders over $250.

Serena & Lily: Best prices of the year, plus free shipping.

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Target: Save up to 60%.

Terrain: 30% off select holiday decor and gifts, plus an extra 40% off sale items.

Tuft & Needle: Save up to 30% on mattresses, bedding, and accessories.

TwoPages Curtains: 15% off everything with code TPF15, plus up to 25% off select styles.

Urban Outfitters: 40% off everything.

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Visual Comfort: 20% off everything, plus free shipping.

Wayfair: Save up to 80%.

West Elm: Save up to 70%, plus an extra 20% off select clearance.

Williams Sonoma: Save up to 60%, plus an extra 20% off select clearance.

World Market: Save up to 30%, plus an extra 10% off in-store pickup orders with code ST10.

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& Other Stories: 30% off everything.

Abercrombie & Fitch: 25% off everything.

ABLE: 40% off everything.

Alo Yoga: 30% off everything.

American Eagle: 30-50% off everything.

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Anthropologie: 30% off everything, plus an extra 40% off sale items.

Aritzia: 20-50% off everything.

Athleta: 30% off everything, plus an extra 50% off daily deals.

Banana Republic: 40% off everything.

Boden: 20% off everything; 40% off select styles.

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Briogeo: 30% off everything, plus a free hair mask with orders over $100.

Emerson Fry: 50% off select styles with code THANKS24.

Evereve: Everything is on sale, plus free shipping on orders over $50.

Everlane: Save up to 50% on almost everything.

Farm Rio: 50% off everything, plus an extra 10% off with code FRIDAY10.

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Free People: 50% off select styles.

Gap: 50% off everything.

Girlfriend Collective: 35% off everything; save up to 60% on sale styles, plus a free gift with orders over $150.

The Great.: 25% off almost everything.

Hanna Andersson: 50% off site-wide.

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Opening Image Credits: Photo by Kaitlin Green | From: My Brother’s Primary Bedroom – How We Added Color While Keeping The Calm

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Affordable Modern Rugs That Work With Any Style – See Us Choose Some New EHD Rugs For Old EHD Rooms

This most recent collection of our Rugs USA collaboration was especially exciting to us. We, of course, LOVE the rugs in the first drop, but the colors and bigger variety of this one really felt that it was going to be able to work in even more homes, working with a wider range of styles. I mean we have greens, creams, mauves, purples, oh my! And as something who really isn’t a purple person, I would happily put this in a home I was designing. Every color is so good. You have to see all of them if you haven’t already! Colorful yet versatile collection if we do say so ourselves:) So I thought it would be a fun exercise to show the style range of our collection by taking old EHD-designed rooms and pairing them with a new EHD x Rugs USA! A little mix-and-match if you will. I do want to be clear that the rugs already in these rooms are perfect. I’m not implying that anything should change. This is just a fun little exercise to hopefully help you envision the possibility of one of our rugs in your home if you are in the market…especially since they are on a really good sale at the moment:) Ok, let’s play.

design by caitlin higgins | styled by emily bowser | photo by sara ligorria-tramp | from: caitlin’s living room reveal

It’s hard to forget the absolute joy and playfulness of Caitlin’s living room. What I think she captured so perfectly was the balance of calm AND excitement at the same time! She is a libra after all so balance is in her bones:) The original rug she chose was a stunner with such a great pattern and tone to create visual texture without overwhelming the eye. I wanted to keep that same vibe but with a slightly different pattern:)

The Caitlin

I chose THE CAITLIN!! I was the one who first named this particular rug (then checked for Caitlin’s approval) because it felt like it was such a great fit for her home and her namesake. It’s bold but not too in your face and it can get along with nearly any style, much like how Caitlin effortlessly endears herself to anyone she meets because she’s the best:)

design and photo by sara ligorria-tramp | styled by emily bowser | from: sara’s primary bedroom reveal

Next up is our dear Sara’s completely inviting primary bedroom. Again, the rug she has is so beautiful and should live in this room forever but for the sake of my little exercise, I made a slightly different style choice…

The Starke

It had to be The Starke in Rust. It’s a modern rug that would offer a fun geometric contrast to all the wonderful florals in the room. But I wanted to keep the warmth that’s in Sara’s existing rug, so I went with the rust color. Still cozy but a little bolder in color and pattern.

design and photo by keyanna bowen | from:blue walls be gone! key’s totally transformed office reveal – maybe The most dramatic before & after ever (?)

This is another perfect room that wonderful Key designed. If you haven’t seen this before and after GO NOW!! However, while Key nails the “Understated Organic Coastal Maximalist Cottage” and this rug is so special and made for this room, I thought I would throw a big curve ball into the mix with one of my favorite graphic rugs…

The Merrick

The Merrick! Fun Fact…internally, we call it “The Reserve Merrick” since in the first collection “the color” was where the cream currently is. Anyway, that grayish teal is SO so pretty in person (did you see it in Kaitlin’s living room???), and given the color palette of Key’s office, I think it would also be a fun fit in there too. It would give the space a totally different vibe which is what I love about design – one decor piece can give a room a whole new life! This room, of course, doesn’t need it because the life it has is very very good:)

photo by sara ligorria-tramp | from: the portland family room reveal

From the East Coast with Key back to the West Coast in Portland. was such an incredible home and styled to perfection…but let’s see what rugs could also work…

The Harvey

For this one I really couldn’t decide so there are two options:) The Harvey is such an awesome graphic pattern that Em already used in the river house mudroom. I love the idea of throwing that kind of pattern in the middle of this room. But here’s the thing. It’s 100% polyester so it’s great for high foot traffic (and perfect for a pass-through room) and good for pets. However, it’s not super plush since it’s a flatweave so if that’s what you’d prefer let me direct you to the other option I was thinking of…

The Southwest

The Southwest in Green was the other natural choice for me. It clearly speaks directly to the kitchen cabinets (and trees outside). Plus, it has that wonderful stripe pattern texture that keeps it from being too one-note. Oh, and of course it feels really nice underfoot. Which one would you choose!?

photo by kaitlin green | from: farmhouse primary bedroom reveal

Now Emily already has our original Merrick in Black in her primary bedroom. It’s neutral but graphic and is the perfect pattern scale contrast to the bed fabric and bolster pillow. So why not mess with perfection with a whole new EHD x Rugs USA rug, huh?

The Mallory

I decided to go a little wild and choose The Mallory in Mauve (which isn’t really crazy at all because we LOVE a good mauve). It’s a beautiful mid-tone that would add depth but not overpower the whole room. Plus, there is some mauve in the bed fabric and also that great throw would just tie the whole now mauve-forward room together. I kinda really want to see it in there for real…Emily??

design by ryann trombetti | styled by emily bowser | photo by sara ligorria-tramp | from: ryann’s living and dining room reveal

Ryann’s beautiful apartment became an instant EHD favorite! It’s warm, moody, and eclectic. I love this vintage rug and what it does to the space. But let’s say, Ryann hypothetically wanted to switch things up…

The Southwest

I would go for The Southwest in Charcoal! This is a special shapeshifting charcoal color though. It almost has a deep deep green tone that is SO pretty and why I think it would be great in this space. Ryann already has those beautiful green/blue painted walls and this rug would pick up those green tones, add to the coziness, and bring in another layer of texture.

photo by kaitlin green | from: kaitlin’s basement reveal

Another perfectly moody, cozy room that I want to hang out in so bad. I love all the textures in Kaitlin’s basement/office and as with every room I’ve spoken about, I don’t think it needs a single change. However, for a fun switch up shall we see what kind of patterned rug might be a fun addition?

The Annie

It’s The Annie for me! I adore this pattern and these colors and think they are a PERFECT match for the other brown/warm tones in the room. It would completely change the feel of the room and I think it would be a pretty fun change…only if she wanted:)

design by jess bunge | photo by sara ligorria-tramp | from: jess’ studio apartment living room reveal

I mean I had to choose my old apartment for this exercise, right?! For the record, I love the rug I chose originally so much. It was perfect and that rug is still with me (currently in storage)! But naturally, I had to see which of the rugs from the collection I was a part of putting together would have looked great too. One might even be the one I’ve chosen for my bedroom…

The Elliot

I first wanted to try a color and knew it had to be The Elliot in Rust. This rug also echos the check design of the original rug which I love! The rust would have really picked up the warm tones of the pillows on the sofa (which you can’t see, sorry!) and in the art. But I know myself and in my home, I almost always lean more light/neutral.

The Starke

Which is why I think The Starke in Beige would have been my actual pick! It’s still graphic and warm, but keeps the room feeling really airy which is what I wanted AND what I want in my current bedroom! This beauty is en route to my apartment and I can’t wait to see it in there. Stay tuned;)

Well, that’s it for today, and like I said at the start, if you are looking for a rug I hope this helped you decide what might work best in your home. Don’t forget they are on a great sale right now! Do you have a favorite? Let’s chat.

Love you, mean it.

Opening Image Credits: Left Photo – Photo by Kaitlin Green, From: River House Primary Bedroom | Middle Photo – Styled by Getteline Rene, Photo by Mark Weinberg, From: Our Second Rugs USA Line Drop | Right Photo – Photo by Kaitlin Green, From: Kaitlin’s Living Room Reveal

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