Author: Meghan

BEAN BAGS: THE CHAIR THAT GIVES

Bean bags aren’t just for rec rooms anymore. In the right color and location, they add an element of quirk not to be matched by structured furniture.  They are also great for plopping into when watching a movie or taking…

PRETTY PAISLEYS

Paisley is making a comeback! This traditional print is fun in brighter, lighter colors and makes a definite impression. Here are some cool paisley items on the market now: Warm your doorstep with this festive doormat. $39.98.   This pastel…

RETURN OF THE ROTARY PHONE

I remember quite vividly the rotary phone we used to have in my childhood home. It was a shade of green that could only have come out of the late 70’s and it hung high up on the wall (well,…

THE NAUTICAL BATHROOM

As we’ve mentioned before, bathrooms are just the right size to get a little zany with décor. They’re a much smaller commitment than, say, a living room and fun bathrooms always make for a nice surprise. A nautically-themed bathroom definitely…

ETSY SHOPPING GUIDE

Everyone knows that Etsy is the place to go for arts and crafts, but did you also know that vintage furniture is for sale too? Interesting items abound, and many vendors are willing to ship within the U.S. All these…

GET THE LOOK: THE VELVET LOUNGE

A little velvet goes a long way. But you know what goes a long, long way? A lot of velvet—a whole room of velvet. Its soft, plush feel makes it the perfect fabric for a lounging area that will envelop…