Category: shopping guides
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IKEA Is Not Messing Around – This New Collection Is SO Good
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IKEA really deserves more flowers than we typically give it. It’s been there for us through college, our first apartments (and beyond), but it also never stops evolving, which keeps us coming back. It’s a quiet evolution, if you will, but they keep raising the bar and this new drop is total evidence of that.…
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30 CUTE Pull-On Shorts For Our Most Comfortable Spring/Summer Yet
The time of year is upon us when we tend to start thinking about shorts. We get to free our bottom limbs and run free! But we must not forget that traditional jean shorts are not the only option. Actually, let’s just get rid of zippers and buttons entirely! That’s right folks, I’m talking about…
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Good Looking Reclining Sofas DO EXIST: Here’s What To Know About Them + 24 Of Our Favorites
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You know what’s fantastic in terms of design and furniture? When form meets function. I’m a huge fan of that. So when a friend of mine asked me recently if I could help her find a “not totally ugly” recliner sofa, I suited up and got to work. After all, I used to work for…
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We Tested 11 Rug Pads For Keeping Your Rugs In Place And Padded (And You Bet We Found The Best Ones!)
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Throwing down a rug is one of the easiest ways to cozy up a room and as you know cozy is a top priority over here. A rug can help define a living space, soften up a bedroom, or provide some cushion under your feet down a long hallway. Rugs are versatile and impactful, but…
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Not Ugly Outdoor Storage Options (Deck Boxes, Sheds, Benches, And More!)
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Over the past few weeks, I’ve been typing away about sprucing up our outdoor spaces. And if you’ve ever had an outdoor space (my current apartment was my first) then you know the elements are no joke and that’s coming from someone living in southern California where the “elements” are pretty mild. So what’s the…
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In Search Of Weatherproof Outdoor Stools (That Will Actually Last In Oregon)… Oh, And We Need 10
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I’ll be the first one to admit I used to get wrapped up in style and de-prioritize longevity (less so now, but still). Loving things that look good is not only my job but in my blood. But when it comes to things being left outdoors up here in Oregon, my #1 priority was to…
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Really Good Affordable Outdoor Pillows And Rugs (The Sunshine Is Coming!)
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Two weeks ago I pulled together our (mostly) annual outdoor furniture roundup. I hope it was really helpful for anyone needing to fill a new outdoor space or refresh a piece or two in an existing one. But I think it’s fair to say that a solid number of us don’t need a ton of…
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Joann Fabrics Is Closing: Here Are 17 Other Places To Buy VERY GOOD Home Decor Fabrics
Earlier this year, it was announced that Joann (or Joann Fabrics as I will forever call it), was going out of business and closing its hundreds of stores nationwide. Crafters, sewers and anyone who ever DIYed a Halloween costume two nights before the big day all shed tears. But for real, I’m very sad about…
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The Official (Mostly Affordable) EHD 2025 Outdoor Furniture Roundup
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While it’s not “warm” in most places, yet (in the US at least), it is on its way, meaning our outdoor spaces are going to be calling our names sooner than we think. And if you are someone who needs either a new piece of furniture or an entire set, this post is here to…
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Not Ugly AFFORDABLE Ceiling Lights To Replace Your Boob Lights
Hi! It’s me Jess—your resident light fixture obsessed friend. Today I am here to chat to you about your boobs. BOOB LIGHTS! We allll know the ones. Landlords and flippers love them because they are cheap (especially when you need to get a lot of them). It’s a real “don’t hate the player, hate the…