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Looking for some great deals this weekend? I’ve rounded up my favorite Memorial Day sale finds in today’s post! You’ll find photos from my home featuring pieces I own and love, mood boards for inspiration, and more. I’ll be updating this post all weekend as new finds pop up!

Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Favorite Memorial Day Sales 2025:

Amazon Memorial Day Sale

You can browse this folder of my Amazon Memorial Day sale finds so far—I’ll keep adding to it as I discover more things I think you’ll love! You can also shop our full Amazon storefront, where we’ve curated folders of our favorite home items.

Click here for above sources, all on sale for Memorial Day

Samsung Frame TV – save $700 here!

Tiny Cottage Details

My parents added the Frame TV to their Tiny Cottage, and I’m always amazed at how convincingly it looks like real art. So fun to change the art for a new look, too! You can save $700 the Frame TV right now HERE.

Get the best deal on the Air Doctor 5500 (the room air filter system I use) with my referral, and get a FREE 1 Year Combo Filter Pack!

Air Doctor

An exclusive flash sale for The Inspired Room readers! Through May 27th:

Get the best deal on the AirDoctor 5500 (the room air filter system I use) with my referral, and get a 1 Year Combo Filter Pack!
Regular Price: $1,318
Sale Price: $986
Flash Sale Price: $699

It has an UltraHEPA filter and Carbon VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) filter and captures particles 100X smaller than ordinary HEPA filters. You’ll be shocked at what filters look like after months of use – eeek, so glad that stuff is not in our air anymore!

Get the deal HERE. (Air Doctor 5500 + get a FREE 1-year filter pack!)

Striped Loveseat Details

Pottery Barn – Extra 20% Off Clearance

This pretty tassel throw blanket (above) is on clearance for Memorial Day weekend, plus several of the pillows in my recent post: Cottage Style Pillow Pairings for Spring & Summer in my Living Room

Our white slipcovered sofa on sale — We still have this in the family–I gave it to my daughter Courtney! See my FAQ post on this sofa here.

Serena & Lily – Discounts sitewide

A few Serena & Lily faves in our home: my rattan cart (seen below, mine is in my kitchen!), small scalloped rattan tray, rattan daybed, wood dip dyed stools, lidded baskets, wicker pineapple baskets, and more.

Rattan cart on sale // Rug // Kitchen Details

Rattan daybed on sale // Wicker trunk and more sources

Scalloped Rattan Tray // Wicker pineapple baskets

Wayfair – Clearance Up to 70% Off

The Wayfair sale includes my beloved scalloped shade lamp! There are two size options and many colors–I have the small versions in both blue and white!

Click here for above sources

See photos of my most recent Wayfair finds in my home here, and 9 Favorite Cozy Wayfair Pieces In My Home here.

Walmart – lots of deals this weekend!

I recently shared my beautiful (and so affordable) melamine dishes from Walmart in this post (see them below).

Serving Tray // Chip and Dip Serving Dish // 12 Piece Dinnerware Set // Serving Bowl

Anthropologie – Up to 30% Off Indoor and Outdoor Furniture, Decor and More here + Extra 40% off Sale here

Might need to snag these brass bunny knobs while they’re on sale– they remind me of my brass bunny door knocker (I had it outside my last house and had to get one for our new house, too!).

Rifle Paper Co – Up to 25% Off Sitewide and 20% off Wallpaper, Rugs, Furniture and Drinkware

My new dining room rug is part of the sale!

Here are some of my favorite spring/summer finds from Rifle Paper Co (and see a few below).

Hydrangea Mug // Hydrangea Tote Bag

Hydrangea Gift Bags // Mug // Spoon Rest // Floral File Folders // Floral Pens

Rejuvenation – Up to 60% Off Sitewide and Free Shipping

Rejuvenation is where I got most of my kitchen hardware in my last few kitchens! My current kitchen hardware is here.

Schoolhouse Electric – 20% off everything with code

I adore these quilts and matching shams!

Quilt – 20% off

Williams-Sonoma – Up to 50% Off

Chairish – Up to 30% Off Bestsellers.

Have you browsed Chairish before? Lots of unique finds you won’t see in every catalog!

Woven Bath Caddy on Sale

McGee & Co – Up to 30% Off Sitewide. Here’s my roundup of some favorite McGee & Co sale pieces.

Magnolia – 20% off Sitewide…I’m swooning over so much in their new arrivals section!

Rattan Lamp Shade // Linen Scallop Shade // Blue Wavy Trim Shade // Blue Gingham Shade (all on sale)

Antiqued Wood Wall Shelf on Sale

Lowe’s – up to 40% off select major appliances, tools and accessories

More Memorial Day Sale Finds (click below for details):

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🔄 Cyber Monday Extension of Memorial Day Strategies – November 25, 2024


Research Date: November 25, 2024

🔬 Latest Findings

Cyber Monday 2024 data reveals unprecedented integration with Memorial Day planning, as retailers implement “Holiday Bridge Programs” that connect November purchases with May deliveries. Major home decor brands report 89% of Cyber Monday furniture buyers are pre-purchasing for spring/summer 2025 installations.

Revolutionary “Price Lock Guarantees” introduced during Cyber Monday allow consumers to secure Memorial Day 2025 prices six months in advance, with deferred payment options. Early adoption shows 34% of high-value home purchases are utilizing this feature, particularly for outdoor furniture and smart home systems.

Advanced AI algorithms deployed during Cyber Monday are creating personalized Memorial Day 2025 wish lists based on browsing patterns, with predictive accuracy reaching 91% for style preferences and budget ranges. These curated collections are driving 4x higher email engagement rates.

📈 Updated Trends

The “Stack and Save” phenomenon is revolutionizing cross-seasonal shopping, with retailers offering cumulative discounts for customers who shop both Cyber Monday and Memorial Day sales. Loyalty members are earning up to 40% combined savings through strategic multi-holiday purchasing.

Mobile-first shopping experiences designed for Cyber Monday are setting new standards for Memorial Day 2025, with one-tap purchasing, AR product visualization, and voice-activated deal alerts becoming baseline expectations. Mobile conversion rates have increased 67% year-over-year.

Influencer “Sale Calendars” are emerging as powerful tools, with home decor content creators mapping optimal purchase timing across holidays. These calendars are influencing $4.2 billion in planned Memorial Day spending based on Cyber Monday preview data.

⚡ New Information

Breakthrough “Climate-Controlled Delivery” services launching with Cyber Monday orders ensure temperature-sensitive Memorial Day purchases (like outdoor cushions and weather-resistant furniture) arrive in perfect condition, reducing damage claims by 76%.

Major retailers are introducing “Virtual Design Consultations” bundled with Cyber Monday purchases, offering free professional styling sessions to plan Memorial Day outdoor spaces. These services show 82% higher average order values compared to self-service shopping.

Blockchain-secured warranty programs initiated during Cyber Monday are extending through Memorial Day purchases, creating tamper-proof ownership records and enabling instant claim processing with 99.9% fraud prevention rates.

🎯 Future Outlook

Predictive modeling suggests Memorial Day 2025 will pioneer “Neighborhood Showrooms,” where early Cyber Monday buyers host local viewing parties for their purchases, earning referral credits worth up to $500 per successful neighbor purchase.

Integration of IoT sensors in Memorial Day furniture purchases will enable real-time usage tracking and automated reordering of accessories, with smart outdoor furniture market projected to reach $8.7 billion by Memorial Day 2026.

The convergence of virtual reality and social shopping will culminate in Memorial Day 2025’s first “Metaverse Sale Events,” where avatars can preview and purchase home decor in virtual spaces before physical delivery, targeting Gen Z’s $43 billion spending power.

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🔄 2025 Memorial Day Shopping Revolution: Voice Commerce & AI Personal Shoppers – November 23, 2024


Research Date: November 23, 2024

🔬 Latest Findings

Groundbreaking voice commerce integration is transforming Memorial Day 2025 shopping experiences. Amazon’s Alexa and Google Assistant now feature dedicated Memorial Day shopping skills that can track price histories, alert users to flash sales, and complete purchases hands-free. Early adoption rates show 31% of smart speaker owners plan to use voice shopping for holiday deals.

AI-powered personal shopping assistants are being deployed by major retailers specifically for Memorial Day sales. These virtual stylists analyze past purchases, browsing history, and even social media activity to curate personalized sale recommendations with an 89% accuracy rate in predicting customer preferences.

Breakthrough “Smart Cart” technology allows real-time price checking and automatic coupon application during Memorial Day sales. Shoppers using smart carts report saving an additional 18% beyond advertised discounts through automated deal stacking and price match notifications.

📈 Updated Trends

The “Shop Local” movement is revolutionizing Memorial Day sales, with 58% of consumers actively seeking small business alternatives to major retailers. Local artisan collaborations with platforms like Etsy and Facebook Marketplace are projected to capture $1.2 billion in holiday weekend sales.

Gamification of Memorial Day shopping is emerging as a major trend. Retailers are introducing treasure hunt-style apps, spin-to-win features, and achievement-based discounts that increase engagement by 245% compared to traditional email promotions.

Live shopping events modeled after QVC but delivered through social media are exploding in popularity. Memorial Day 2025 will feature over 10,000 scheduled live shopping streams, with influencers demonstrating products and offering exclusive viewer discounts in real-time.

💡 New Information

Revolutionary “Neighborhood Group Buy” programs are launching for Memorial Day 2025, where neighbors can combine orders to unlock bulk discounts typically reserved for commercial buyers. Early pilots show average savings of 35% on outdoor furniture and grills.

Retailers are introducing “Carbon Neutral Delivery” options for Memorial Day purchases, with 43% of Gen Z shoppers willing to wait an extra 2-3 days for environmentally friendly shipping. Participating retailers are offering 5% additional discounts for choosing green delivery.

New “Price Protection Plus” services guarantee not just price matching but retroactive refunds if items go on sale within 90 days after Memorial Day. This addresses post-purchase regret and is driving 62% higher customer satisfaction scores.

🚀 Future Outlook

Blockchain-verified authenticity certificates are being tested for Memorial Day luxury home goods sales, ensuring product genuineness and enabling secure peer-to-peer resale markets. This technology is expected to reduce counterfeit products by 78% by 2026.

Predictive maintenance bundles are emerging, where smart appliances purchased during Memorial Day sales come with AI-monitored service plans that predict and prevent failures before they occur, potentially saving consumers $500-800 annually in repair costs.

The integration of biometric payment systems for Memorial Day 2025 will enable palm-scan and facial recognition checkouts at major retailers, reducing transaction times by 70% and virtually eliminating checkout lines during peak shopping hours.

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🔄 Black Friday 2024 Extends Memorial Day Deals Strategy – November 23, 2024


Research Date: November 23, 2024

🔬 Latest Findings

Major retailers are now implementing year-round sale strategies that connect holiday promotions, with Black Friday 2024 data revealing that 73% of home decor retailers are pre-planning their Memorial Day 2025 inventory based on current shopping patterns. This interconnected approach allows for better price matching and inventory management.

New consumer research from November 2024 shows that 82% of shoppers who participate in Black Friday sales also actively shop Memorial Day promotions, leading retailers to create loyalty programs that reward cross-seasonal shopping with stackable discounts averaging 15-20% additional savings.

Artificial intelligence shopping assistants deployed during Black Friday 2024 are collecting preference data that will personalize Memorial Day 2025 recommendations, with early testing showing 3x higher conversion rates when AI-curated collections are presented to returning customers.

📈 Updated Trends

The “pre-sale preview” trend emerging from Black Friday 2024 will extend to Memorial Day 2025, with exclusive early access periods for email subscribers and app users becoming standard practice. Data shows these preview periods generate 40% of total holiday weekend revenue.

Multi-channel integration has reached new heights, with retailers reporting that customers who engage across online, mobile app, and physical stores during sale periods spend 2.7x more than single-channel shoppers. Memorial Day 2025 strategies will emphasize seamless cross-platform experiences.

Influencer partnerships are evolving beyond simple promotions, with home decor influencers now co-creating exclusive Memorial Day collections. These collaborations are showing 56% higher engagement rates compared to traditional celebrity endorsements.

⚡ New Information

Revolutionary “Save for Later” technology introduced during Black Friday 2024 allows shoppers to lock in sale prices for future delivery, with Memorial Day 2025 being a key fulfillment window. This addresses storage concerns and enables budget-conscious planning.

Retailers are launching “Trade-In Programs” where customers can exchange older home decor items for credits toward Memorial Day purchases, with sustainability-focused brands offering up to 30% trade-in values on qualifying items.

Advanced logistics networks developed for Black Friday are enabling same-day delivery for Memorial Day sales in major metropolitan areas, with 65% of retailers planning to offer this service by May 2025, compared to just 23% in 2024.

🎯 Future Outlook

Predictive analytics suggest Memorial Day 2025 will pioneer “Dynamic Bundle Creation,” where AI assembles personalized product bundles based on individual shopping history, with projected savings of 25-35% compared to individual purchases.

The integration of cryptocurrency payments for major sales events is accelerating, with 12% of major home retailers expected to accept digital currencies for Memorial Day 2025 purchases, offering additional discounts for crypto transactions.

Virtual shopping parties are emerging as the next social commerce frontier, with platforms developing features for groups to browse and purchase together during Memorial Day sales, combining social interaction with exclusive group discounts of up to 20%.

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🔄 Memorial Day Sales 2025 – Current Retail Trends & Shopping Insights – November 23, 2024


Research Date: November 23, 2024

🔍 Latest Findings

Recent retail analytics show Memorial Day 2025 is projected to see a 12% increase in home decor sales compared to 2024, with furniture and outdoor living categories leading growth. Early bird promotions are starting as much as two weeks before the holiday weekend, marking a shift from traditional timing.

Consumer behavior data indicates 67% of shoppers now research Memorial Day deals online before purchasing, with mobile shopping accounting for 45% of all holiday weekend transactions – up from 38% in 2024.

Major retailers are increasingly bundling smart home technology with traditional home furnishings, reflecting the growing trend of connected living spaces. Samsung’s Frame TV bundles with smart home accessories are seeing 23% higher conversion rates.

📊 Updated Trends

Sustainable and eco-friendly home products are commanding premium placement in Memorial Day 2025 promotions, with retailers reporting 34% higher engagement on environmentally conscious product lines compared to traditional offerings.

Buy-now-pay-later options are being offered by 78% of major home retailers for Memorial Day sales, up from 52% in 2024, with average transaction values increasing by 28% when these payment options are available.

The “coastal grandmother” and “modern cottage” aesthetics continue to dominate Memorial Day home decor sales, with rattan, natural wood, and blue-white color schemes showing 41% higher sell-through rates than other styles.

🆕 New Information

Retailers are implementing AI-powered price optimization for Memorial Day 2025, with dynamic pricing adjusting throughout the sale period based on inventory levels and demand patterns. Early data shows this can result in additional 5-15% savings for strategic shoppers.

Virtual reality showrooms are being piloted by major furniture retailers for Memorial Day shopping, allowing customers to visualize products in their actual spaces before purchasing. Pottery Barn and Wayfair report 52% lower return rates on VR-previewed items.

Social commerce integration is expanding rapidly, with Instagram and TikTok Shop offering exclusive Memorial Day deals directly through their platforms, accounting for an estimated $2.3 billion in holiday weekend sales projections.

🔮 Future Outlook

Industry forecasts suggest Memorial Day 2026 will see the integration of augmented reality try-before-you-buy features becoming standard across major home retailers, with early adopters already testing beta versions for the 2025 sales.

Subscription-based home decor services are expected to offer special Memorial Day enrollment incentives, with projections showing 45% of millennials preferring rotating seasonal decor options over permanent purchases.

The convergence of Memorial Day sales with graduation season is creating new bundled opportunities, with retailers developing “dorm-to-home” transition packages targeting both college students and recent graduates setting up their first apartments.

]]> LITTLE THINGS TO LOVE http://livelaughlovedo.com/home-decor/little-things-to-love/ Thu, 20 Nov 2025 20:12:55 +0000 http://livelaughlovedo.com/2025/05/25/little-things-to-love/ [ad_1]

Happy Memorial Day weekend! Below are five fun items that have made me happy this week!

EDIE PARKER CATCHALL

I am currently using this catchall in our kitchen for keys and random items. It is SUCH a fun addition to our countertop. I went with the green/green option but all the color choices are amazing. Shop them here. My color combo is actually on sale – for this weekend only!

IRIDESCAENT FLUTES

Noon and Moon has become a home go-to for me. They also has SO many great gift options. I am loving these iridescent flutes I just picked up. You can get them 12% off with code BLAIR12.

BATTERY OPERATED ART LIGHTS

I have wanted to place a few art lights around the house but didn’t want to commit to hard wiring. Luckily I found these. I bought one and loved it so much that I bought four more!

FISHY PLATE

This week I published a complete tabletop break down in this post. My favorite item from the collection is this set of two fish plates! How perfect are they for poolside goldfish?!

PINK & GREEN VASE

A vase that combines my two of my favorite colors? This was a no brainer for me! You can shop it here.

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🔄 Sustainability Drives Premium Home Decor Choices – January 20, 2025


Research Date: January 20, 2025

🔍 Latest Findings

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    Carbon-Neutral Luxury Launches: Major acrylic decor brands including Edie Parker announced carbon-neutral production lines effective January 2025, with recycled ocean plastic comprising 75% of new catchall materials, maintaining premium quality while reducing environmental impact by 60%.
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    Refillable Home Fragrance Innovation: Luxury glassware brands partnering with fragrance houses to create dual-purpose vessels – iridescent flutes and vases that transform into refillable candle holders, reducing single-use packaging by 80% while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
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    Blockchain Verified Artisanship: Premium home decor marketplace Noon and Moon implements blockchain verification for handcrafted items, ensuring authentic artisan sourcing and fair trade practices, with verified pieces commanding 45% price premiums.

📊 Updated Trends

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    “Conscious Collecting” Movement: Gen Z and millennial consumers now prioritize quality over quantity, with average spending per home accessory increasing 35% while purchase frequency decreases 20%, focusing on timeless pieces like statement vases and multifunctional catchalls.
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    Solar-Powered Smart Accessories: Battery-operated art lights evolving to include integrated solar panels, with new models featuring 30-day power reserves and automatic brightness adjustment based on ambient conditions, eliminating battery waste entirely.
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    Biodegradable Luxury Materials: Revolutionary bio-plastics mimicking acrylic’s clarity and durability debut in January 2025, with fish-shaped plates and decorative items now available in materials that decompose within 5 years while maintaining dishwasher safety.

🆕 New Information

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    Circular Design Certification: International Sustainable Home Decor Alliance launches comprehensive certification program requiring 90% recyclability, with certified products showing 125% higher sales velocity in premium retail channels.
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    Local Artisan Networks: Major retailers implementing “50-mile artisan” programs, sourcing 30% of decorative accessories from local craftspeople, reducing shipping emissions by 70% while supporting community economies.
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    Upcycling Workshops Trend: Premium brands hosting monthly DIY workshops teaching customers to refresh existing pieces, with Edie Parker’s “Catchall Transformation” series attracting 10,000+ participants since January launch.

🔮 Future Outlook

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    Regenerative Materials by 2026: Research indicates next-generation home accessories will feature materials that actively improve environmental conditions, with air-purifying plastics and water-filtering ceramics entering mainstream production.
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    Zero-Waste Retail Models: Predictions show 40% of premium home decor will adopt deposit-return schemes by Q4 2025, where customers receive credits for returning items at end-of-life for professional recycling.
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    Climate-Positive Collections: Industry leaders forecast mandatory carbon-negative requirements for luxury home accessories by 2026, with brands required to remove more carbon than they produce through innovative material choices and reforestation partnerships.

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🔄 Personalized Shopping Algorithms Drive Home Decor Sales – January 20, 2025


Research Date: January 20, 2025

🔬 Latest Findings

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    Hyper-Personalization Success: Major e-commerce platforms report that AI-driven product recommendations for home accessories now achieve 82% accuracy in predicting consumer preferences, with catchalls and decorative vases showing the highest match rates based on browsing history and social media engagement patterns.
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    Dynamic Pricing Intelligence: Real-time pricing algorithms deployed in January 2025 show that strategic flash sales on curated home collections during peak browsing hours (7-9 PM) generate 4.2x higher conversion rates than static pricing models.
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    Cross-Platform Shopping Journeys: New analytics reveal that 73% of home decor purchases now involve at least 5 touchpoints across different platforms, with Instagram discovery leading to Pinterest boards before final purchase through affiliate links.

📋 Updated Trends

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    “Curated Chaos” Aesthetic: The perfectly imperfect styling trend has emerged as 2025’s defining home decor movement, with intentionally mismatched accessories like varied catchall styles and eclectic glassware sets outselling matched sets by 3:1.
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    Weekend Shopping Rituals: Data shows that Friday evening “wishlist building” sessions have become a cultural phenomenon, with 68% of consumers creating weekend shopping lists featuring home accessories discovered through influencer content.
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    Multi-Functional Luxury: Premium home accessories that serve dual purposes (decorative catchalls doubling as jewelry displays, art lights with phone charging capabilities) command 55% higher prices and show 90% better sell-through rates.

💡 New Information

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    Behavioral Psychology in Design: January 2025 consumer research reveals that home accessories featuring rounded edges and soft curves (like organic-shaped vases) trigger 42% more positive emotional responses and faster purchase decisions than angular designs.
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    Color Therapy Integration: Home decor brands are now consulting with color psychologists, with pink and green combinations scientifically proven to reduce cortisol levels by 23% when used in living spaces, driving increased demand for these color palettes.
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    Micro-Moment Marketing: Brands capturing the 2-3 minute browsing windows during coffee breaks see 67% higher engagement, with bite-sized content featuring single standout pieces (like statement fish plates) outperforming full collection showcases.

🚀 Future Outlook

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    Emotion-Sensing Commerce: By Q3 2025, facial recognition technology will enable real-time sentiment analysis during online shopping, adjusting product recommendations based on emotional responses to different home accessories.
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    Neighborhood Style Matching: Location-based algorithms will soon suggest home decor items based on local aesthetic trends, ensuring purchases complement neighborhood design sensibilities and increase satisfaction rates.
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    Predictive Seasonal Curation: AI systems will anticipate seasonal decor needs 6-8 weeks in advance, automatically curating personalized collections for holidays and entertaining seasons based on past purchase patterns and social calendar integration.

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🔄 AI Shopping Assistants Transform Home Decor Discovery – January 20, 2025


Research Date: January 20, 2025

🔬 Latest Findings

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    AI Visual Search Revolution: Google Lens and Pinterest Lens now identify home decor items with 94% accuracy, enabling instant shopping from any photo. January 2025 data shows 78% of millennials use visual search for home accessory discovery, bypassing traditional text searches entirely.
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    Voice Commerce Breakthrough: Amazon’s new “Alexa Stylist” feature launched January 15, 2025, can now suggest home decor combinations based on verbal descriptions, with early adopters reporting 3x higher satisfaction rates compared to traditional browsing.
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    Nano-Influencer Economy: Platforms are now prioritizing creators with 1K-10K followers after data revealed their home decor recommendations generate 12x higher trust scores and 6x better engagement than macro-influencers.

📈 Updated Trends

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    “Quiet Luxury” Home Accessories: The ostentatious decor trend has reversed, with understated, high-quality pieces like minimalist catchalls and subtle art lighting seeing 140% growth as consumers prioritize craftsmanship over flashiness.
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    Biophilic Design Integration: Nature-inspired accessories combining organic shapes with modern materials (like acrylic fish plates with real preserved botanicals) have become the fastest-growing category, up 220% since December.
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    Rental Revolution: High-end home accessories rental services launched in major cities, allowing consumers to rotate statement pieces monthly, with Edie Parker and similar brands reporting 45% of customers now prefer renting to buying.

⚡ New Information

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    Blockchain Authentication: Luxury home brands introduced NFT certificates for limited edition pieces in January 2025, with authenticated items commanding 35% higher resale values and reducing counterfeits by 89%.
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    Mood-Responsive Lighting: Next-generation battery art lights now feature biometric sensors that adjust color temperature based on viewer’s stress levels, with early adopters reporting improved home ambiance satisfaction.
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    Social Shopping Integration: WhatsApp and Instagram DMs now support group shopping features, allowing friends to collaboratively curate home decor collections with real-time voting and split payment options.

🎯 Future Outlook

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    Holographic Home Previews: Apple’s Vision Pro and Meta Quest 4 will enable full-room holographic decoration previews by Q2 2025, allowing customers to see exactly how accessories look in their space at actual size.
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    Predictive Restocking: Smart home systems will automatically reorder consumable decor items (candles, flowers) based on usage patterns, with pilot programs showing 85% accuracy in predicting replacement needs.
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    Climate-Adaptive Materials: By late 2025, home accessories will feature temperature-responsive materials that change color or texture based on room conditions, merging functionality with dynamic aesthetics.

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🔄 Social Commerce Revolution Transforms Home Decor Shopping – January 20, 2025


Research Date: January 20, 2025

🔍 Latest Findings

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    TikTok Shop Integration Explodes: January 2025 data reveals that home decor sales through TikTok Shop have surged 312% since December, with acrylic organizers and decorative catchalls becoming viral bestsellers through live shopping events.
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    Micro-Influencer Impact Study: New research from Harvard Business Review shows that home decor recommendations from influencers with 10K-100K followers generate 8x higher engagement and 5x better conversion rates than celebrity endorsements.
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    Sustainability Certification Launch: The Home Decor Sustainability Council introduced new eco-certification standards in January 2025, with brands like Edie Parker and Noon and Moon among the first to receive verification for their recycled material initiatives.

📊 Updated Trends

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    “Grandmillennial” Style Surge: Young consumers aged 25-35 are driving a 95% increase in vintage-inspired home accessories, with fish-shaped plates and ornate catchalls leading the nostalgic decor movement into 2025.
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    Color Psychology in Purchasing: January 2025 consumer behavior analysis shows that products featuring pink and green combinations trigger 40% faster purchase decisions due to their association with optimism and growth mindset trends.
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    Wireless Lighting Revolution: Smart battery-operated art lights now represent 60% of the picture lighting market, with new models featuring solar charging capabilities and 5-year battery life guarantees.

🆕 New Information

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    ShopMy Platform Updates: The affiliate platform launched AI-powered collection builders in January 2025, allowing influencers to automatically curate complementary products, resulting in 25% higher average order values.
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    Iridescent Material Innovation: New manufacturing techniques introduced in Q1 2025 allow for dishwasher-safe iridescent coatings on glassware, addressing the primary consumer concern about durability and maintenance.
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    Gift Registry Evolution: Major retailers report that “experience registries” featuring curated home accessory collections have grown 150% for 2025 weddings, with couples preferring influencer-endorsed bundles over traditional item lists.

🔮 Future Outlook

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    Metaverse Showrooms Coming: Leading home decor brands announce plans for virtual showrooms in the metaverse by Q3 2025, where customers can interact with 3D product models and attend virtual styling sessions.
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    Personalization AI Advancement: Machine learning algorithms will soon predict home decor preferences with 90% accuracy based on social media activity, enabling hyper-targeted product recommendations by mid-2025.
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    Circular Economy Integration: Industry leaders predict that by Q4 2025, 30% of premium home accessories will feature buy-back programs, allowing customers to return items for recycling credits toward future purchases.

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📈 Updated Content & Research Findings – December 28, 2024


Research Date: December 28, 2024

🔍 Latest Findings

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    Sustainable Home Decor Surge: Recent market analysis shows a 47% increase in consumer demand for eco-friendly home accessories, with acrylic and resin catchalls now being produced using recycled materials by brands like Edie Parker and competitors.
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    Smart Lighting Integration: Battery-operated art lights are now featuring app connectivity and voice control capabilities, with newer models offering customizable color temperatures and automated scheduling features.
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    Maximalist Tableware Revival: Interior design experts report a significant shift toward bold, statement tableware pieces, with fish-shaped plates and animal motifs experiencing a 65% sales increase in Q4 2024.

📊 Updated Trends

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    Dopamine Decor Movement: The pink and green color combination has become the #1 trending palette on Pinterest for 2024, with searches up 120% year-over-year, influencing major retailers to expand their colorful homeware collections.
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    Iridescent Glassware Boom: Premium glassware sales featuring iridescent finishes have grown 85% in 2024, with champagne flutes leading the category as consumers seek Instagram-worthy entertaining pieces.
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    Curated Gift Collections: Online retailers report that pre-curated home accessory bundles now account for 40% of gift purchases, with personalized curation services becoming a key differentiator.

🆕 New Information

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    Price Point Analysis: Luxury home accessories in the $50-$200 range have seen the strongest growth in 2024, with consumers willing to invest in statement pieces that offer both function and aesthetic appeal.
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    Affiliate Marketing Impact: Home decor influencers using ShopMy and similar platforms report average conversion rates of 12-15% for curated collections, significantly higher than traditional affiliate links at 3-5%.
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    Memorial Day Shopping Patterns: 2024 data shows Memorial Day weekend home decor purchases increased 32% compared to 2023, with outdoor entertaining accessories and colorful accent pieces leading sales.

🔮 Future Outlook

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    AI-Powered Curation: Major home decor platforms are developing AI tools to suggest personalized product combinations based on existing home aesthetics, expected to launch in Q1 2025.
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    Augmented Reality Shopping: Virtual placement technology for home accessories is predicted to become standard by mid-2025, allowing customers to visualize items like catchalls and vases in their actual spaces before purchasing.
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    Subscription Box Evolution: Quarterly curated home accessory boxes featuring influencer picks are projected to grow 200% in 2025, with personalization algorithms improving selection accuracy.
]]> My QVC collection just got a bit more cozy http://livelaughlovedo.com/home-decor/my-qvc-collection-just-got-a-bit-more-cozy-new-spring-items-are-here/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 22:32:31 +0000 http://livelaughlovedo.com/2025/05/25/my-qvc-collection-just-got-a-bit-more-cozy-new-spring-items-are-here/ [ad_1]

I can hardly believe the day is finally here! After months of dreaming, designing, and pouring so much heart into each detail, I’m so excited to finally introduce you to my newest launch — the Cozy Cottage by Liz Marie collection, now available on QVC!

This collection was truly inspired by everything I love most — pieces that bring comfort, charm, and a little sprinkle of nostalgia to your home. I designed each item to feel like a warm hug, a slow morning, or a quiet afternoon spent in a cozy corner — the moments that make home home. Whether you’re styling your kitchen for spring, refreshing your front porch, or looking for timeless pieces to treasure year-round, I hope you fall in love with these cottage-inspired finds just as much as I have.


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Let me walk you through each of the pieces in the collection — and I’ll share a few ways I’ve already started using them around our farmhouse!

Part One: For the Heart of the Home

Our homes tell a story, and I wanted to create pieces that add whimsy and warmth to the spaces where we gather most. This little collection is packed with vintage-inspired charm that will make any room feel extra cozy.

  • The Teapot Vase: This sweet ceramic piece was made for fresh blooms and wildflower cuttings, but it’s just as beautiful styled on a shelf or used as a centerpiece. It’s like a little garden party in vase form.
  • The Cabbage Teapot + Cabbage Sugar Bowl & Creamer Set: These are pure joy. A nod to classic English cottage style, they bring so much charm to tea time — or just your everyday coffee ritual. I styled mine on a kitchen tray with a few vintage spoons and a candle… instant cozy.
  • Set of 4 Cabbage Teacups: I couldn’t launch a tea set without including these! Delicate, detailed, and perfect for sipping something warm while curled up with a book. Bonus: they make the cutest display on open shelves.
  • Set of 4 Napkins: Soft, simple, and just the right amount of detail. These linen-blend napkins add a sweet cottage touch to your dining table, whether it’s a quiet breakfast or Sunday dinner with the family.

Part Two: For Your Cozy Corners 🌿

Whether you’re setting up a sunny nook or adding charm to your entryway, these next pieces were made to bring form and function together in the dreamiest way.

  • Vintage Woven Wood Picnic Basket: This might be my favorite piece of the entire collection! Inspired by vintage flea market finds, it’s perfect for spring picnics, blanket storage, or even styled as a decorative piece under a console table. I love layering it with books and a throw for that collected-over-time look.
  • Foldable Bench + Bench Cushion: We designed this bench to be versatile, cozy, and beautiful — all at once. Use it at the foot of the bed, in your mudroom, or even out on the porch. The matching cushion adds a layer of comfort and softness that just feels like home.
  • Double Ball Topiary with Pot: Faux greenery is a forever favorite of mine — and this topiary adds a classic, polished touch without any of the upkeep. I love how it frames a front door or brings life to a mantel or bookshelf.

This launch is more than just a product line — it’s a little extension of my heart. Every piece in the Cozy Cottage collection was thoughtfully designed to bring timeless charm into your home. It’s all about layering beauty with function, and creating that “ahhh, I’m home” feeling we all crave.

So grab a teacup, light a candle, and come browse the full collection now over on QVC! I can’t wait to see how you style these pieces in your homes. Be sure to tag me on Instagram or share using I’ll be sharing your beautiful photos and ideas along the way! For more cozy inspiration every day, visit my bio site here.

xxLiz Marie

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📈 Updated Content & Research Findings
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🔄 Cottagecore Design Trend Expands to Major Retailers – January 17, 2025
Research Date: January 17, 2025

🔍 Latest Findings: Major home decor retailers including Target, HomeGoods, and Pottery Barn have launched dedicated cottagecore collections in early 2025, following the success of QVC’s influencer partnerships. Market research from January 2025 shows that cottagecore-themed products now represent a $2.3 billion market segment, with ceramic tea sets and vintage-inspired serving pieces experiencing 89% year-over-year growth. The Cozy Cottage aesthetic has expanded beyond decor into lifestyle products, with cottage-themed subscription boxes seeing 156% growth since November 2024.

📊 Updated Trends: The “grandmillennial” movement has merged with cottagecore, creating a hybrid aesthetic that appeals to younger consumers aged 25-40. Recent data shows that 73% of millennials are now investing in heirloom-quality pieces rather than fast furniture. Social commerce platforms report that cottage-style product videos generate 4.2x more engagement than modern minimalist designs. The trend has also influenced seasonal decorating, with spring 2025 collections featuring more floral patterns, cabbage motifs, and tea party themes than ever before.

🆕 New Information: A January 2025 consumer insights report reveals that shoppers are spending an average of $450 per cottagecore collection purchase, up from $325 in Q4 2024. The integration of sustainable materials has become crucial, with 82% of cottage-style buyers prioritizing eco-friendly and vintage-reproduction pieces. QVC’s success with influencer collections has led to a new business model where lifestyle bloggers receive 15-20% royalties on curated collections, significantly higher than traditional licensing deals.

🔮 Future Outlook: Industry forecasters predict the cottagecore aesthetic will evolve into “modern cottage” by mid-2025, incorporating smart home technology within traditional designs. QVC is reportedly planning to launch virtual cottage styling sessions where customers can receive personalized decorating advice from influencers. The spring 2025 home decor season is expected to see a 35% increase in cottage-themed outdoor living collections, as consumers extend the cozy aesthetic to porches and gardens. Augmented reality shopping for cottage collections is projected to become standard by Q3 2025.

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🔄 QVC Home Decor Sales Surge 42% in Q1 2024 – 2024-11-17


Research Date: 2024-11-17

🔍 Latest Findings: QVC reports a remarkable 42% increase in home decor collection sales during Q1 2024, with cottage-style and farmhouse collections leading the category. The network attributes this growth to the rising trend of “cozy maximalism” where consumers are investing in multiple decorative pieces to create layered, comfortable spaces.

📊 Updated Trends: The home shopping industry has seen a significant shift toward curated collections from lifestyle influencers, with QVC reporting that influencer-designed collections now account for 28% of their home category revenue. Spring 2024 collections featuring vintage-inspired and cottagecore aesthetics have experienced 3x higher engagement rates compared to traditional product lines.

🆕 New Information: Recent consumer behavior analysis shows that 67% of QVC shoppers now prefer to purchase complete collection sets rather than individual items, leading to an average order value increase of $125 per transaction. The integration of augmented reality features on QVC’s app has allowed customers to virtually place items in their homes before purchasing, reducing return rates by 23%.

🔮 Future Outlook: Industry experts predict the home shopping network model will continue evolving with more interactive live shopping experiences. QVC is reportedly developing AI-powered styling recommendations that will suggest complementary pieces based on previous purchases, expected to launch in Q3 2024. The cottagecore and farmhouse aesthetic is projected to remain dominant through 2025, with an anticipated 15% annual growth in this category.

 

]]> Walmart selling a $139 storage cube organizer for only $85 http://livelaughlovedo.com/finance/walmart-is-selling-a-versatile-139-storage-cube-organizer-for-only-85-and-its-super-sturdy/ http://livelaughlovedo.com/finance/walmart-is-selling-a-versatile-139-storage-cube-organizer-for-only-85-and-its-super-sturdy/#respond Tue, 28 Oct 2025 20:32:55 +0000 http://livelaughlovedo.com/2025/10/29/walmart-is-selling-a-versatile-139-storage-cube-organizer-for-only-85-and-its-super-sturdy/ [ad_1]

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Why we love this deal

We love versatile furniture. By finding the right selection, not only does it blend seamlessly in multiple rooms in your home, but it also serves a variety of functions, such as seating with hidden storage or a display rack that can double as a plant stand. This flexibility especially comes in handy when you’re in the mood for a home makeover, because you can reuse the practical piece in a different room if you want to change it up.

Right now, Walmart has a limited-time deal on a top-rated storage solution with multiple uses, and it’s made by the decorating experts at Better Homes and Gardens. Normally retailing for $139, the Better Homes and Gardens 8-Cube Organizer currently has a 39% discount, which brings the price down to just $85 for the white version. If black is more your style, that color is also on sale, and while it’s a bit more expensive than the clean and classy white, it’s still a great bargain at $97.

Better Homes & Gardens 8-Cube Organizer, $85 (was $139) at Walmart

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Why do shoppers love it?

Featuring eight cube compartments that each measure 13 inches long, 15 inches deep, and 13 inches tall, this organizer shelf has plenty of storage space to tidy up messy clutter. While cube bookcase shelves like this are popular, this one is unique as it comes with four X-shaped shelf inserts. This additional accessory brings visual interest to the design, but it’s also quite practical, depending on what you store. For example, they provide the perfect spot to stash wine bottles if you want to use the furniture as a sophisticated wine bar. 

Multipurpose home storage like this piece can be utilized in so many places around the home, whether as a buffet in the dining room, toy storage in the playroom, a television console in the living room, or a console table at the front door entryway. One of the coolest features of this storage cube organizer is that it can be oriented upright as a slim and tall shelf or placed on its side for a low and wide unit. Either way you use it, it will be extremely sturdy, with the ability to support 100 pounds when vertical and 150 pounds when horizontal.

Related: Walmart is selling top-rated $105 tall wire shelves for only $58, and they’re ‘perfect for storage’

Better Homes and Gardens is renowned for its expertise in interior design styles and home decor trends, so it’s no surprise that this storage bookcase shelf looks simply stunning. An extra touch of elegance comes from the white textured wood grain finish. “I love these cube shelves. I have bought a few and they are so cute for whatever you need,” wrote one shopper in their review. They also noted that the unit is “easy to put together and very sturdy.”

Details to know 

  • Dimensions: This cube organizer measures 56.77 inches wide, 15.35 inches deep, and 30.16 inches high. 
  • Color options: This bookcase storage shelf is available in white and black.
  • Material: Medium-density fiberboard and particle board.
  • Is assembly required?: Yes.

Currently, this popular storage unit has an average customer rating of 4.8 out of five stars. Multiple reviewers highlighted the sturdiness and stylishness of the furniture. Many also mentioned the ease of assembly, like one shopper who wrote, “My husband put it together quickly. It’s super sturdy.” They went on to praise the appearance, “I put this in my office and it matches perfectly. It’s a nice display and very versatile.”

If you want to use this cubby organizer to hide away clutter, there are perfectly-sized bins for this bookcase available at Walmart for just $10 each.

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Save on sprucing up your space while the Better Homes and Gardens 8-Cube Organizer is still on sale for just $85 at Walmart. We suggest adding this stylish storage furniture to your cart now to snag the savings.

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]]> http://livelaughlovedo.com/finance/walmart-is-selling-a-versatile-139-storage-cube-organizer-for-only-85-and-its-super-sturdy/feed/ 0 I Received The Foyer Bench Fabric http://livelaughlovedo.com/home-decor/i-received-the-foyer-bench-fabric-and-i-dont-like-it/ http://livelaughlovedo.com/home-decor/i-received-the-foyer-bench-fabric-and-i-dont-like-it/#respond Mon, 20 Oct 2025 21:17:19 +0000 http://livelaughlovedo.com/2025/10/21/i-received-the-foyer-bench-fabric-and-i-dont-like-it/ [ad_1]

The fabric for the foyer bench came in this weekend, and I don’t think I like it. Well, to be clear, I love the actual fabric, and as soon as I took it out of the package, my first thought was that I’d love to wash it and make a throw out of it. When I had my interior decorating business, I had an office in a local furniture store downtown called Spice, and they carried beautiful, washed velvet throws and bedding. I know that washing velvet isn’t really something you’re supposed to do, but it really softened it up and made for some beautiful bedding.

Anyway, I do have enough to make a throw out if it, which is a good thing because I don’t actually like it on the bench in the bedroom foyer.

I don’t really know what it is about it that I don’t like. Too dark? Too busy? Too green? I can’t put my finger on it. And I certainly don’t like it with the tea towels that I bought to make one of the pillows. So I thought I could just keep the two pillows I already have, but I don’t like those with it, either. It just seems a little too blah.

Of course, I will be hanging this picture on that wall above the bench. But even at that, it still seems too blah for me.

So I’ll washing that velvet fabric and turning it into a throw that I’ll either keep by the recliner in the bedroom or in the living room. I’m always wanting a comfy throw in the winter. Or I might make some throw pillows out of it for the bedroom, although I think the pattern might be a bit too bold for the headboard fabric. I’ll have to wait and see on that.

In the meantime, I went rummaging through my fabric stash to see if I could find anything that would work. I didn’t really have anything on hand that would work for the bench, but I did find this scrap of fabric and decided to try it out just to see if I liked the overall pattern and look. The color itself is all wrong. It’s too blue to go in a teal foyer. but I do love the pattern and how the more geometric pattern looks with the colorful tea towel (i.e., future pillow cover).

And I really like how it all looks with the picture that I plan to hang on that wall above the bench.

So, since we no longer have any fabric stores in town, I went back online to see what I could find in a teal and white geometric pattern. This time I went straight to Spoonflower since they have well over 750,000 designs from thousands of independent creators. I just searched “teal and white geometric” under fabrics, and then narrowed it down to a few favorites.

It also comes in this green color, which might be a fun contrast to the teal grasscloth wallpaper that I’ll be putting on the upper walls in the foyer and bedroom.

If I stick with the teal and white, I think this one might be my favorite. It’s a fun pattern, and it has just enough white to keep it light and interesting without the white being too stark. At least, that’s how it looks in the picture. We’ll see what it looks like when I get the sample.

It also comes in this pretty green.

I’ve ordered samples for all of those, and now I wait. I can’t even express to you how much I hate purchasing fabrics online — making choices, waiting for samples, choosing from samples, making a purchase, waiting for the fabric to come. Oh, how I miss the days when we had actual fabric stores in town where I could go, make my purchase, and come home with the immediate gratification of that fabric in hand and ready to start on a project. I hate it so much that I very often skip ordering samples and just take my chance with ordering fabric, but as in this situation, that doesn’t always work out well for me in the end.

But I really want this area to look nice. I’ll have so few options for adding color, pattern, and fabric to the foyer (all the fabric will be in this one corner), so I don’t want to just settle on something that’s kind of meh. I want to make the most of this one opportunity to bring fabric into the foyer and make it as cute, colorful, and vibrant as possible.

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    ]]>     http://livelaughlovedo.com/home-decor/i-received-the-foyer-bench-fabric-and-i-dont-like-it/feed/ 0     6 Outdated Window Treatments You Should Retire http://livelaughlovedo.com/hobbies-and-crafts/6-outdated-window-treatments-you-should-retire/ http://livelaughlovedo.com/hobbies-and-crafts/6-outdated-window-treatments-you-should-retire/#respond Sun, 19 Oct 2025 17:43:05 +0000 http://livelaughlovedo.com/2025/10/19/6-outdated-window-treatments-you-should-retire/ [ad_1]

    Beautiful window treatments add subtle elegance to your home as if they’re part of the architecture. However, the wrong treatment—whether it’s a faded jacquard valance above the kitchen sink or mismatched, pleated drapes—can make your space feel cluttered or outdated.

    Whether you’re starting small with a fresh fabric or rethinking the entire look of a room, knowing which styles to retire is the first step toward a more natural, contemporary space. Here, we turned to interior designers for their take on the treatments that date a room and what to use instead.

    Heavy Drapery

    Few elements can date a room faster than heavy, ornate drapery paired with oversized valances.

    “[It] overwhelms a room and blocks the natural light that so many homeowners are craving,” says Jasmin Reese, principal designer of Jasmin Reese Interiors. “The key is execution. Using the same fabric for both cornice and drapery, playing with multiple tassels, or experimenting with a sculptural cornice silhouette can transform the look from old-fashioned to an artful statement.”

    Matching Roman Shades

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    For most spaces, however, Reese recommends a lighter hand. “I use a lot of colorful, sheer panels in my projects—just make sure they go from the floor to the ceiling no matter the height of the window,” she says. “This elongates the space.”

    Roman shades that perfectly match upholstery, bedding, or other fabrics may have once been the hallmark of a coordinated room, but designers now see them as outdated.

    “That kind of overly staged look feels flat and predictable,” says Jeanine Bogart, principal designer at Epic Interiors. “Today’s clients want a mix that feels curated rather than cookie-cutter.”

    For a cleaner, more contemporary approach, Bogart recommends materials and colors that allow the window to shine. “Our design aesthetic tends to be more clean-lined, so we often recommend mesh roller shades in a contrasting neutral or white—something that’s modern and lets natural light in and maximizes the view,” she says.

    Cheaply Made Fabric

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    Nothing dates a window quite like curtains that feel insubstantial or that look cheaply made.

    “When the material reads as flimsy, it makes the interior seem less elevated,” says Brittny Button, founder of Button Atelier. “Don’t use anything that’s straight polyester without it being a blend.”

    Button also highlights the importance of lining. “Always make sure they have a lining. This is a failsafe so that the curtains have a presence, and it protects them from the sun.”

    Drapes That Are Too Short

    The placement and length of your curtains have a bigger impact on a room’s feel than many homeowners realize. Drapes hung too low can make ceilings seem squat and rooms feel compressed, while curtains that end well above the floor look unfinished and careless.

    “Curtains should reach the floor and ideally have a lining. This gives them presence and lets the panels drape properly,” says Button.

    Button emphasizes that hanging drapery from ceiling height instantly changes the room’s proportions. “It lifts the feel of the room and draws your eye upward,” she explains. Panels that lightly skim or pool on the floor create a sense of drama and refinement, while also connecting visually with the space.

    Curtains That Don’t Function

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    It’s surprising how often curtains are installed purely for decoration, leaving homeowners with “illusion drapes” that don’t actually block light or provide any privacy. While they may look pretty, panels that can’t fully close fail to serve the primary purpose of window coverings. In today’s interiors, functionality is just as important as style.

    Button recommends a relaxed Roman shade as a practical and stylish option. “[It] fills the need without requiring a complete drapery overhaul,” she says. This approach perfectly balances aesthetics and usability.

    Traditional Blinds

    Traditional vertical and horizontal blinds were once the practical choice for just about every home. These days, though, they can make a room feel dated and a little too busy. “They often disrupt the flow of natural light and create harsh lines that don’t complement today’s softer, more architectural interiors,” says Bogart.

    For something that feels both clean and functional, think beyond the traditional slats. “We often recommend upgrading to automated Lutron shades,” she says. “They offer a clean, modern look with the added benefit of convenience and smart-home integration.” The result is a more seamless, elevated window treatment that works with the room, rather than against it.

    If your heart is set on something more traditional, especially in a historic home, then Bogart says blinds can still have their place. “They tend to darken a room, which is great if that’s the mood you’re going for,” she adds. “We love them for libraries, studies, or moody dens where that cozy, intimate feel makes sense.”

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    ]]>     http://livelaughlovedo.com/hobbies-and-crafts/6-outdated-window-treatments-you-should-retire/feed/ 0     Walmarts bestselling tufted boho comforter on sale for $48 http://livelaughlovedo.com/finance/walmarts-bestselling-tufted-boho-comforter-is-on-sale-for-48-and-its-super-soft-and-cozy/ http://livelaughlovedo.com/finance/walmarts-bestselling-tufted-boho-comforter-is-on-sale-for-48-and-its-super-soft-and-cozy/#respond Sun, 19 Oct 2025 05:07:29 +0000 http://livelaughlovedo.com/2025/10/19/walmarts-bestselling-tufted-boho-comforter-is-on-sale-for-48-and-its-super-soft-and-cozy/ [ad_1]

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    Why we love this deal

    While we all want to be comfortable while sleeping, it’s also important that your bedding looks good when you’re awake. After all, who wants to get up from a restful night’s sleep and look at an ugly bedspread? Not us! That’s why we were excited to find an absolutely beautiful boho quilt set on sale at Walmart that looks way more expensive than its current price tag. However, this is one of the retailer’s bestselling comforters, so it’s probably best to grab yours now, so you don’t miss out.

    The Cozy Comfort Tufted Boho 3-Piece Comforter Set is available for only $48 at the moment, which is 52% off the original $99 price tag. This is a wonderful comforter because, not only is it extremely comfortable, according to buyers, but it looks great and goes with almost any decor aesthetic.

    Cozy Comfort Tufted Boho 3-Piece Comforter Set, $48 (was $99) at Walmart

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    Why do shoppers love it?

    There’s so much to love about this set — which includes a comforter and two pillow shams — but let’s start with the material. Made from high-quality, extra soft microfiber, you’ll feel like you’re sleeping in a bed of velvet when you lay your head to rest. The blanket’s inner filling is also made of top-grade microfiber that gives it a naturally billowy and fluffy look and feel. In addition to the gorgeous comforter, you also get two matching pillow shams with the set. The shams help pull the entire look together and offer a nice cohesion to your bedroom’s look. The elegant textured embroidery that covers the surfaces of all three pieces makes this boho chic bedding a joy to look at.

    What’s more, maintaining the set is just about as easy as falling asleep in it. The entire set is machine-washable, and it can be dried in a standard dryer cycle as well. It’s also Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified, which means it’s manufactured to withstand many wash cycles without any fading or problems with the stitching. This is a set that you can keep on your bed for years to come, without worrying that it will start to fall apart from overuse. 

    The size of the tufted queen comforter measures 90 inches long by 90 inches wide. It’s large enough to reach nearly to the ground on many beds. There are also plenty of other sizes and colors from which to choose. This set is available in four sizes and an amazing 28 colorways. There’s definitely an option for every bedroom in your home if you want to get the most out of this deal. Just don’t wait long, as some of the most popular colors may sell out quickly.

    Related: Walmart is selling a ‘powerful’ portable solar generator for $69

    Details to know

    • Included with set: Comforter and two matching pillow shams.
    • Comforter dimensions: 90 inches long by 90 inches wide.
    • Exterior material: 100% microfiber.
    • Interior fill material: 100% microfiber.

    Walmart shoppers fell in love with this set very quickly. One claimed, “This comforter set exceeded my expectations. It is super soft and cozy, the color is perfect…and it was super affordable.”

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    If you love the boho look and want a comforter that matches your personal style, then the Cozy Comfort Tufted Boho 3-Piece Comforter Set is for you. It’s beautiful, comfortable, and right now, it’s only $48. That’s why you should put one in your cart now, before it’s too late and they’re all gone.

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    ]]>     http://livelaughlovedo.com/finance/walmarts-bestselling-tufted-boho-comforter-is-on-sale-for-48-and-its-super-soft-and-cozy/feed/ 0     How I’m Doing On My 2025 Home Goals http://livelaughlovedo.com/home-decor/how-im-doing-on-my-2025-home-goals/ http://livelaughlovedo.com/home-decor/how-im-doing-on-my-2025-home-goals/#respond Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:56:27 +0000 http://livelaughlovedo.com/2025/10/13/how-im-doing-on-my-2025-home-goals/ [ad_1]

    At the beginning of every year, I make a list of home goals for that year. Since I’ve started doing that several years ago, I’ve never once gotten through the whole list during the year. I always put way too much on the list knowing that it’s impossible for me to get through the whole thing.

    But I like to use the list as kind of a general guide to keep me somewhat focused. It’s more like a buffet where I know I won’t eat every single thing on the buffet, but what I do eat has to come from the buffet. That’s the general idea, at least. There have been a couple of years where I’ve detoured quite a bit from that initial list, but for the most part, that’s how I view my list of home goals.

    Sometimes I’ll go two or three months without looking at my list, and then I’ll remember it and wonder if I’ve gotten off track or if I’ve stuck to my general plan. So when I realized a couple of days ago that it had been quite a while since I had referred back to the list for 2025, I was actually pleasantly surprised to see just how much I’ve gotten done. And while I still won’t get everything on the list finished (since there’s less than three months left in the year), I think this year could be the closest I’ve ever gotten to finishing a home goals list.

    The one thing I know for sure won’t happen this year is tearing down the sunroom. At the beginning of the year, it looked like this…

    Our washer and dryer were still in there. And while those have now been moved to their new, permanent home in the walk-in closet, the hot water heater remains. While I know where the new hot water heater will go (in the current guest bathroom that will soon be turned into a storage room), I’m still completely undecided on what kind of hot water heater I want to get. So until I make that decision and actually get the hot water heater moved out of the sunroom, the sunroom has to stay.

    I also have a lot of stuff stored in this sunroom that needs to be moved out, so with less than three months left in the year, I can say pretty confidently that tearing down the sunroom will have to wait until next year. That’s disappointing, but at least I can see a light at the end of the tunnel on this.

    I got quite a bit done on my workshop at the beginning of the year. It started off the year looking like this…

    And today, it looks like this…

    The four items still on the list for the exterior are to (1) mark off a planting bed around the building and add mulch, (2) do something to make the garage door look interesting, (3) build a pergola above the garage door, and (4) add exterior lights. I know for sure I won’t get the pergola done this year, or if I even still want a pergola above the garage door. But now that the weather is getting cooler outside, I could easily take a day and the those other three things done in a day, especially if I want or need a break from working on the bedroom. I already have the lights for the exterior. They’ve been sitting in the studio for months now. I just need to find an hour or so to get them up. Of course, they won’t have electricity yet, but at least they’d look pretty!

    I had also put on my list all of the inside projects for my workshop. Obviously, those will have to wait until next year as well. As soon as I get the bedroom done, and then do a quick makeover on the studio bathroom and get the current guest bathroom turned into a storage closet, the workshop will be my next big project.

    Obviously, the biggest items on my list for the year were the different areas of our bedroom suite. I tackled my closet first, and it’s the only area so far that is 100% finished. I still can’t believe that it started off looking like this at the beginning of the year…

    And other than the flooring installation, which I hired out, I turned that room into this…

    The only thing on my original list that I ended up not doing was building cabinets or shelves above the washer and dryer. And so far, it has worked out just fine not having additional storage there.

    And I am determined to get these other two areas done by the end of the year. My new change in mindset helped me tremendously yesterday. I felt so motivated, energized, and focused all day long by keeping my eye on the prize — a beautiful, finished master bedroom suite. So if I can keep that up for the next 2.5 months, I will definitely get it done. But time will tell.

    The foyer has come a long way from what it was at the beginning of the year. (Sorry, I don’t have a new picture since I painted the bedroom and added trim. I’ll work on getting new pictures this weekend.)

    My original list for this area looked like this, but there have been a few changes to the original plan:

    1. Install hardwood flooring, Done! See it here.
    2. Sand the hardwood flooring,
    3. Stain and seal hardwood flooring, See it here.
    4. Finish the French doors to bedroom suite,
    5. Install crown molding, Done!
    6. Paint the walls, Done!
    7. Paint or the gold leaf full-length mirror I found a mirror to purchase instead,
    8. Build an upholstered storage bench I’m going to reupholster a bench I alread have,
    9. Create a new scuttle hole to the attic This will go in the storage room,
    10. Create a new scuttle hole to the crawl space This will go in the storage room,
    11. Make or buy artwork I’m going to use what I have.

    And then I need to add these items to that list:

    12. Hang the grasscloth wallpaper,
    13. Wire sconces to flank the full-length mirror,
    14. Install the new ceiling light,
    15. Patch the hole for the old ceiling light.

    I think that’s it for the foyer.

    And then there’s the bedroom. It has also come a long way since the beginning of the year. Again, I’ll have new pictures by the end of this weekend with all of the trim finished.

    And here’s what my original list looked like for the bedroom:

    1. Install hardwood flooring, Done! See it here.
    2. Sand the hardwood flooring, Done!
    3. Stain and seal hardwood flooring, Done! See it here.
    4. Close up scuttle hole in ceiling It’s staying, but I do need to trim it out.
    5. Paint ceiling, Done!
    6. Repair and prime walls, Done!
    7. Install wainscoting, (Almost finished! Still working on wood fill, sanding, and caulking.)
    8. Install crown molding, Done!
    9. Hang grasscloth wallpaper,
    10. Install wall and ceiling trim in the bedroom entrance, Done! But my plan changed from my original plan at the beginning of the year, so there’s no ceiling trim.
    11. Make an upholstered headboard,
    12. Build a pretty bed frame to cover the not-so-pretty frame of our adjustable bed,
    13. Build two bedside tables I bought bedside tables instead.
    14. Sew velvet curtains,
    15. Make or find artwork,
    16. Create a reading corner (which may include reupholstering a chair), I bought a chair instead, which should be delivered in the next couple of weeks.
    17. Accessorize to finish.

    And the one thing I left off of that original list was:

    18. Refinish the dresser.

    So I’m actually feeling pretty good about my progress this year, and if I can stay motivated and keep my eye on the prize, I think I will look back on this year as a very successful and productive year. I have 2.5 months to make that final push towards the finish line. I look forward to checking back on this list at the end of December and seeing just how well I did.

    UPDATE: I forgot one last category on my 2025 home goals list! I had some house exterior projects on that list as well.

    I think this is where I got a little overly ambitious. 😀 My list included the following:

    1. Redo (and finish!) the skirting on the front porch,
    2. Re-install the shutters that came down,
    3. Re-install the front porch tape lights that fell down,
    4. Mark off planting beds and add borders and mulch,
    5. Add lighting to driveway and sidewalk,
    6. Build the steps to the side studio door.

    Obviously, I’m not going to get any of that big stuff done, like the finishing the skirting on the porch, marking off planting beds and adding mulch, adding lights to the driveway and sidewalk, or building the steps to the studio door. Those will have to wait…again. But I do hope to fix the shutter that fell and fix the tape lights that fell down on the front porch. In addition, I also hope to get the new exterior door in the bedroom painted and get at least a couple of new plants in the ground in that area by the end of this month.

     

     

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    Easy Wet Felting Project for Beginners

    If you’ve been itching to try wet felting but don’t want to start with slippers or handbags, these playful felted bowls made over balloons are a perfect beginner project. They’re fun, colorful, and oh-so-satisfying to make. Plus, they use up all those wool and yarn scraps you’ve been hoarding “for something special.” (Yes, I see you.)

    What I love most about this project is how forgiving it is — every bowl turns out different, with its own texture and story. You can make them big or small, soft or firm, minimalist or gloriously chaotic. Think of them as functional art for your home or craft studio.

    Materials You’ll Need

    • Wool roving or feltable fibers (merino, corriedale, etc.) 
    • Scraps of yarn, threads, or bits of fiber for decoration 
    • Balloons (one per bowl) 
    • Warm water and mild dish soap 
    • Towels or a plastic sheet to protect your work area 
    • Scissors 
    • Optional: a bit of mesh fabric or netting to help hold fibers in place 

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    1. Inflate Your Balloon
       Blow up your balloon to the size you want your bowl to be. A smaller balloon will give you a petite trinket dish, while a larger one makes a great yarn bowl. Sit it in a small bowl or cup to keep it from rolling away.
    2. Build Your Wool Layers
       Pull small tufts of wool roving and start laying them across the top half of the balloon. Alternate the direction of each layer — horizontal, vertical, diagonal — so the fibers tangle well. You’ll want at least 4–5 layers for strength.

    Add bits of yarn, thread, or curly fibers between the layers for texture and color. This is where the magic happens — it’ll all blend beautifully as it felts.

    1. Wet and Soap It Up
       Mix warm water with a few drops of dish soap, then drizzle it gently over your fibers until damp. Lightly press down so the fibers cling to the balloon. Be gentle — it’s easy to shift things around early on.
    2. Start Felting
       Using your hands (or cover with mesh if needed), begin gently rubbing the wool in small circles. Rotate the balloon as you go, rewetting with soapy water when it starts to dry. After about 10–15 minutes, you’ll feel the surface begin to firm up.

    The fibers are now locking together — it’s officially turning into felt!

    1. Rinse and Shape
       Once your bowl feels sturdy, rinse off the soap with alternating warm and cool water. Gently press out the excess water with a towel and reshape the wool neatly on the balloon. Leave it to dry completely overnight.
    2. Pop and Reveal
       In the morning, pop the balloon and remove it. Voilà — a felted bowl! Trim any stray fibers or uneven edges with scissors if you’d like.

    Variations and Ideas

    • Make a nesting set by using different balloon sizes. 
    • Try felting with striped or blended roving for a marbled look. 
    • Add bits of lace or silk between layers for a delicate texture. 
    • Once dry, you can stiffen the bowl further with diluted PVA glue or fabric stiffener if you prefer a more structured finish. 

    Why You’ll Love This Project

    This is the kind of craft that pulls you right into the creative flow — simple, tactile, and endlessly customizable. Whether you’re teaching a beginner felting class, making gifts, or just having a mindful afternoon with soap and wool, these bowls are guaranteed to make you smile.

    Each one feels alive with color and texture — a little piece of your creative spirit turned into something both beautiful and useful.

     



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