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Home Is Your Happy Place, And It Needs Happy Things, So Here Are 26 Pieces Of Decor To Help
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BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. Read More “Welcome home.” —Your new chicken nugget throw pillow I have been a BuzzFeed Shopping writer since 2017, with a focus on unique, practical products, up-to-date parenting finds, and up-and-coming home decor. You can find a bunch of outfits for this little critter! Promising review: "Let me say, this was the most coveted item and was stolen several times during my work's Yankee Swap game. It looks just as pictured, has a good weight to it, the magnet holds keys, and it functions as it should. I’m very happy with this purchase and will be purchasing one for myself in the future." —Melissa Clevenger Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available alone or in a kit). Guess I'd better take my own advice and get this off my wish list and right the heck into my shopping cart. I'd be a hypocrite otherwise! Can't have that! Promising review: "I picked one of these up to keep on my desk at work. I enjoy reading the quotes throughout the day. The e-ink display is good quality and easy to read. There isn't a backlight for the screen, so you have to have light in the room to see it. The battery lasts about a week between charges, with the time updating every minute, and there really seems to be a quote for every minute of the day. It's really well-made, the wooden body and brass accents look very elegant, and it gets people's attention when they see it, so it makes a good conversation piece. Overall, I really enjoy it. It's a bit expensive, but it's an attractive desk ornament while also being a great way to tell the time. I think I'll buy some more as gifts for some book lovers that I know." —Ryan Bates Get it from Amazon for $209+ (available in two sizes). Printed Weird is a Birmingham, UK–based specializing in mirror decor and home goods. Promising review: "The mirror is a wonderful addition to my bathroom. I was originally disappointed because it's not a... how do I say, like a heavy, 'real' mirror? But upon reflection (no pun intended), I like how light it is because it was easy to mount with appropriate command strips and it's less likely to fall and break." —Jesse Get it from Printed Weird on Etsy for $35.33+ (available in three styles). Promising review: "I bought this as a birthday gift for my BFF who loves tomatoes. She needed a soft light on her kitchen island and this is perfect. It’s glass, it’s made well, and its light isn’t too bright or overwhelming. Adds a soft glow and a touch of whimsy. If you like tomatoes this cute lamp is for you." —Kolohe Frame Mavens is a woman-owned small business based in Springfield, Ohio that makes photo frames. Here's what BuzzFeed Home and Garden Editor Sally Elshorafa has to say about these: "I fell in love with these frames the very first time I saw them on Etsy, so I was really excited when I finally got the opportunity to order one. My toddler son's passport photo is extremely cute, so much so that I saved the extra print and decided to get a custom cut from Frame Mavens in the cornflower blue color. They were quick to respond to the custom cut request, and my order was made and shipped quickly. I added it to a gallery wall that's a little too full of gaudy (in a good way) gilded frames and minimalist black frames, and it really helped break it up and add some color." Promising review: "Beautiful monochromatic frame! Perfect for a framed 4x6 postcard, which the owners graciously did a custom cut for." —Violet Get it from Frame Mavens on Etsy for $70 (available in nine colors). Promising review: "This is the most beautiful rug. I love it so much. It’s lightweight, it doesn’t slide, and it has the perfect colors." —David and Kandis Dennis Get a 7'x6' from Amazon for $91.46+ (available in nine sizes and six styles). This 75-piece set includes 42 tracks and connectors, 17 trick pieces and 15 marbles. The pieces are magnetic, so you can set this up on any magnetic surface. The lockers in your mud room are about to make that place THE hangout spot in your house. Promising review: "I can't explain to you how cool this is. Once you have it assembled in the way that you want (there is a learning curve), you will be able to swap out different sections and change up the route. You can create several routes that the marble can go through. If you're going to put magnets on your fridge, it might as well be cool ones that move marbles up and down and around." —Kris Redick Get it from Amazon for $44.99+ (available in two set sizes). StellaLeeStudio is a Brooklyn-based shop specializing in custom linens. Psst, you can order a $10 swatch from this shop if you want to do so before diving into a full order. Promising review: "Had a custom curtain made for an unusually shaped window and Stella was so helpful with measurements and mock-ups." —jess Get it from StellaLeeStudio on Etsy for $225+ (available in several sizes). Promising review: "Absolutely love this privacy cling! I’ve tried several options over the years — including spray paint and two different window films — to keep natural light in my bathroom while still maintaining privacy. When I moved into a place with a window directly in the shower, I knew I needed something more opaque. I definitely didn’t want the whole neighborhood getting a clear view while I was in there. This film is not only beautiful on the window, but it truly delivers on privacy. Even with the bathroom light on at night, it remains fully opaque from the outside. It does slightly darken the room since it’s more opaque than lighter films, but my bathroom gets strong direct sunlight in the mornings, so it hasn’t been an issue at all. Installation was very straightforward. I happened to have an older application kit and squeegee from a previous project that I preferred over the one included, but the process itself was simple. I measured my window and cut the film on a flat surface before applying it. Luckily, my windows are standard rectangles, which made it even easier. Overall, I couldn’t be happier. It’s functional, absolutely gorgeous, and gives me total peace of mind. Highly recommend! —Jen Get it from Amazon for $16.14+ (available in four sizes and three designs). MiaBOWstyle is a small business that makes the cutest homemade plushies. Promising review: "These animal cracker pillows are everything! So adorable, always make me smile." —Lauren Get it from MiaBOWstyle on Etsy for $31.12+ (originally $39.90+; available in three animals and two colors). Promising review: "This dino chicken nugget pillow is a real Jurassic dream come true! It's the perfect cuddle companion for all the paleontologists-in-training or anyone with an insatiable appetite for comfort. Just be careful not to accidentally take a bite while you're napping because it looks deliciously deceiving!" —LadyTee Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in three styles, two sizes, and in packs). Promising review: "This 'couch' is wonderful — exactly what we had been looking for. The covers are super soft and the color is gorgeous. We have built several different forts and tunnels so far and the kids love it! We had a tiny problem with one of the arches, but customer service took care of it. I would definitely buy from this company again." —Chris & Charley Get it from Amazon for $159.99 (available in six colors). This small business is located in California and is owned by Sienna, who specializes in ultra-colorful, quirky prints. Promising review: "Nice quality and an adorable print!" —TW H Get it from Terra Cotta Noon on Etsy for $41.25+ (originally $55+; available in seven sizes and three finishes). This small biz is based in Istanbul. The shop specializes in custom, framed prints. Get it on sale from Atelier Fernando on Etsy for $40+ (originally $50+; available in 12 sizes, with or without a frame). The kit includes four metallic paints, eight acrylic paints, two brushes, a color palette, and a moon lamp with a wooden base. BTW, the night-light battery is included. Promising review: "My 7-year-old niece had a wonderful time creating her night-light. She was easily able to follow the instructions by herself, which is always a nice confidence booster. The different brushes and sponge applicators provide lots of options to be very creative. The lamp is made of nice, thick plastic that won’t break, making it very safe for young kids. The creative process took about one hour, and then about two hours to dry completely. The paint all washed off easily with plain warm water. Excellent value for money and a great way to spend quality time together. And now she has a beautiful keepsake which is the perfect size for her dresser." —LE Get it from Amazon for $14.24 (also available as a soccer ball). This is IP44 waterproof certified, meaning it can withstand splashes of water. DO NOT put this in the water with you (for so many reasons), but it's totally okay if it gets a little water on it as long as it doesn't fall in. Whether on top of your shower or on a bathroom sink, it's gonna be bright enough to light up your life. Hear one TikToker's thoughts on the shower lamp here. Promising review: "I bought this for my bathroom because the one light is super bright and it's too much in the mornings. I still needed some light, so I looked into a lamp like this over some kind of night light or plug-in lamp. I bought this because the reviews were promising, and so far I'm really happy. I charged it when it arrived a week ago, and haven't needed to charge it again yet. I love the warm, but not yellow-y light it emits. The lamp also seems really sturdy, like if I knocked it off the counter, it would be fine. The dimming function is great, no flickering, and I'm really happy the lamp 'remembers' the brightness level it was last on. It says waterproof, and I haven't tested that, but the charging port plug seems to seal really well, so I'm not nervous to have it on the bathroom counter or right next to the shower. My one complaint is that the wood grain color appeared different on my computer than in real life, and it's a little more reddish in person. However, I like this lamp so much I've been moving it to my desk to use in the evenings, so I may just buy another one that matches my bathroom better and leave the wood colored one at my desk." —Syd Smith Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in five colors). You can also get a sconce, table lamp, and floor lamp version of the light. Get it from West Elm for $199+ (available in three colors). Several reviewers recommend getting a fine tip craft glue to complete this kit. It also glows! Just be sure to grab two AA batteries (not included) once you've finished. Promising review: "This book nook took me two days to make, and I am so in love with the final result. The instructions are very clear. Some pieces broke, so be sure to be patient while cutting them out. I glued the broken ones back together with no problem. This works with a motion sensor, but you can access the battery pack from the back, which is really convenient! The most tedious part of this is making the books, but after that, it goes pretty fast! The lights are amazing, and they tell you where to place them in the instructions. This was my first book nook I’ve ever built! I will definitely be buying more in the future!" —Phoenix Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in four styles). Promising review: "These are easy to build, sturdy, and look great in my dining room! Highly recommend." —Lauren Wolf Get two from Amazon for $124.99 (available in three colors and in sets of four). This measures 12 inches around and can either be mounted or placed flat on a table. Promising review: "The Varmblixt is my favorite lamp I‘ve owned. It provides just enough light to fill a room, but only enough to feel warm and cozy! Hygge at its best! I own two now, one for home and one for my office." —Richard Promising review: "A really fun, WELL-MADE, Lego botanical kit. I always use the Lego builder app, which makes the instructions clearer. Really enjoyed putting this together. A good size and great value for the money." —Amazon Customer Not only does my cat sleep in this every day (pictured above), she also loves playing fetch with the lightweight fruit. I often find her rolling the blueberries around the apartment. I dig having a pet bed that doubles as daily entertainment. Promising review: "I bought this tart for my angel dog because he sleeps at my feet while I’m at my desk during the day, and I wanted him to have a cute, soft surface that would fit under the desk. The first photo is my four-year-old cat, who has NEVER taken to a bed, ever! She stole it from the dog and claimed it as her own, and we had to buy another one. Dog loves it, cats love it, it’s ADORABLE, just buy it! We got the large, which (barely) fits our chonky cat but is plenty spacious enough for our 5-pound dog." —Jennifer Cordero Rodriguez Promising review: "Absolutely love these. My daughter’s toilet was missing the original caps, so I thought I would give these a try. They are so nice looking!! She loves them. Great quality and fits perfectly over the screw. Going to buy some for my bathroom now! Buy it, you won’t regret it." —Valentine Girl Get a pair from Amazon for $15.65 (available in nine styles). This is such a hit gift! From a mother who genuinely loves getting candles and bath salts, and blankets...this one is a slam dunk for Mother's Day. Promising review: "I have never seen a more beautiful blanket in my life. The images of the red roses crochet blanket looked exactly like an actual blanket — it was warm, high quality, and cost way less than others of the same size. Not to mention, a majority of the other crochet roses I looked at looked like rolled-up socks to me, while the roses on this blanket were detailed with little crochet leaves. Even the packaging it came in was elegant. Recently bought a second one for my mother." —Jones Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in three sizes and seven styles). Promising review: "I am a candle snob, and I can say without a second thought that Capri Blue is my favorite candle of all time. I have one in the living room, bedroom, and bathroom. I gift them often for housewarming (pun intended) gifts or just because. They're the perfect addition to a home, and they SMELL SO GOOD, Y'ALL. Absolutely recommend these candles to everyone." —Jennifer Get a 19-ounce version from Amazon for $35 (available in four sizes) — see all of Capri Blue's candles here. My love for Minky Couture is starting to get a little overwhelming. They are, without a doubt, worth the splurge. The image on the right is of my hairless cat, Chuck, absolutely loving his life inside the Hugs blanket. The version on the left is their Extreme Ultra Cloud. And I swear, when they say "cloud," they mean it. I've never felt anything softer. They. Are. Magic. I already own two. And will I be buying more? Yeah... I have another one in my cart as we speak. Get it from Minky Couture for $129+ (available in five sizes and seven colors). * Whimsical Home Products For People Who Gossipy Neighbors Would Describe As “Eccentric” * If You Think Beige Is The Worst, Here Are 31 Colorful Pieces Of Furniture And Decor BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way. 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