Guest Picks: Accessories for a Tiny Entryway
Even a barely there entryway can look neat and polished with the right doormats, shelving, storage and artwork
When you live in an apartment as tiny as mine, it's sometimes hard to distinguish the entryway from the rest of the joint. Collected here are a few bits and bobs that help make the distinction and keep things organized and neat at the same time. — Erin from Reading My Tea Leaves
Hand-Knit Rope Rug by Slip Stitch Co.
I love the chunky weave of this doormat. I keep a sturdy mat outside the door for collecting dirt, but I'd love something cozy like this for inside.
All Are Welcome Tiding
Even in a space that's very small, there's usually room for a few sweet words. I like the idea of having a little welcome message in the entryway.
Vintage Industrial Wood Crate by Ethan Ollie
In my tiny apartment, I store shoes in a crate by the door. If I didn't have a crate already, this one would be perfect for the job.
Felted Slippers, Neutral by Agnes Felt
Since I leave my shoes by the front door, it's nice to have something else to slip on for padding around the house. These would do the trick, especially with winter around the corner.
Plate Hook
I love this combination plate and hook. I can imagine hanging my tote bag from the hook and placing my keys on the plate above.
Flowers & Feathers
Sometimes just a little infusion of color is all you need. I've been a longtime fan of this print from The Wild Unknown.
Door Wedge
Whether I'm lugging home groceries or trying to get out of the house for a weekend away, sometimes a door wedge is exactly what I need. I love the classic shape of this one.
I store canvas bags on the back of my apartment door so that I remember to bring them to the grocery store. Having an oversize bag to fit them all would help keep things organized.
Doug Fir Wall Mount Coat Rack
Coats tend to accumulate in my entryway. I would love one of these classic racks for hanging winter coats and hats.
Minimal Wall-Mount Shelf, Reclaimed Old Growth Wood and Iron by Blake Avenue
A simple shelf in the entryway is the perfect place to brighten with a bouquet of flowers or to pile up library books that need returning.
I keep my keys by the door so that I know where they are when it's time to head out. I'd love to add these little leather covers to help tell them apart.
Vendome Single Sconce | Circa Lighting
Just a little lamp will do in a tiny entryway. This one is simple and unfussy.
Wooden Writing Clipboards by Simplychi
Hanging clipboards make for a great place to leave little love notes or reminders for folks coming or going.
Metal Shelf With Hooks
This combination shelf and coat rack could do double-duty in my tiny entrance.
The Eley
Nothing brightens my apartment like the little bits of greenery I keep. The scale of this plant and planter is perfect for a tiny space.
Classic Wood Peg Rack by Oh, Albatross
This vintage coat rack is a real classic, and its profile is slim enough for a tight space.
Wall-Hung Porcelain Candleholder
If there wasn't space for a lamp in my entryway, I'd love a little candlelight to welcome guests over.
Large Antique Vanity Mirror Plateau by Simplychi
Everyone needs to check in every now and then. I'd keep this mirror in the entryway to make sure I never leave the house with errant crumbs on my cheeks.
Two Houses Linocut Print by Erin Dollar
Two tiny houses connected by the smoke of their chimneys is an awfully cozy image. I'd hang this tight by the front door.
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