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Guest Picks: 18 Unusual Home Decorating Finds
Step outside the ordinary with these intriguing, inspiring and motivating accents
I believe that your home should be your sanctuary; it should make you happy. So it follows that I love this quote by William Morris: "Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful."
I tend to search for things that are unique or unusual, not just for the sake of being unique or unusual, but because I feel there is more room for interpretation — my own and yours. I hope you enjoy! — Melissa from Melissa Loves
I tend to search for things that are unique or unusual, not just for the sake of being unique or unusual, but because I feel there is more room for interpretation — my own and yours. I hope you enjoy! — Melissa from Melissa Loves
Tall Barnacle Vase
This is a statement piece if there ever was one! I love its size and complexity (even though I don't love the price tag). It would be gorgeous with or without blooms in it. It has so much visual interest, which is never a bad thing in my book.
TAL-Y-LLYN Wool Rug
A gorgeous rug is always a good place to start, and this unusual color combo has me dreaming of warm fires, a good book and a chill in the air.
Antique Drawing Drafting Table by Karen C. Kramer
Any vintage piece is arguably unique, as it is a good bet there aren't a whole lot of them around. This vintage easel would be a beautiful place to display art or a treasured book.
Porcelain Wall Pillow by Stepanka
Stepanka's porcelain pieces have a completely one-of-a-kind style that she lovingly creates by hand. Her wall "pillows," mugs, cups and awesome metallic porcelain clouds have so much warmth and soul.
Circa 1940 Vintage Industrial Laundry Cart by Go Seek
"A million and one" is what I think when I look at this awesome vintage laundry cart — that is, a million and one ways to use it and add such a cool, unique piece to your home.
Crystal Poster by Debbie Carlos
In her larger-than-life posters, Debbie Carlos takes everyday moments or things and elevates them to an artistic status. This one is my favorite, and I recently sent it to my brother for his birthday.
Wooden Storage Cubes
These boxes are just wonderful. I love that they are art all on their own, but can be used to highlight something special as well.
Vespertine Hand-Dyed Vintage Doily by Enhabiten
Liane has a understated way of making a space warm and welcoming. She hand-dyes these beautiful doilies and gives them a whole new lease on life. A bunch of these sewn on the bottom of a linen curtain would be beautiful.
"IT'S OK" Affirmation Banner by Ashley Anna Brown
Ashley Anna Brown has distilled my favorite way of looking at life into a simple and powerful message. I love its simplicity.
Sweet Simple Vintage Persian Area Rug by Old New House
This vintage Persian rug is so lovely. The colors make it simple but also give it so much warmth.
Bee Skep Doorstop
Bee skeps are so interesting, and using one as a doorstop — or anywhere else, for that matter — is fun.
Einstein Art Print by Tracie Andrews
I love this quote and believe in it wholeheartedly. We all have something to offer, and this is a great reminder for any home.
Merchant Nails
I feel like I am always looking for an inexpensive way to put up artwork without having to have it framed or buying a frame (or something else). I love the idea of just tacking things up with these merchant nails. They have an old fashioned quality that seems to stand on its own.
Quotable Canvas Wall Art by Native Vermont Studio
It's always a good idea to add words onto your wall that inspire you, in my humble opinion. It's not a new idea, but if it is a phrase that adds something to your day or your life and makes you happy, then it deserves to be in your home.
Swaying Stalks Floor Lamp
This lamp is so beautiful — a piece of sculpture as well as a light source.
Decorate: 1,000 Design Ideas for Every Room in Your Home
Holly Becker's interior design book is full of incredible homes and inspiration. It is my very favorite book to go to when I need motivation and help with something in my home. It's definitely a unique source for creating a space you love.
Dreamscape Mural
I am always a fan of larger-than-life pieces for your walls. Sometimes they are exactly what you need to infuse your home with atmosphere. I love this dreamscape piece from Anthropologie.
Paper House Mobile by Creator B
I love mobiles; I seriously never tire of them. They tempt me to look up more, and I like a multi-leveled existence! This house mobile is handmade and completely original.
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