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41 Great Gifts for Home Decor
Houzz Gift Guide 2010: Color, Fun and Style for the Rooms We Use Most
Houzz Contributor. Hi There! I currently live in a 1920s cottage in Atlanta that I'll describe as "collected."
I got into design via Landscape Architecture, which I studied at the University of Virginia. I've been writing about design online for quite a few years over at Hatch: The Design Public Blog.
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These great gifts will add color and style to everything from casual play spaces to formal living rooms—from the place where one finds a quiet place to read to where families gather for movie nights. Whether you want to give a lovely object for a tablescape, a cool storage basket, a beautiful book or the coolest bean bag chair around, there's a little bit of everything here.
We'd love your great gift finds, too! Add a link to your best idea for the perfect gift for the living room/family room/media room in the comments section and tell us why you love it. The Houzz member with most creative idea wins a $50 gift card to West Elm. And be sure to come back tomorrow for our next guide to the most stylish gifts of the season!
We'd love your great gift finds, too! Add a link to your best idea for the perfect gift for the living room/family room/media room in the comments section and tell us why you love it. The Houzz member with most creative idea wins a $50 gift card to West Elm. And be sure to come back tomorrow for our next guide to the most stylish gifts of the season!
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by Home Decor HSN
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| Some of the best home decor bargains out there are in Nate Berkus's collection for HSN. This fabric-covered tray is great for holding keys and papers, for serving as a tablescape base, or for placing on a wobbly or upholstered coffee table when you need a good flat surface.
Fabric covered Approx. 20"L x 12"W x 2-1/2"H $39.95 |
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by angela adams
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| This abstract botanical handprinted pillow from Angela Adams is such a breath of fresh air. For those who prefer a warmer palette, it also comes in tangerine and burnt umber. Insert is included.
55% linen, 45% cotton cover with a hypo-allergenic down alternative insert 12" x 22" rectangle 18" x 18" square Hand-printed in the USA Sewn in Maine $85 |
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This pillow combines several of our favorite trends: Parisian, flea market, monogram, texture, and burlap. It's a wonderful way to give a personalized handmade gift.
The cover measures 17" x 17" and has an envelope closure
Pillow insert not included
$32.00
The cover measures 17" x 17" and has an envelope closure
Pillow insert not included
$32.00
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If one doesn't round up the magazines one hasn't gotten around to reading yet, it can turn into a mess of clutter very quickly. This wavy rack from Offi is a wonderful way to keep track of them. Once it's full, it's a sign to start moving some of them over to the recycling bin!
Molded plywood construction
Dimensions: 16”H x 15”W x 13”D
Prices varying, as we post: birch is $129; walnut is $169
Molded plywood construction
Dimensions: 16”H x 15”W x 13”D
Prices varying, as we post: birch is $129; walnut is $169
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Etsy fine artist Heather Knight creates beautiful unique pieces inspired by nature. This bowl can be used as a sculpture and is food safe.
Handmade from a porcelain clay, this bowl is unglazed on the textured exterior, and treated with a translucent blue glaze on the interior.
Approx 9" around by 3" deep
$89
Handmade from a porcelain clay, this bowl is unglazed on the textured exterior, and treated with a translucent blue glaze on the interior.
Approx 9" around by 3" deep
$89
by Garnet Hill
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Casually tossed across the sofa or used for warmth, this lambswool throw is a stylish alternative to a tacky Snuggie! Seriously, nothing says "I DON'T Love You" like a Snuggie!
Lambswool
Dry clean only
$178
Lambswool
Dry clean only
$178
by Design Public
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Houzz friend, photographer, DIY-er and author of the blog Asiz's Child, Ali says, "You can never go wrong with a Fatboy Original. Not only is it a great lounge chair but it comes in a massive box which makes for hours of entertainment for the little ones (think box forts, box rocket ships, a good hide/seek spot), ha!"
Practical and easy to clean nylon material with a special coating. Rub with a damp cloth to keep it looking new. The inside filling is made of tiny cylindrical pieces of EPS (Expanded Polystyrene Packaging).
Designer Jukka Setala
70" L x 55" W x 70" D
$299
Practical and easy to clean nylon material with a special coating. Rub with a damp cloth to keep it looking new. The inside filling is made of tiny cylindrical pieces of EPS (Expanded Polystyrene Packaging).
Designer Jukka Setala
70" L x 55" W x 70" D
$299
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Poufs are here to stay, and we get plenty of questions here at Houzz about sources. John Derian has every color in the rainbow and then some, such as this glamorous silver.
Hand-dyed and hand-stitched in Morocco
Leather
20" W x by 14" H
Stuffed with a combination of kapok, a natural plant fiber, and Dacron foam
$325
Hand-dyed and hand-stitched in Morocco
Leather
20" W x by 14" H
Stuffed with a combination of kapok, a natural plant fiber, and Dacron foam
$325
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This bright Haitian paper mache bowl is so cute you'll want to pick it up in the blue and yellow versions as well. It's good for your social conscience as well; it benefits the artisans in Haiti who make them.
Paper; amidon glue; acrylic paint
Handcrafted in Haiti
6"
Not food safe
Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
Signed by the artisan
$10
Paper; amidon glue; acrylic paint
Handcrafted in Haiti
6"
Not food safe
Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
Signed by the artisan
$10
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Houzz contributor Lily Gahagan says, "not only is this retro-inspired clock a joy to look at, it's also makes getting up in the morning a pleasure (imagine that); you can choose to awaken by a gently pulsing light, bell sound, or both."
Features on/off backlight switch, snooze functionality and battery backup
5"H x 7"W x 3"D
Requires two AA batteries, not included
$39.50
Features on/off backlight switch, snooze functionality and battery backup
5"H x 7"W x 3"D
Requires two AA batteries, not included
$39.50
by Jonathan Adler
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This needlepoint pillow is a wonderful and personalized gift. Order up a monogrammed accent for a loved one's living room or bedroom with very little fuss.
Available in an array of color choices and letters A-Z
16" x 16"
$98
Available in an array of color choices and letters A-Z
16" x 16"
$98
by Crate&Barrel
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What's so great about these vases is that they cost $14.95 but look much more expensive. In fact, the giftees may even think you sacrificed major room in your suitcase lugging them home from Venice!
Handblown cased glass
Cut and polished rim
Watertight
4"dia. x 5"H
$14.95
Handblown cased glass
Cut and polished rim
Watertight
4"dia. x 5"H
$14.95
by Z Gallerie
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One can never have too many dashes of glam. Perfect for a dressing table, bedroom or living room, this oval frame made of glass cubes is fit for photos of loved ones.
8.5" x 10.5"; holds 5" x 7" photo
$29.95
8.5" x 10.5"; holds 5" x 7" photo
$29.95
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I cannot think of a better name for a gift than "Happiness Pot!" Traditionally a wedding gift in China, why not spread the happy to all of your favorite people?
Available in three sizes
Decorated with the Chinese ideogram for happiness
This short pot is $59.00
Available in three sizes
Decorated with the Chinese ideogram for happiness
This short pot is $59.00
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| At first glance, this bold and beautiful pillow looks like some sort of exotic Ikat print, but upon a closer look it's a pattern of silhouettes. It's just too clever!
Belgian linen sold with 100% cotton feather down insert Measures 12" x 20" Piped seam in black hidden zipper $90 |
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We've featured so many ideabooks about Eames furniture that it seems only fitting to throw in a beautiful book about Charles and Ray and their furniture!
2-volume, 800-page book with more than 2,500 images
$125.37
2-volume, 800-page book with more than 2,500 images
$125.37
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This perfectly modern tabletop lamp will be appreciated by all fans of contemporary design. The clear acrylic version is visually space-saving and timeless. Also available in charcoal.
Clear acrylic base; vinyl-coated polymer fabric shade; fabric-covered cord
Tube Top Table Lamp
Small: H 14" x W 9" x D 4" $110
Medium: H 21" x W 15" x D 7"
$220
Large: H 27" x W 18" x D 9" $305
Clear acrylic base; vinyl-coated polymer fabric shade; fabric-covered cord
Tube Top Table Lamp
Small: H 14" x W 9" x D 4" $110
Medium: H 21" x W 15" x D 7"
$220
Large: H 27" x W 18" x D 9" $305
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This handsome backgammon board comes in a wood attache case, making it an attractive item that can be stored in plain view on a bookshelf.
Includes solid wooden pieces two dice cups a doubling cubes. Opens to reveal a neatly inlaid wooden playing surface. Closed, it looks like a wooden attache case accented with chrome clasps.
Inlaid wooden playing surface
14.8 x 8.9 x 1.9
$59.99
Includes solid wooden pieces two dice cups a doubling cubes. Opens to reveal a neatly inlaid wooden playing surface. Closed, it looks like a wooden attache case accented with chrome clasps.
Inlaid wooden playing surface
14.8 x 8.9 x 1.9
$59.99
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Enough with the video games and headphones. Bring family and friends together for some good old Monopoly. It's designed for ages 8 and up. Chances are you adults have forgotten how much fun it is, but you haven't forgotten that you like to use the car gamepiece!
Includes gameboard, 8 movers with carry bag, 28 Title Deed cards, 16 Chance cards, 16 Community Chest cards, 1 pack of MONOPOLY money, 32 silver houses, 12 gold hotels, 2 number dice, 1 speed die, championship scorepad, champion’s trophy, 6 name strips and instructions
$19.99
Includes gameboard, 8 movers with carry bag, 28 Title Deed cards, 16 Chance cards, 16 Community Chest cards, 1 pack of MONOPOLY money, 32 silver houses, 12 gold hotels, 2 number dice, 1 speed die, championship scorepad, champion’s trophy, 6 name strips and instructions
$19.99
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This basket, handcrafted in Rawanda, is a feel-good gift that helps women there earn a living. This works as a tote, magazine rack, wastepaper basket or general clutter catch-all.
Naturally dyed sisal coil-sewn over bundled sweetgrass
Hand-woven in Rwanda
10.5" x 16"
Because each bowl is a unique work of art, variations in size and color will occur
Includes a numbered Certificate of Authenticity
$75.00
Naturally dyed sisal coil-sewn over bundled sweetgrass
Hand-woven in Rwanda
10.5" x 16"
Because each bowl is a unique work of art, variations in size and color will occur
Includes a numbered Certificate of Authenticity
$75.00
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Do you know someone who dreams of strolling the markets of Istanbul in hot pursuit of textiles? Until they get that chance, they'll be thrilled with this Kilim pillow on Etsy. There is a wide variety of beautiful pillows in Etsy seller sukan's store.
Pillow covered with an antique kilim (a kind of a rug). It's made of 100%wool. Colored with natural dyes. It has Anatolian and Middle Eastern patterns.
The cover is zipped on the back.
Colors may fade after washing. Dry clean for best results.
Approx. Dimensions:
Width(wide) :16” / 40 cm
Height(high):12” / 30 cm
$49.99
Pillow covered with an antique kilim (a kind of a rug). It's made of 100%wool. Colored with natural dyes. It has Anatolian and Middle Eastern patterns.
The cover is zipped on the back.
Colors may fade after washing. Dry clean for best results.
Approx. Dimensions:
Width(wide) :16” / 40 cm
Height(high):12” / 30 cm
$49.99
by Jonathan Adler
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When I visited one of the most stylish people I know, Interior Designer Vanessa De Vargas, she had this snazzy little Jonathan Adler box on her perfectly arranged coffee table, and it's made me want one ever since.
Brown stoneware with platinum accents
6.5" x 3.5" x 2.25"
And the bottoms are as cute as the tops
$70
Brown stoneware with platinum accents
6.5" x 3.5" x 2.25"
And the bottoms are as cute as the tops
$70
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by Z Gallerie
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| What's great about this game is that it's an beautiful object you'll love to look at, but it also makes you want to pull it out and play a simple game of Tic-Tac-Toe with a pal, partner or kiddo.
Made of wood finished with a high gloss black and silver lacquer 14" x 14" x 1.5" $34.95 |
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The scrumptious colors and sumptuous images in this book will be such inspiration to anyone who loves design, they'll always leave out this limited edition in cerulean blue on display. Wearstler's style has evolved from the classic Hollywood Regency to bold Bravura Modern; this one is not for the meek. This is a signed and numbered edition of 1,000 copies world-wide.
psst...if this edition is too rich for your blood, the original book is priced around $23 new on Amazon right now.
$61.20
psst...if this edition is too rich for your blood, the original book is priced around $23 new on Amazon right now.
$61.20
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by Pottery Barn
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| This knit pillow cover is reminiscent of a fisherman's sweater knit with love by grandma. It's wonderful for giving that cozy comfy vibe in the family room.
16" W x 26" L Soft acrylic-wool yarn Reverses to solid Zipper closure; insert sold separately 70% acrylic, 30% wool $39.99 |
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This lovely little bowl from Michael Wainwright is a special splurge. Your giftee will want to leave it out as part of a tablescape whether it has some snacks in it or not. Also available in coral and gold.
Handcrafted in porcelain and given a cracked appearance with a 24k gold glaze.
Dishwasher safe
12½" X 8½"
Made in USA
$65
Handcrafted in porcelain and given a cracked appearance with a 24k gold glaze.
Dishwasher safe
12½" X 8½"
Made in USA
$65
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This rich jewel-toned purple Murano glass vase is worthy of a formal living room. Present the gift with a handful of fresh flowers.
10" H x 6" W
$75
10" H x 6" W
$75
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At first, the price for a pillow may seem steep. Then realize you can customize it to be handstitched by K Studio with all the family characters (pets included) you choose!
Handmade by K Studio, Grand Rapids, MI
Shell of 100% hemp/organic cotton; filling of natural feathers (90%) and down (10%)
Pillows are made to order, in your choice of size:
14" square $134
18" square $152
22" square $160
18" L x 10" W (pictured) $134
24" L x 14" W $152
Handmade by K Studio, Grand Rapids, MI
Shell of 100% hemp/organic cotton; filling of natural feathers (90%) and down (10%)
Pillows are made to order, in your choice of size:
14" square $134
18" square $152
22" square $160
18" L x 10" W (pictured) $134
24" L x 14" W $152
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These lidded woven baskets with handles are a very pretty way to stash toys, books, games, DVDs, electronic equipment, and that pile of junk on the coffee table that needs to be hidden quickly when company comes over.
Large Tote. 16.25" x 12.25" x 9.25"H
Durable water hyacinth in a tight weave with handy cutout grips
Handwoven
Made of eco-friendly water hyacinth and recycled paper chipboard
$27.95
Large Tote. 16.25" x 12.25" x 9.25"H
Durable water hyacinth in a tight weave with handy cutout grips
Handwoven
Made of eco-friendly water hyacinth and recycled paper chipboard
$27.95
by Lamps Plus
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This practical log basket looks nice next to the hearth and will keep logs right where one needs them without messing up the rug. If you're feeling really generous, throw in a bundle of kindling to go with it.
Roman bronze powder coated finish
23" W x 12" H x 13" D
$69.91
Roman bronze powder coated finish
23" W x 12" H x 13" D
$69.91
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This sweet little sea urchin box is wonderful for a coastal home or for someone you know is missing the coast.
Glazed Ceramic
5" diameter x 2.5"H
$30
Glazed Ceramic
5" diameter x 2.5"H
$30
by Anthropologie
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These little floral lovelies are an expensive-looking gift at a reasonable price. Available in turquoise, purple or raspberry.
Earthenware
5.5"H x 4.5" W
$16
Earthenware
5.5"H x 4.5" W
$16
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I felt kind of guilty about making the gift guide for gardeners a "No-Gnome Zone," so I'm throwing one into the living room category. He's actually a container, and he looks pretty cute with his hat on or off!
6"W x 13"H
Made from white glazed ceramic with a metallic coated gnome hat lid
Handmade
Perfect for everything from cookies to treasures
$68
6"W x 13"H
Made from white glazed ceramic with a metallic coated gnome hat lid
Handmade
Perfect for everything from cookies to treasures
$68
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| Ali of the blogAsiz's Child says, "The Heather Lins Home pillows are perfect conversation starters for any family/media room. My favorite is the Science Project Anatomy pillow. Who wouldn't want a little science class refresher course on their sofa?"
Wool felt background Applique made of Sensuede (made of recycled polyester, derived from both post-industrial and post-consumer sources, including PET soda and water bottles) Hidden zipper at bottom Pillow insert: 5% down/95% feather Sewn in the USA 17" H x 17" W $220 |
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Living and family rooms need candlelight too! These ornate little votive holders have a touch of the exotic. Pick up one of those big bags of tealights at IKEA to go with it so your friend will be able to use them every night for at least a year.
Mercury Glass Votive Holder - Set of 3
3" diameter x 3" high
$16
Mercury Glass Votive Holder - Set of 3
3" diameter x 3" high
$16
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This fireplace screen is functional and decorative. The design includes branches with birds and pine cones—a good pick for anyone with a fireplace that likes country style.
Matte black finish with dark brown highlights
Metal
38¾ W x 11¼ D x 32½"H
$49.99
Matte black finish with dark brown highlights
Metal
38¾ W x 11¼ D x 32½"H
$49.99
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This soft quilted blanket is great as a lap throw, or to cover a scratchy rug or hardwoods when little ones are ready to play on the floor.
Quilted on both sides and reversible
36" x 50"
$96.00
Quilted on both sides and reversible
36" x 50"
$96.00
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This frame works well in any kind of space; masculine, feminine, industrial loft, Hollywood Regency – you name it. Because most of us are too busy to back up our files, much less print and frame our digital pictures, personalize this frame by finding a photograph you know your giftee will enjoy, and put the whole thing together before wrapping it up.
Wood composition; tiled bone.
5.5" x 6.5" Frame holds 4" x 6" photo ($19.00)
7.5" x 7.25" Frame holds 5" x 8" photo ($24.00)
Wood composition; tiled bone.
5.5" x 6.5" Frame holds 4" x 6" photo ($19.00)
7.5" x 7.25" Frame holds 5" x 8" photo ($24.00)
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| This hand-forged pewter fireplace screen has a modern silhouette created in traditional style. It is free-standing and doesn't require the usual tri-fold set up. Coordinating fireplace tools sold separately.
Fireplace Screen: 39" W x 7.5" D x 34.5" H Crafted of hand-forged iron with a distressed pewter finish $169 |
by Simon Pearce
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I have to admit, I am such a huge Simon Pearce fan that I spent way too much time on the site trying to pick just one vase. I chose this Woodbury Flare Vase for its versatility, reasonable price and universal appeal.
H11" W5 3/4"
$145.00
Also in the Houzz Gift Guide:
40 great gifts for dining and entertaining
40 must-haves for the kitchen
40 stylish gifts for guys
Gift guide for spa lovers
H11" W5 3/4"
$145.00
Also in the Houzz Gift Guide:
40 great gifts for dining and entertaining
40 must-haves for the kitchen
40 stylish gifts for guys
Gift guide for spa lovers
Ideabook updated on Dec. 10, 2010.
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They'd make lovely gifts!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/62448669/vintage-glass-door-knob-photo-holder
Anny, they also have Marimekko pet beds - they have several of the classic Isola prints available, but I think UNIKKO will always be my favorite 'mekko print. Crate and Barrel has the rights to their fabrics and use them for a lot of bedding and shower curtains, and txtlarts.com will custom make all kinds of things in any Marimekko design. (Can you tell I've been sourcing it for years? I'm kind of a Marimekko nut!).