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1. A glass table lamp with such a unique, gem-like look it will instantly become a conversation piece. This cool, quirky pastel pink one is my particular favorite.
2. A gorgeous area rug that has slightly muted hues of navy and orange so it offers a splash of color without being too loud. Its distressed, vintage-inspired look makes it the perfect addition to a heavily trafficked hallway, kitchen or living room (bonus: It also conveniently camouflages the pet hair that you can never seem to escape).
3. A wooden bench to place in your entryway, giving the foyer a little less "blahh" and a little more "ahhh." It'll serve as the perfect spot to take off your heels when you get home or to throw your things when you get home after a rough day for dramatic effect.
4. A lift-top coffee table that provides more storage space so you don't have to keep saying "sorry for the mess" every time someone comes over. Any mail, snacks, magazines or remotes can be quickly stashed away to make the place look cleaner than ever in a pinch.
5. A wine glass and bottle rack that will impress all of your friends with your wine and cocktail knowledge as well as your own at-home collection. Plus, it will neatly stow away all of your bevs, mixers and vessels while looking like a fancy cocktail bar.
6. A round wall mirror that can act as a gorgeous space-filler for a bare wall while also providing you with the perfect spot for a pre-dinner mirror selfie before you head out the door.
7. An upholstered ottoman with so many uses that you will be obnoxiously pointing them out to every guest. Whether you use it for an extra seat, more storage, a side table or to place your feet after a long day, this colorful velvet gem will do it all and look good while doing it.
8. A rolling kitchen island with a farmhouse look that will add warmth to your kitchen. The rolling feature provides you with the ability to get your chopping done away from the rest of the counter, keeping everyone else prepping safe from the wrath of onions.
9. A Keurig coffee machine that will function as both a kitchen improvement and as your best friend when you need a cup of joe ASAP. Bonus: It's small enough to not take up too much space on the counter and comes in this cute mint green color.
10. A wall decor piece from Kelly Clarkson's line if you want to give life to your walls with minimal effort. This art piece will look strategic and will give energy to those bare walls with its intricate, textured design.
11. A pair of velvet pom-pom pillows to add to the colorful layers of any room. This plush pair can act as a team to hold you upright for movie night (so you're not too comfy that you sleep through it *cough cough*) or more simply as decorative bed pillows.
12. A fresh shower curtain because bathrooms can be a chaotic place due to the mishmash of colors from various soaps, shampoos, lotions and loofas all clashing. Having a nice solid shower curtain can work as a blank slate and bring some serenity to the disorder.
13. A writing desk to encourage creativity and provide a real WFH space. Get more things done once you've actually carved out a space for it, or at least make it look like you're getting work done.
14. A set of tabletop canisters that can make your dry stock and kitchen supplies look enviably organized. If you're like us and you're literally always moving things around to look for the right tool in the kitchen, take solace in this easy solution that will make them impossible to miss.
15. A new set of bath rugs to give that post-shower pep-in-your-step a little more cushioning each day. They will make your bathroom look like a professional picked them out, even though it was the internet.
16. An accent chair that comes complete with a matching ottoman and looks so good you might not want to sit on it. However, it also feels so good that you'll definitely have to sit on it.
17. A corner mounted bookshelf for turning that unused corner in your living room into something a little more decorative and useful than a meetup spot for dust bunnies.
18. A decorative mirrored tray that brings elegance and order to living room knickknacks like remotes. Strategically place candles, books, and vases together on this gorgeous tray and you'll make just about anything on it look intentional.
19. A vinyl cabinet to set the mood for a Friday night get-together or for Sunday chores. Create a new sonic landscape in your parlor room and finally put your turntable and all of your records on display.
20. A mounted coat rack that will be your best friend for the remainder of this winter. With this cute and handy storage solution, gone are the days of scrambling to make room in your coat closet (aka that accent chair in your living room) for every guest that comes over.
21. A set of Roman shades for your windows that look much more expensive than they are and can block out just the right amount of light.
22. A mid-century style pet bed for your best furry pal that doesn't look out of place among all your other well-picked furniture. Without breaking the bank, you can give them a comfortable spot to sleep in the living room that doesn't look like an afterthought or a solution to fur on the couch, like most pet beds do.
23. A five-piece bathroom accessory set that can organize all of your bathroom essentials in a way that looks very sleek and modern. This set is the epitome of a simple but impactful upgrade.
24. A set of decorative books to place on a coffee table or credenza, adding an artsy element even if you can't afford the paintings and photographs featured inside. It will double as a mindless flipping-through during the football game or will take your eyes away from the various screens we're so affixed to, even if just for a few minutes.
25. A shoe rack for the entryway to hopefully offer a wordless exchange between guests on where you'd like their shoes to go (aka not on their feet).
26. A welcome mat that will grab the attention of your guests even before they step inside. It's an easy and effective way to show off even the smallest details you've so meticulously chosen for your home right off the bat.
27. A floating nightstand that can fool anyone and everyone into thinking it's some impressive architectural feature and not the inexpensive and easy DIY addition that it really is.
28. A mounted jewelry armoire to actually have all your necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings neatly organized so you're not constantly untangling everything in search of one specific piece. It also locks if you tend to be extra cautious and protective over your most sentimental family heirlooms.
29. A photo frame for taking the Kodak moments out of storage and happily displaying them for all your guests to see. You pick the memories to show off and let these frames bring the photos to life.
30. A faux fur throw to drape over your living room furniture or at the foot of your bed. It will give off mature and sophisticated vibes, but most importantly, it will provide comfort for your poor toes when they're freezing and the episode isn't even 15 minutes in yet.
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