BEDKNOBS & BAUBLES

We Finally Upgraded Our Bedroom Lamps

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Purchasing new lamps for our bedroom was long overdue. As I get older, I’m pickier about the home items I buy. I want to invest in heirloom-quality pieces that I’ll love for decades to come — not just a quick replacement or cheap thrill. That takes a lot of time. It takes time to weed through hundreds of items online, read reviews, put together mood boards, and — perhaps most crucially — have a “cooling off” period to ensure that it’s really the right item.

I originally added these lamps to my Pinterest board at the beginning of my shopping journey, but continued to browse in case I fell in love with something else. And, yet, I came back to these. I’m a sucker for Schoolhouse’s designs and commitment to quality (cloth-covered cords seem to be rare these days), and I adore that the base is hand-blown glass crafted from vintage molds. It’s a perfect marriage of craftsmanship and design versatility. The hardest part was selecting the lampshade color, but I eventually selected the warmer hue of the natural burlap.

Schoolhouse Electric, Bond Lamp

To make sure I liked the lamps with the pieces I already owned, I put together a quick mockup (above). Fortunately, the IRL version turned out as great as I hoped based on my collage.

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On the Right Foot: 33 Decluttering Techniques, Charming Villages in the South of France, a Beautiful Home Tour & More!

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My warm-weather quilt (above) is now on sale! You can find the matching shams here.

West Elm now offers made-to-measure linen sheers. (I’m making this recommendation with a warning that, in my experience, laundering West Elm curtains will likely cause them to shrink — even if you adhere to the care tag’s recommendations.)

Sex and the City is coming to Netflix, along with a new round of criticism of Carrie — but does it matter if she’s the worst?

I just purchased the bag included in last week’s roundup. It’s the perfect size for weekend outings: generous enough for all of your essentials without being too large.

If you prefer woven totes, try this one.

Check out this beautiful home tour.

Now that spring is here, I’m sure you’re also thinking about decluttering your space. Here are 33 different techniques to try.

A selection of home finds in a wonderfully neutral color palette.

A cat residing at Foxglove Farm near the Appalachian Trail is gaining popularity for helping to guide hikers who stay at the Airbnb.

Five charming villages in the south of France.

Kitchen inspiration.

Loving the curved edges of this wood tray.

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The Coveted: Items I Love, Own, or Would Love to Own

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Monthly Home Decor Roundup

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On the Right Foot: Eclipse Lore, a Smart Decluttering Tip, the Rise and Fall of the Trad Wife & More!

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Above: Snapshots from Olbrich Botanical Gardens where signs of spring are starting to make an appearance.

Did you know that the word “eclipse” comes from the Greek word for “abandonment?” Read up on eclipse lore here.

This spring’s best cookbooks.

Florida’s best state parks.

I love J.Crew’s beach sweaters and the vibrant orange of this year’s version is perfection. It’ll be a fun pairing with the periwinkle-blue sunglasses I just ordered.

Tips for removing limescale from marble countertops.

The rise and fall of the trad wife.

Thirteen charming European cities worth a day trip.

What a beautiful little apartment. I especially love the simple bedroom design that still makes an impact.

A couple of inexpensive design finds: a softly sculptural wood bowl and an Art Deco-inspired salt and pepper shaker set.

If you’re starting to spring clean and declutter, try this tip of using a “last chance box” for items you’re unsure about.

Enjoy your week!

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