A chic throw pillow will give an instant face-lift to even the shabbiest of sofas and chairs. At the same time, you can easily swap out your throw pillows to give your seating a whole new look. As it turns out, you can snag plenty of decorative pillows made from luxurious designer fabrics on Etsy. I've rounded up a few of my favorites for you. Read more

We recently swung by the Fall press previews for Crate & Barrel, CB2, and Land of Nod, and were utterly delighted by the new Fall lines. Most of these pieces won't be available until July, so you're getting an exclusive peek at what to expect from these companies in the coming months — make sure to bookmark your favorites so you can look for them online or in-store after July. Here are some Read more

My living room needed an overhaul, so recently we scraped together what we could to purchase two new sofas. They're my dream pieces, but their spare mid-century design screamed for a little adornment, and our investment left little in the way of a budget for throw pillows. Additionally, I forgot to account for the cost of what seemed to be simple decor items (often $100 or more) and the fact that Read more

In fashion and interior design, polka dots have been on an upward trend. If you're eager to add this look to your home, you could always buy a dot-patterned throw pillow (this Kate Spade pillow has a great minimalist take on the polka dot pattern). However, if you have a little extra time, why not challenge yourself with some fascinating projects instead? From polka-dot wall art to party decor Read more

Does your kid's room need a lil decorative update? Try a cool pillow, perfect to jazz up that glider, perk up a bed, or just to make your lil lady or guy smile with its whimsy. Modern, kid-friendly throw pillows from fave children's stores like Land of Nod and Serena and Lily — and from smaller labels sold on Etsy — are a small way to make a big style impact . . . and give your babe a sweet Read more

My favorite rooms always seem to be inspired by whatever colors I'm currently obsessing over. While I could happily reside in a space that's drenched in color, I realize some people prefer to use it more sparingly in their design. When we think of adding pops of color, though, the obvious route always seems to lead back to a throw pillow or accent chair. I'm preferring more innovative versions of Read more

Is the Winter season leaving you with a feeling of wanderlust? Indulge your travel dreams by decorating with maps. Whether you'd like to cover an entire wall, a small coffee table, or just a throw pillow, we've rounded up some of the best map decor — plus a handful of clever DIY map design projects. Take a look and decide whether the globe-trotting trend is for you. Read more

Ditch the überfancy dinner this Valentine's day and enjoy your meal on the floor! Throw down a big comfy blanket and lots of pillows to turn your living room into a romantic indoor picnic (or if you want to get really creative, build a fort for two!). Play a classic romantic movie (we suggest An Affair to Remember or Casablanca) on your laptop and serve a picnic-inspired menu, loaded with Read more

Christiana Coop, co-owner of Hygge & West and Ferm Living Shop has a chic style that I've admired for several years. This year, she's sharing some of her favorite ideas for holiday gifts, inspired by, in her words, "animal.ish" designs and cozy wool. Of the wool pieces, she notes, "I love the coziness of wool and think it makes a great gift. Living in San Francisco, I actually get to enjoy it Read more

A longtime lover of the arts, Scott Hill worked odd jobs at galleries and played with his rock band, the Heroine Sheiks, before landing a freelance gig building retail windows at Ralph Lauren. Passionate and undeniably talented, he became the director of creative resourcing and design for the company before eventually opening his own store, Old Village Hall, in upstate New York in 2004. Five Read more