I've been seeing the folks from Circa Ceramics on the art and craft show circuit for some time. I also see a lot of Circa Ceramics' pieces featured in Chicago house tours. Their colorful handmade ceramics are just what the doctor ordered for brightening up a dull table, kitchen counter or desktop. More

I'm not huge in theme-y themed things, so I like the idea of holiday table linens that have life longer than one day a year. This color palette takes you well into the season, but doesn't feature the requisite spiders or autumn leaves.

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Duralex Picardie glasses are loved for their simplicity and durability. When I decided to replace my family's drinkware with the classic tempered glasses I was surprised to learn that they come in eight sizes, including a 3.25 ounce glass that's perfect for toddlers. More

Colorful teapots and coffee infusers make drinks both delicious and good looking. Whether you're brewing for one or a party of twelve, these bright containers make ordinary days more fun and festive. More

Store personal treasures or stash sweets inside these fun boxes. Ranging from classic glam to whimsical, they're great places to store little travel mementos, baubles and even candy. Alternatively, add a bit of fun to your desk by using one to hold small office supplies like paperclips or sticky notes. More

Finnish design company Iittala, which got its start making chemist's bottles in the 1880s, has endured thanks to their expertly made, simply elegant, beautifully useful glass products.

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After seeing the "plastic soup" accumulating in the Maas River near her hometown of Rotterdam, Dutch designer Foekje Fleur van Duin found beauty where no one else did — in the fading colors and shapes of nondescript bottles floating in the water. More

Vases are a great way to add personality to a room. Much in the way that jewelry can enhance an outfit, vases are like accessories for your home. The best kind of vase is one that you love with or without flowers and that can stand on its own — making the table where it sits more beautiful for its presence. More

Woodland creatures rendered in black and gold are not just signatures of PATCH NYC's Shops at Target collection — it's a regular theme for partners Don Carney & John Ross, who have a charming courtyard shop and studio filled with their signature artwork, décor, and accessory collections that mix nature and travel with a touch of the macabre. More

In the past, whenever I've moved, the bathroom's one of the few rooms in the house that is always refurnished. By the time I moved everything feels so tired and used, and bathroom styles and colors vary so widely from house to house, so I never want to spend a ton of money. Whether you're moving into new digs, or gearing up for your first bathroom, these essentials will get you started without breaking the bank — everything is under $40. More