by Furnishly | Jan 18, 2026 | Design Inspiration, Style
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Even if you live a busy, active life, you probably find yourself moving a bit more slowly in the winter months. It gets dark early, which inherently makes you feel a bit more sluggish, and the cold, wind, rain, and snow can be hard to bear. On top of all that, it’s also cold and flu season. So, it’s no wonder most people spend more time at home this time of year.
Sitting around inside all day can make you feel glum, but it doesn’t have to! It can also be a chance to discover new ways to love being in your own home. One way to do that is by making your everyday routine a bit more special — like making your usual tea in a cute new teapot from IKEA.
What Is the IKEA SKEDSTOR Teapot?
Priced at $24.99, the SKEDSTOR teapot from IKEA has a “modern Scandinavian design” that combines sunny colors, geometric shapes, metal accents, and curved lines. It’s cuter and more unique-looking than most teapots I’ve seen — it’ll look great in the middle of a table or sitting out in the kitchen — and it holds 34 ounces of liquid, so you’ll get four 8-ounce cups of tea out of it. And although it’s made from attractive glazed stoneware, you can actually put it in the dishwasher.
Inside the teapot, you’ll find a removable stainless steel infuser, which you fill with the tea of your choice. It’s meant for loose-leaf tea, but you could also put tea bags in there (or take the tea out of the bags) if that’s what you have or prefer. Just don’t heat it over the stove; you’re meant to boil water separately, then pour the water into the teapot.
Why This Cheery Teapot Is Perfect for Wintertime
If you’re already a big tea drinker, then a fun new teapot can be a nice way to treat yourself — especially if you want to start drinking more loose-leaf tea. If you don’t drink tea much, then the playful design of this teapot could inspire you to try it more often. Because it makes multiple cups of tea at once, you could even have a few friends over for tea time or turn your next roommate movie night into an extra-cozy experience.
The cheery teapot is “one of the best purchases I’ve made,” writes Alex, a reviewer on IKEA’s website. It “not only works great,” but “its fun pattern and colors make me happy every day when I use it.” When it gets dark at 4 p.m. and the air is always frigid, you need all the extra happiness you can get.
by Furnishly | Jan 15, 2026 | Design Inspiration, Style
Estate sales, yard sales, and antique shops were regular weekend destinations for my brother and me as kids. My parents, always on the hunt for period-appropriate decor for our Staten Island 19th-century house, made sure of it. Since then, I’ve had a love for home design and…read more
by Furnishly | Jan 15, 2026 | Design Inspiration, Style
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From designer bags to LEGO sets, most of us have some sort of hobby or collection that takes up a lot of real estate. For me, it’s perfume. I have a moderately sized perfume collection that is continuously growing (much to my wallet’s dismay), and I realized it needed a designated home.
I didn’t want to hide my beautiful bottles away, and I also wanted to be able to easily access them, so the medicine cabinet was not an option. So I set off in search of a chic yet inexpensive way to display my prized possessions — and I found my inspiration (where else?) on TikTok.
In my search, I stumbled across this post from Gianna Butler, a Los Angeles-based creator with the same problem (and taste!) as mine. “I found an inspo picture on Pinterest and figured I could totally find something similar [by] thrifting or scrolling through Facebook Marketplace,” Butler told me. After weeks of searching, Butler was able to snag a stunning vintage spice rack for just $15 on Facebook Marketplace.
How I Turned a Thrifted Spice Rack into a Perfume Display
My own style definitely leans vintage too, so this was the perfect solution. I love the idea of giving an old piece a new life — and a new purpose. “The woman selling the spice rack told me this was a special piece; it had been her mother’s, and she was hoping it would go to a good home,” said Butler. “It was meant to be.” So, armed with inspiration and a mission, I headed to the thrift store myself.
Luckily for me, I didn’t have to search for long. In the home aisle, I found this gorgeous vintage mango-wood spice rack — and for just $12! I promptly checked out and headed home, eager to style my new score. I was a little nervous about whether or not the bottles would fit — most perfumes come in 1-ounce, 1.7-ounce, and 3.4-ounce bottles, with a typical maximum height of around 4.5 inches, which is similar to most spices — but my collection fits perfectly.
I am so thrilled with how this unassuming, inexpensive thrift find became a statement piece in my bedroom. The stunning, dark-stained wood makes the glass bottles pop, and definitely nails that vintage vibe I always strive for when decorating. My collection brings me so much joy, and even more so now that I get to see it every day.
If you’re also looking for a way to display a collection of yours, consider a spice rack! Thrift stores and online marketplaces are filled with pieces just like the ones Gianna and I found. If you’d rather skip the thrift store, though, this trinket shelf from Urban Outfitters has a very similar look. It’ll cost you more, of course, but it definitely still has that vintage vibe I love.
by Furnishly | Jan 13, 2026 | Design Inspiration, Style
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I’d love to be one of those people with a pristine WFH setup. But alas, my desktop is constantly littered with clutter. There are a lot of useful desk organizers out there, but I was hoping to find one that’ll bring style to my work space in addition to tidiness. And I think I found it in the LEGO 4-Stud Brick Drawer. More than a place to stow tiny LEGO pieces, it might be the cutest desktop storage solution I’ve seen in awhile.
I’m already a fan of the LEGO Botanical Sets (they double as decor!) so it’s only fitting that I add some of the Danish brand’s iconic whimsy to my desktop, too. If you’re looking to add a bit of playful organization to your workspace, keep reading.
What Is the LEGO 4-Stud Brick Drawer?
It’s a fun and functional way to bring tidiness to your desktop. Measuring 9x9x7 inches, this stackable storage drawer fits comfortably on cramped desks or bookshelves. It’s a great place to stash small items that can quickly clutter your workspace, like pens, highlighters, sticky notes, and more.
Thanks to LEGO’s iconic studded design, you can use the modular drawer to build your own custom storage system. Stack several brick drawers, or pair them with other LEGO storage pieces like the 8-Stud Storage Brick — just like with the brand’s building blocks, the possibilities are endless. The 4-Stud Brick Drawer is available in punchy red and blue colorways, so you can bring some bold dopamine decor to your desk.
I mean, just look at it! It’s adorable, with a bright, playful design that would bring a welcome dose of whimsy to any WFH setup. These modular drawers are also incredibly versatile; I’m confident you could configure them in any number of ways to create a custom system for your unique storage needs.
Speaking of storage needs, the LEGO Brick Drawer seems like a super-promising way to keep my desktop clutter in check. It’s actually such a smart way to keep small desk accessories in one place for a clear work surface. Less mess, more productivity!
And if your desktop isn’t the issue, I could just as well see the LEGO drawer on a bedroom dresser to store jewelry and accessories, or in the bathroom for cotton swabs, dental floss, and the like. The bottom line is that you have options — and, most importantly, you can have fun while getting organized. I’ll take two!
by Furnishly | Dec 16, 2025 | Design Inspiration, Furniture, Style
In my role at Apartment Therapy, I’m most passionate about making my home look beautiful and organized and helping our readers do the same — often at a discount. Although I cover my fair share of newsy pieces, my work focuses on long-form service articles that help our audience…read more
