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A new retail store has opened in the Arts District of downtown Las Vegas.
Spilled Milk, a home décor store founded by interior designer Kori Cortez, is located at 1407 S. Commerce St. near Off the Threads and Alt Rebel vintage clothing stores.
In a news release, Cortez said she decided to open the store after she was laid off from her cybersecurity job at the end of 2023.
“I’ve always loved design, décor, and breathing new life into spaces,” Cortez said in a statement. “It’s something I did on the side because it also breathed new life into me. I’m good at security [cyber] but the shock of being stripped of my livelihood made me realize that it was time to take control of my own destiny and make this my full-time commitment. It’s a huge risk but as I’ve learned, so is having an employer.”
The shop offers modern home décor items ranging from home staples such as accent chairs and cabinets to items with more flair such as jaguar plant holders, modish crystalized barware, Parisian serving trays, wall art, sculpted pieces from London-based designer Abigail Ahern and exclusive pieces from local potter Stuck on Pottery.
“Las Vegas is unlike any other city in the world. I wanted to source unique pieces that bring style points to the modern home in an atypical way,” Cortez said.
The store is open six days a week, closed on Tuesdays.
The Arts District is continuing to grow, with hundreds of apartment units, many with retail space in the works, including Southern Land Co.’s 337-unit project under construction near the intersection of South 3rd Street and East California Avenue. Midtown, a mixed-use project, is being developed to the north of the district, and the Flats Arts District, a $180 million project could bring 311 units to the Arts District.
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What began as a small side hustle has evolved into one of the more popular online Etsy shops.
Noblesville couple Amie and Chris Knuckles created their online wood wall art and home décor business, Vintage Adventures, in 2015. In 2020, the business became a full-time venture when they launched the shop on Etsy, which – according to the Etsy analytics tool Erank – is in the top 2 percent of the platform’s sellers.
The couple, who have worked out of a garage at 936 Maple Ave. since 2021, created a key to the city for the late pop artist Jimmy Buffett in 2020, and one of their art pieces appeared in the 2022 movie “The Requin.”
“(When we started out) we both had really stressful (full-time) jobs, and going around to auctions and making things, it was fun, so it was like a hobby to start with,” Amie said. “We just enjoyed creating things. I never in a million years would have thought that this is what I would be doing. I was a director of nursing when this started. I never thought I would ever in a million years (run an art business).”
Initially, the Knuckles sold vintage furniture in a booth at the antique mall and eventually the Logan Village Mall. They started making and selling wall art after they decided to make art for their own walls in their booth space, which they thought were too bare. They started selling on Etsy after Chris lost his full-time IT job as a project manager during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“(Amie) came in the room, she’s like, ‘Let’s start an Etsy shop, it’ll be fun,’” Chris said. “And I always say that because every time we’re in here and we’re sweaty and we’re tired and exhausted, I’m like, ‘Let’s start an Etsy shop, it’ll be fun.’”
Although Amie devotes most of her time to the art business, she still works part time in a hospital.
Besides their Etsy shop, the Knuckles also have a website where they sell their art.
The Knuckles said their favorite part of their business is traveling, attending festivals, meeting people and the adventure of it all. They were invited to be a part of the Orange Beach Festival of Art in Orange Beach, Ala., March 9-10 and plan to attend more festivals this year.
“We’ve had a lot of great things happen to us over time,” Amie said. “When we get to the point where we start to doubt it, something really cool will happen that gets us to that next step and then we’re like, ‘Yeah, yeah, maybe this is what we’re supposed to do.’”
Amie and Chris said owning and operating Vintage Adventures is the highlight of their lives. They both take pride in their work.
“I look back on my (old full-time) career and think, ‘I did all that stuff but I didn’t do (anything). All I did was make some corporation more money or whatever, right?’” Chris said. “So, now, when I look at the stuff that we do (with our art business), it’s going to sound cheesy, but I feel like I’m leaving some sort of legacy, some part of me is still going to be around.”
Vintage Adventures owners Amie and Chris Knuckles create their wood art with lasers. They usually create a digital design and then use a CNC machine where a laser cuts a slab of wood into different pieces, according to the design.
Amie paints the pieces of wood, then the couple glues the pieces together and frame it.
Eventually, the couple plans make prints of the art that will be sold at a reduced price from the original pieces.
To find Vintage Adventures on Etsy, visit etsy.com/shop/VintageAdventuresLLC?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1027666500&from_page=listing.
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WEISSPORT, Pa. – A new destination for hand-crafted baskets, pillows, framed artwork, seasonal accents and other home furnishings is set to open this weekend in Carbon County.
Simple Home Pennsylvania, a store offering unique home decor and gifts, including many items made in the United States by artisans and crafters, will hold a grand opening at 11 a.m. March 2 at 500A Bridge St. in Weissport.
The business will operate near The Gorge Eatery in a renovated portion of the Hofford Mill, a late 19th century building that originally operated as a lumber mill.
Simple Home Pennsylvania owner Sarah Kuhn, of Lehighton, labels her new venture a “passion project” and hopes it will help to reinvigorate Weissport’s business scene.
Unlike many of the antique and consignment shops in the area, Simple Home Pennsylvania will carry “more modern and contemporary products,” Kuhn said.
“I’m really excited,” Kuhn said. “There’s not a lot of opportunity for people in Weissport and the surrounding area to shop this kind of way without having to go to Allentown or other places that are a half hour-plus away. The Gorge Eatery has had a lot to do with Weissport’s rebirth, and we’re hoping to help complement that.”
The store will feature a wide array of home decor items, including dried and artificial florals, vases and planters, wreaths and garland, and serving boards and trays.
Customers also will be able to shop throw blankets and pillows; scented items such as soaps, candles and diffusers; and kitchen products such as mugs, cannisters, dish towels, dinner napkins, oven gloves and natural acacia wood cooking utensils.
“We’ll also have some customized items that are local to the area, including pieces featuring Mauch Chunk Lake and Beltzville Lake,” Kuhn said.
With the help of her father, Kuhn renovated the roughly 1,000-square-foot space to include new flooring, counters, wall paint and more.
“My father has flipped a couple of houses in the past, and I’ve helped stage them and given him design ideas on how to remodel them,” Kuhn said. “He’s retired now and spent countless hours helping me remodel the space – making a custom fireplace, adding new flooring, everything.”
Customers also will be able to shop books, including cookbooks and selections in other genres such as how-to, self-help and decorating inspiration, along with “Support Local Farmers” and “Support American Farmers” sweatshirts.
“We’ve gotten a lot of interaction on our Facebook page regarding our support for local farmers and our clothing displaying those messages,” Huhn said. “There’s a lot of excitement for that.”
To celebrate its grand opening, Simple Home Pennsylvania will offer a door prize along with discount coupons (valid on March 2 only).
Going forward, store hours will be 5-8 p.m. Thursdays, 5-9 p.m. Fridays, noon to 9 p.m. Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays.
Customers also can shop online at simplehomepa.com and place orders for pickup or delivery within 10 miles of the store.
For the latest Simple Home Pennsylvania updates, follow the business’ pages on Facebook and Instagram.
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We’re in the final hours of Cyber Monday, but you can still deck your halls for the holidays with deals on home decor. Modern wall art or a patterned throw blanket can transform your living room just by adding some texture and color.
You can add wintry flair with a white pampas grass wreath that’s currently 63% off at CB2. Or get creative with your mood lighting and try the hexagonal Nanoleaf shapes: save $50 at Best Buy. For Christmas decorating ideas, we rounded up the best Christmas tree and holiday decor deals. You can also check out the best Cyber Monday furniture deals we’ve found across the internet.
There are still sales on tech, style, kitchen, and more, so we’re keeping our list of the best Cyber Monday deals updated through the end of the sale event.
Up to 50% off sitewide, plus an extra 50% on sale items
Etsy: Save up to 60% decor from small businesses and makers
H&M Home: 30% off everything
Jonathan Adler: Up to 40% off sitewide
Nordstrom: Up to 60% off throws, candles, bedding and more
One Kings Lane: Up to 50% off plus an extra 15% off orders over $700 with 15CYBER
Society6: Up to 70% of posters, minis and framed prints
Target: Up to 40% off various home decor
Urban Outfitters: 40% off sitewide
Wayfair: Up to 60% off seasonal decor
West Elm: Up to 70% off decor and furniture
World Market: Save up to 30% on furniture and decor
Anthropologie Rosalita Switch Plate
Anthropologie has some of the most detailed and lovely little switch plates, like these that add whimsy and cottage core vibes to even the simplest rental space. During Cyber Monday, you can take 30% off whether you need a single toggle switch or an outlet cover.
USTIDE Sunflower Rug Mat
A bold area rug adds color and warms up any room. This polyester microfiber rug comes with a non-slip backing. Get the all-time-low price on yellow, pink, and teal patterns.
The White Company Midnight Large Candle
This three-week candle has scent layers of vetivert, cardamom, and amber. The minimalist design and warming aromas will fit in with any decor. If the regular price seems steep for a candle, the current discount of over half off makes it more reasonable.
Frontgate Luxury Faux Fur Throw
Luscious and realistic-looking, the Frontgate Luxury Faux Fur Throws are a mix of modacrylic and polyester with a velvet polyester back. Varieties include Arctic hare, coyote, chinchilla, timberwolf, and lynx. The 50 by 70-inch blanket is $60 for Cyber Monday.
CB2 36-Inch Faux Ivory Pampas Grass Wreath
This fluffy, white wreath isn’t just for the holidays. The elegant pampas grass lends a winter accent to any room of the house. During Cyber Monday, you can get it for over half off.
Barefoot Dreams CozyChic™ Stripe Throw Blanket
Barefoot Dream’s CozyChic throws are a well-documented celebrity favorite. These soft and timeless blankets cozy up any corner. At over 65% off, this is a savings you’re not going to find anywhere else.
Capri Blue Blue Jean Faceted Jar
This candle combines citrus, white musk, and patchouli for a relaxing fragrance. The faceted lavender glass holder will add a hint of color to white bathrooms. The current 20% off is a deal we see often, but still a good one.
Nanoleaf Shapes (Hexagon)
Featuring a modular design, vibrant colors, and easy smart-home integration, the Nanoleaf Shapes system is fun and functional decor. Best Buy is offering 25% off during Cyber Monday: let this sale (and system) light up your home.
Pottery Barn Curtain Rain String Lights
Available in gold or silver, this curtain rain string light spans 72 inches wide and 72 inches long. Use it to add sparkle indoor or outdoor; just make sure to avoid contact with water. Take 25% off the usual price right now.
The Sill ZZ plant
The ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamifolia) is one of the toughest indoor houseplants and can survive even the most difficult situations, such as long periods without water. It’s just $51 during The Sill’s Cyber Monday sale event.
Lumens Adesso Lighting Bowery Arc Floor Lamp
If you’re looking to light a small nook or corner in your home the Bowery Arc Floor Lamp provides a warm, focused layer of lighting. The curved design of the lamp, as well as its marble base, adds a simple touch of decor. Save 20% on all colors: brushed steel, antique brass, and black.
Pottery Barn Linden Shelf
This modern, arched shelf has a tray base that can display several bathroom accessories and decorative objects. It can even be a convenient place to hold your phone while you shower. The antique bronze model is 30% off.
Ohad Modular Wood Wall Art
Not your average wall art. This modular piece is both cozy and contemporary, and it’s currently 30% off.
H&M Metal Candelabra
This gold candelabra makes for a gorgeous centerpiece, and it’s 70% off. Top with your favorite taper candles.
Korniful Tabletop Fire Pit
Bring holiday cheer indoors with this tabletop fireplace perfect for roasting chestnuts on an open fire (roasting sticks included). You can buy fuel separately to create a smokeless and odorless flame that adds instant ambiance.
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From the hundreds of responses we received from readers of all ages, these were the home design opinions (and reasons for them) that were too interesting not to share, all from folks in their 60s, 70s, and 80s. I’ll go ahead and admit: As a millennial, some of their reasons have never even crossed my mind.
And if you care to share your opinions on the trends below, regardless of your age, you can let us know what you think in the polls throughout this post!
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A dog owner has come up with an ingenious way to make an essential piece of dog care equipment blend into her home decor, and in half a day.
Anja recognized the necessity for a crate to give Cookie the Australian Labradoodle her own safe space. But the pet owner, who lives in Belgium with her husband and their dog, was dissatisfied with the crate’s appearance in her living room.
“I hated the ‘black cage’ in our living room, but Cookie really needs this as it is her own safe space to rest, ever since she was a puppy. So, my husband came up with the idea to cover it up,” she told Newsweek.
And with a bit of time and some DIY skills, the owners managed to upcycle the imposing item of dog equipment into a stylish piece of furniture.
Dog crates serve multiple purposes, giving dogs a secure environment for rest, training, and transportation. However, they have been subject to controversy, with critics raising concerns about prolonged confinement and potential misuse. Despite that, many dogs, like Cookie, find their crate to be a place of comfort.
Earlier this month a Shih-Poo called Cheddar melted hearts with the way he took himself back to his crate when he was done socializing.
Anja’s project involved using strips of birch plywood, attaching it to the edges of the crate, to give it a chic Scandi-style appearance alongside the couple’s couch.
“We don’t really know [the cost] actually since we used a lot of materials we already had,” Anja said, but she added that the entire transformation only took around 12 hours.
“It really blends in now; it doesn’t bother me anymore. And it’s a fun and not-so-difficult project to do yourself,” Anja said, encouraging others to give the dog crate DIY a try.
The couple aren’t the first owners to do custom DIY for their pet, like the Montana-based dog owner who made a custom tennis-ball catapult for his dog Olive to play fetch with. Some dogs have even been caught on camera helping out their humans with a bit of DIY.
Anja shared the project on her Instagram page @cookie_the_doodle_ where people have been left impressed with the idea.
“Looks so nice!” said one user. “Amazingly beautiful.”
While another viewer wrote: “Ooh it does match better in the interior.”
“Omg how did you do this?” said another. “Our crate is such an eye sore in our living room I would love to do that.”
Do you have impressive and inspiring DIY projects you’d like to share? We’re looking for the most creative and ingenious ones! Send them in to [email protected] and they could be featured on our site.
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Looking to give your home a bit of a facelift? As much as we love trendy décor pieces, we don’t love the hefty price tags that tend to come with them. So we were thrilled to find that Walmart has a ton of great deals on chic home décor pieces so you can live in the trendy space of your dreams — no matter your budget.
From throw pillows to area rugs, mirrors and more, check out the list below of our favorite pieces from Walmart, and grab your favorites in time to give your home a refresh for spring.
Shop this article: Phantoscope Pom Pom Velvet Series Decorative Throw Pillow, Better Homes & Gardens Indoor Carved Mid-Tone Brown Wood Decorative Dough Bowl and KUETH 5’x7′ Area Rugs for Living Room
Phantoscope Pom Pom Velvet Series Decorative Throw Pillow
Velvet furniture is super trendy right now — but if you can’t invest in a whole furniture piece, a throw pillow is the perfect way to get some of this luxurious fabric into your space. These cute two-packs come in nearly a dozen colors.
Better Homes & Gardens Indoor Carved Mid-Tone Brown Wood Decorative Dough Bowl
Store fruit, mail, your keys or anything else that needs a stylish home in this decorative carved wood bowl.
KUETH 5’x7′ Area Rugs for Living Room
These area rugs are low maintenance thanks to their low pile — and the fact that they’re machine-washable. Choose from eight available patterns to match your home’s aesthetic.
Neutype 32″x22″ Aluminum Alloy Wall Mount Rounded Corner Rectangular Mirror
This mirror will add light and subtle gold accents to any room — plus, its curved frame design is soft yet striking for an accent piece that’s sure to impress.
Crystal Art Gallery Round Woven Paper Rope Multicolor Wall Art Set of 3
Each of these three woven paper rope décor pieces is 12 inches wide. Arrange them on the same wall or hang them separately.
DR.Planzen 4 ft Artificial Olive Plants with Realistic Leaves and Natural Trunk
This 4-foot artificial olive tree has silk leaves for a realistic look. It comes in a black pot that you can place in another, more decorative container.
Mainstays Ombre Velvet Plush 50 X 60 Throw
Cozy up in this plush velvet throw blanket, woven in an ombre pattern that adds a subtle pop of color to any space.
Yanwe1 Ceramic Vases, Set of 2
These vases are a fun way to add modern, abstract art to a bookshelf or table top. This set of two gives you two sizes to arrange.
Thyme & Table Stoneware Serve Bowl
This dotted stoneware serving bowl has a gold rim that gives it an elevated look, along with a wide design perfect for serving salads, pasta and many other dishes.
Better Homes & Gardens Gold Modern Geometric 5″ x 6″ Tabletop Sculpture
Need a gold accent for your coffee table or entryway console? This geometric tabletop sculpture lends just a touch of visual interest to any space.
Better Homes & Gardens Large Natural Poly Rattan Open-Weave Round Basket
This large, open-weave basket is the perfect place to store throw pillows, extra blankets, magazines or anything else that needs to be organized, but not necessarily hidden away.
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Kim Duong is the senior shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, overseeing shopping coverage online for all things fashion, lifestyle, beauty, and sex. When she’s not musing about which products are actually worth your hard-earned cash, she’s also writing (sometimes slightly unhinged) fashion content in print. You can find her previous writing in Refinery29, InStyle, Travel + Leisure, and StyleCaster. Follow her on Instagram for bottomless cute dog content and did-that-really-happen-to-me story times in her highlights.
Hannah Chubb is the lifestyle editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things home, travel, food, health, career, and more. She spends pretty much every hour of every day curating the internet for the best new products, trends, and travel destinations. You can typically find her looking for houses she can’t afford on Zillow or Airbnb, planning her next meal before she gets to the restaurant, or taking all of the Justin Bieber classes over and over and over again on Peloton. Follow her on Instagram.
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