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Pretty Things for Everyday Use 🏡
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Lillie Colbert
I got tired of hiding the ugly stuff in drawers. Now everything on my counter or shelf looks intentional. These are the functional pieces that actually make me smile when I walk by.
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Kitchen Counter Keepers
 
Desk & Office Pieces 🖊️
 
Bathroom Upgrades
 
Living Room Details
 
Bedroom Nightstand 🌙

Kitchen Counter Keepers

My kitchen counter used to look like a warehouse. These pieces sit out all day and somehow make cooking feel fancier without trying.

 
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replaced my plastic cup full of spatulas with this and it just looks RIGHT.
Threshold Kitchen Utensil Holder - Wire & Stoneware
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pinch salt like a chef 🧂 the wood lid is so satisfying to flip open
Hearth & Hand Cellar | Salt & Pepper, Butter ...
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no more greasy plastic bottles on display. finally.
Olive Oil Dispensers - Glass & Ceramic Options
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clear glass with a matte pump. cost almost nothing but looks expensive
Room Essentials Soap Dispensers: Ivory, White, Gray, & More
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I leave this leaning against the backsplash when I'm not using it. doubles as decor honestly 🪵
Hearth & Hand Cutting Boards
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such a small thing but my stovetop stays clean now
Threshold Spoon Rests - Stoneware, Marble & Wood Utensil Holders
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Desk & Office Pieces 🖊️

I work from home and stare at my desk 8 hours a day. Everything on it better look nice or I lose my mind.

 
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heavy, solid, doesn't tip. perfect for pens and scissors
Wire Pencil Cup Gold - Threshold
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got this for paperclips and sticky notes. the color options are really good
Sugar Paper Essentials Organizer and Notebook Rose
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stopped checking my phone for the time. less distracting this way ⏰
Hearth & Hand Clocks
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I toss my keys, wallet, and airpods here every day. keeps things from wandering.
threshold ceramic tray
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hides cables behind my monitor. looks intentional too
Storage Baskets Room Essentials | Decorative & Functional
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do I need a paperweight? no. does it look cool? absolutely.
Threshold Glass Containers | Storage & Decor Options
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Bathroom Upgrades

Swapped out every plastic thing in my bathroom one piece at a time. The whole vibe changed and it barely cost anything.

 
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for toothbrushes. heavy enough that it won't get knocked over 🪥
Stoneware : Tumblers
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water drains off and it doesn't get that gross buildup
Marble Soap Dish White - Threshold
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hides the ugly cardboard box. such a simple fix
Magnolia Tissue Box Covers
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I keep cotton balls in here. my friend thought it was from a boutique lol
Hearth & Hand Magnolia Glass Cookie Jar
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matte black finish. installed it myself in like ten minutes
Threshold Towel Rings
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phone, candle, drink. everything stays dry and within reach 🛁
Expandable Bath Tray: Bamboo, Plastic & Resin Options
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Living Room Details

These are the little things guests always comment on. Nobody notices a plain room but they definitely notice a thoughtful one.

 
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I don't read these. they just sit on my coffee table looking pretty and I'm okay with that.
The Door in the Wall Books & Wall Art | Threshold™
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pair of these on the mantle. instant warmth 🕯️
Brass Taper Holders | Candle Holders Set
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keeps fresh flowers alive longer than my old glass one somehow
Threshold Ceramic Vases & Lamps | Tabletop Decor
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fruit bowl during the week. snack bowl on weekends.
Opalhouse Bowls: Durable & Stylish Options
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thin profile, doesn't overpower the photo. exactly what I wanted
Project 62 Gallery Frames | Metal & Float Options
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finally stopped ruining my coffee table with water rings
Woven Coasters | Round Jute & Cotton Coasters
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Bedroom Nightstand 🌙

My nightstand was a mess of cords and random stuff. Now it actually feels calm when I look over before falling asleep.

 
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rings, watch, chapstick. everything goes here before bed
Catch All Dish | Ceramic, Glass, Plastic & Metal Options
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warm light, simple shape. I sleep better with soft lighting before bed
Threshold Ceramic Table Lamps | Styles & Sizes
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no screen glowing at me. just quiet analog vibes
Hearth & Hand Clocks - Table & Wall ...
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water right there when I wake up thirsty at 3am 💧
Threshold Carafe Collection: Glass & More
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lavender. burn it for ten minutes before sleep and I'm out cold
Soy Candles Opalhouse: Glass Jar, Soy Wax Blend
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tucks under the nightstand. holds books and chargers out of sight
Room Essentials - Fabric Bins & Storage Solutions
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