A few months ago HomeGoods came a lot closer to home. Hence the celebratory “holla” in the title of this post. Yeah, I’m psyched. The closest location used to be in Short Pump (about twenty five minutes from our house) but a new one recently opened right in Chesterfield Towne Center (a mall that’s about eight minutes from our door). Score. So we thought it would be fun to run around with our camera and take some photos of whatever caught our eye (just like we occasionally do at Target, Ikea, and even the other HomeGoods location). Let’s go virtual shopping, shall we?
This cheerful turquoise bench ($150) caught my attention right away. Apparently Mr. Pony likes it too. Only in HomeGoods can you take a photo like this. Seriously, a giant iron horse checking out a garden bench? Check.
These little grellow ottomans ($80) were cute and functional thanks to the pop off tops. They’d look so good in an all neutral room in lieu of a coffee table to shake things up and add some color.
The ones that got away were these white bowls ($3 for the small salad/cereal ones and $8 for the bigger ones). I’m in love with the faceted gemstone-like shape. Should’ve gotten those. Darn.
The aisle marker that said “Library Decor” had us laughing. You know, since everyone needs faux books and a magnifying glass for their library.
I liked this sweet mauve velvet and linen-esque pillow ($35):
This gorgeous stripey velvet guy had me drooling too ($30):
I almost took this guy home with me ($24), but I kind of have a pillow problem so I vowed to give them a rest for a while. Sniffle.
But I did take this $22 planter home with me. There’s not much in the way of scale when it comes to this pic, but it’s a huuuuge metallic bronzy-brown planter with tons o’ texture thanks to the wavy sculptural shapes around the side. I’m smitten. Photos to come when I find a final resting place for him (I figure he can house magazines or even rolls of wrapping paper in a gift wrapping corner- or a plant, duh).
Then we had some fun with a giant watering can:
Here’s my favorite little shopping partner. Her “Eggy” (a yellow egg from Easter) kept her happy the whole time that John and I snapped away. Smooches to Grandma (aka: Nonna) for introducing Clara and Eggy. They’re a shopping match made in heaven.
Along with my metallic planter we also got two $19 Ralph Lauren pillows for our bedroom (our pillows were all flat and easily over 5 years old- time for new ones):
John didn’t have a little yellow egg to keep him company, but he did have a little too much fun in the pet aisle. Check out his wearable cat carrier and “I heart my cat” mug. The best things about the cat carrier was that the box’s tagline was: “no pet left behind.” For some reason that had me snort laughing. Update: I’ve since been enlightened that these carriers are for saving animals in emergencies, and now completely understand and endorse their function – we have not one but two doggie-carrier bags for Burger – safety first!).
This cheerful yellow lantern ($17) had me at hello. Up on a mantel, the top of a console, or an armoire it could definitely add some happy to any room.
John and I both fell hard for this industrial meets rustuc Hooker table. But even though it was marked down to $299 from $699, it was still too rich for our blood. But it’s gorgeous and so inspiring. Maybe someday we’ll master the whole welding thing and DIY something. Oh to dream…
This mirrored table ($70) was really similar to this $199 one from West Elm. So glam… and so hard to photograph.
This $49 lamp kind of reminded us of the metallic round-based ones that we have on our console table (from Marshall’s). We’re just suckers for clean white drum shades up top and some textured metal sheen down below:
This $29 botanical canvas was kind of fun and oversized. It could be great in a bathroom where you’d worry about prints or photographs getting all clammy and wrinkled.
This giant capiz mirror ($129) would be one of those room-making things when hung over a fireplace or above an entryway console table. Anything capiz = my jam. Seriously, I’d drool over a capiz bust of Screech from Saved By The Bell. Make it capiz and I’m in.
This $129 chair was cool. I could picture it pulled up to a desk instead of a stuffy office chair for a totally inviting little bill-paying and laptop-trolling zone.
This cool Moroccan-inspired black pouf was $80, and I could definitely see it in any sort of living space to add texture and a splash of the exotic. It might even look cool in a nursery. I know that seems weird, but it would add plush sophistication without posing any sort of hazard since it’s squishy and baby friendly. I can picture it pulled up to a charming clean-lined glider with a floofy white flokati rug. Mmm.
So there you have it, a quick little virtual shopping spree through HomeGoods. Have you guys seen anything there that you’re loving lately? Have you snagged new bed pillows or a jumbo planter that you plan to use indoors? Do you read faux books in your library with a posh magnifying glass? Come on, somebody tell me they do.
Psst- We weren’t paid or perked for this post, we just like HomeGoods. Like a lot.
Cindy says
I feel pretty awesome now, because I own the “stripey velvet guy” in a similar but slightly different color. I think I got it on sale at JCP.
xo
Lindsay says
How did you guys miss the matching white reindeer in the library decor section??! I want those!!
Kristen @ Popcorn on the Stove says
I love that blue bench!
I actually just got home from a Home Goods (I’m on the hunt for a bird house I can convert to a card box for our wedding).
Michelle says
Have you tried Ross, Kristen? I was in a Ross near me (Philadelphia area) a week or two ago, and they had several bird cages that I thought were really sweet but didn’t know what I’d do with them.
Erin says
Oooh, I love that Hooker table!
That ikat chair has a companion storage ottoman living at the HomeGoods in Danbury, CT. I actually thought of you guys when I saw it, so it’s funny to see it pop up here!
Taylor @ TheProposalEnthusiast says
So sad that the closest Homegoods is 4+ hours away. But I really want those last two items you posted. The chair and ottoman are to die for!
Julie B says
Rustic Hooker **snort**
Your HomeGoods is more full of the awesomeness than ours. Better for my wallet, I suppose. Clara is too cute with her Eggy. We’re still looking for a shopping talisman for our 16 month old little bean.
Fernanda says
Lately I’ve been seeing some stylish and coloured rugs I would like to have. I also love white china.
Paula Jo says
I guess I need to make a trip to HomeGoods and see if they are selling this giant watering can here in our area too.
Jill says
Can I just say that your Home Goods kicks my Home Goods’ butt? I’m in Dallas and the closest one to me (10 minutes) seems to be lacking in the way of modern, contemporary furniture and accessories. I’m dying for those yellow lanterns, the mirrored table AND the blue/white chair! Want!
Anne @strawberryjampackedlife says
I have too many books already. I don’t think that I need FAKE books. I’ve been lusting after a pretty blue/gray rug like this one to go in our bedroom:
http://www.bing.com/shopping/fez-ii-area-rug-23×10-blue/p/3FF5AE3ED3BA1B174E58?q=Fez+II+Area+Rug+23×10+blue&lpf=0&lpq=morrocan%20blue%20rug&FORM=EGCA4&lppc=16
amanda says
Three cheers for HomeGoods…or as our little one calls it, “Goodies”. Our clostest is over an hour away…my wallet thanks them for keeping their distance.
Sarah Keller says
Speaking of pillows, I saw one at Burlington Coat Factory that matches your new dining room curtains EXACTLY. Same Ikat print, for $9.99. As goofy as it was to get excited over a pillow that matches somebody ELSE’S house, I couldn’t help myself and snapped a picture. (I have a pillow problem too… I even put them on shelves as decor). So anyway, I assume if you wanted a matching pillow you woulda made one, but if you’re interested I’ll pick it up for you! (P.S. I promise I’m not a total weirdo).
YoungHouseLove says
That’s too funny! Love it.
xo,
s
Heather @ REOlisticRenovation says
I NEED that bench for my entry way. Can you ship that to California for me? That would be great. :)
Amber says
I am surprised you were not drooling over that white ceramic looking deer in the fake book pic. Too cute!
It had me thinking of Christmas decorating. Oh, how I can’t wait for the holidays in all of it’s COOL weather glory! Las Vegas = HOT & HUMID mess today.
Lindsay says
I miss HomeGoods! All over the place in my last home (Los Angeles), but none near me in my new home, the northeast suburbs of Baltimore. Sigh.
P.S. Guess where I saw your dining room curtain fabric last night? On ABC Family’s Switched at Birth! (Another appropriate lead-in question: what is my new favorite guilty pleasure?) The family had a couch upholstered in the exact same fabric. Some set designer has good taste!
YoungHouseLove says
Woah – a whole sofa with that fabric? Amazing! I’ll have to tune in!
xo,
s
rachael says
Omagosh, I might have to go to a Homesense tonight now! Looks alot like what your Homegoods store carries.
Ps. Do I finally see a smidge of hair stickee-upees on Clara?
YoungHouseLove says
Just a smudge of peach fuzz! Haha.
xo,
s
Payal Thomas says
omg, i love home goods.. I love that blue chair you guys found.
Courtney says
I am bummed that I didn’t purchase the white ceramic horse head lamp (oh yea) last week. Alas, it’s gone. Love HG. My mother is a TJ Maxx/Home Goods fanatic (the employees know her by name) and she hums the old TJ commercial song while hunting in the store. “Never ever pay full price”
Kat says
OK the cat carrier is funny but I might actually purchase something like that. I keep thinking of natural disasters and how I would quickly evacuate with my teenage son, dog and cat. Or even leave my 3rd floor condo in a hurry in case of fire. It looks hands free to carry my beloved cat and still have something else important like my laptop or picture albums in my hands.
debbie says
Love HomeGoods! Thankfully there is one just 5 minutes away! I saw some beautiful white plates there the other day, they are shaped like brackets on the sides, like this: { }. So pretty!
Madelaine says
Was at my closest HomeGoods (2 hours) last week. Love any time I can get there. By the way, I have one of those cat carriers :) haven’t used it, yet.
Dana says
i’m dying over the cat-reverse-backpack. i’ve been joking to my bf that i’m looking for a bicycle basket for my kitty to ride along with me.. this would be even better. couldn’t you imagine shopping and passing by a stranger while you have clara in a sling and they have their “baby” attached to their front in this weird fabric cage? i kinda love it, but could never subject myself or cat to that
savuryandsweet says
dearest sherry: i’ve been so inspired by your blog i’ve started to take on projects that have been on the backburner for oh… the last five years. funny you should post on homegoods today. i had a bit of a trip yesterday. there’s one by my house (dangerous) and some days i can leave with my money in my wallet, other days i almost make my husband plotz when i tell him about the damage. i fell in love with two french-style oval chairs at restoration hardware (almost $300 a pop), and hours before i purchased them i saw them at HG for $130! i almost cried. then i proceeded to fill my basket with other wonderful tchotchkes such as an hour glass, decorative plates, a tiny cake stand with matching cloche. i was so pleased with my purchases i had to share. (p.s. your homegoods looks like it has some awesome loot!!!!) (p.p.s. we share the same anniversary! congrats to you two, we’re looking to recreate our wedding dinner on thursday, i’m sure you have something awesome planned too)
YoungHouseLove says
Love it! So glad those chairs found you at HG!
xo,
s
dana828 says
I just wish we had a HomeGoods closer than 4 hours away! I’m already looking forward to October when I’ll get to stop there on a road trip. For now, TJ Maxx will have to do. I just found a great gray tweed ottoman for $40, and of course when I went back for another (hubby insisted we needed 2), they were all gone. :(
Tania says
Oh… I’m so jealous. The only national home/furniture store we have in Hawaii is Pier One and honestly, we’re all a litte sick of it.
I long to have an Ikea, CB2 or West Elm. Now you can add Homegoods to that list. Although, I’d mix things up with vintage, diy and more unique pieces, nice to have those options for building blocks or basic items.
Ditto on the industrial table, I’d get it if you love it that much.
YoungHouseLove says
On the bright side, you live in Hawaii! Maybe we should trade lives for a week? You can shop our stores and we’ll go on a Hawaiian adventure!
-John
DanielleR says
We have a Homegoods, a Marshall’s and a TJ Maxx about 20 mins from our house all clumped in the same area. It’s ahhhhhmazing! :)
Nevin says
What a kawinky dink! A friend recommended Home Goods to me today as a place to find frames to turn into bathroom mirrors! It was my lucky day ~ they had 2 black frames with corkboard inside – great molding! SOLD – off tomorrow to get the ole plate glass mirror cut into 2 pieces for the frames. I am falling in love with the place!
kelly says
My hubs and I fell hard for basically the same hooker shelves! We found a console height long bookshelf that was gorgeous, but $500. It was a while ago…but I thought you should know I was feeling jealous of your awesome console project and then, when in HG, I stumbled across the console and I figured it would fill that void!
We did not end up with the console though, because like you, it was too spendy.
Kelly Anne says
I NEED THAT WEARABLE PET CARRIER! And I’m only partly joking. Due to scheduling conflicts, my cat needs to accompany me when I view apartments in NYC. My landlord already thinks I’m crazy, so this would really drive the point home. Sadly, I would also never get approved for a lease. I’ll stick with my pink polka-dot small dog bag for transporting me feline friend…
Rachel Tatem says
I like your humorous commentary while shopping. I really like some of those pillows. Great lamp!
Emily says
Yall really do have great taste.
Patti says
You guys make me wanna shop! The turquoise bench and the yellow lantern would really brighten up my backyard! HomeGoods is the best. Btw, I’m just curious…is ‘Short Pump’ the actual name of a town near you or is that some sort of weird nickname?
YoungHouseLove says
Sadly Short Pump is the real name of the area – though I don’t think it’s an actual mailing address, just the moniker for that area of town. The sadder thing is that it no longer sounds weird to us.
Here’s further proof too: http://www.shortpumpmall.com/
-John
birdie to be says
Great finds! I absolutely LOVE Home Goods!!!
anne says
That looks like a fun trip! BTW, cure for old flat pillows, put two of them inside a zippered pillow case/liner.
Stephanie says
“Library Decor”?!?! I love it!!! I don’t think there’s a Home Goods anywhere near me, but if it turns out I’m wrong and there IS, I’m going, and I’m making a beeline for the Library Decor aisle. My library is teeny-tiny and doubles as a music room/den, but it has dark wood paneling and built-in bookcases, so it’s very library-esqe and would clearly benefit from some official “library decor.” :-D
kate says
A) Clara is ree-diculously adorable.
B) I am so jealous that you get to go “fun” shop as your job.
amazeballs.
Carrie says
Now I am coveting that white ceramic reindeer in the library decor section! Random? Yes.
Becky says
I’m drooling just looking at the pictures. We don’t have one anywhere near us and I’ve never been to one. I hear lots of great things about the store in blogland though. I must admit I’m sooooo jealous!
Necole says
I was having to drive 30 minutes to get to a Home Goods Store, now there is one not 10 minutes from my house. Time to start a special “Home Goods” account!
Kristal says
I <3 Homegoods SO much! My closest store is only about 2-1/2 miles from my house. Lucky me :) I am in love with the turquoise bench, white bowls, yellow lantern, and blue chair. So summery and cute–great finds!
Plein Jane says
You are better people than I. I would have been running out of the store with that rustic table without a second thought — but then having second thoughts about an hour later. It’s so cool, though!
Nancy says
I’m rather surprised you didn’t buy the pony and paint him white! He’d be perfect on your revamped front porch. Or perhaps out near the new trees?
YoungHouseLove says
Haha, he would have been adorable on our porch or patio – but I’m not sure he would fit in the car…
xo,
s
Sarah says
I want that blue chair! lol Gotta plan a trip to Home Goods this weekend! Although I always find that it’s too busy on the weekend and all the good stuff is gone. What day of the week did you go?
YoungHouseLove says
It was a Wednesday evening. Hope it helps!
xo,
s
Ashley says
I have those same bowls but in three different serving sizes, I love them!
I also fell for the Hooker (ha!) table over the weekend, it was hard to pass up :(
Kit @DIYdiva says
Regarding the hooker table, they have similar “Aiden” tables at World Market (here) that are somewhat cheaper. I was hoping to DIY something similar for a bathroom vanity, and I think if you had the pieces you could do it without welding since it’s basically just bolted together. Angle iron is pretty easy to come by but I couldn’t, for the life of me, find something to use as the corner plates.
kate says
I’m a native Richmonder and have been reading your blog for a few months. This is my first comment but I couldn’t resist telling you that I call my grandma Nonna too – we may be the only folks in Richmond that do that!
YoungHouseLove says
Too funny! Love it.
xo,
s
Lauren | Myers Maison says
Home Goods is like Target to me, impossible to walk out empty handed and impossible to buy only what you have on your list!
When you take pictures in stores, do you ask an employee if it’s okay or do you just snap away and hope that no one stops you?
YoungHouseLove says
I just take photos (and figure if there’s a policy against it they’ll sweetly ask me to stop). These days I think stores might not have the no-picture-taking rules that they used to (I’ve only been asked not to take photos at a Restoration Hardware Outlet about a year ago. Everywhere else seems totally down with it – from Lowe’s and Home Depot to Pottery Barn and Target!
xo,
s
Joyce says
Im still giggling at the cat carier…cant imagine either of my cats would enjoy that!
Jenny says
I just recently discovered your blog. It is fabulous! We also live in a mid-century rancher. My husband and I both find your posts inspirational. After 10 years and 2 kids, we have accepted that our home will forever be a work in progress. Thanks for helping us to “enjoy the ride.” Keep up the great work!
Laura says
I live a mile from the nearest Home Goods. This is NOT good news for my bank account! I found plastic bow tie wine charms there a few months back, but then had to drop everything (literally) and run home because my house alarm was going off and the security system dispatched police. Good news is there was no burglar and I accidentally left a door open. Bad news is that I lost out on my bow tie wine charms. *sigh* :(