17 essays
The Hunt
The thrill of the find without the markup. Naomi shares her Brooklyn flea market rules, actual thrift store home decor scores, and honest breakdowns of what she really spends versus what Instagram pretends things cost. Learn what to buy secondhand and what to leave on the curb.
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Indoor Suspended Chair Ideas That Actually Work in a Real HomeIndoor suspended chair ideas for renters and homeowners, with honest sizing advice, thrift...
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Nov 11, 2026
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How to Find a French Country Dining Table Without Blowing Your BudgetFind a French country dining table that feels collected, sturdy, and lived-in. My thrift-t...
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Nov 10, 2026
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Best Wood for Cabinets: What I’d Actually Choose on a BudgetBest wood for cabinets: compare oak, maple, cherry, and birch by price, durability, and fi...
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Nov 09, 2026
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Antique Round Dining Room Tables: How to Find One That WorksAntique round dining room tables can make a small home feel generous. Learn how to spot qu...
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Nov 03, 2026
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Can You Paint Over Polyurethane? My No-Nonsense Furniture MethodCan you paint over polyurethane? Yes, but only with the right cleaning, sanding, primer, a...
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Oct 31, 2026
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How to Refinish Furniture Without Wrecking a Good Thrift FindLearn how to refinish furniture without wasting money on bad brushes, wrong paint, or endl...
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Sep 26, 2026
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Best Tips for Seasonal Home Decor That Do Not Look Like a Store DisplayBest tips for seasonal home decor from a thrift-first decorator: affordable swaps, honest ...
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Sep 25, 2026
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Bows with Lace: The Thrift-Friendly Way to Decorate Without Looking FussyBows with lace can make a room feel collected, not precious. Learn where to use them, what...
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Sep 24, 2026
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Pfaltzgraff Dishes Vintage: How to Find the Good OnesPfaltzgraff dishes vintage can bring color and history to your table. Learn how to identif...
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Sep 23, 2026
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