New Boho-Inspired Stool for the Foyer

Like the ‘slow’ movements out there which encourage us to slow down, smell the roses, and appreciate the things around us, my approach to decorating is pretty much the same: methodical, evolving and – well – just plain slow 😉  While I can appreciate those rare times when I’ve needed to make a few fast and big purchases    (like the time we first moved into our home and had no appliances – eek! ), most of the time, I prefer to take my time in picking just the right pieces; ones that I will truly love over the long run. Part of this has to do with a desire to watch my spending, which can really slow things down. But I’ve also noticed that the items I most cherish are those that have come out of a time of waiting – waiting for just the right piece at just the right time.

This new boho-inspired stool for the foyer is one of those purchases. I had been thinking about adding an extra seat on the far right corner of the foyer almost as soon as we moved in.

The area serves as a natural spot nearest the door where anyone can slip on a pair of shoes before leaving the house. While the two Ikea chairs across from the buffet serve this purpose, I wanted something just a little closer to the door and an extra spot for when we have multiple guests.

So when I spotted the stool at Home Sense (the Canadian equivalent of Home Goods, for my American friends), I instantly knew it was what I had been waiting for.

It has all the qualities I was looking for: It is unobtrusive, fitting into the corner well without taking up too much space.

It has beautifully-carved legs and a lovely grain in the wood.

The colour is a lovely brown that matches the buffet quite well.

And that seat! It has a lovely bohemian/Navajo pattern that feels warm and comfortable. I love the warm tones mixed with the cool grey colour which strikes a nice balance.  Given my recent foray into weaving (check out my Introduction to Weaving here) I am especially in love with the woven pattern in the seat…

…and the studs around the base add a lovely touch.

Although a small purchase, relatively speaking, I was very excited to find the stool. I think it adds a bit more personality and pattern into this space. A small change, but one that furthers my love of decorating 🙂

Although the corner is still in need of more wall items, perhaps some wall hooks and more art, this is a step in the right direction.  If decorating is all in the details, then this is one detail I am loving right now 🙂

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