I moved into my first long-term rental with a blank, slightly scuffed bedroom wall and a tight budget. I wanted the space to feel like my own without repainting, patching every hole or buying a whole new furniture set. What changed everything for me was one oversized piece of wall art from...
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Home Decor
I love the small, deliberate rituals that make a house feel thoughtfully...
Home Decor
Hallways are the unsung heroes of a home — narrow corridors that connect...
Tableware
I love a well-set table — it immediately signals care, atmosphere and an...
Lighting
I moved into my first rental that had perfectly serviceable white walls, decent...
I love a well-set table — it immediately signals care, atmosphere and an invitation to linger. For me, the magic of an at-home dinner party often begins at the place setting. It’s where the practical meets the poetic: practical because every...
I moved into my first rental that had perfectly serviceable white walls, decent floors and a ceiling light that made everything feel flat and cold. I couldn’t rewire, and the landlord wasn’t keen on changes, but I still wanted a home that felt...
Setting a table feels to me like setting the mood for an evening — intimate dinners whisper, casual brunches laugh. Over the years I've learned that the right tableware does more than hold food: it frames the moment. Whether I'm hosting two close...
When I first started curating tableware for Thukthaeshop, I quickly realized that handcrafted ceramics are as much about story and touch as they are about function. I still remember the first time I held a small stoneware bowl from a studio in...
Creating a cohesive color story across pillows, throws and art is one of my favorite styling challenges — and one that can instantly make a room feel thoughtful, layered and complete. Over the years I’ve learned that color cohesion doesn’t...
I keep a pile of throws in my living room year-round — not because I can’t decide which one I love most, but because each has a different role depending on the season, the mood, and the room’s texture story. Choosing the right throw is one of...
I love giving thoughtful gifts that feel personal without breaking the bank. Over the years as curator of Thukthaeshop, I’ve learned that a memorable hostess present is less about price tag and more about intent, quality and presentation. This...
I have always believed that a coffee table is more than a surface to rest a cup — it’s a small stage where memories, travels and everyday rituals come together. When I style a coffee table, I aim for a composition that feels lived-in,...
I often get asked how I find those one-of-a-kind décor pieces that feel personal, practical and still a little unexpected. Over the years of curating for Thukthaeshop I’ve developed a few habits and shortcuts that consistently lead me to objects...
I love a good reading nook. There’s something about a well-lit corner that invites you to curl up with a book and stay a while. Over the years I’ve tested dozens of pendant lights above chairs, daybeds and window seats—some worked beautifully,...