What makes a house a home? Surely not items made in their tens of thousands by factories?
OK we love our Ikea chairs. but what we really love are pillows, curtains, rugs and other cozy items that are made by hand by artists who create pieces knowing they will be purchased by those who respect them enough to pay a fair price.
Such work tends to be unique and have excellent vibes. The colors and details are decided upon not by "trend-consultants", but based upon on the long-held cultures of places like India, Nicaragua, Vietnam, Kenya and Uganda.
Whether you buy for yourself, for a wedding gift, or for your boyfriend's loudmouthed roommate, you'll be happy, they'll be happy, and the world will be better.