Well I’m finally getting around to adding a few key pieces to my Family Room. It was looking a little bare (and a bit too neutral) after we first moved in… 
So I recently found these two console tables to flank our fireplace but it was still looking a little sparse around them. Then this past week I found some gorgeous gold framed mirrors to fill up the space… for only $35 each from HomeGoods. Major score.
It just seems more balanced, kinda taking some of the focus off the large TV on the wall.
I also searched high and low for some new lamps. And where did I end up finding the winners? Good ol’ Walmart. I’m holding out for some new shades (maybe in a charcoal color to match my accent pillows). Going to wait and see once I get the rest of my textiles for the room.
So I’m still in desperate need of an area rug and some window treatments (and paint of course).
But the rest of the space has filled quite nicely over the past 3 months. Most of the odds and ends around the room are from the old house, including my scrapbook paper covered books, fireplace mantel decor, and framed family photos. 
But now onto the search for the perfect area rug. Although I’m not looking forward to the price. We’ll probably need a 9x14ft rug since it’s a large space. Anyone have good ideas of where to purchase? I’m too scared to buy rugs online since you can’t really feel them and see the colors in person.
So, do you purchase textiles first or couches and accent chairs?
Are you a piece by piece shopper like me?
And do you bargain hunt for the best deals around?
Judy Inukai says
Cool ideas. I love the console tables and mirrors. You might check out Hidden Gems Resale, 9051 Watson, Crestwood. I was there for the first time over the weekend and they have some really nice almost new furniture, lamps, knick-knacks and other items. I didn’t see any rugs, but I wasn’t looking for those.
howtonestforless says
Thanks for the tip Judy! I’ll have to check it out!
cj scanlon says
ambasder is were i got my two area rugs i have a black and gold rug would sell fr 150.00,because i just bought new sofa and love seat .would rather have sea blue r sage green if u have and we could trade
Sue DeJulius says
We just got a rug and pad from overstock.com. 8′ x 10′ for all including shipping for under $250. Very happy with it.
howtonestforless says
I love some of the rugs I see online but I’m so nervous to buy without seeing in person. We once bought a rug for my daughter’s bedroom and it shed like crazy! Oh well… guess I could always return it 😉
Charli says
Read the reviews! But take them with a grain of salt. I’ve read some complaints on things I’ve bought and came to the conclusion that some people are just overly picky cheap sumo wrestlers lol!
howtonestforless says
Hahah! Totally agree with that!
Kelsie says
Looks wonderful!! As for area rugs, my suggestion would be to check out your local flooring stores. I have purchased remnants (usually many colors, styles, textures to choose from), then have them bound there. So many options when you go that route! I have found that the cost is usually close to ready to purchase, sometimes even cheaper. Some of the big box stores that install flooring also have big bound remnants, at very good prices. Hope this helps and you find the perfect one for you!
howtonestforless says
Aaah, flooring stores! Why didn’t I think of that?!
Anne Molloy says
Years ago I bought large area rugs at Sears!!! Don’t know if any still carry them. And large ones at places like Lowe’s. Still, there are flea markets and craigslist, too.Love your living room. I would never have thought to put console tab les on either side of the fireplace, and they are lovely!!
howtonestforless says
Wow, Sears… never would have thought of that!! And thanks for the kind words!
Jenny says
Looks good. Have you tried Tuesday Morning for rugs? I always see tons of them there, but don’t know how reasonable the prices are.
howtonestforless says
I LOVE the rugs at Tuesday Morning and they are super affordable ($300 to $400 for a 12ft long rug). I just haven’t found the perfect one yet. I’m gonna keep looking until I find it!!
Cheryl @ Artzzle says
Those console tables are GORGEOUS! The room is developing nicely! Can’t wait to see the next installment!
Kayla says
Not sure if you have Costco nearby, but we got our rug from there and it was super cheap and wonderful quality!