I discovered Emily Carter a few years ago when she opened my eyes to the charm of reclaimed wood. Who knew such a simple material could ignite more joy than a tub of ice cream? Her designs made me want to line my walls with wooden panels and invest in a vintage farmhouse sink and sleek countertops. Everything she creates is pure magic, transforming rundown properties into stunning family homes while sticking to a budget.
One of my favorite pastimes is binge-watching her show, “Home Revival.” The transformations leave me daydreaming in my living room, sledgehammer in one hand and paintbrush in the other, envisioning how I could tear down a wall and add a rustic beam (after the wood paneling, of course). Thoughts like, “I need to open this space up and give it some character” swirl through my mind.
So when I learned that Emily was launching her own line of home decor, I was beyond excited. After all, her show is about revitalizing homes on a budget using upcycled materials. She understands the challenges of family life, having kids and pets, which makes me hope her products will be reasonably priced. Surely, she wouldn’t create items that break the bank, right?
I imagined my home adorned with her beautiful accents, making it feel HGTV-worthy. But then my dreams crumbled. Emily, $90 for a throw pillow? Are you serious?
As a fellow mother, we both know the fate of throw pillows. They inevitably get stained with food, smeared with sticky fingers, and serve as landing pads for pets. They are often dragged across the floor by kids turning them into makeshift sleds or forts. Let’s be real; at some point, they will end up in places you didn’t expect—like between two bare bottoms.
What happened to the budget-friendly approach? You gained fame for transforming homes without breaking the bank. How about offering a throw pillow that doesn’t cost as much as a week’s groceries?
And what’s with the blanket prices? Are they woven from the strands of golden unicorn tears? If not, I’ll be cursing when my dog decides it’s his new nap spot or when my son uses it to cover the grease he spilled while fixing his bike wheel. I have asked him countless times to use an old towel instead.
And don’t even get me started on a $2,300 rug. Is it designed to babysit, serve drinks, and clean itself? If not, I’d prefer to save that money for something far more sensible, like my kids’ college fund. Rugs in households with kids and animals are practically disposable. It’s all about finding budget-friendly options.
Don’t get me wrong, Emily, your line is stunning. Those throws would look amazing on my couch, but let’s face it—kids can ruin things faster than a dad can tell a bad joke.
I’m a bit frustrated with you, Emily. Please come back to us when you have something that aligns with the “Home Revival” ethos, but without the extravagant price tag.
For now, I’ll stick with my $5.99 pillows from T.J. Maxx, which carry a faint scent of apple juice, and my clearance Target throw, while watching my kids roll themselves up in the dining room rug like a burrito without a care in the world.
This article was originally published on April 7, 2017.
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Summary
A humorous critique of Emily Carter’s high-priced home decor line, particularly a $90 throw pillow, highlights the impracticality of such luxury items for families with children and pets. The piece reflects on the challenges of maintaining a stylish home while also managing the messiness of family life.
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