We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs.
October’s biggest takeaway? Even the most mundane household items deserve a main-character moment. Take the $45 IKEA Roman shade that could pass for a custom window treatment if cleverly DIYed, a surprisingly chic trash and recycling duo, or a bath mat that’s anything but basic. Others leaned into their more whimsical side, like a washable tiger-print rug and a painterly record player designed by musician Jon Batiste and writer Suleika Jaouad. Here’s what readers were adding to their carts last month.
A $45 IKEA shade might not sound like much, but one clever DIYer transformed hers into custom-looking gingham window treatments with just fabric, adhesive, and hem tape—no sewing required.
With its playful silhouette, plush ribbed texture, and built-in nonslip backing, this machine-washable bath mat makes a strong case for ditching the basic rectangle on your bathroom floor.
With their spiky little legs and mouth-blown construction, these sculptural glasses brought just the right amount of edge to Halloween tablescapes, and they’re chic enough to keep in rotation year-round.
For a fresh take on the sofa table, pair two of these $60 IKEA finds to create an L-shaped setup that wraps around your couch, making clever use of overlooked space.
Jon Batiste says the secret to a great party is making the music feel like another guest. With this whimsical record player from the couple’s Anthropologie collection on the job, don’t be surprised if it becomes the most popular “person” in the room.
After cycling through three water filters in a year, Domino’s photo director finally found a keeper in Rorra’s sleek countertop system, which makes better-tasting water possible without sacrificing precious kitchen aesthetics.
Animal print may be having a moment, but Lone Fox would argue it never really goes out of style. His machine-washable take on tiger stripes strikes that sweet spot between trendy and timeless.
This sleek metal and marble washstand brings old-school charm back to the bathroom, leaving plenty of room to show off a bold tile choice.
Color-blocked bedding is giving us a reason to look forward to making the bed, especially with these breathable French flax linen sets available in more than a dozen mix-and-match colors.
Domino contributor Zoë Sessums found that Caraway’s colorful duo did more than look good: Its clever recycling drawers, easy-to-clean finish, and standard-bag compatibility finally put an end to the growing pile of recyclables in her kitchen.