When it comes to shopping for new decor [1], if you're one who loves custom and unique pieces, then it's no doubt Etsy is the perfect destination for you. The site has thousands of one-of-a-kind pieces that will surely give your home a little something extra. Scouring its huge selection isn't always easy though, so we're here to make it more simple.
Etsy just released its annual home decor trends guide [2] for 2021, and we have a feeling you're going to want in. From checkered rugs to travertine lamps and wavy candles, these picks are quirky, cute, and worth every penny. Plus, it's a great way to support artisans and smaller businesses [3]. Keep reading to check out the trends and shop a few of our favourite things from them.
The Travertine Trend
Travertine Stone Accents: The durable and sustainable material, travertine, is one that's coming back from the '80s. It comes in various forms from small accent pieces to furniture pieces. It's an easy way to add a little luxe to any space in your home.
The Decorative Travertine Cutting Board [5] ($55) would look great in your kitchen.
The Travertine Trend
How fun is this Fratelli Mannelli Travertine Elephant Table Lamp [6] ($1,032)?
The Travertine Trend
Add this Travertine Soap Dish [7] ($80) to your bathroom.
The Travertine Trend
This Travertine Coffee Table 1970s Italian Coffee Table [8] ($977) is at the top of our wishlist.
Japanese and Scandinavian Aesthetics
Japanese and Scandinavian Aesthetics: If you love modern aesthetics and warm rustic styles, then we have a feeling you're into Japanese and Scandinavian designs. Both are use wood and simple straight lines for chic and stylish pieces. These finds will bring a chic and minimal touch to your home.
Use this Oak Wood Tray Round Tray Medium Size Tray Catch All Tray [9] ($29) for keys, jewellery, and more.
Japanese and Scandinavian Aesthetics
Add this Crown Pepper Mill Minimalist White Oak Pepper Grinder [10] ($98, originally $130) to your kitchen lineup.
Japanese and Scandinavian Aesthetics
We love the look of this Albert Oak set of 3 Handturned Wood Candlestick Candle Holder [11] ($104).
Japanese and Scandinavian Aesthetics
Get this Stool Plywood Chair [12] ($73 and up) in your favourite wood finish.
Wavy and Curvy Decor
Wavy and Curvy Decor: The site saw a 28,236 percent increase in searches for wavy candles and it doesn't end there. From soap dishes to mirrors, there are so many chic curvy pieces to shop.
Keep your favourite flowers in this Mid Century Nordic Scandi Candleholder Vase [13] ($39).
Wavy and Curvy Decor
Get this Ziggy Soap Dish [14] ($52) in your favourite colour.
Wavy and Curvy Decor
Add this chic Wavy and Squiggle Mirror [15] ($177) to your vanity.
Small Wavy Vase Candle
We want so many of these Small Wavy Vase Candles [16] ($12 and up).
A Relaxing Sanctuary
A Relaxing Sanctuary: Creating a spa-like atmosphere in your own space is suddenly easy. Now you can score unique candles and even plants that'll help you create your own oasis to except from the stress of your day-to-day.
Get a little R&R with the Sustainable Wood Bath Tray [17] ($160 and up).
A Relaxing Sanctuary
This Amethyst Cluster Candle Holder [18] ($48) will set the right mood.
A Relaxing Sanctuary
Burn your favourite scent in this Ceramic Meso Incense Holder [19] ($64).
A Relaxing Sanctuary
This Artificial Olive Tree [20] ($46 and up) not only looks good, but you won't have to worry about caring for it.
Fun Checkered Prints
Fun Checkered Prints: We've been seeing checkered decor finds all over our Instagram feeds lately, and it's the perfect time to get in on the trend for yourself. The versatile and fun print works for everything from rugs to coasters.
This Wavy Incense Checkered Holder [21] ($20) would look so good on your nightstand.
Fun Checkered Prints
Prevent rings with the Checkered Coasters Set [22] ($27, originally $30).
Fun Checkered Prints
Make a statement with the Checker Print Hand Tufted Rug [23] ($140).
Fun Checkered Prints
This Moroccan Checkeredboard Runner Rug [24] ($53 and up) will liven up your hallway.
Mushroom Motifs
Mushroom Motifs: Back from '60s and '70s, this mushroom trend is back with some modern edge. Etsy saw a 371 percent increase in searches for mushroom lamps and we're sold on this trend.
The Striped Baby Mushroom Lamp Mushroom Table Lamp [25] ($186) is so chic for photos.
Mushroom Motifs
Add this Mushroom Punch Needle Pillow [26] ($96) to your sofa.
Mushroom Motifs
How cute is this Mushroom Ring Dish [27] ($26)?
Mushroom Motifs
If you're a fan, then get the Woodland Mushrooms Botanical Wallpaper [28] ($12 and up).