We’re posting a little earlier than usual this afternoon—surprise! After teaming up with Joss & Main on one of our most-popular giveaways, they invited us to curate a short sale event on their site. That meant doing a lot of virtual window shopping: sifting through hundreds of items, saving the pieces we loved, and assembling a Young House Love collection for their sale.
And yes, we said yes—enthusiastically. Becoming “curators” was not something either of us ever imagined, although I’ve long joked that I’m the Curator of Too Many Pins on Pinterest and John is the Curator of Too Many Soda T-shirts. Still, the chance to hand-pick a small shop of favorites was too fun to pass up. We even called our parents to beg them to buy something small—basically treating it like a nervous elementary-school bake sale launch.
Putting this collection together felt like creating a tiny, temporary shop that reflects what we love about decorating: thoughtful accents, useful accessories, and a few striking pieces that can change the feel of a room. We intentionally looked for a broad range of price points so there’s something for many budgets—from under-$25 accents up to furnishings around $250 and beyond. The goal was to offer variety: small, affordable picks that are easy to swap seasonally alongside investment pieces that anchor a space.
Over the next 72 hours you can explore a portion of the collection on Joss & Main through October 6th. We included classic and contemporary finds—typographic art and maps, playful fabrics, functional tabletop items, and a few quirky decor pieces that made us smile. We tried to balance form and function, choosing goods that look great and do useful work in everyday life.
We want to be transparent about how these collaborations work: it’s Joss & Main’s standard practice to offer a small commission to the people who curate their sales, plus a standard referral benefit available to members. That’s just part of how we support our work, similar to other projects like magazine columns and books. But honestly, curating this sale was just plain fun—much more like playing than working.
If you were curating your own sale, what would you include? We’re big fans of a few reliable categories: typographic prints and maps that add personality to walls; bold, punchy textiles that bring life to upholstery and pillows; and clever styling pieces—book-like objects, magnifying glasses, and small curiosities that turn shelves and coffee tables into conversation spots. We also love switching out small accessories seasonally to keep a room feeling fresh without a major overhaul.
And because we’re equal parts sentimental and silly, we’ll say it again: that photo never fails to make me laugh. Yes, ladies, that man is all mine.
We hope this collection gives you a few ideas for easy updates, gifts, or statement pieces for your home. Whether you shop just one small accent or treat yourself to a larger item, our picks are meant to inspire approachable decorating choices that mix practicality with personality. Enjoy browsing, and thanks for sharing in the excitement of putting together this little virtual shop.