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This year, we’ve found it more important than ever to celebrate small wins and find joy in the little things. With that spirit in mind, we’ve gathered our most amazing finds of 2020 into one clickable, shareable list. (Bonus: Asterisks denote items that would make fantastic holiday gifts!)
This compelling piece of visual storytelling from The New Yorker
Art where Tech Bro Uniform meets Margaret Thatcher
The most luxe wooden matchboxes*
A picture book for the ages, and all ages*
Interior design inspiration via Sarah Sherman Samuel’s Michigan home
The perfect WFH lunch (or dinner!)
Compare your own Bookcase Credibility
A foolproof recipe for busy weeknights
How and why to learn how to collage
When it doubt, send flowers*
A catchy flashback to the early days of quarantine
Virtual mini concerts to connect us while we’re apart
A blank canvas to create your own Ideal Bookshelf*
Christmas cookie trends come and go, but these will never go out of style*
An Instagram account that serves as an inspiration and an auction
A downloadable coloring book for a cause
This wholehearted print shop from a Denver marketing agency*
Our new Gallery Wall Concierge Service
A cookie recipe that doubles as stress relief*
The frothy, caffeinated drink that got us through this year
How David Hockney has spent his time in lockdown
10 Black female artists whose work we’re obsessed with*
A super cute mask to add to your collection*
Timely feedback on your screenplay
Treats that are tie-dye for
The new Lewis Print Shop is the place for minimalist, nature-inspired art*
Major pantry goals
Dara’s own museum gift shop picks*
A documentary filled with so many touching, historic moments
The cutest way to fire (ahem) someone, by this really cool artist
A truly custom scented candle*
Where to find hard-to-find books*
Our own Daisy Briceño launched a print shop, and it’s obviously brilliant*
Tamsin Johnson’s stunning interiors (and especially this headboard)
A lovely tribute to a visionary artist
Kate Holstein’s cozy Aspen art studio
This weirdly wonderful Instagram account
A refreshingly real interview with a Portland-based interior designer
A fleece suitcase I wish I could buy
Simply Framed’s new interface that lets you browse frame recommendations by art type
Multitasking shades for screen time*
Our team is divided over which paleo cereal reigns supreme—this one or this one
The winners of the 2020 iPhone Photography Awards
Practical (and beautiful) tips for displaying a collection
This dreamy multimedia feature
An art auction raising money for the Black Trans community, with pieces still available
Aptly named sweats you’ll want in every color*
Chic spice jars that’ll fit into any kitchen*
A new way to change your view
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