Chesapeake Home

Confession: I am a hopeless romantic at heart, which is probably why I was immediately drawn to the new Valentine’s Day Collection from Simon Pearce. If you’re looking for a gift for your valentine, your home, or even yourself, this collection has something for everyone.

Simon Pearce, a Vermont-based designer of hand-blown glass, handmade pottery, and tabletop accessories, has released several new heart-shaped items, such as vases, mugs, and mixing bowls to celebrate Valentine’s Day in style. My favorite is the Cavendish Ruby Mug, perfect for a nice cup of hot cocoa on those cold winter days at home or in the office.

For more information about Simon Pearce, please visit simonpearce.com.

Designer Kerry Gibhardt isn’t afraid of color and bold patterns, as evident by her Studio W Collection for Wildwood Lamps.

The collection includes lamps with gold Greek key accents, glossy, white faux croc shades and pierced-porcelain bases in deeps hues.

“I consider lamps jewelry in an outfit,” Gibhardt says. “People who are shy about huge color commitment can add a little pop of color through lamps. Patterns can also increase versatility.”

Gibhardt’s favorite lamp out of the collection is Lana (pictured right), which has a tall, stately silhouette and mid-20th century design. The sophisticated style is perfect for a buffet or a sideboard as a pair. Interchangeable lampshades create colorful pieces of décor. “What I like about Studio W is it’s very versatile and it can be traditional, too,” she says.

For more information about the Studio W Collection from Wildwood lamps, please visit wildwoodlamps.com and to learn more about Gibhardt, please visit gibhardtandgibhardtinteriors.com.

You don’t have to sacrifice style for space, thanks to the latest collection from Jessica Charles. Daytime sectionals that transform into sleepers serve a dual purpose and look great while doing so. Meanwhile, streamlined settees provide extra seating without overwhelming the room.

Personally, I love the Cascade Swivel Chair (pictured). It’s petite, yet charming, and its Sonoma Orchid fabric with Maxi Magenta welt offers that perfect pop of color for just about any room. I could totally see that being my favorite reading chair.

All of the selections are small-space friendly and modern, too. To find out more about Jessica Charles furniture, please visit jessicacharles.com.

Gather the entire family for a game of Scrabble or cuddle under a throw by the fireplace.

1. Blissliving Home, Argo Lace Throw, $110. (blisslivingome.com or 866-952-5477).

2. Restoration Hardware, Vintage Edition Scrabble, $199. (restorationhardware.com or 800-910-9836).

3. Chesapeake Bay Candle, The CBC Collection- Holiday Edition, Falling Snow Filled Candle, $20. (chesapeakebaycandle.com or 800-331-8339).

4. And Beige, Horn Coasters, $17 each. (andbeige.com or 202-234-1557).

5. Jonathan Adler, Darjeeling Cookie Jar, $168. (jonathanadler.com or 800-963-0891).

Food and wine lovers alike will love these epicurean gifts.

1. Sur La Table, Whiskey Stones, $19.95. (surlatable.com or 800-243-0852).

2 Boordy Vineyards, Icons of Maryland Collection, prices range from $10.09 to $16.97 per bottle. (boordy.com or 410-592-5015).

3. Chef’N, VeggieChop, $19.99. (chefn.com or 866-642-4336).

4. Harry & David, Italian Antipasto Basket, $99.95. (harryanddavid.com or 877-322-1200).

5. Cork Pops, VinOiar Premier, $28. (corkpops.com or 800-322-6757).

6. Crate & Barrel, Gala Fondue Set, $39.95. (crateandbarrel.com or 800-967-6696).

Show your backyard some TLC with these helpful products.

1. Anthropologie, Effortlessly Sown Herb Kit, $16. (anthropologie.com or 800-309-2500).

2. Pottery Barn, Large Wire Terrarium, $89. (potterybarn.com or 888-779-5176).

3. Regal Roost, Diamond Lady Collection Palermo Model, $649. (regalroosts.com or 410-263-4007).

4. Gardener’s Supply, Gardener’s Wellies, $59.95. (garderners.com or 888-833-1412).

5. Felco, Felco 2, $43.44. (felcostore.com).

6. Uncommon Goods, Gardener’s Seat, 28. (uncommongoods.com or 888-365-0056).

Add seasonal flair to your table with nature-inspired accessories.

1. Pottery Barn, (left to right), Maxfield Pie Server, $45; Acorn Pie Server, $19; Wood Baluster Pie Server, $19. (potterybarn.com or 888-7779-5176)

2. West Elm, Root Candelabra, $49. (westelm.com or 888-922-4119)

3. Vagabond House, Acorn Salt & Pepper Shakers, $54. (vagabondhouse.com or 818-341-7616)

4. Martha Stewart Collection, Park Leaves Collection, $22 to $72. (macys.com or 800-289-6229)

5. Crate & Barrel, Gourd with Lid, $19.95. (crateandbarrel.com or 800-967-6696)

6. Michael Aram, Pear Salt & Pepper, $99. (michaelaram.com or 866-792-2726)

Daylight Savings Time ended yesterday. Fall back in style with these modern wall clocks.

1. Diamantini & Domeniconi, Cucu Wood clock, $380. (diamantinidomeniconi.it)

2. Vitra, Sunflower Clock, $1,085. (vitra.com or 212-463-5700)

3. Resource Revival, Recycled Rubber Clock, $68. (resourcerevival.com or 800-866-8823)

4. Umbra, Big Time Clock, $70. (umbra.com or 800-387-5122)

5. Georg Jensen, Koppel Wall Clock, $200. (georgjensen.com or 800-546-5253)

6. Tree by Kerri Lee, Elephant Clock, $50. (treebykerrilee.com or 845-887-6165)

October may be over, but that doesn’t mean you should stop supporting breast cancer research and awareness. A portion of the proceeds from these products benefit organizations fighting to put an end to breast cancer. Plus, you can decorate and give back at the same time.

1. Organic Bouquet, Gerber Daisies, $44.95 for 15 stems. (organicbouquet.com or 877-899-2468)

2. Decolav, Pink Basin, $275. (decolav.com or 561-274-2110).

3. Tomboy Tools, Pink Mosaic Tiling Kit, $44. (tomboytools.com or 866-260-1893).

4. Chesapeake Bay Candle, Imagine Candle, $15. (chesapeakebaycandle.com or 800-331-8339)

5. Mottega, Petal Pink Collection, $599. (mottega.com/komen or 877-612-6688)

6. KitchenAid, Artisan Series Stand Mixer, $299.99. (kitchenaid.com or 800-541-6390)

Home fashion lovers, take note! This Sunday, October 23 at 8 a.m., HomeGoods will open in Abingdon. HomeGoods is a home décor retailer that offers high-quality home fashions at prices 20-percent to 60-percent less than department and specialty store regular prices every day.

In honor of the store’s grand opening, HomeGoods will donate $5,000 to The Boys & Girls Clubs of Harford County.

The store is located at the Constant Friendship Shopping Center, Highway 24 and Emmorton Road. The Abingdon store will be the fifth HomeGoods store in the Baltimore area.

HomeGoods merchandise offerings include furniture, rugs, lamps, kitchen and dining, bedding and bath, kids décor, toys, pet, storage and much more. The stores offer a liberal 30-day return policy, accept all major credit cards and offer gift cards for purchase.

Regular store hours are Monday through Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Special grand opening day hours will be from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. For additional HomeGoods locations, please call 1-800-614-HOME or visit homegoods.com.