School is just around the corner, but I still have a few more outdoor parties to enjoy, and now is a great time to stock up on outdoor décor for next year as well!

I’m inspired by this fabulous outdoor kitchen/dining area. 

Yes, I’m dreaming a bit, but it gives me new ideas for my own home.  That’s why I love being a part of the HG Openhouse team - this site is about so much more than just products. 

In fact, because of HomeGood’s unique approach to selling things, they can’t have a traditional eCommerce store (although it’s often requested).  But hey, that’s why they can offer such unique items at great prices nationwide!

So to make it up to their shoppers, they have spent a lot of time and effort bringing inspirational content to this website for you.  From the new Stylefinder, to the HG Openhouse Blog, Thought Starters, Customer Finds and more!  And now there’s a new Facebook Fan page!

It’s all about finding ideas and inspiration to help make your home a happier place.

So THANKS to all the creative folks at HomeGoods for giving us a fun place to talk about our homes, and THANKS to all the wonderful customers who take the time to chat with us bloggers on the HG Openhouse blog.

Hmmm, wonder what they’ll come up with next?

(note: this is not a paid advertisement, I realize it sounds a bit promotional…just felt a need to gush today).