Another white ceramic piece has found a home at Casa Petersik. We admit we’re creatures of habit, but this one isn’t shaped like an animal. It’s still playful and charming—a small ceramic garden stool that fits right in:
Some people might call these garden stools trendy or even passé, but we don’t let trends dictate what we enjoy. If anything, our willingness to hold onto things we love—despite fluctuating popularity—makes them feel timeless. This white ceramic stool has classic appeal: simple, versatile, and able to sit comfortably in almost any room while complementing a range of decor styles.
We’ve spotted similar stools everywhere from high-end catalogs to big-box stores, but the usual $100-plus price tags can be discouraging (some versions sell for $160 or more). We generally prefer to spend under $75 on a small side table, so we kept an eye out for a budget-friendly option. Fortunately, our patience paid off when we found this petite paisley-detailed stool at a much friendlier price.
And then we saw the price:
It practically begged to come home with us—no detours, no distractions. HomeGoods is one of our favorite spots for affordable finds like this. We checked out a group of garden stools and compared styles and prices: there were several colors and patterns, but this white paisley design was the standout at $29, while most others were priced between $39 and $59. That sealed the deal.
So that wraps up our little celebration of ceramic stools. Do you have affordable pieces you love but weren’t willing to pay full price for? Share what you’re currently coveting—we’ll happily send some good sale karma your way.