2019 is here and we are excited to dive into a brand new year filled with all things home, design, and -- of course -- pillows! Before we get too far into the swing of a new year, we wanted to take some time to turn back and look at some of what we consider to be the Best Blog Posts of 2018. So, cozy up with a warm blanket, fill up a nice cup of joe, and settle in for some quality reading time!

1) TOP 11 DESIGN MISTAKES YOU NEED TO STOP MAKING 
As individuals who are passionate about our own home decor, we took some time to explore a few of what the professionals consider to be the TOP design mistakes. From too much matching to using too many of the wrong photos, we covered a lot of ground in this post. Check out the Top 11 Design Mistakes You need to Stop Making here  >>

2) INDUSTRY EXPERT: FALL DECOR ROUND UP
While this topic isn't necessarily evergreen (in that it discusses fall decor tips specifically), it was our top read, regrammed, and reshared post of 2018! We always enjoy partnering with others for blog posts, and this was no exception. Hearing the tips and tricks from top decor and blog voices across the web was a joy to take part in, and we loved being able to share them with our readers. Check out the Industry Expert Fall Decor Round Up Here  >>

3) THE BEST TIPS FOR YOUR GUEST ROOM
The official time of year for guests and visitors may have passed with the ending of the holiday season, but it doesn't mean you can't prepare for the next go-around! Make your guest room the best it can be using the tips we rounded up in our popular "Best Tips for Your Guest Room" bog post >>

4) OUR 10 FAVORITE HGTV HOME RENOS
HGTV is our jam, and if you're into any sort of home decor, renovating, or just plain ol' home inspiration, we're wagering to bet you're a fan, too. One of our favorite posts of 2018 highlighted what we consider to be our 10 Favorite HGTV Home Renos. Check it out here >> 

5) 11 Times Joanna Gaines Used Pillows in the Best Ways
... And if you like HGTV, we're betting you're also at least somewhat of a Joanna Gaines fan! This blog post of 2018 was one of our most read and shared, and after you take a look you'll see why! We unpacked the top 11 Times Joanna Gaines Used Pillows in the Best Ways >>

6) Why Do People Karate Chop Their Pillows
To chop, or not to chop... that is always the question! Whether you're a fan of a chopped pillow or not, it's always interesting to learn about the "why" behind a trend. This post was popular across Pinterest and social media, and we couldn't help but reshare. Check out "Why Do People Karate Chop Pillows" now >>

7) HOW TO WASH YELLOWED PILLOWS
Ew... nothing says "gross" more than a yellowed, stained pillow! With this popular post, we put together an easy tutorial and simple directions to help guide you in your pillow washing endeavors. Not only was this a popular read post, but our YouTube video also received quite a few hits! Check out "How to Wash Yellowed Pillows" here >> 

While 2018 covered quite a few topics, these were just seven of the most read and shared reads of the year. Be sure to check out the blog to catch up on all things pillow and home decor related... you never know what you may learn! And stay tuned for even more blogging excitement in 2019. We have a lot up our sleeves and cannot wait to share!