Notes from the Box

Winter Is Still Here—Lean Into It Let’s be honest… We’re not out of winter yet. The days may be getting a little longer, but it’s still that season of slower mornings, earlier nights, and yes—wanting to stay under the covers just a little longer. So instead of fighting it… Why not embrace it? This...

More Than a Staff Member—A Creative Force At Out of the Box, the people behind the scenes are just as inspiring as the pieces on the floor. And few embody that more than Jackie Allen. If you’ve browsed our website, read our newsletters, or admired how pieces are styled and photographed—you’ve already seen her...

Cabin Fever? We Get It. There comes a point every winter when you just need a change of scenery. Not snow. Not ice. Not another freezing errand. Something warm. Something interesting. Something that gets you out of the house—and into a space that actually feels good. That’s exactly what a visit to Out of...

A New Year, A New Direction in Design Every new year brings a shift. And this year? It’s a noticeable one. After years of cool grays and minimal palettes, we’re seeing a return to rich color, warmth, and personality. Spaces are feeling more layered, more expressive—and honestly, more inviting. At Out of the Box,...

Where Life Naturally Happens There’s a reason everyone ends up in the kitchen. It’s not just about the food—though the smell of something baking or simmering certainly helps. It’s the feeling. The casual conversations. The leaning on the counter. The “just one more bite” moments. Whether it’s Sunday brunch, after-school snacks, or a full...

After the Noise… Comes Reflection The holidays have a way of filling everything. Our schedules. Our homes. Our senses. Between the gifts, the gatherings, the meals, and the celebrations, it can feel like a lot. And maybe that’s part of the joy. As Mae West once said, “Too much of a good thing can...

When the Days Are Short, Lighting Matters More The winter solstice marks the longest night of the year—the moment when daylight feels scarce and darkness lingers just a little longer. And that’s exactly why lighting becomes so important this time of year. Not just for function—but for feeling. At Out of the Box, this...

Helping Santa Check a Few Boxes This time of year, the list gets long. And whether you’re shopping for family, friends—or sneaking in something for yourself—it helps to have options. At Out of the Box, new items arrive weekly, and this latest round feels especially gift-ready. From playful pieces to statement décor, there’s truly...

Like a Candy Store—But Better We hear it all the time: “Working there must be like being in a candy store.” And honestly? It kind of is. Except instead of sweets, it’s filled with one-of-a-kind furniture, statement lighting, and pieces with real history—and thankfully, zero calories. So this week, we did something fun. We...