It’s also a more sustainable way to shop, as these pieces are rarely if ever, purchased from large furniture or decor conglomerates. A great jumping-off point for these decor pursuits is Etsy.

Since starting her Etsy shop, Wander and Lust Jewelry, in 2014, she's made $1.9 million in sales, which Insider verified with documentation. The following has been edited for length and clarity.