Christine Schwalm Design

Lately there's been a lot of talk in my little world about moving.  My best friend moved last weekend, someone at work is moving the beginning of October, and I am growing more certain every day that it's time for me to finally move from my home for the past 5 years.  In addition to all of the regular drama that goes into moving (credit checks, sneaky brokers, inept movers.....), there's the worry about how to furnish the place to suit your needs--without emptying your already shrinking bank account.  This is especially true if you've downsized into a smaller space.

Enter the Studio Sofa designed by Nate Berkus (Oprah's design guru) for HSN.  You read that right--Home Shopping Network.  Yes, the same place you can find discount knives and creepy makeovers, also offers this adorable settee.  The details-44" wide and 34" deep, 10 fabric choices (though you know my feelings on Ikat), and a price of $499.90.  You can even spread the amount into 4 payments--just in case that broker fee really wiped you out.