Ornaments

Buying Ornaments: Decorative Objects with Character

You know the feeling. Your room is furnished, the furniture is in place, the colors match. But something is missing. That one thing that truly completes a space. Ornaments are exactly that. Not boring porcelain figurines from your grandma, but real eye-catchers. Art objects that show who you are and what you love. At Things I Like Things I Love, you'll find ornaments that suit a vibrant interior. Pieces of ceramic, glass, and stoneware that you'll want to place on your dresser and never take away.

TILTIL selects each ornament intuitively. Does it fit the vibe? Does it have something unique? Then it joins the collection. We look for decorative objects that don't scream for attention, but that you do notice when you enter a room. Organic shapes in soft hues, playful figures with a wink, or a sleek metallic sculpture that shakes things up. This collection is for everyone who takes home decor seriously without taking it too seriously.

What kind of ornaments will you find at TILTIL?

The collection of ornaments at Things I Like Things I Love changes continuously. That's intentional. We want you to discover something new every time you look. What you'll always see is a mix of materials: ceramic, glass, polyresin, stoneware, and wood. Each material brings something different. Ceramic feels warm and artisanal. Glass catches the light on your wall shelf and gives a subtle shine. Stoneware has that raw, earthy look that suits natural interiors. And metallic finishes add a modern, edgy touch.

In terms of shapes, it goes all over the place. Abstract silhouettes, animal figures, organic sculptures, geometric shapes. Sometimes minimalist, sometimes bold. This mix is deliberate. Because an interior only truly becomes interesting when you dare to combine different styles. And that's exactly what these sculptures and objects allow you to do. They are not mass-produced. Each piece has texture, something handmade or organic. That distinguishes them from the standard home accessories you see everywhere.

In terms of colors, the collection stays close to nature. Many warm beige and brown tones, occasionally an accent in green, pink, or gold. This makes them easy to combine with almost any interior. And the sizes range from compact objects that fit easily on a shelf to larger sculptures that really take up space. This allows you to play with proportions and create a mix that suits your space.

Styling Ornaments: Tips That Really Work

Okay, you've scored some beautiful ornaments. Now what? The biggest mistake people make is cramming everything onto one shelf. Don't do that. Spread your decorative objects throughout the room. A sculpture on the dresser, a smaller object on the coffee table, something on the wall shelf in the hall. This makes every corner of your room feel consciously styled without being overdone.

Okay, you've scored some beautiful ornaments. Now what? The biggest mistake people make is cramming everything onto one shelf. Don't do that. Spread your decorative objects throughout the room. A sculpture on the Play with height. Place a tall ornament next to something low. A sculpture next to a set of bookends and a stack of coffee table books. That gives rhythm to your styling and draws the eye through the room. Material and surface also matter. A light ceramic object on a dark wooden side table? Beautiful contrast. Combine an ornament with wall art above it for a layered effect. That mix of 2D and 3D makes a wall so much more interesting than just a print or just a shelf.

And also think outside your living room. A small figure on your desk or console table instantly gives your workspace more personality. In the bedroom, a subtle ornament on the nightstand creates a warm, calm vibe. It's on unexpected spots that they make the most impact.

Ornaments as the Foundation of Your Home Decor

Let's be honest. A room with only furniture feels empty. It's the home accessories that make a house a home. And ornaments are perhaps the most important part of that. They form the connection between your larger furniture and the rest of your styling. A sofa, a dresser, a coffee table: that's your base. But the sculptures and objects you place on and next to them, that's what brings everything together. Combine them with candles, vases, trays, and books for mini-compositions that show you've thought about your interior. Without it feeling stiff or overdone.

At TILTIL, we see ornaments as an extension of your personality. Do you opt for abstract shapes in earthy tones? Then you probably love a calm, warm interior. Do you go for something with color or a metallic finish? Then you dare to do a bit more. There is no right or wrong. All that matters is that it feels like you. And that's what Things I Like Things I Love stands for: curating a collection that helps you create your own style. Not standard home decor you see everywhere, but pieces with their own story.

Buying Ornaments at Things I Like Things I Love

The ornament collection changes regularly. New decorative objects are constantly added, and popular pieces are sometimes quickly gone. So if you see something you like: don't wait too long. Prices vary from small accents for a few euros to larger statement pieces. That makes it chill to expand your collection step by step. Start with one ornament on your coffee table, add something to the wall shelf, place an object next to your books on the cabinet, and see where it takes you. This way, your collection of decorative objects grows with your taste and your interior. And the great thing is: because the collection is constantly refreshed, you'll keep finding new favorites.

Orders over 75 euros are shipped free within the Netherlands, and everything leaves our warehouse within 48 hours. Scroll through the collection, find the ornaments that suit you, and complete your interior. Because it's the details that truly make a space. And good ornaments? They are the most beautiful detail of all.