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Besides September serving as a month to recognize and celebrate a myriad of things including: Hispanic heritage,

Library card signup, responsible dog ownership and breakfast, among many others, the first month of fall is also a time to celebrate National Home Furnishings Month!

So as you are settling in on your couch with a good library book, shooing your pet off the new upholstery or eating breakfast at your banquet style dining table, show some extra appreciation for those everyday items that keep us comfy, and provide a little pizazz to our homes to boot!

Sponsored by International Market Centers, this is the third year for Home Furnishings Month, with this year’s theme being “Is it home yet?”. The website features a list of special discounts and sweepstakes retailers are offering this month, as well as new content including home makeover tips and trend information, design quizzes to engage consumers, and woman-on-the-street interviews featuring HGTV’s Monica Pedersen.

One of the best interactive features in my opinion is the ability to share your story about how you’ve made your home your own, give accolades to a store you love, or share before and after photos from a DIY renovation.

Check out the site and give that old chair an extra pat of appreciation, or maybe add a new favorite piece to your collection this month!

We want to know: What is your favorite piece of furniture in your house?

Check out my blog post on my company's blog HomeIQ. My favorite piece of furniture would have to be an outdoor adirondack chair. Perfect for sipping a cold beverage and catching up with old friends on a hot summer night!