Every House Had One — Now It's The Antique Footstool We'd Love To Have

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There are certain pieces of furniture that not only add a decorative touch to your home, but that are also quite versatile. In the living room or bedroom, you might have either a footstool or an ottoman as a place to kick up your feet and relax. And while both ottomans and footstools might work in your space, there is something to be said about picking up a piece that is dedicated to a very specific function in your home. With a footstool, you are getting a practical furnishing that is often more compact than an ottoman, and it can be easily moved around a space to be used where you need it. If you want to add a touch of elegance and comfort to any room in your home, then it makes sense to pick up an antique or mid-century footstool with a needlepoint cushion.

Vintage stools can be a great way to add a decorative element into any room, with the added bonus of functionality. Many of these footstools feature intricate details beyond just the needlepoint, with carved wooden legs and metal nail heads that add even more visual interest. These footstools might be small, but they can still act like a focal point in living rooms and bedrooms, bringing a sense of warmth and texture into your space.

While the obvious way to use a needlepoint ottoman is as an actual footrest, there are other ways you might want to utilize these small pieces of furniture that will make them work within your space. One suggestion that pops up often is to use the stool like a cool side table. This might not work if the footstool is extremely low, but it can still serve as a place to place a tray or even as an elevated surface if you're sitting on the floor.

If you're looking for unique ways to store blankets, antique furniture can be a great solution. A vintage footstool can be used as a place to keep folded blankets or quilts stacked in any room. It keeps these items close without looking cluttered. Similarly, you can use one in a bathroom as a place to stack extra towels.

Although a footstool is often lower than a stool, if they are sturdy enough they can act as extra seating. Whether you have one in a hallway to have a place to sit for taking off and putting on shoes or in a living room, a footstool can be a great way to offer guests a place to sit when hosting more people than expected.