This post is sponsored by Wovenly. All opinions are my own.

In addition to your personal goals and resolutions, do you guys make "house goals" for the year? They can be a great way of getting on the same page with your spouse and making a plan to prioritize your home. If you're not sure where to start, let me suggest getting some great rugs. I looove rugs; they are one of the easiest ways to make a big and satisfying impact. Done right, they set the foundation for a space that's stylish and comfortable. But you have to get the size right. Along with highwater drapes, too-small rugs are one of the most common design mistakes that people tend to make, and it throws off the whole room.

Not sure if your rugs are the right size? Your living room furniture should be sitting on the rug (and I don't mean the coffee table, I mean the sofa and chairs). This means at least an 8x10; 5x8 is almost certainly not big enough. In the dining room, you should be able to back up your dining chairs and still have them sitting on the rug (likely, you need a 9x12). In the entryway, if you have sidelites or a wide front door, a 2x3 will look dinky (try a runner or a 3x5 instead). And in the bedroom, your rug should extend all the way to the outer edges of your nightstands (an 8x10 is probably right). If it sounds like your rugs are too small, then upgrading those to the right size will be the single best thing you can do for the look of your home. Getting your rugs right will instantly make each room feel more "designer-y" and spacious. The good news is, this is a goal you can accomplish on your own, without a contractor. And it IS possible on a smaller budget. There are plenty of rugs out there that are affordable and good quality and beautifully designed. Here are my personal favorites, from Wovenly--a company that stands behind all of their rugs with a no risk, 60 day trial, and easy returns or exchanges. They've got rugs for every room of the house, so you can check "rugs" off your 2019 house list!

For the living room...I love the Sorise rug. It looks a lot like the rug we have in our living room, and is hand hooked from 100% wool. Hooked rugs are awesome for high traffic areas, as they are durable and relatively easy to clean. We've blotted up stains with a wet paper towel, and scraped food right up.

For the bedroom...the Merzouga is gorgeous. The bedroom can handle a lighter colored rug, since you're probably not walking around in shoes. This hand-knotted Moroccan rug is not only beautiful, it's plush underfoot, with a medium pile in 100% wool...the perfect soft landing for your feet first thing in the morning.

For the entryway...I love the Tlaloc. It's actually the exact same rug that we have in our bathroom, so I can personally vouch for its quality. It's low-pile, which is what you want for an entryway--so dirt doesn't get stuck in the fibers and doors can swing open easily. The pattern is cute, the colors are pretty, and the price is really affordable.

For the nursery...I have always loved a soft, neutral, textured rug like the Espalier. Made of 100% New Zealand wool that's braided together, it's quiet and simple, but still makes a statement. I've seen this rug in several designer nurseries and have coveted it ever since!

For the kitchen...I would get the Clide rug in a runner. The global-inspired pattern looks similar to those vintage Persian rugs we all love, but without the high price tag--so you won't be scared to handle food over it. It's actually an indoor-outdoor rug, which is perfect for the kitchen (easy to clean and highly durable). It also comes in a red color that would be even more forgiving of food spills!

For the bathroom...I am digging the Nagpur rug. The marbled pattern would tie in with other marble accents in a fun and playful way, and the plush, luxurious high pile would feel great underfoot as you're getting ready for the day. I love it in blue, but it also comes in two other colors!

If you noticed that I didn't select a dining room rug, it's because we are just not at a stage of life right now where we can personally have one under our dining table. A two-year-old and an eight-month-old mean we are constantly cleaning up food spills, and I don't want to have to deal with that. But if you're on the hunt for a dining room rug, I would mainly suggest something with lots of pattern and color variation, to make it as forgiving as possible to spills. And something in a darker color or an indoor-outdoor construction would probably be smart!

Are you shopping for any rugs right now? And what are your house goals for 2019? I'd love to know!

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