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\"Jessica<\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cI always keep an eye out for solid wood pieces when browsing Facebook Marketplace,\u201d says Jessica Manning-Brose<\/a>, who grew up in Stockholm and Minneapolis, but now lives in Los Angeles with her husband, Zach, and their baby, Nina. \u201cThey\u2019re typically well made and priced lower than what they\u2019re worth because they belonged to someone\u2019s grandma and aren\u2019t the exact current trend.\u201d Here, Jessica gives us a look inside\u2026<\/p>\n

DINING AREA<\/p>\n

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Pendant: Noguchi<\/a>. Dining table and chairs: Facebook Marketplace. Seat cushions: H&M Home<\/a>. High chair: Stokke<\/a>. Rug: Rush House<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

On growing up in Sweden:<\/strong> I was born in Stockholm and lived there until I was six. I remember feeling very held by our community there. It\u2019s a society that\u2019s rooted in family and making sure everybody has what they need, like a playground on every corner. I also remember running through the forest with our friends and picking berries. It\u2019s such a sweet and peaceful place. <\/p>\n

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On Swedish traditions:<\/strong> I have a sweet tooth and adore<\/em> Swedish pastries. My favorite is a semla<\/a>, a cardamom bun that\u2019s cut in half and filled with fresh whipped cream and almond paste. We also have candles lit year round; they make the whole house feel cozy.<\/p>\n

LIVING AREA<\/p>\n

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Daybed: Sundays<\/a>. Armchairs: Lulu & Georgia<\/a>. Lamp: Facebook Marketplace. Coffee table: \u201cthrifted at Goodwill for $20!\u201d Rug: Rugs USA<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

On clever furniture:<\/strong> This room contains both our dining room and living room, so I wanted to have two areas that flowed well. The daybed signals that each part of the room serves its own purpose. <\/p>\n

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On rug shopping:<\/strong> I love how a really big rug makes a room feel warm and grounded. I think people often don\u2019t get large enough rugs because they can be super expensive, but the company Rugs USA<\/a> does partnerships with interior designers and comes out with beautiful collections. If you\u2019re buying second-hand, look for a 100% wool rug. That way, you can just take it to a rug cleaner, and it will last forever.<\/p>\n

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On learning to thrift:<\/strong> Our family had a pretty fixed budget, so I grew up thrifting for clothes and furniture with my mom. Sometimes it felt embarrassing. All the other kids at school were wearing Abercrombie & Fitch, and I would have styles from Goodwill. But now I\u2019m proud that I\u2019ve developed the muscle to go into a store and seek out unassuming pieces that can work in our lives.<\/p>\n

KITCHEN<\/p>\n

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On family rituals:<\/strong> Zach, Nina, and I cherish our morning walks. When it\u2019s hot in L.A., we\u2019re out the door by 6 a.m. to catch the crisp morning air. At that time, the neighborhood is super quiet, and our daughter loves<\/em> the stroller, so everyone is content looking at the gardens and waving at a few neighbors with dogs. <\/p>\n

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On a pantry staple:<\/strong> I like baking with Trader Joe\u2019s bourbon vanilla bean paste<\/a>. It\u2019s affordable and has little vanilla bean flecks and a great depth of flavor. It also tastes great stirred into coffee. <\/p>\n

FAMILY ROOM<\/p>\n

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Bookshelves: \u201call three from Facebook Marketplace for $75.\u201d Marble side table: \u201chandmade by my husband\u2019s great-grandfather.\u201d Striped armchairs: Facebook Marketplace.<\/em><\/p>\n

On growing up in Minnesota:<\/strong> My American parents met while living in Stockholm, but they always planned on moving back to the U.S. We ended up settling in Minneapolis, close to my grandparents. Minneapolis is a decent-sized city with so much access to nature. The lakes are magical, and kids can just be kids. The winters there are brutal (those negative 40 wind chills!), but it\u2019s a great place to grow up.<\/p>\n

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Sofa with ottoman: Interior Define<\/a>. Coffee table: Sundays<\/a>. Throw pillows: Banana Republic Home<\/a>. Rug: Rugs USA<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

On negotiating tips:<\/strong> If you want to bargain with a Facebook Marketplace seller, let them know you can pick up the item right away. They\u2019re often open to accepting a lower price once they realize they won\u2019t have to negotiate with lots of people over a few days.<\/p>\n

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On a home sweet home:<\/strong> To me, thrifted pieces make a house feel like a home because you know they have stories behind them. They bring a sense of coziness and security, which feels especially nice since we live in a rental and don\u2019t know how long we\u2019ll stay.<\/p>\n

NURSERY<\/p>\n

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Paint: Old White by Farrow & Ball<\/a>. Glider: Oilo<\/a>. Crib: Namesake<\/a>. Rug: Rugs USA<\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n

On a funny thing about babies:<\/strong> Before becoming a mom, I didn\u2019t realize how quickly babies change. Nina has grown so much in this window of time. It feels like Nina\u2019s growing so much day to day. Within the past week she started sitting up by herself for the first time, and is babbling a ton. She has so much to say! It\u2019s wild to look at Zach every morning and be like, \u2018I swear she changed overnight.\u2019<\/p>\n

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Shelves: Amazon<\/a>. Chair: Charlie Crane<\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n

On pops of color:<\/strong> We wanted her nursery to feel fun and childlike, but also not super \u2018baby.\u2019 I painted the walls \u2018Old White\u2019 by Farrow & Ball<\/a> which makes it feel light and pretty, then relied on Nina\u2019s toys to add color and whimsy.<\/p>\n

PARENTS\u2019 BEDROOM<\/p>\n

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Bed: Lulu & Georgia<\/a>. Duvet: Jenni Kayne<\/a>. Lamp and side table: Facebook Marketplace. <\/em><\/p>\n

On easy TV:<\/strong> Zach and I recently decided that we needed to something light for winding down at night. We are getting back into Schitt\u2019s Creek<\/a> and I forgot how funny it is! My favorite character is Alexis, she\u2019s iconic.<\/p>\n

\"Jessica<\/a><\/p>\n

On motherhood surprises:<\/strong> Growing up, I worked as a nanny, so I thought I understood what it was like to be a parent. But the realities of becoming a mom knocked me on my face. It\u2019s very different going to someone\u2019s home, caring for their kids, and then going home to get a good night\u2019s sleep. The sleep loss has been real! On the other hand, being a mom has also been the most wonderful transition \u2014\u00a0to see the world through fresh eyes has been magical.<\/p>\n

Thank you so much, Jessica<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n

P.S. More home tours<\/a>, including a very colorful house in Connecticut<\/a> and a 175-square-foot Brooklyn studio<\/a>.<\/p>\n

(Photos by Leela Cyd<\/a> for Cup of Jo.) <\/p>\n

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