At Elizabeth Home, we believe in playing the high-low game—especially when it comes to that final layer that ties an entire space together. After months of construction, carefully chosen upholstery, and investment in case goods, many clients begin to experience what we call "designer fatigue." By the time we get to custom pillows, budget burnout sets in—and that essential finishing touch gets pushed to "someday."
But here's a little secret: the devil is in the details—and we've found clever, sustainable ways to deliver that final polish without asking our clients to stretch beyond their limits.
 
Every upholstery project results in unused yardage. Whether it's due to pattern repeats, bias-cut welts, or strategic placement of a motif, overage is always part of the equation. Traditionally, we tried to repurpose this fabric, but reusing the same pattern already present in the room rarely adds the needed layer of depth or interest. We want the pillows to introduce something new.
 
Enter the secondary fabric market. With many states now outlawing textiles in landfills, furniture manufacturers have begun offloading leftover bolts—unused, high-end fabrics—once they're no longer needed for production. These "unclaimed" yards are bundled and sold to secondary suppliers, who then reintroduce them into the marketplace at significantly lower prices.
 
This is where Courtland and Cait come in. With the advantage of being based in High Point and Raleigh, North Carolina—the furniture capital of the U.S.—they maintain direct relationships with top-tier furniture manufacturers and suppliers. This unique proximity gives them access to some of the best boutique and designer fabrics available, including many that would typically be cost-prohibitive. These fabrics aren't secondhand. They are pristine. They're simply surplus, often in shorter lengths or alternate dye lots, making them ideal for pillows, window treatments, or accent upholstery.
 
The cost of the final product ultimately depends on who makes it—their skill, attention to detail, and workmanship. However, with this sourcing approach, we can maintain high quality and reasonable prices.
 
So when we offer a beautiful pair of pillows for $350, this is how we do it. Thoughtfully sourced, sustainably minded, and always to elevate your space, right down to the very last detail