We purchased our very first home last September (2015) and have been working to make it our cozy retreat ever since. We had a corner of our living room that was empty, except for some wall outlets on either side, but we couldn't seem to find the perfect piece to place there. That is, until we had the idea to use up a pallet some friends had given us! It is the first piece of 'furniture' that we have built together and was a fun learning experience (with a little help from Dad). We love the feeling it adds to the room and as a bonus, we are so excited to have a place to hang stockings this year! (The candles, of course, are LED and NOT real to keep things safe.)