Unlike some household staples, decorative ceramics typically are not a necessity. This means that you do not need to purchase your desired pieces as soon as they catch your eye in a store. You have the option to hunt for the best deal. This may make it easier for you to take your time searching local second-hand stores for the pieces you want. You also have more time to monitor sales to get amazing deals on brand-new ceramic decor.

Deana Lenz, the founder of Deana Lenz Interiors, also recommends waiting until ceramic decor goes on sale to snag pieces to decorate your home. “Any ceramic piece one can find on sale is a win,” Lenz told Real Simple. “They are beautiful to arrange on a coffee table, on top of books, or a small catch-all piece on a bedside table. Ceramics offer a rich, historic, and strong texture to any space.”

To take advantage of sales, you may find it helpful to make a list of the stores that sell the ceramic pieces you’ve been eyeing. You can then do your research to find out when these stores launch their sales and discounts. Most retailers have a markdown pattern for each of their departments. For example, Thursday is the best time to shop the home decor sales at Target.