5 fun doormats for under $25

As this is technically the first post on Making it Home, I thought I'd welcome you all with a selection of cool, affordable doormats - all of which are available for under $25!
Ditch the basic black rubber for this fierce leopard-spotted doormat from Pier 1. Extra points are yours if you answer the door with your best purr.
$15 - Pier One


Cherry blossom branches are have become quite popular elements of paper goods and home decor. World Market is offering this cute cherry blossom doormat for just $14.99. Check out a more expensive alternative at Pottery Barn.
$14.99 - World Market


If stripes are more your style, head to The Home Depot and pick up the "sunset stripe" mat.
$15.97 - Home Depot


My husband and I almost picked up this skull and crossbones mat at a little housewares boutique in Brattleboro, Vermont last month, but decided we might frighten people away. However, after realizing how annoying the trick-or-treaters in our town are (parents apparently collect candy for themselves, too), perhaps we will shell out the $25 bucks.
$25 - Pure Modern


Avid sports fans don't have to collect team memorabilia to show their love of the game. Instead, you can be a bit more subtle and opt for the home plate mat from Uncommon Goods.
$25 - Uncommon Goods