Decorating tips and advice to help you create a beautiful home. Listening is like hiring a decorator, but it is free! Free and fun ~ lots of laughs mixed in with practical, useful & stylish decorating advice. Pull up a chair and join us!
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Blue Diamond Staging & Design owner, Kasia McDaniel, discusses home staging and decorating tips for your home. She does weekly podcasts that last about 10 minutes so you can go on with your day. Learn what you can do to prepare your home for sale, decorating tips for your new home, or update your existing home decor. Set up a consult at www.bluediamondstaginganddesign.com
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Fig & Farm at Home, Budget Decorating, Decor Tips, Decluttering, Home Styling, DIY Decor
Danielle Watson, Home Decorator, House Decor Coach, Home Styling
Create a cozy, comfortable home on a budget! * Do you spend hours on Pinterest pinning beautiful images? * Do you go over to a friend’s house and have decor envy? * Do you wonder where to start when it comes to decorating your house? * Are you frustrated every time you walk into your house because you haven’t taken any action on decor? * Do you wish you could create a cozy home on a budget? Friend, I’ve been there... This podcast inspires REAL moms with REAL homes and REAL budgets to transfo ...
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The Millennial Homemakers™: Interior Decorating, Hostessing, Homemaking, & Lifestyle Tips
Jackie Alexander & Jaclyn Humble
Join Jackie Alexander & Jaclyn Humble as they discuss homemaking for millennials. Millennial Homemakers is your resource for all things home, hostessing, DIYs & more. Tips & takeaways to achieve your Pinterest perfect home on a entry-level budget!
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254 // If you had 60 minutes to ask a home decorator ANYTHING, what would you ask? Behind the scenes on a Decorating SOS call with home owner, Alissa
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If you had 60 minutes to ask a home decorator ANY question about your home...what would you ask? You can cover A LOT of ground in a 60 minute conversation: area rugs, front door color, entryway benches, reupholstering said bench, correct furniture for the space, chair selections for a desk, how to style a landing area, opinions about whether to buy…
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Design Crimes - Confessions & Advice
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Style Crimes - oh there are many! No one is innocent! Anita & I included... Tune in to hear a multitude of style crimes - laugh along with us we call them out, fess up and defy the law! Not going to list the crimes here because it is so much more fun to listen to us dish about them, hear us come clean and plead guilty ! Here are a few other episode…
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#302 Eight teenage boy themes to try for your kid's bedroom
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Teenagers can be a moody bunch. I know because I have a few myself! But when it comes to their bedroom, I can hear the mom's and dad's eyes rolling now. They can be a helter-skelter mess. Some parents would love to help them get their room under control and just sweep everything up and start over. If your teenager is willing to work with you, they …
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253 // Paint is POWERFUL - The #1 recommendation to transform this tired 90s beige home into a cozy, cohesive lakeside retreat
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The DESIGN VAULT is open until May 31st!!!! Home design is never one size fits all and shouldn't be. Because home design is specific to the person and their home and includes several factors like: home, budget, timeline, design style, personality, color preferences, etc. each home owner looking for help within their home might need or want somethin…
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252 // Design Files: Three women, three homes, three amazing results
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SALE. SALE. SALE. SALE. SALE. SALE. SALE. Are you an ACTION taker or an inspiration hoarder, pinning beautiful home decor pictures on Pinterest like it's your job? In today's episode, I'm sharing how three different women, with three different budgets, learning styles, and aspirations for their homes took a different pathway to achieving the goals …
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Tips for Decorating with a Partner
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How do you decorate your home when your partner has strong opinions? There are some things you can do to make the process go more smoothly. DTT DEFINES: Japanning We are a part of the Amazon affiliate program, and if you make a purchase we can earn money. CRUSHES: Anita's crush are beautiful velvet curtains in a soft French blue HERE. Kelly's crush…
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251 // Do these 5 things to make your home look like a designer was just there styling for you
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So, you want your home to look like a designer was just there... Last week, in episode #249, I was answering a listener's question who wanted to know 'how to get the professional look' inside your home. Last week I shared 4 foundational ways you can create the look in your home that a designer was there doing the work. These four things are the bas…
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#301 Throw pillows - how many and what kind?
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Throw pillows can be something that you have too much of or not enough. In this episode, I want to go through a few rooms where throw pillows can help you stage or decorate a room and how many are too many. Join me!Mentioned in this episode: How to start staging your house now bit.ly/startstagingnow
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250 // Is cleaning your house a BORE? 3 steps to developing a cleaning routine that works for you
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Cleaning: do you love it OR do you hate it? It's no surprise when you visit Pinterest, Instagram or the interwebs that there are a multitude of cleaning systems that are promoted as THE BEST with promises of having the cleanest house you've ever had in the history of ever. But here's the thing... Unless you LOVE cleaning, I think it can be hard to …
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What's hot and what's not? Let's check in. We're moving away from cool colors and mass produced items. The new romantics are in - ribbon, pinks, reds, florals and dare I say lace is back. DTT defines Ebonising We are a part of the Amazon affiliate program, and if you make a purchase we can earn money. CRUSHES: Anita's crush is Risewell toothpaste H…
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249 // The secret to decorating your home like a professional
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How do you decorate your home to make it look like a professional did it? This is the question asked by one of our listeners - how do you get professional looking results when decorating your home? This is a two part series (subscribe to listen to part 2 on Tuesday, May 21st). Keep these four decorating principles in mind while decorating your home…
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#300 How to correctly use massive furniture items to decorate
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Large heavy furniture and accessories can overwhelm a room if it’s not used correctly. I had a client who recently wanted me to hang a large ornate mirror. When I came over, we discussed the location of where to hang it. Listen to what we decided to do with this large 5ft x 4 ft ornate mirror.Mentioned in this episode: Start Staging Now: www.bit.ly…
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248 // The outside of your home is a reflection of the inside: 4 Tips for boosting your home's curb appeal this weekend
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Did you know? The outside of your home is a reflection of the inside. Those scruffy looking plants, that unkept lawn and all the stuff on your front porch...those are telling a story about your home. Creating a home that you love coming home to doesn't just start once you open the front door, it starts when you turn into your driveway (or if we're …
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Doing neutrals right is more complicated that you would think. We're talking about undertones of colors, textures, and what you need to do neutrals right. Black works so well in a neutral room. Check out our episode on adding black to a room HERE. Check out the pillow covers from Jolie Marche HERE. DTT DEFINES Ormolu We are a part of the Amazon aff…
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247 // Is your living room furniture hanging out along the walls like a wallflower at a dance? 5 tips for creating an intentional, cozy living room
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Have you ever wondered how you can arrange your living room to look cozy? Today's quick tip comes as a question from Elizabeth, a listener, who wants to know "what goes together and how to arrange a room to look cozy." What goes together is determined once you know your personal design style. You can learn that here: Home Design 101 But how to arra…
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When staging a home, there seem to be a million and one tasks that you need to do before picture day. There are many things you could do, but I want to share a big one that might get overlooked when staging a home, and that is staging countertops. You may not think it’s a big deal but listen in to what you can quickly do that doesn’t cost a dime. …
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246 // Time for a new couch? Learn the BEST places to shop and tips for shopping with confidence with guest Alex Back from couch.com
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Is the thought of shopping for a new couch intimidating? In today's episode I'm talking with Alex Back, CEO and founder of couch.com. He's worked extensively with partners such as Costco, Bed Bath and Beyond and Amazon and his work has been highlighted in many publications such as Forbes, CNN and HGTV, among others. Alex is delighted to bring his e…
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The Color Every Room Needs - do you have it?
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Is your room missing this? Most decorators agree that every room needs a touch of black. Black lampshades always look great and are an easy way to add the touch of black you need to any room. See Kelly's suggestion HERE. Kelly's Hooker bookcase is lovely. See it HERE. Peppercorn & neutral stripe accent chair -take a book HERE. Black tray. See it HE…
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245 // Do you have too much stuff and not enough storage? 2 tips for reducing clutter
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Do you have too much stuff and not enough storage? In this episode, I'm answering a listener's question who asks: How do I reduce visual clutter if I have minimal storage? Decluttering is always a a solution, but HOW do you declutter and HOW do you make sense of how much to keep and how much to get rid of? When we think of our home as having natura…
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244 // 10 Things you can do to make your home look more expensive
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Do you wish your home looked more expensive? Just because you are on a budget, it doesn't mean your home has to look budget. In today's episode I'm sharing ten things you can do to your home that will instantly elevate the look, making your home look and feel more expensive...and the best part? Several of these ideas are free! Understanding scale, …
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Built to Rent - DTT Plus Episode
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Did you know there's a new type of home with amenities like a condo, but feels more like a single family home? Today on our DTT Plus episode, we're talking about build to rent homes that are small homes with small yards, and a one car garage, but you don't own them, they are only to rent. Are they for you? Let's discuss. Need help with your home? W…
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Must Know Decorating Tips - a DTT Classic
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We had so much more to say after the MUST KNOW DECORATING TIPS part 1, that we had to record a part 2! This part 2, unlike many sequels, is just as great as part 1 - maybe even better! You can find part 1 HERE. Here are just a few of the MUST KNOW DECORATING TIPS we shared in this episode. ~ Scale your furniture to the room size & ceiling height; ~…
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#298 Rental home decorating tips
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The short term rental (or STRs) are crazy around here and towns have been tightening rules on them here in NC. Not sure about where you live, but having a rental property is another revenue stream for people who are trying to make ends meet. But if you are renting out a home, condo or apartment there are a few things you should keep in mind when it…
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243 // 3 ways you could be making decorating your home harder than it has to be
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Do you ever wonder why it's SO hard to decorate your home? In today's episode we're talking about 3 ways you could be making decorating harder than it has to be and what to do about it. Here it is in a nutshell...get help! If you are wanting a home that looks different (no matter WHAT that different is) tomorrow than it does today, get help. Someho…
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What can you accomplish working with a decorator? What kind of information will you get from a pro? Let's discuss. You can work with someone locally, or you can work with someone virtually. You can find out more about our consults HERE. DTT DEFINES EMPIRE STYLE We are a part of the Amazon affiliate program, and if you make a purchase we can earn mo…
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242 // Shift your perspective on plants using this House Rule by special guest Myquillyn Smith
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What rules are you following when you're decorating your home? In today's podcast episode I'm speaking with special guest, New York Times Bestselling author, Myquillyn Smith about this idea that when it comes to our homes there should be suggestions and guidelines to follow - never hard and fast rules. Myquillyn agrees that design is teachable and …
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What Makes Your House Look Cheap!
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You might want to avoid doing these things if you don't want your house to look 'not so good'. Some things on our 'no-no' list are grommet curtains, mini blinds, popcorn ceilings, and small artwork on a large wall. DTT defines Anaglypta We are a part of the Amazon affiliate program, and if you make a purchase we can earn money. Anita's Amazon favor…
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#297 House on the market but very little showings. Now what?
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So you put your house up for sale and are waiting with bated breath for the first offer. And you wait. And wait. And nothing. Very few showings and not much interest. So now you wonder, well now what? How do I get buyers to show up? Let’s talk about what you should look for in this week’s podcast episode. Mentioned in this episode: Secret to Sellin…
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241 // Does your house feel boring, embarrassing, blah? 2 tips for using how it feels to inspire your design
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How does your home FEEL? When it comes to decorating our homes, we often stay stuck in a place of reason. Understandably so, especially when it comes to making practical decisions based on budget, decisions surrounding big ticket items, long term choices, etc. But FEELING shouldn't be dismissed. Knowing how you feel about your home in it's current …
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What to SAVE On - tips and advice
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Where can you save money when you're decorating a room? We'll fill you in! Previously we talked about where we think it's worth splurging. You can find the episode HERE. Today we're focusing on areas where you can really save some money. See the inexpensive pillow covers Kelly was raving about HERE and HERE. Unfinished wooden counter stools HERE. D…
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240 // Do you have a design style that you are trying to bring into your home, but don't know how?
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California Casual Do you have a design style that you are trying to bring into your home, but don't know how? Your 'style' may not be California Casual, but you've heard 'fancy' designers call it something. That's great, but how do you know how to make it come alive in your own home? In this episode I'm answering Sofia's question about how to bring…
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#296 Three ideas on how to stage your basement
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Basements can be transformed into usable space in your home. The size of your basement can limit the ways on how you use it but it can be a great space for a number of things. If you have a basement and selling your house soon, you will want to listen in on this episode.Mentioned in this episode: Willow Brook Printable https://www.etsy.com/shop/Wil…
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239 // 'Fancy' designers DON'T want you to know THIS about decorating your home, but I'm spilling the beans!
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Did you miss the BACK TO BASICS BOOTCAMP? If you missed the home decorating workshop, Back to Basics Bootcamp, you're in for a real treat today. I'm pulling back the curtain once again to share what it's like inside my workshop. What you'll hear is the start of a two day conversation surrounding: THE #1 THING YOU SHOULD DO WHEN YOU ARE WANTING TO L…
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Faux Yes or No - DTT Plus Episode
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Should you add faux flowers? Do they cheapen a room or add something? There's some bad faux flowers out there, but there's also some that are quite nice. Of course, we prefer real, but if you travel a lot or can't afford real, then it's worth checking out some good faux flowers. And if you decide to buy faux flowers, check out our tips for buying t…
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It is said that design is in the details. Well, we think it is everywhere big & small, ... but the details definitely separate a nice room from a fabulous room. Details give personality, charm & style to your decor. Today we give you several simple ideas for adding details that will easily make your rooms fabulous! Use Kelly's idea for hanging mirr…
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238 // Do you know your design style? Learn how to identify it so you can decorate your home with less overwhelm
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Do you ever wonder...where do you START when you want to decorate your home or re-fresh a single room? Starting BIG with a purchase could possibly be the worst thing you could do as you begin re-designing your home. So, put away your credit card and grab a notebook and a pen because you'll want to pay attention to the DETAILS. Learning your design …
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It’s officially spring time and you know what that means! Pollen!!!! Oh wait that’s here in North Carolina. Anyway, yes spring means allergies too but when it comes to owning a house, you know that spring cleaning should be on your list. And I have a few things that I need to work on this spring that I’ve been neglecting for some time now. So let’s…
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237 // She thought she had decision fatigue, but she DOESN'T: A behind the scenes look inside Home Design 101 coaching with student, Susan
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"I have decision fatigue!" These were the words my Home Design 101 student, Susan, said when we were talking about her couch. Decision Fatigue is when you are so overwhelmed with the myriad of choices in front of you that you don't know how to narrow it down in order to make a design decision. Turns out, Susan does NOT have decision fatigue. She kn…
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