Are you over decorating your home? Does it look stiff and just a little too perfect? Do you have just too much stuff? Yikes - does it look like you are trying too hard? If so you are over-decorating. We discuss how to avoid over-decorating today. Kelly mentioned the episode on how to work with patterns (episode 15) and you can listen to it HERE DTT defines rafter tails We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at...

We've got so many ideas to help you freshen up your home for LESS. Affordable tips that will transform your rooms Check out Anita's tablecloth that she described HERE You can see Anita's brand new look in her hallway HERE Anita's blue cabinets are HERE You can listen to our episode on faux plants HERE We actually defined 'ceruse' in a previous episode, and you can listen to it HERE DTT defines ticking We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a sma...

Sharing our personal secrets on shopping for antiques, consignment, estate sales, thrift and market places. We know where and how to get the goods.Now you will too! Listen in... If you want to study American silver hallmarks, try Kovel’s American silvermarks HERE If you want to study English silver hallmarks, try Jackson’s Guide to Hallmarks HERE CRUSHES: Anita is crushing on the audiobook Eliza Hamilton: The extraordinary life and times of the wife of Alexander Hamilton HERE Kelly loves these...

Destress by organizing your home. We have easy tips and tricks to help you get everything in order. Take a deep breath and listen - you've got this and we are here to help! We love getting organized, because we understand just how much it makes your life happier and calmer. DTT defines tunnel tab top curtains We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. CRUSHES: Kelly's Crush The book - He...

Let's decorate your house with cozy decor under $50! A little does a lot when you know what to pick & how to style it. Listen and learn today... We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Faux Fur Table Runner (the World Market one is sold out, but here's one from Amazon.) HERE Antique Botanical Print SET of 4 (8x10) - $29.70 HERE Antelope pillow cover in the 18x18 size - $48.95 HERE Small...

It's not the devil that is in the details - it's the DESIGN! The design is in the details and we are talking all about it today. Details are fun to add, and they make the design in many ways. All of these items can be found online. Anita's favorites are below. The pillow shop on Etsy is HERE The wallpaper is HERE The travel poster is HERE The tablecloth is HERE We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no ext...

Sleep isn't just something you do at night. It's important to your physical and mental health. That's when your body does most of the healing work, so let's talk today about how to set up your bedroom to get the best sleep possible. Sleep article HERE We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Blue light glasses HERE Weighted blanket HERE Smart bulbs HERE Plug in Sconce HERE Pillow Spray H...

Are you ready for a kitchen update? Today we're talking about easy changes you can make to your kitchen, nothing big, nothing expensive. You'd be amazed at how much you'll love your kitchen by making some simple changes. The blog post about updating kitchen cabinet doors using plywood is HERE CRUSHES: Anita's crush is this organic hibiscus tea from Egypt HERE Kelly's crush is the Tinkle razor HERE SCHEDULE A DESIGN CONSULT: Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consul...

Discussing the 2023 design trends today! We've got lots to say to keep you up to date, on trend, but not 'trendy'! Must listen for all design lovers... So many trends hang on for more than one year, while others fizzle out quietly with little more than a whimper after a year. So many things are out this year like shiplap and all gray interiors. Wallpaper is hot, and so much more. Kelly mentioned the luxury for less episode you can find HERE DTT defines Dutch dresser. CRUSHES: Anita's crush is...

We are sharing decor from our wish lists today. We know you'll love these special pieces too. Listen in for our stylish finds/wants and treat yourself or the decorist you love! Here's our list! glass pitcher with purple trim (SOLD OUT) regular $65 on sale for $15 artichoke serving bowl, terracotta in white (SOLD OUT) $95 We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. House of Hackney silk e...

Christmas decorating does not have to be an endurance test. If you are thinking about freeing yourself from the bin, this is the episode for you! Learn the holiday decor hot spots that you can focus on to great impact without all the effort. Less is MORE at Christmas time when your decor is elegant & considered. We go room to room & give you specific ideas on how to create a beautiful statement for the holidays. There are soooo many easy, elegant & lovely ideas in this episode - listen in! ...

If you are looking for Christmas decorating ideas we have the answers & items for you. Its easy to get in the spirit & make your home beautiful, just listen! It's the most wonderful time of the year, and we're here to get you ready!!! Below are our picks for our favorite Christmas decor this year. (We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you.) 12 days of Christmas dessert plates by designe...

Gray was a HOT decor trend. Today we discuss whether it is still relevant and whether it is a classic choice for your home. Did you paint your walls gray? Buy a gray sofa? Go all the way with gray? Are you thinking of painting over the gray? Take a listen before you pick up your paint brush or change your furnishings. The cool grays are out and were really never a good choice. We love these gray wall paints: BM Owl Gray BM Stonington Gray BM Edgecomb Gray BM Rockport Gray BM Silver Chain...

Making your living room work for you in a stylish way is what we are talking about today. This is where many families hang out and entertain friends and family. It's the room that typically gets the most use. Even if you call it a family room, let's get this room working for you in a way that looks fantastic! We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Anita found this gorgeous blue and whi...

Luxury can be affordable, if you know where to look. These luxury details can really make your home feel special, and why not go for it, since these ideas fit with a lot of budgets. Here are a few specific ideas. Linen tea towel HERE Monogram napkins HERE Silk pillowcase HERE We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Brushed brass cabinet pulls HERE Raspberry yellow throw with fringe is ...

Today we share our favorite Fall decorating tips and tricks. Fall is such a wonderful time of year to decorate. Grab your pumpkin spice latte & let's get to it! See Anita's velvet pumpkins HERE We got our velvet pumpkins HERE (We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you.) Today's Crushes: Kelly's crush is a set of small felted pumpkins HERE Anita's crush is Milieu magazine on Instagram HERE ...

It's your house, we want you to love it. So if you aren't loving it, we're here to help you get back in that Honeymoon phase. Maybe it just needs a refresh to be re-loved. Let's find out ... listen in! Pillows and paint can go a long way to transform your home! DTT defines Portiere We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Anita's crush is the Merlin Bird identification app HERE Kelly'...

Get the designer look without hiring one! We're covering the secrets that most designers know and use every day! Here are a JUST a few of our tips we mentioned in this episode...listen in for the rest. Use vintage to get a unique look! You don't want your house to look like everyone else's house. Use color with caution! Add luxury to every room Layer details in the room Add a bit of black to your room DTT DEFINES davenport, sofa and Anita's crush is Bettie Bearden Pardee's home tour on Y...

We love fall decor and we know you do too! Let's dive into some fabulous AFFORDABLE fall decor finds. curated for you. They are all under $50. We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Fall plaid throw blanket HERE Felted acorns, set of 24 HERE Black watch tartan plaid placemats HERE Birch log bundle HERE Soft edge velvet ribbon HERE Pumpkin plaque window hanger HERE White ceramic pumpkin...

Your stuff should serve YOU, not the other way around. Today we urge you to take action along with us and get rid of the stuff not serving you. Grab a bag or a box and turn us up! Today we help free you from the stuff bogging you down. This episode is not only action based, it is pretty funny too. Let's get it done & have a few laughs too. We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Cru...

We're interviewing Betsy from Affordable Interior Design podcast today. She's got loads of tips that she's sharing with us. Her first tip is that even though prices have gone sky-high, textiles are still affordable. Another terrific tip from Betsy is the product Rub & Buff. Listen to learn what it does and pick up a tube HERE. You can find Betsy HERE Listen to Betsy's podcast HERE and subscribe so you never miss an episode. You can even submit questions for Betsy to answer on air! We were gue...

Today we are discussing a gorgeous London townhouse full of ideas you can use in your home. It's full of great ideas for color and pattern to liven up your home. You don't have to see photos of the townhouse to get the ides, but it's a great idea to check it out to get the full benefit of the episode. Find it HERE This home is owned by the talented Alice Palmer who who owns Alice Palmer. co HERE She creates beautiful lampshades, pillows, and other things for her online shop and her house was ...

Stop - Listen - Save - Style! Often when we work with clients we talk them out of stuff which ends up saving $ and adding style. Today we'll do the same for you! You've got to listen to get the list of all the things we'd talk you out of...2 top things are...media rooms and gallery walls. Our magazine episode is HERE Hot Topic With their states reopened, summer showhouses move ahead Anita's crushes are these paints - Sherwin Williams Georgian Revival Blue Steamed White Stone Lion You can ...

We want you to create or hone your own signature style! Do you already have a signature style! Let's talk about refining it. Don't have one yet? Let's talk about getting started. It's all about creativity, expressing your personality and having fun. It's fine to copy things you like, but try to add your own spin on it, to make it your own. Check out Anita's signature style in her Instagram feed HERE Check out Kelly's signature style in her Instagram feed HERE Our IG feature is Susan Kaufman HE...