Is the dining room dead? We have lots to say & share on this debated decor topic. Today we delve deep into the dining room & we say, the dining room is .... Well, you need to listen to find out!

Is the dining room dead? We have lots to say & share on this debated decor topic. Today we delve deep into the dining room & we say, the dining room is .... Well, you'll need to listen to find out! The dining room has been around for a long time, but many new homes are being built without dining rooms. Is this going to last? The interior design site Modsy saw a 156% increase in buyers that want a dining room between 2018 and 2019. DTT defines change order. We participate in the affiliate pro...

Learn how to use color most pleasingly & effectively in your home. Today we discuss color theory, the psychology of color and how colors work or don't work for YOU! Let's color your world & get it right! Color therapy has been around since the ancient Egyptians and now there is research to support the idea that color affects you. You can find the color wheel and more info about the color wheel in this BHG magazine article HERE DTT defines punch list Color your world & light it up ...

Learn how to use color most pleasingly & effectively in your home. Today we discuss color theory, the psychology of color and how colors work or don't work for YOU! Let's color your world & get it right! Color therapy has been around since the ancient Egyptians and now there is research to support the idea that color affects you. You can find the color wheel and more info about the color wheel in this BHG magazine article https://www.bhg.com/decorating/color/basics/color-wheel-color-chart/ DT...

Tips, tricks and products for the cleanest of clean and why cleaning is good for your home and health.

It's time to throw up the windows and grab your supplies. Let's get excited about cleaning! There are so many benefits to a sparkling clean home. Ok, if you can't get excited, maybe just get motivated to get the house cleaned. Our tips, tricks, advice and enthusiasm will help. 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. You need a stiff brush to use on grout tile like the one HERE Aunt Fann...

Spring is almost here and it's time to get your house ready for Spring. Sure it's time for spring cleaning, but it also the time to refresh your decor. We're sharing what our favorite spring things to do to our homes and some specific products. Kelly loves these items Chintz napkins Green linen table runner Nest 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. White garden stool Vintag...

It is time to freshen up your decor and home for Spring! We have fabulous ideas to share and beautiful seasonal pieces you will love. Listening is like a breath of spring air for your home! Here are a few of the items we share. Listen in for the rest... Kelly loves these items Chintz napkins Green linen table runner Nest 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. White garden stool Vint...

Listen and learn how to design the perfect bedroom for beauty and beauty sleep! Your bedroom is the last room you see before you go to sleep and the first one you see when you wake up in the morning, so shouldn't it be glorious? We're breaking down the parts of this room, and giving tips on making it beautiful so you have the perfect beginning and ending of each day. We have so many episodes on bedrooms, and we've included some of our favorites below. Tips on making your bedroom feel bigger H...

What can you do to add value to your home now? What doesn't add value? Do you know that you can add 10% of value to your home just by doing a good job of maintaining it? Listen and learn the other aspects, improvements & changes that can add substantial value to your home and those that you may want to skip. You might be surprised & save money as a result. DTT defines Chintzware We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified p...

Are you stuck on a trend that has lost its traction? Trends are fun while they last, but when they are over, they are SO over. We're talking today about the trends we think are outta here and should be out of your home. You can find the Architectural Digest article where Anita was interviewed about Country French decor HERE DTT DEFINES transferware 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...

Small is the new BIG! Listen and learn how to style a small space; how styling a small space different from styling a big space and key tips to getting it right so a small space lives large. Let's discuss! Flexibiity is key, as is removing clutter, but there is so much more to it in this master class on small space styling - LISTEN IN! DTT Defines: Tester Kelly's crush is the white ceramic & gold 29" Julian Lamp with shade. See it HERE NOTE - there was a price increase since Kelly's purchase....

Listen and learn how to embrace the perfectly imperfect home that you inhabit. Nobody is perfect and no home is either so chill and enjoy where you are now. Today we explore the concept of Wabi Sabi as a trend, attitude & approach. Wabi Sabi goes deeper than just being chill. It is an an attitude & approach to living that dates back to ancient times. In recent years the term has crept into the home deocr venacular. Today we discuss what it mean to approach life & home in a Wabi Sabi way, the...

Achieve the effortlessly elegant style of the French with our decorating advice and tips. What is it about the French? They seem to create gorgeous interiors effortlessly without taking a designer approach. Let's talk about how they do it. The Oeil de Boeuf mirror is such a unique look. You can find one HERE DTT Defines: Intaglio Today's Crushes: Kelly's crush is the home decor site Mintwood Home - have a look HERE. We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We...

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...