We've talked about creating your own signature style HERE But you know what's just as important? We think it's developing your own signature color palette. It's important to decide what colors you want to use. Limiting these colors to your signature ones, will help your home to feel cohesive. It helps when you want to move things from one room to another, and it makes it easier when you are shopping for decor. Try to stick to 3-5 colors for your palette. We mentioned the episode about china cab...

We all have a budget, and it's so hard to stick to it. Today we're talking about how to not blow your budget, and we've got some of our favorite tips to share. Staying on budget means that you need to think about the long haul, and not about instant gratification. Sometimes you have to wait for that special thing. Don't fall into the trap of buying filler pieces that you don't don't really like. It's okay to have empty spaces in your home. Be sure you know what items cost, then you'll know it w...

Decorating Mistakes - learn to spot, avoid & fix them. From furniture placement to color, flow and much more. We cover so much today - take notes, look around your house. Are you making any of these mistakes? Don't fret if you are most are an easy fix & we tell you how! We cover so much in this epsiode - from making a plan for decorating to nitty gritty details. Anita is loving a pillow that Kelly shared from the recent Amazon Deals episode. Buy we knew she would love it! See the toile pillow ...

Today we are sharing our best must know decorating tips! These are the best of the best tips to make your home beautiful, comfortable & happy. Some of our BEST MUST KNOW TIPS are: Consider the big picture before you start decorating Take a photo of the room before you start. It will reveal truths your eyes might be ignoring. Remember Function trumps style Go bold in small spaces Use unmatched chairs at the table Keep key dimensions on your phone so you have them with you when shopping Us...

We have something complementary for you today ... a lesson in COMPLEMENTARY colors and how to use them to your advantage in your decorating. Blue - Orange Yellow - Purple Green - Red Yup, those are the 'complementary' colors, but are they or are they not. Science says they are and we explain how you can use them in your home to great effect. Plus we ring in on things like the Howard Johnson's logo and what to do with your kids when you want to DIY... all in this one episode. Tune in for al...

It's so easy to update your bathroom without breaking the budget. There are so many things you can do for under $100, and we've got a long list of things you can do. 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. Rectangular mirror with gold frame HERE Round mirror black frame HERE Frameless pivoting mirror in chrome HERE Rounded rectangle gold mirror HERE Toilet paper holder in gold HERE Blac...

We know, you want to know! Know what makes your house look dated. We tell you today! It's easy to get UPDATED with our tips &tricks. Kelly shared her hilarious personal story about vertical blinds in episode 79 at the 25 minute, 10 second part. HERE Check out these tips on covering your popcorn ceiling HERE DTT defines knee wall Kelly's crush is Porte & Hall the mat experts. See their products HERE. We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a smal...

Green is such a great color to work with in your home. It's elevates your mood and reminds us of nature. We're also sharing our favorite green décor items. There are three studies that show the benefits of adding green to your home. HERE HERE and HERE Green paint colors Behr In the Moment HERE BM Storm cloud gray HERE BM Sagebrush HERE BM Vintage Vogue HERE Farrow and Ball Green Smoke HERE BM Soft Fern HERE We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receiv...

What are your undertones? We're talking about those tones that you may not notice at first glance, but affect how the paint colors work together. Let's discuss. Listen in & learn about undertones & you'll crack the code of neutrals in your decor. Kelly's post on true gray paint colors. Read it HERE. Neutrals we love: Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray Ben Moore Revere Pewter Ben Moore Gray Ben Moore Huntington White Sherwin Williams Natural Choice Farrow & Ball Blue Leaning Gray Ben Moore...

Whether designing, renovating or tweaking the decisions you make for your kitchen are critical. You are sure to get it all right with our tips and tricks. We cover it all from cabinets to fixtures & everything in between. Listen in to get it right! Your kitchen is the hub of your home. It's important to get it right, since families spend so much time there, and it's the room that impacts your home value the most. Learn all about range hoods & BTUs HERE. Eliminate unsightly outlets with this t...

Transform your home into something truly special with our clever tips & tricks that add character! Today we discuss exteriors, interiors & the elements that will take a basic house and turn it into a beautiful home. Adding details to your home can make all the difference. Fortunately, many of these details are easy to add. We talk through so many today. See the hanging barn doors on Anita's blog HERE. Anita's reference to the Edith & Evelyn blog & their "how to plank a popcorn ceiling" tutor...

When should you splurge on something for your house, and when should you save? That's a more complex question and answer than some people realize. We're discussing this topic today, and giving you some links to products we found that don't require a splurge. Beautiful sofa from Pottery Barn HERE Our best advice for buying a sofa online HERE Comfy mattress from Awara HERE We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases a...

Summertime and the living (and decorating) is easy! There are so many simple ideas to freshen up for this season. Summer decorating might just be more about what you take away than what you add. Remove and store away any items that say winter. That is includes the beloved furry Mongolain pillows! Maybe you take down drapes & let the room bask in even more sunlight. If you are adding for summer, how about: A straw hat casually hung on a hook or from a chair back; HERE We participate in the Am...

If it's isn't fun, you're not doing it right. Decorating is a fun, exciting experience, at least it should be. If it stresses you, then sit down, relax and take a listen. Don't worry about your house being perfect! Embrace the imperfections and focus on what you love about your house. Reduce clutter, give yourself some grace, and complete those unfinished house projects that are driving you nuts. DTT defines Mullion We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We m...

Blue is one of the most popular colors people use in decorating, and it is calming and peaceful. There's lots of reasons to use blue in your room, so we're going to talk about how to do it and share some of our favorite blue home décor items. Anita's Blue Decor: Farrow and Ball Lulworth Blue paint HERE Benjamin Moore Water's Edge paint HERE Benjamin Moore Hale Navy paint HERE Benjamon Moore Blue Note paint HERE snow leopard blue jay fabirc HERE gable damask blueridge fabric HERE bandar marine ...

Just because it's a rental, doesn't mean it has to feel temporary. Let's make your rental feel like home. Relax, unpack the boxes and settle in. The video on how to apply faux marble contact paper is 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. The stainless steel contact paper is HERE DTT defines the difference between a loveseat and a settee. Kelly's crush is the melamine peony plate...

Today we are going chapter & verse on how to style a bookcase and have a bonus interview with the savvy Book Club girl podcast hosts who share their favorite design books. You can find the Book Club Girls podcast HERE and 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. The Book Club Girls recommended these design books. 150 Best of the Best Apartment Ideas HERE The Little Book of Hygge HE...

Learn to make all the right furniture moves to get your home arranged perfectly! It's all about balance, scale, symmetry, focal points, zones, and we're talking about all of it. Anita's sliders are HERE Our newest sponsor is Every Plate - now more than ever delicious & affordable meal kits at your door make sense for everyone. Every Plate serves up delicious & affordable meal kits at your door so you can serve a healthy & tasty dinner. Get 3 weeks of Every Plate meal kits for only $2.99 a meal....

It's true, your grandma's house might be on trend now! There are many nostalgic things that are hot, hot, hot now. Listen & find out what they are and if your are on trend. Check out our episode on spring decor under $50 HERE The specific items we discussed are linked below. Wallpaper from Pasted Paper HERE Vintage appliances from Elmira HERE Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layou...

Today we will make you a master at creating vignettes! What's a vignette? A grouping of décor items, and we're teaching you how to put them together to make your home gorgeous! We have several items that we recommend to make your vignette look magnificent. Check out the links below. *DTT is now on YouTube!! * Listen and WATCH a favorite episode HERE. Then SUBSCRIBE to Kelly's channel and tap the notifcation bell so you never miss a VIDEO episode of DTT! We participate in the affiliate progr...

It's amazing how much more you love your home when it's organized. We think it's worth so worth the effort to organize, and today we have an guest who is an expert on organization to share her tips. Visit Jessica's site where you can read her blog, learn more about her service and order her new BOOK! Click HERE Reserve your copy of Jessica's book Sweet Home Organized Home HERE Follow Jessica on Instagram HERE. *DTT is now on YouTube!! * Listen and WATCH a favorite episode HERE. Then SUBSCRIB...

If your bedroom feels a bit cramped for space, did you know you can do a few simple things to create the illusion of space? You don't need to move walls, or add square footage, just listen to the episode. *DTT is now on YouTube!! * Listen and WATCH a favorite episode HERE. Then SUBSCRIBE to Kelly's channel and tap the notification bell so you never miss a VIDEO episode of DTT! DTT living room challenge TEP 11: START WITH THE BIG PIECES Start shopping for pieces you love, starting with the ...

The flowers are beginning to bloom and the temperatures are warming up, so it's time to get your house ready for Spring. We scoured the internet and found the best spring decor for under $50. Check out our curated list. Anita's suggestions: moss bunny, sitting 5 inches tall HERE Robin's eggs, set of 3 HERE SAFAVIEH Handmade Chelsea Rubi French Country Floral Wool Rug - 1'8" x 2'6" HERE We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for quali...

Looking for a fresh look? Today we're covering so many great ideas that you can implement now. Ideas that are easy to do & inexpensive. DTT living room challenge STEP 9: PLAN YOUR LIGHTING Once you have a furniture plan, use the same floor plan to map out your lighting. Consider all sources of light. Your deliverable: A lighting map—and a list lighting that needs to be purchased. DTT DEFINES Matelassé Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer ...