So many people are interested in downsizing, but how do you do it, without regrets? How do you go with less stuff and more joy? Let's discuss. We mentioned 'The Urge to Purge' episode that you can find HERE You can check out Anita's daybed HERE We mentioned our consults, where we offer our ideas for your room, answer your questions, encourage you in your quest for a beautiful home HERE DTT living room challenge STEP 8: MEASURE AND CREATE A FLOOR PLAN Now that you know your needs and wants, it...

If you want a high end look to your decor, but you don't have a high end budget - LISTEN! We are sharing our best tips to teach you how to fake a high end look. We love saving money, and we love decorating without spending too much. Insider Tip!! Get swatches from Decorator's Best. Go 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. Kelly referred to Tara Shaw's book Soul of the Home. Get...

Feel the freedom of an organized house when you give in to the 'urge to purge'. It's even more fun than buying something new. Take a listen and see what we mean. Firstly, please find someone to give your discards to. If you have old towels or blankets, check with your local humane society to see if they will take them. Secondly try to do a declutter at least once a year. If you don't the job will become too overwhelming and you won't even want to start it. Put like things together, that way y...

Style - Do you have it? Want to know how to get it? Today we are sharing the secrets to developing a signature style. Our DTT living room challenge is step FIVE. Create a list of what you'll keep, what you'll give away and what you are going to sell. Kelly's style icon to know is India Hicks. See India's vibe, homes and style in these places: Her site HERE Her IG HERE Her books HERE, HERE, and HERE Anita thinks Paula Sutton has a very unique and joyful personal style Her book HERE Her IG HER...

Some trends stick around for awhile, and others die out quickly. Today we're talking home decor trends from 2021 that are poised to stick around for 2022. These are the trends that have some staying power we expect to see for awhile. DTT defines Etagere For the DTT living room challenge, choose a decorating style and main colors for your room. 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. K...

The steps to decorate a room are about the same, no matter whether it's a bedroom, living room, or bathroom. These are the steps we go through every time. DTT defines chesser Our DTT living room challenge today is to create a mood board or a Pinterest board that focuses on pictures of your inspiration rooms. Kelly's crush is The Organic Gardening Podcast. Subscribe & listen HERE. We participate in the Amazon Associates and other affiliate programs, so if you buy an item after clicking thru t...

High style at low cost is such a easy thing to achieve if you know a few tricks of the trade. High style doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. There are some very simple things you can do to get you there, and we've tried so many of them. We're sharing our favorite ways to rev up style without breaking the bank. One thing you can do, for example, is to declutter your home or freshen up your paint, but we've got so many more ideas. Come take a listen. Be sure to watch Kelly's video on low cost ...

Talking KITCHEN TRENDS today! You need to keep up on all the news on the heart of your home. We'll fill you in so join us. Things are heating up in the kitchen, and there are a lot of changes on the horizon. Let's talk trends today. It's all looking very cozy and colorful. Check out Anita's countertop cabinets HERE Anita also has open shelves in her butler's pantry HERE We participate in the Amazon Associates and other affiliate programs, so if you buy an item after clicking thru the links we ...

It's January, which means it's a great time to organize your home. Getting your home organized means you'll find things more easily, you'll know what you have so you don't buy duplicates, and your stress will be reduced. That's a whole lot of benefit! Today we're giving our best organizational tips and we've got some great products we're sharing that will help you stay organized. We participate in the Amazon Associates and other affiliate programs, so if you buy an item after clicking thru the...

Your home should be your "happy place" ! We've got tips and ideas for ways to make your home just that for you and your family. It's easy to implement our advice. Affiliate statement HERE Get a diffuser! This stone one is stunning. See it HERE. Make your front door more inviting. You can add a new door mat, a planter or something else such as a wreath for your front door. New "Hello" door mat. Get it HERE. How about a lantern by your door? This one is lovely HERE. First declutter your home....

We want you to love your bedroom! It's the first thing you see in the morning and the last thing you see at night. Make it a great view. It's your sanctuary! After listening to this episode you will be well on your way to the bedroom sanctuary of your dreams! The giveaway is over. For ideas for art over your bed listen to our wall art episode. Click HERE. See Kelly's bedroom & furry bench HERE. Watch Kelly's bedroom sanctuary VIDEO HERE. Have a look at Anita's latest bedroom project HERE. ...

We're covering the 20 key steps to EXPERTLY decorating a room. We are going through them in order so listen up and grab your pencil! These are our 20 STEPS for creating a decorating plan. A plan is absolutely essential to getting your rooms right, staying on budget and having fun in the process. No skipping ahead & no buying until STEP 19!! One STEP invloves determining your style. Listen to our episode on just that HERE. A limited color palette is discussed in this episode HERE and many ot...

This is a very special episode because it's our 500th DTT!! We love sharing our best decorating tips and we appreciate you for coming along for the ride. Today we are talking over our top tips and favorite episodes, so buckle up and let's go! We appreciate you so much, and we couldn't have done this without you. Thank you so much for listening!! The giveaway is over. We mentioned our episode on how to decorate light for Christmas HERE Our favorite episodes! 483 How to create a timeless look ...

These décor mistakes make us CRINGE! Most cringe worthy mistakes are easy to avoid or fix. Do you have any of these in your home? Let's find out... It's not that we're looking for design crimes to prosecute. We like to think of it as diagnosing problem areas so they can be cured. As always we like to say that if you have any of these issues in your home and you love them, then keep them. At the end of the day, it's your home! DTT defines Duponi silk. Kelly's crush is a book: The Chancellor ~...

It's that time of year! As we prepare for Christmas, we're thinking of the people we love, and what they might want ( and maybe what we'd like too!) We love shopping for gifts, and we've curated our favorite home decor gifts all in one place. These are things we think you'll love, and maybe someone on your list might like one or two. Some are one of a kind items. What about the gift of a consult with us? We'd LOVE to talk to you or anyone you want to gift a consult to. Find the information HERE...

Decorating a bare wall can be very daunting. It's big, so big and how much do you need to put on it? Can you put too much on it? Should you leave it as is? We discuss that and so much more today! Join Kelly for incredible $1 SALES over the weekend on the Tucasa App. Download the app HERE and then watch some lives & join the scavenger hunt for literal ONE DOLLAR sales!! This week DTT Defines railroaded. Anita's crush is this fun article you'll enjoy if you are a lover of murder mysteries. It's...

Before you invite guests over, you'll want to listen to this episode. We're talking about what you can do in your dining room to make it a fabulous space for entertaining and many other things.

Our trend forecast for 2022 is here and we're excited! We love so much about what's on the horizon with the upcoming trends, and we think you'll be excited too when you hear what's coming. Things are changing!

It's that time of year to start thinking about Christmas and how you want to decorate. We've scoured the internet and found some special items for you, all are under $50!

This is the perfect time to look at your house with eyes wide open & implement some quick & inexpensive refreshes! We all get blinded to what is around us as we see it everyday. Look with intention and shake things up a bit for a new fresher look! Here are some hints regarding what we are suggesting you freshen up...

There are 5 versatile 'MUST HAVE' pieces that will work in most any room, in most any house. We're covering each item, why you need it, and where to buy it. Take a listen and let us know if we missed anything.

A well-designed room is easy to create and there are some simple steps you can follow to make it happen. These steps work for any style and just about any room. Follow the steps and take the guesswork out of it.

Miss Mustard Seed herself, Marian Parsons, is with us today sharing her tips for success and decorating. She's done everything from decorative painting to making slipcovers, she's a successful book author, she has her own line of milk paint, and her artwork has been sold many places online.

We all want to be happier, and did you know that your home can go a long way to helping you feel happier? We want you to walk into a room with fresh eyes, and to see, really see what is in the room and how it is making your feel. Do you avoid being home? Do you dread walking in the door? You experience a room with your senses.