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 ...

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. ...