Decorating Tips and Tricks

Oh the trends that are coming in 2027 are pretty fun. Let's discuss. Check out the lacquered furniture at Arhaus HERE . Kelly's crush is a video series featuring Italian grandmothers making their favorite recipes - A Nana. Watch HERE . Anita's crush is the podcast and YouTube channel The Rest is History HERE . We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive...

A few lovely fall items that give that subtle nod to the season: Tartan Wool pillow cover HERE - Tapestry Wall Hanging HERE Burlap lampshades 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's crush is the collection of headboards from Rifle Paper Company. Have a look HERE . Anita's crush...

Get your cup of coffee, because we're going to discuss that thing in front of the sofa that you set the coffee on. We found several different types of coffee tables you might enjoy. Here are the specific coffee tables we mentioned. 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. Braelyn Floor Shelf...

It's like Rotten Tomatoes for design. The 'experts' might hate it, but people love these things. Tiny rug by your sink? How a look HERE for an alternative. We are a part of the Amazon affiliate program, and if you make a purchase we can earn money. Anita's updated Amazon favorites are HERE CRUSHES: Kelly's crush is the Chromologist podcast by Farrow & Ball. Listen wherever you get your podcast...

These colors are back! Did you miss them? We are still absorbing the news. Honestly we are very happy to see the return of color, and today we are talking about specific color combinations. The colors we are discussing are; Teal and orange Pink and red Purple and green Crushes Kelly's crush is the podcast Ill Advised by Bill Nighy HERE (Anita loves it too) Anita's crush is a YouTube video of Bunny...

It is said that design is in the details. Well, we think it is everywhere big & small, ... but the details definitely separate a nice room from a fabulous room. Details give personality, charm & style to your decor. Today we give you several simple ideas for adding details that will easily make your rooms fabulous! Use Kelly's idea for hanging mirrors or art. Hardware can be a wonderful de...

Summer is officially over and we are very excited to be talking about fall decor! Our best advice is to go natural and simple. We don't like the idea of spending a fortune of decor that you just use once. If you are going to buy something for the fall, invest in something worth keeping and using every year. Be sure to check out Anita's Cedar Hill Farmhouse wallpaper collection on the Cedar Hill Fa...

We have some thoughts on our design choices in the past. Did we make some mistakes? Anita admits that maybe the glass front cabinets in her kitchen were a mistake. Kelly talks about her sink that is chipping HERE . DTT defines Mood Board CRUSHES: Anita's crush is the book Charlotte Moss Entertains HERE Kelly's crush is a house tour HERE . We are a part of the Amazon affiliate program, and if you m...

Are you a collector? Do you have a passion for dishes, or linens or something else? Let's talk about how to collect without becoming a hoarder. What are the do's and don'ts of collecting? First, try to curate your collections so that you just have your favorite pieces, the best of the best. You don't need a hundred items to make it a curated collection. Next try to do a write up on the items for f...

Dating is great, but living in a dated home not so much. Today, we're talking about things that will date your home. Some things you will want to avoid. And let's discuss ways to keep your home from looking dated in the future. We want your home to always look perfectly on point, and always in style. Let's talk about strategies to keep your home out of the dated category. Find your own style. Take...

Doing neutrals right is more complicated that you would think. We're talking about undertones of colors, textures, and what you need to do neutrals right. Black works so well in a neutral room. Check out our episode on adding black to a room HERE . Check out the pillow covers from Jolie Marche HERE . DTT DEFINES Ormolu We are a part of the Amazon affiliate program, and if you make a purchase we ca...

Get ready for our favorite tips for decorating a living room. It's easy to get overwhelmed with all of the decisions you need to make for a living room, so what should you focus on? What is most important? Let's discuss. The etagere that served as Anita's inspiration for her new home is HERE . Kelly mentioned these episodes that compliment this episode What to splurge on HERE What to not splurge o...

Copy and paste decorating NEVER works. Learn to translate what you love so it works for you and your home with us today. Remember the most copied rooms are not the best designed, the best designed rooms are the most considered . Looking for amazing decor on Amazon? Anita has updated her favorite picks HERE . We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a...

Today we are talking twice as fast to get as many tips in this episode as possible. Get your pen ready, because we're sharing our very favorite tips in our 'fast and furious' mode! Looking for amazing decor on Amazon? Anita has updated her favorite picks HERE . Kelly's app is getting fantastic feedback - give it a try HERE . We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers....

We are talking about making every inch count to make a small porch live big. Dandelion / Sparkler solar lights are so pretty tucked in your containers or flower beds. Light up your outdoor space with these dainty whimsical lights. Get a pack or two HERE . How about a gazing ball as a garden focal point? Get one HERE . Give Kelly's app a try! Check it out HERE . Looking for amazing decor on Amazon...

Stop! You don't need more stuff! Let's talk about the real problem. Maybe rather than adding something to your room, you need to remove something. Anita's crush is the YouTube video about Rebecca Vizard and her gorgeous, quirky Louisiana home HERE Kelly's crush is the movie Sentimental Value. See the trailer HERE . We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may rec...

We've got so many super simple ways to de-clutter your home, and we're going rapid fire today, so get out your pencil! DTT DEFINES: Chiavari chair 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 is the wonderful YouTube yoga instructor Charlie Follows. Check out Charlie's cha...

What are you keeping and why? Let's discuss what's in your house, and why letting go feels so hard. It certainly helped us to understand ourselves and our family members. And maybe it will help you sort through your things and make some hard decisions. The things we keep represent memories identity hopes for the future guilt obligation comfort and even fear Listen to our episode on the art of Swed...

Is your home ready for summer? School's out and we're here to help get your home ready for the summer months. Anita is focused on entertaining, and has lots of ideas for your table. You can find the items she mentioned in the episode HERE. Looking for amazing decor on Amazon? Anita has updated her favorite picks HERE . We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may...

Are you frustrated with your decorating project? Deep breaths and let's talk about how to keep from being overwhelmed with your project. We've got several great tips on how to approach a project in a way that doesn't feel so stressful. Join Kelly on her app Home Design Coach. Click HERE to learn more! Looking for amazing decor on Amazon? Anita has updated her favorite picks HERE . We participate i...

Are the hot colors predictions for 2026 really a blaze? Today we take a look at what paint brands & industry experts declared for 2026 to see if any of those colors have made it onto your walls and into your homes. Check out this funny SNL skit on Farrow and Ball paints HERE . Create a home you will LOVE along with Kelly on her app - Home Design Coach. Check out HERE ! Need help with your home...

Style - Do you have it? Want to know how to get it? Today we are sharing the secrets to developing a signature style. Curious about Kelly's App - Home Design Coach? You should be... It is fantastic! Check it out HERE . 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 ha...

Beware of these decorating myths! Let's discuss these 'rules' that aren't really rules! This first myth is - Small rooms must be painted white - FALSE! Have you taken the decorating quiz on Kelly's new app? No obligation when you check it out and get your personalized plan. Visit studio.com/kelly or simply click HERE to experience it! Anita has updated her Amazon page with many new beautiful items...

Is your living room stuck in the past? If it is, we're here to help you update it. Move away from the cold gray color! Make sure your furniture isn't all 'matchy-matchy.' Use flexible seating These are just a few of our tips from the episode today. Listen to our episode about the Nancy Meyers look HERE . We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a smal...

Thrilled that many of you have subscribed to my new app Home Design Coach ! I am really looking forward to working with you on creating a home you truly love. For those of you who haven't heard about the app or those who are interested but have questions...I popped in today to answer some of the questions I have received since the launch. Listen in to learn more and if you didn't listen to the pri...