Decorating Tips and Tricks

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...

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 pivot...

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 prod...

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...

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 B...

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...

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'...

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 affi...

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 summe...

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....

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 N...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 In...

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 ch...

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 particip...

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 M...

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...

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 qua...

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...

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 H...

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 an...