Decorating Tips and Tricks

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 participa...

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...

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 Amazo...

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...

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. Ge...

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 HER...

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 o...

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 ho...

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 en...

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 w...

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 ra...

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. Join Kelly for her LIVE VIDEOS on the Tucasa App - download the app to your phone HERE. Dimensions to remember- tables are typically are 28 to 30 inches tall chair seat typically are 17 to 19 inches tall li...

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! Remember trends come in slowly and go out slowly, so many of the things you hear about have been sneaking into design for the last year or two. Listen & LOOK at what we ae talking abiut...

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! (Kelly went slightly over on one item, but we'll give her a pass this time!!!) Many of these items will work for the entire winter season. Check out images & teh audio from this episode on Vodacast ~ the new podcast player HE...

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! Use this to revive house plants. Click HERE . A look at fresh fauxs HERE . Isn't it a pleasure to get new towels? These are lovely HERE . DTT de...

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. The first item we are covering today is an ottoman or bench. Moneta Solid Wood Bench HERE Cheetah print ottoman HERE Storage bench Various fabrics HERE The second item is a dresser. Coffey 6...

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. WATCH Kelly's lastest VIDEO HERE It is includes a tour of her front porch decorated for fall and lots of the Fall Finds Under $50 that we shared in this epsiode HERE. DTT defines the term...

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. You can find Marian at her website MISS MUSTARD SEED HERE She's also on Instagram HERE Listen to Marian's po...

Listen & learn how to be happier at home. 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. Today DTT defines 'Bonded...

This week we're teaching you how to decorate your entry like a design pro. The entryway is so important because you only get one chance to make a first impression. Find out what your entry needs. Because our 'decorate like a pro' episode was so popular, we're making this a series! This week we're tackling the entryway. I Here's a great side table you can use in your foyer. It's the Aleyska 63 inch...

We've got our favorite fall finds under $50 in this week's episode. Can you already smell the pumpkin spice? Get out your sweaters and start up the fire pit, it's time. Here they are. Gold Metallic Pumpkin from Grandin Road HERE Wheat Stack from Ballard Designs HERE Velvet Ribbon from Ballard Designs HERE Black and White Check Door Mat from Amazon HERE Velvet Pillow Cover from Ballard Designs HERE...

Less is definitely more - more style, more curated, more enjoyment. Today we teach you how to increase your style but reducing your stuff! A few of the key points from today's episode - A house overflowing with stuff (even good stuff) can be stressful. Don't buy stuff just because it's cheap and on trend. Steer clear of trends unless they really speak to you. Collect things you love Don't buy thin...

Our game changing DIY updates for less than $100 are inexpensive ways to seriously spruce up your home! Below are a few of our ideas mentioned in the episode, but you must listen for ALL the ideas, inspiration & details.. make a wall shelf with corbels convert a closet into a built-in home office replace the knobs in your kitchen paint your front door Anita mentioned her #DIYfail with her new...

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...

We all want a timeless look that will look fantastic for a long time, so today let's talk about what you can do to create a look that transcends time. One of the best tips is to avoid trends that can date your home. If something is super hot and super popular today, it probably won't stand the test of time. We suggest you hone your very own signature style that you love. Then you buy things that a...