Decorating Tips and Tricks

Likely the biggest horizontal surface you have in your house needs decor ~ your dining room table! We have tips, tricks & inspiration for you to create beauty on your table in between family dinners & guests. Bottom line go BIG, but don't miss all the other lines, especially that exclamation by Anita! Take a seat & let's talk dining room table decor... This episode is about making a de...

Oh yes, we can walk and chew gum. We can also celebrate Halloween and Thanksgiving and do things for Christmas!!! Christmas is so much better if we do not stress about all the things that need to get done and instead we plan and take the time Christmas deserves. Friends, planning is the key to a happy and stress-less Christmas season!!!!! Organization and planning is the key to enjoying Christmas!...

We love Thanksgiving! The grateful spirit of the holiday and of course, the delicious food. We also love pulling out special dishes & linens to set a beautiful table. Today we share our ideas, traditions & lots of inspiration so you can make this Thanksgiving your best ever! We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to pro...

Sweater weather is here for much of the country, and we couldn't be more excited. It's time to start getting your porch ready for fall, or maybe you've already done that. Here are some fabulous ideas for outdoor areas of your home. Check out all of Yvonne's gorgeous outdoor fall decor HERE We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed...

Useful, pretty - less is more... These words come to mind when we talk about what is and what should be on our & your kitchen countertops. Let's head to the kitchen and see what's there... We are talking tops today, but while we are at it HERE is a post on what our countertops are made of and the pros & cons. Kelly has Carrara marble and she says YES to it even with the imperfections it de...

Who knew organizing your pantry could be SO much fun! Tips keep flying along with the laughs in this episode, wherein Kelly gets a double TIP OF THE DAY! Let's explore #pantrygoals !! First clean it out, scrub it clean, then replace, restock and reorganize your pantry space. Need more pantry space? Re-think the space you have and maybe clear out other things in your kitchen, like extra post &...

Halloween will be here soon. Are you prepared? Let's talk about what you need to do to get ready.  Kelly has some darling Halloween crafts you and the kids in your life will love. Make a Mummy Candle HERE How about a pumpkin candle from a juice bottle HERE Have you ever been BOO'ed? Get the scoop on this fun neighborhood game from Kelly HERE Yvonne needs help selecting a non-scary costume. Have a...

Today we are talking about getting our home ready for guests. We know you will want your guests to feel welcomed and comfortable but we want you to enjoy your time too! Let's have a stress-less entertaining holiday this year! See Yvonne's post on Company's Coming... Getting The Guestroom Ready HERE See the EZ Inflatable Bed HERE Inflatable beds are great to have on hand. Look HERE Kelly's favorite...

Organic elements add warmth & ease to your home decor. They are easy to find, budget friendly and varied. Think outside the potted plant ~ we do. Listen in for all our tips & inspiration for adding organic elements to your home. Affiliate links How about some wood slices click HERE White birch branches are lovely see some HERE See how Yvonne mixes a few organic elements in a dough bowl HER...

It's your home where you spend a lot of time every week, so why not add elements that will make you happier? We're all about creating an environment that you can enjoy so much that you don't need a vacation from your everyday life. Listen to the episode to get all of our tips. Here are few links to products mentioned. Get yourself a sumptuous hotel robe like this Turkish cotton one HERE Try pink l...

Decorating one thing in our home can lead to another and then another and yet another! It seems that trying to change one thing in our homes always becomes a big decorating snowball! Today let's talk about how to keep that snowball from rolling over you and your budget! See Yvonne's post on the decorating snowball HERE We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliat...

Today we are sharing some things we do to keep our homes beautiful, organized, clean and running smoothly. Things you can do too. Things which will not only improve the look & function of your home, but also take less time. With the extra time you'll have we have tips on how to elevate your day and even pamper yourself a bit. Take it easy & take it up a notch with our tips! Anita & I l...

We are always on the lookout for a good deal. We're spilling our secrets for decorating your home on a budget. You won't want to miss this episode about how we like to save money when decorating. Click HERE to see Kelly's tip on the school house lights we all love. Page one shows the collar for the light & page 2 lists the classic school house milk glass shade. We are a participant in the Amaz...

Hey friends. Today we are talking about home decor items that every home needs. Well, needs is subjective. What we are talking about are things to put in your home that you should not miss out on! Let's begin... we are sure you will agree with us! We have some great ideas that will make any and every home look more beautiful! See Yvonne's dining room rug HERE You can find the rug HERE Learn about...

Get your table ready for fall! We're sharing our best ideas including creating a natural fall look. What colors should you use? What dishes do you need? Can you use fresh veggies for your table? Let's discuss! Learn how to make Kelly's cinnamon stick placecards HERE See Yvonne's Fall Table with a Tartan on it HERE Kelly knows her way around a cork and makes these darling cork place cards look HERE...

Big, but fixable. We discuss some big decor mistakes that are easy to make...and almost just as easy to fix with our advice & tips. Listen in and see if you have made any of these decor no no's and if you are being held "hostage by your..." Kelly's umbrella tip to avoid decor mistakes - Live in the space first. Don't rush your decorating. Rome wasn't built in a day nor should your home be deco...

Fall is the perfect time to create a vignette. Fall bounty and colors and textures lend themselves to making a vignette to enjoy all season long! We have lots of ideas and tips for creating an autumnal grouping! Think different textures! It's all about T-E-X-T-U-R-E!!!! See Yvonne's favorite tips for great baskets and trays for a vignette HERE See Yvonne's 5 TIPS FOR CREATING A FALL VIGNETTE HERE...

Fast & Fabulous! Ten Minute Decorating Ideas. Get your pen & paper or be prepared to remember a ton of tips on how to make your home more beautiful in ten minutes. Try Kelly's trio of small vases HERE Perch some apples here & there to evoke the fall & add a pop of color. Look HERE More green add some plants HERE Set up a ten minute coffee bar with Yvonne HERE Napkin rings make a di...

Today is a big day for us. This is episode 100 of DECORATING TIPS AND TRICKS. We owe it ALL to you!!! We appreciate you so much!!! We are clinking champagne glasses to celebrate, well not literally. Come join the fun. Questions are about how to choose the best stair runner, selecting interior materials for a barndominium, and the best blush paint colors, We also addressed what to do if you have a...

Don't get stuck in a rut when it comes to flooring! There are so so many types of flooring today to beautify your home! We could talk forever about amazing flooring! We're sharing some of our fav's! Stained and sealed concrete is an inexpensive and fabulous option. Seal the seams of a pine subflooring and paint it. So many options. Hardwood, reclaimed hardwood, engineered wood, and laminate are al...

We have tips and advice for you that will open your eyes to color. How color works in a room, creates flow and sets the tone for your home. Listen in and you will definitely learn something new which will impact the way you decorate your home - guaranteed... Here are the cliff notes on the episode: Choose a tight color palette. Pay attention to tones & hues. Repeat the same color families to d...

We all have our favorite things and favorite sources. And we're always looking for that great deal. Today we are sharing our favorite items for under $20. There are some amazing deals and gorgeous items here, so you'll want to check these out. Anita shares photos and links of all the items she recommends HERE We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertis...

Good decorating is like good manners it required consideration of others. As you are decorating with the guy in mind... be mindful of their "hot buttons". What is or is not negotiable. Adding texture will help the male aesthetic. Also, consider fabric. See how to age a map and hang it HERE We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed...

Wow! And we mean wow! There are several fantastic high tech gadgets, services & more on the market right now that you'll want to know about. Make your home more beautiful, efficient & safe with our tips. Yvonne aka Judy Jetson loves all this stuff...and so will you. Listen!! A tv that is a piece of clear glass when not in use HERE We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates...

You want your bedroom to feel like a warm hug. You want it to be cozy, functional, and restful. We're revealing our favorite ways to decorate a bedroom. Do you need a nightstand on both sides of the bed? What do you do with the extra pillows when you are in bed? What if the nightstands are not the same height? We're addressing all that today. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associa...