Decorating Tips and Tricks

It's that time of the year... Fall! And fall means fall decorating with all its natural beauty and bounty! We are up to our elbows in little pumpkins and saturated leaves and other wonderful lovely fall decor! Because we all love fall we have lots of creative ways to decorate your home in homage to our favorite season! See Yvonne's blue and white and orange fall decor HERE We are a participant in...

A cozy home is such a refuge from the world. We give you countless tips on how to get the cozy look & feel. Cozy isn't only a chair by the fire. There are so many ways to get your cozy on for this fall. Gather round the "fire" and listen... Texture & layered textiles evoke cozy as Yvonne mentioned & shows us HERE Create reading nook like Anita did HERE Add lumbar pillows to your dining...

Today as we think about the families affected by Hurricane Harvey, we are focused on what you need to have to be prepared for a disaster. We originally recorded another episode on dream homes, but felt this was much more appropriate to the situation. So we scrapped the other episode and recorded a new one today. The Nextdoor app is a great way to stay connected to your neighbors, especially during...

Do you have champagane taste? Most of us do!!! Don't let your penchant for beautiful things blow your budget! You can have a GORGEOUS home and not spend tons of $$$. We have lots of tips and ways to get the look without breaking the bank! Knowing what a fabulously expensive home decor piece looks like and what makes it expensive is the key to knowing what to look for in a lesser priced item. So ma...

You'll be happier if your home is a true reflection of you and your family. Get our sage advice & tips on how to get the look you love. If not YOU who? Listen, learn, laugh with us... Check out Kelly's HOME IDEAS Pinterest Board HERE . We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking...

It's not quite pumpkin time yet, but it's around the corner. We want you to be ready when the time comes, so we're giving you tons of ways to use pumpkins in your home. You can use real pumpkins, fake pumpkins or make your own. Check out these ideas. Definitely listen all the way to the 'END' - no pun intended. Kelly's mishap is hilarious! Check out Kelly's scrubbing pad pumpkins HERE Check out Ke...

How's your curb appeal? The outside of our home tells all those who pass by a lot about you and the inside of your home! Let's make the outside of our home look as fabulous as you are! You can make a big difference in your home by doing just a few easy thing! Number one thing to do for great curb appeal is to keep it tidy and keep it simple! Take a good critical look at your foundational plants ar...

We love the humble painters drop cloth for SO many reasons. This neutral, sturdy, affordable & versatile piece of fabric can be repurposed into a myriad of decorative items. Listen in to hear why you should consider a painters drop cloth and the many ways to use one or more in your decor. If you have ever consider using or used a painter's drop cloth you may have noticed the weight & grade...

Transitioning from Summer to Fall happens slowly outdoors, so why not mimic nature and transition slowly indoors as well? We love the idea of changing out your summer decor for fall decor slowly because A. that is how it works in nature B. it's a lot of work to do it all on the same day C. in September you aren't ready for pumpkins just yet, but it's a great time to set out pears, apples, acorns a...

Today we are talking about fresh ways to decorate that iconic piece of decor... a HUTCH! There are so many ways to update a hutch! We are so excited to share them with you!!!!! Think about changing the way your hutch looks by painting it. And make sure you paint the back of the hutch too. Or, paper it or add texture to it! See Yvonne's fall hutch HERE Check out the hutch Kelly 'squooze' in the per...

Three may be thought of as "a crowd", but here at DTT we think 3 is the perfect number. Perfect number of people and perfect number for decorating like a pro! Learn the magic rule of three and you will master so much of what goes into great design. This is important stuff so listen in and do try it at home! Three is a magic number in design. Using the Rule of Three correctly can transform a room f...

Where do you start when decorating a room? Does it matter? Today we are discussing where we start when decorating a room, and we don't all agree. Get this part right, and the actual decorating becomes so much easier. Is it best to live in the room first? Before you get going, it's always good to know your style. Check out Episode 2 KNOW YOUR STYLE HERE We mentioned these two episodes you'll want t...

Did you know that many rules of fashion also apply to decor? Surprisingly there is a huge crossover! Let's talk about some today. Limited color palette works for fashion and it works in decor! Patterns should work together. You should wear the dress, the dress should not wear you! And your sofa should not overpower the room. A little faux animal print looks chic and a little faux animal print in d...

Balance is key to a happy life and a beautiful room! We teach you how to achieve it in a room and are game to try to help in life too! Starting with balanced rooms definitely puts you on the path to a balanced life in general. Gotta start somewhere, why not your living room! We go deep into achieving balance with furnishings, color, composition and more. Have a look around your rooms after, or whi...

It's so easy to add gorgeous curtains or shades to your windows without spending a lot of money. We've got lots of ideas and sources for making your windows look beautiful, including many options that don't require a hammer or drill. The options mentioned in the episode are linked below. Contains some affiliate links. Tension rods HERE Twist and fit curtain rod HERE Twist and shout smart window ha...

Our homes have a lot to do with our mood and well being. And we can do things right NOW to boost the mood of our home and ourselves too! Let's keep a happy and healthy home! Here are a few tips how to boost the mood of your home. You can find essential oils HERE To see Kelly's new book MY SOULFUL HOME A YEAR IN FLOWERS go HERE We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an...

We, especially Yvonne, love to predict, spot & watch the decor trends. 2018 is 6 months away, but we are diving in for a sneak peek at what will be coming at you in home decor next year. Join us for a July look ahead at the 2018 home decor trends. Let us know if you have any predictions - we'd love to hear your thoughts! Thank you to everyone who voted for Anita's rug on Instagram. We are thri...

Today we are looking at all the fabulous pluses and freakish foibles of the very popular tiny houses. We are having fun with this one. Which one of us do you think said she could live in a tiny house? How does a tiny house work? Do you have to use tiny stuff in a tiny house? Is tiny the new big? Tune in and find out. Check out the book Not So Big House HERE We are a participant in the Amazon Servi...

Wallpaper is hot & we think it is going to 'STICK' around for awhile! This not your grandma's dainty florals either - bold, beautiful, lots of white space. Definitely a fresh look with much easier application. Learn about today's wallpaper & how we will use it and where. We are loving the wide world of wallpaper - so many choices to make a room unique. Speaking of wide - did you know Ameri...

Listen in to some real & real interesting goings on at our houses. Laugh & learn along with us. Then tell us ~"What's up at your house?" Most interesting thing at Kelly's house today is that her book, My Soulful Home ~ a year is flowers launched! Click HERE to get a copy ( or two! ) We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designe...

Your coffee table is front and center, so you need it to look it's best. Guests notice it right away and often you entertain from this very spot. What can you do to decorate it? We're revealing our secrets. Check out Yvonne's coffee table HERE and HERE We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fee...

Kelly has a new book coming out on July 19th. We are so proud of her and love her beautiful book, MY SOULFUL HOME A YEAR OF FLOWERS. We love you Kelly and your book is GORGEOUS!!!!! Look for Kelly's book on her blog HERE You can see How To Bleach A Drop Cloth HERE We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us...

Hallways are often overlooked or ignored in terms of decor. Turn your hallway into a transitional space with style and panache. We have loads of tips & advice that will make you want to step out into the hall often! Giving a shout out to Home Decorators Collection today! We love their style & value. Simply White by Ben Moore Kelly's hallway color. Agreeable Gray Anita's hallway color. Puss...

Looking to add some excitement to your home with a bit of Bohemian style? You'll love this episode where we reveal exactly how we would add this style to a home. Boho style involves bold colors and patterns, fringe and all things gypsy styled. affiliate link You can find some great Boho ideas in this book HERE Photo credit from FAR ABOVE RUBIES HERE Please go visit to Gardeners' Supply HERE and se...

Your staircase may be an overlooked and under decorated spot in your house. Listen in as we explore the possibilities for enhancing the look of this well traveled area. Check out Anita newel post Newel post lore Visit Yvonne's house to see her staircase runner Hey maybe Kelly's lady of the staircase is worth something! See Kelly's white riser & black tread staircase Planking for walls - Kelly...