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What Do You Want Your Home to Feel Like This Fall? Before you think about pumpkins, cozy throws, or fall decorating trends, I want to ask you one simple question: What do you want your home to feel like this fall? Not what you want it to look like. Not what color palette is trending. Not what Pinterest says your home should be. How do you want it to feel? In today's episode, we're slowing down lon...

Ever get that text — "Hey, we're in the neighborhood, mind if we stop by?" — and feel your stomach drop? You're not alone. Getting your home guest ready on a moment's notice feels overwhelming when you don't have a system. But here's the truth: a company-ready home isn't about having a perfect home. It's about having an intentional one. In this episode, I walk you through exactly how to reset your...

Feeling Overwhelmed at Home? Try This Summer Home Edit for a Calmer Space Does your home feel overwhelming—even after you've cleaned it? The problem may not be dirt or clutter. It may be that your space simply needs an edit. In this episode, I'm sharing a designer's approach to creating a home that feels lighter, calmer, and more relaxing this summer—without buying a single thing. Instead of organ...

If you've ever hung a gallery wall only to step back and feel like something isn't quite right, this episode is for you. The truth is that there isn't just one way to create a gallery wall. In fact, there are two distinct styles: structured and organic. Understanding the difference between the two can be the key to creating a gallery wall that feels intentional, cohesive, and visually pleasing. In...

Five years ago, I sat down behind a microphone, pressed record, and hoped someone would listen. I never imagined that one day I'd be celebrating 400 episodes. And I certainly never expected the lessons that would emerge along the way. When I started this podcast, I thought I was teaching decorating. How to choose paint colors. How to style bookshelves. How to make a room feel finished. How to crea...

🌟🌟 ARE YOU CELEBRATING WITH US NEXT WEEK?!?!?!?! 🌟🌟 Join the 400th episode / 5 year celebration at: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/400    As we count down to Episode 400, I'm sharing one of the questions I get asked most often: "Where do you shop for affordable home decor?" The truth is, creating a beautiful home doesn't require a designer budget. It does require knowing where to shop,...

New builds are supposed to feel exciting…so why do so many builder-grade homes feel a little cold, flat, or even generic once you move in? In today’s Five Minute Fix, we’re talking about one of the most common frustrations I see: loving your home on paper, but struggling to make it feel personal, warm, and custom once you’re actually living in it. Because here’s the truth: It’s not that your home...

The Difference Between a Decorated Room and a Designer Room Ever wonder why a room can have all the "right" furniture and decor but still feel unfinished? More often than not, the answer comes down to styling. In today's episode, I'm sharing the exact process I use to style coffee tables, consoles, dressers, shelves, kitchen counters, nightstands, and other flat surfaces so they look intentional r...

Want a home that looks expensive, but doesn't cost a lot to get it?! The secret is in recognizing how BUSY your home is. Maybe your shelves feel cluttered. Your surfaces feel full. Or your decor just doesn’t have that elevated, designer look you’re craving. In today’s Five Minute Fix, we’re talking about one of the biggest reasons homes feel visually chaotic—and the simple styling shift that can i...

After 5 years and 400 podcast episodes, there’s decorating advice I still stand by because it continues to help women create homes that feel cozy, cohesive, personal, and beautiful — without overspending or second-guessing every decision. In this episode of fig & farm (at home), we’re talking about timeless home decorating principles that still matter, even as trends change. If you’ve ever str...

Your furniture might not be the problem. It might just be where it’s sitting. In today’s Five Minute Fix, we’re talking about one of the biggest layout mistakes I see in homes all the time: furniture that feels awkward, disconnected, or “off” in the room…even when the pieces themselves are beautiful. Because here’s what most people do: They push every piece against the walls hoping the room will f...

You know that feeling when your home is technically decorated… but it still doesn’t feel finished? Everything is in place. You’ve bought the furniture, hung some art, added a few pillows—but something still feels off. Not terrible. Just… incomplete. In this episode, I’m breaking down the 7 most common decorating mistakes that keep homes stuck in that “almost there” stage for years. And here’s the...

Ever look at your shelves (or coffee table, or console) and think… “Why does this look so flat?” You’ve added decor. You’ve tried styling it. And still—it just doesn’t feel finished. In today’s Five Minute Fix, we’re tackling one of the most common styling frustrations: why your surfaces fall flat—and the simple layering trick that instantly makes your home look more polished and put together. Bec...

Today we’re diving into the five decorating questions everyone asks…but the answers aren’t always what people expect. From: “Why doesn’t my home feel finished?” to “Why can’t I figure out my style?” to “Are trends ruining my house?” …we’re getting honest about the real reasons so many women feel stuck, overwhelmed, and frustrated in their homes. Because most decorating struggles aren’t actually ab...

Ever walk through your home and feel like each room tells a different story? Nothing is necessarily wrong… but it doesn’t quite feel pulled together either. In today’s Five Minute Fix, we’re talking about one of the most common frustrations I see—homes that feel disconnected from room to room—and the simple shift that can change everything. Because here’s the truth: You don’t need to start over. Y...

AI is everywhere right now…including home decorating. From instant mood boards to room renderings and paint color suggestions, artificial intelligence is changing the way women approach decorating their homes. But is AI actually helping us create more beautiful homes…or is it making our spaces feel more generic? In this episode, we’re diving into the pros and cons of using AI in home design and ta...

In this episode, I’m sharing a coaching conversation with Stefanie—a woman who already knew what she loved in her home, but couldn’t quite figure out how to bring it to life. She was drawn to cottage-style and Polish granny chic interiors. She had the inspiration saved. She had the vision in her mind. She could even articulate the feeling she wanted her home to have. But her reality didn’t match i...

Ever feel like keeping your home clean requires hours you just don’t have? Like no matter how hard you try, you’re either always behind… or spending your entire weekend catching up? In today’s episode, I’m sharing the simple shift that changed everything for me: a 15-minute-a-day cleaning rhythm that keeps your home consistently clean—without burnout, overwhelm, or all-day cleaning marathons. Beca...

If you’ve ever looked around your home and thought, “Where do I even start?”—this episode is going to give you a clear, doable plan. Today, I’m joined by Tracy Hoth, host of The Organized Coach Podcast, and she’s walking us through her simple but powerful SPACE framework for getting your home in order. Because decluttering and organizing aren’t just about bins and baskets—they’re about how you thi...

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed just looking around your home…this episode is for you. We’re kicking off a 3-part Spring Cleaning Series with the most important first step: decluttering. Because before you organize or deep clean, you need to clear the excess. And if you’ve ever struggled to get started—or felt stuck halfway through—it’s not because you’re lazy or unmotivated. There’s actually a re...

What makes a home feel timeless…elevated…and effortlessly pulled together? In this episode, we’re breaking down the iconic Ralph Lauren design aesthetic—a look that has defined classic American interiors for decades. Known for its rich layers, tailored details, and a sense of understated luxury, Ralph Lauren style blends American heritage with classic European influence, often incorporating subtle...

What if the reason your home feels “off”…has nothing to do with what you’ve bought—and everything to do with what your eye doesn’t know where to look at? In this episode, we’re breaking down one of the most important (and misunderstood) elements of interior design: the focal point. Because contrary to what you might think, your focal point doesn’t have to be the first thing you see when you walk i...

Ever wonder why some homes instantly feel elevated and pulled together… while others feel a little off—even when you’ve spent money trying to make it look right? In this episode, we’re diving into the skill no one teaches you: how to train your eye for interior design. Because the truth is—you’re not bad at decorating. You just haven’t been shown how to see what actually makes a space feel cohesiv...

If you’ve ever looked around your home and thought, “This used to feel like me… but now it doesn’t anymore,” this episode is for you. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing a real Decorating SOS call with Rebecca, a homeowner who’s ready to evolve her style. She’s transitioning away from the farmhouse trend and moving toward something more timeless, classic, and elevated—with warmth, cozi...

Tired of feeling feeling frustrated with every decorating decision you make? Or overwhelmed by the hundreds of choices available? Wishing you knew the secret to putting it all together?    Friend, I want to invite you to a FREE two day live workshop where I am teaching you the three most important steps when decorating your home - these are the steps I wish someone would have taught me when I was...