Fig & Farm at Home, Budget Decorating, Decor Tips, Decluttering, Home Styling, DIY Decor artwork

Fig & Farm at Home, Budget Decorating, Decor Tips, Decluttering, Home Styling, DIY Decor

373 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 12 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratings

Create a cozy, comfortable home on a budget!

* Do you spend hours on Pinterest pinning beautiful images?
* Do you go over to a friend’s house and have decor envy?
* Do you wonder where to start when it comes to decorating your house?
* Are you frustrated every time you walk into your house because you haven’t taken any action on decor?
* Do you wish you could create a cozy home on a budget?

Friend, I’ve been there...

This podcast inspires REAL moms with REAL homes and REAL budgets to transform their houses into homes they love. You will learn affordable and practical decorating tips, tricks, DIY tutorials, and more. I teach home owners how break through the barrier of what’s keeping them stuck in their home design, while also encouraging them to tell their home’s story from within by living a life of intention with the people they share their home with. My mission is to equip you with all the how-tos so you can decorate a home you love walking in to; a home you are confident in, that feels cozy and comfortable; a home that feels cohesive and put together.

Hey, I’m Dani - a former First Grade teacher turned home decorator. Going from a dual income to a single income so I could stay home with my babies meant budget - like Ramen eating, Goodwill shopping budget and I learned a few things along the way: how to bring BIG style to your home without breaking the bank. And I’ve put it all together in this podcast so you know where to start, what to buy and where to hang it!

If you’re ready to break free from the Pinterest perfect trap and decorate your home with style by making confident decisions (all without taking out a second mortgage) - this podcast is for you!

So put down that sledgehammer, grab your paintbrush and let’s get started!

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Let’s Connect:

* Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
* Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/

Let’s Learn:

* How to paint furniture: https://bit.ly/paintingfurniture101
* How to style a bookshelf: https://bit.ly/bookstyleguide
* How to find your style: https://bit.ly/pinning101

Free Resources:

* Elevate your home’s style with these 5 quick tips: https://bit.ly/5homesecrets
* Get started decorating your home by learning the basics: https://bit.ly/fandfb2b
* Take the quiz to see if you serve your home or your home serves you: https://bit.ly/bossofhome

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Episodes

244 // 10 Things you can do to make your home look more expensive

April 26, 2024 16:03 - 24 minutes - 22 MB

 Do you wish your home looked more expensive?  Just because you are on a budget, it doesn't mean your home has to look budget. In today's episode I'm sharing ten things you can do to your home that will instantly elevate the look, making your home look and feel more expensive...and the best part? Several of these ideas are free!  Understanding scale, furniture placement, balance, contrast, layers, texture are all part of today's conversation. It's a starting place - a Cliff Notes version -...

243 // 3 ways you could be making decorating your home harder than it has to be

April 19, 2024 12:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

 Do you ever wonder why it's SO hard to decorate your home?  In today's episode we're talking about 3 ways you could be making decorating harder than it has to be and what to do about it. Here it is in a nutshell...get help!  If you are wanting a home that looks different (no matter WHAT that different is) tomorrow than it does today, get help. Somehow it's second nature to ask for help when we need to fix our toilet, lose weight or do our taxes, but somehow it feels frivolous when it come...

242 // Shift your perspective on plants using this House Rule by special guest Myquillyn Smith

April 12, 2024 12:00 - 34 minutes - 26 MB

 What rules are you following when you're decorating  your home?  In today's podcast episode I'm speaking with special guest, New York Times Bestselling author, Myquillyn Smith about this idea that when it comes to our homes there should be suggestions and guidelines to follow - never hard and fast rules.  Myquillyn agrees that design is teachable and inside her new book (releasing April 24, 2024) House Rules, she shares the guidelines that will help us navigate this journey of creating ho...

241 // Does your house feel boring, embarrassing, blah? 2 tips for using how it feels to inspire your design

April 05, 2024 17:00 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MB

 How does your home FEEL?  When it comes to decorating our homes, we often stay stuck in a place of reason. Understandably so, especially when it comes to making practical decisions based on budget, decisions surrounding big ticket items, long term choices, etc.  But FEELING shouldn't be dismissed. Knowing how you feel about your home in it's current state affects how you want your home to feel. And that feeling should be a filter for making decisions, just as much as your budget and you...

240 // Do you have a design style that you are trying to bring into your home, but don't know how?

April 02, 2024 17:15 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

 California Casual  Do you have a design style that you are trying to bring into your home, but don't know how? Your 'style' may not be California Casual, but you've heard 'fancy' designers call it something.    That's great, but how do you know how to make it come alive in your own home?    In this episode I'm answering Sofia's question about how to bring California Casual into her home. These 4 tips will apply to you if you are wanting to bring more (insert design style name here) int...

239 // 'Fancy' designers DON'T want you to know THIS about decorating your home, but I'm spilling the beans!

March 29, 2024 13:00 - 26 minutes - 20.6 MB

 Did you miss the BACK TO BASICS BOOTCAMP?  If you missed the home decorating workshop, Back to Basics Bootcamp, you're in for a real treat today. I'm pulling back the curtain once again to share what it's like inside my workshop. What you'll hear is the start of a two day conversation surrounding:  THE #1 THING YOU SHOULD DO WHEN YOU ARE WANTING TO LEARN HOW TO DECORATE YOUR HOME   We talk about the goals you have for your home, the things that are keeping you stuck from reaching those ...

238 // Do you know your design style? Learn how to identify it so you can decorate your home with less overwhelm

March 26, 2024 13:00 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MB

Do you ever wonder...where do you START when you want to decorate your home or re-fresh a single room?   Starting BIG with a purchase could possibly be the worst thing you could do as you begin re-designing your home. So, put away your credit card and grab a notebook and a pen because you'll want to pay attention to the DETAILS.  Learning your design style is not just an important step. It's THE MOST IMPORTANT first step, so what details do you pay attention to? All of them!  Your style ...

237 // She thought she had decision fatigue, but she DOESN'T: A behind the scenes look inside Home Design 101 coaching with student, Susan

March 22, 2024 18:38 - 29 minutes - 22.8 MB

 "I have decision fatigue!"  These were the words my Home Design 101 student, Susan, said when we were talking about her couch. Decision Fatigue is when you are so overwhelmed with the myriad of choices in front of you that you don't know how to narrow it down in order to make a design decision.  Turns out, Susan does NOT have decision fatigue. She knows EXACTLY what she wants. Why? How? Susan is learning to understand her unique design style and she's applying that style to the decision s...

236 // Do you have a messy husband? 3 steps to creating compromise for how your home looks

March 19, 2024 18:44 - 17 minutes - 16 MB

 Have a messy husband? OR  Maybe you have a hubby who doesn't agree with your style?    In today's episode we're talking about this hot topic that happens in SO many homes. You may have the best solution for making your home beautiful and keeping it tidy, but the partner you share it with seems to sabotage your every effort.  In today's episode I'm teaching you the three steps to partnering together to reach the goals you have for your home. Do you get to have it all your way? Maybe...o...

235 // 5 Steps to spring decorating that makes your home look expensive

March 15, 2024 18:43 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MB

 Have you started decorating for spring?    Decorating your home for spring doesn't mean you have to put out all the eggs, bunnies and carrots. Though those can be cute in vignettes, it can also cheapen the presentation of your home decorating. Instead of decorating overtly with spring elements, try decorating with the allusion to spring.  In this episode I share five tips that help you allude to spring in your decorating and by doing THAT, you immediately elevate the look of your home's ...

235 // 5 Steps to spring decorating that will make your home look expensive

March 15, 2024 18:43 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MB

 Have you started decorating for spring?    Decorating your home for spring doesn't mean you have to put out all the eggs, bunnies and carrots. Though those can be cute in vignettes, it can also cheapen the presentation of your home decorating. Instead of decorating overtly with spring elements, try decorating with the allusion to spring.  In this episode I share five tips that help you allude to spring in your decorating and by doing THAT, you immediately elevate the look of your home's ...

234 // STOP wasting your time taking those home decorating style quizzes. Do THIS if you're wanting to learn your design style

March 12, 2024 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

 What's my design style?  It's the age-old question. What's my style? What name can I give it? What box can I put it in to make my job of decorating my home easier?  The hard truth: those home decorating style quizzes DON'T make your job easier. They make it harder...a LOT harder.  Your design style can be labeled, but it should be labeled by you and you alone. Why? Because you and I can both be looking at the exact same picture with the same design style label and interpret it two differ...

233 // Create a home that is organized by design with guest and interior designer Kimberly Armstrong

March 08, 2024 17:59 - 42 minutes - 27.3 MB

 Live Organized by Design with Kimberly Armstrong    In today's episode I'm chatting with interior designer and home organization expert, Kimberly Armstrong of Armstrong Design Collective. We chat about designing a space based on functionality before beauty, the art of organized living and being conscious consumers so we know what we're bringing into our homes so we can live BIG even in small spaces.    Organization isn't just about everything having a place to call home, it's about func...

232 // Are you afraid of adding color to your home decorating? 5 tips for beating the beige

March 05, 2024 21:47 - 18 minutes - 16.3 MB

 Do you want more COLOR in your home decorating?    Beige, taupe, white, and gray walls are fine, but what happens when you crave a bit more color in your home decorating? What happens when you want to add more boldness but are stopped from action because you are afraid of the change?  In today's podcast I'm answering listener Jen's question and easing her fear about putting more color into her home decorating. We first need to break through the barriers that are keeping her stuck, but th...

231 // Want a home that is sophisticated, vintage inspired, and artfully decorated without feeling pretentious? Get your inspiration from Grandpa using THIS home decorating style!

March 01, 2024 14:00 - 23 minutes - 20.9 MB

 Does the thought of decorating your home like Grandpa's house make you want to break out in hives?    In today's episode, I'm sharing the secret behind the home design style: Grandpa Chic. It's a timeless, sophisticated, artfully decorated, vintage inspired comfortable home decor style. Homes that are Grandpa Chic are non-pretentious, inviting, comfortable and layered with warm tones and lots of texture. Quality furnishings that span the generations are a highlight while timelessness trum...

230 // Creating the BIG picture vision for your home's design starts with this ONE thing

February 27, 2024 17:44 - 10 minutes - 9.6 MB

 How do you see the BIG PICTURE vision for your home's design? It starts in the unlikeliest of places and it starts very, very small!  When we think of creating a big picture vision for our homes, we immediately think about putting all of our favorite things into one place and most of us put those things onto Pinterest boards.    But using Pinterest in this capacity only confirms only one thing: that we know how to identify pretty pictures. That is a great start, but identifying pretty p...

229 // How to create more margin in your day using time blocks so you can have time for home decorating

February 23, 2024 14:00 - 40 minutes - 30.4 MB

 Do you ever find yourself saying, 'I have NO time?'  I have no time for working out, no time for cooking healthy meals, no time for ...fill in the blank. So no wonder when it comes to creating time in your week to transform your home into a home that you delight in - you remain stuck.  In part 2 of the conversation I had with time management expert and host of The Busy Vibrant Mama podcast, Michelle Byrd, she shares 5 MUST DO time management tips for creating more efficiency throughout yo...

228 // LIVE home decorating coaching inside Home Design 101: how to break up matching sets

February 20, 2024 19:28 - 17 minutes - 13 MB

 GET A SNEAK PEEK  at coaching inside Home Design 101.  Wendy is wanting to know how to break up matching sets, how to bring more blue into a mostly white kitchen and how to have more seating available in a relatively small living room, but one that gets a lot of traffic.    We chat about ALL of it during Office Hours, a bi-weekly meeting we have when you register for Home Design 101. Home Design 101 has been created with YOU in mind - to give you design and decorating principles to lear...

227 // Finding time to decorate your home when you have kids - is it possible?

February 16, 2024 14:00 - 27 minutes - 20.9 MB

In this two-part series, I'm chatting with time management expert and host of The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast, to unlock the belief that 'we have no time' so you can get UNSTUCK in the process of learning to love your home.  Our conversation was a long one...so long that it's extending over two days (be sure to hit subscribe so you don't miss part two, coming out next week).  In today's episode we're talking about how to effectively, efficiently and with minimal expectations - manage your tim...

226 // How to embrace a low-lit room to create a refined, cozy and beautifully moody room

February 13, 2024 14:01 - 12 minutes - 11 MB

 Do you have a room in your home with low natural light?  When you have a room in your home with little to no natural light, you have three choices for decorating:  1. Leave it as-is and do nothing 2. Try to lighten it by highlighting the contrasts 3. Embrace the dark and create an intentionally moody, refined, cozy space   If you'd like to learn more about how to combat a naturally dark room in your home, go back and listen to Episode 224.  In today's episode we are embracing the dar...

225 // Tired of home design trends? 10 ways to design a timeless, classic and cohesive looking home

February 09, 2024 06:42 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

 10 design elements to design a timeless, classic and cohesive looking home    Do you ever get tired of seeing home design trends come and go? It's the nature of trends, that's for sure, but they're so quick that by the time you're ready to embrace it...it's gone just like that, then you're left wondering why you have the hot pink sofa with the bubble chairs and the retro lights. Why? Because Barbiecore was a trend two seconds ago but hasn't been seen since last summer.  It's time to lear...

224 // Have a room with very little natural light? 5 tips for brightening a naturally dark room

February 06, 2024 14:22 - 8 minutes - 8.18 MB

 Do you lack natural light in your room and it feels too dark?    Listener Annie is wondering how to lighten up a dark room, so in today's episode I'm sharing 5 ways you can lighten up a dark space. Next week's quick tip will include 5 ways to intentionally make your room moody and broody.  5 ways to make your dark room feel brighter (only one of them is with paint!).  1. Contrast 2. Warm metals 3. Heaviness/ weightiness of furniture 4. Layers 5. Ambience    Do you have a question ...

224 // Does your room feel too dark? 5 tips for brightening up a dark room in your home

February 06, 2024 14:22 - 8 minutes - 8.18 MB

 Do you lack natural light in your room and it feels too dark?    Listener Annie is wondering how to lighten up a dark room, so in today's episode I'm sharing 5 ways you can lighten up a dark space. Next week's quick tip will include 5 ways to intentionally make your room moody and broody.  5 ways to make your dark room feel brighter (only one of them is with paint!).  1. Contrast 2. Warm metals 3. Heaviness/ weightiness of furniture 4. Layers 5. Ambience    Do you have a question ...

223 // Tired of seeing clutter lying around? Easy solutions for containing everyday clutter so it's aesthetically pleasing

February 02, 2024 14:00 - 18 minutes - 17.5 MB

Do you have everyday clutter that you don't know what to do with?    Everyday clutter is visual clutter that we live with day in and day out. It's useful clutter - things like cords for tech, coffee canisters on the kitchen counters, keys and mail. Every home has everyday clutter, but does every home have a way to contain the clutter in a way that looks pleasing to your design sensibilities (aka pretty)?  In this episode I'm sharing easy solutions for hiding everyday clutter that goes bey...

222 // 3 ways you can incorporate vintage furniture into your modern design style

January 30, 2024 14:00 - 16 minutes - 14.4 MB

3 Ways you can incorporate vintage furniture into your more modern design style:    So, you LOVE modern farmhouse design aesthetic, but mom brings over your grandma's vintage hutch. It's lovely, but it was lovely in grandma's home because it was grandma's. You wouldn't mind entertaining the idea of keeping it, but you don't know how to marry such an antiquated piece of furniture with a more modern home with modern furnishings.    First thing's first...if you're receiving this as a gift f...

221 // The ONE mistake you could be making while decorating your home is IN-ACTION

January 26, 2024 14:00 - 24 minutes - 21.7 MB

 Are you afraid of making a MISTAKE?    What if I choose the wrong color?  What if I mess it up? What if I choose the wrong size?  What if I don't like the change? What if I like it?    Raise your hand if you feel stuck in in-action because you are afraid that you'll make a mistake while decorating your home? In this episode I share my reasons why making a mistake might actually be the best thing for you! Why? Because mistakes mean ACTION. And action is opposite of being stuck.    ...

220 // What's the first step in shopping like a designer? Put your credit card away!

January 24, 2024 03:30 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MB

 Have you ever wondered how to shop like a designer?    What do they do first? How do they save money? How do they make decisions with confidence? How do they know it will look good together before they bring it all home?  In this episode we're answering listener Sidney's questions - how to shop like a designer so I can stop making poor choices?  In this episode I share the five steps to shopping with confidence, staying in budget, making careful selections and it all starts with... PUT...

219 // 6 EASY and BUDGET ways to bring more Quiet Luxury into your home decorating this year

January 19, 2024 14:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MB

 Trend alert for 2024: Quiet Luxury Homes    The markers of a Quiet Luxury design style are design elements that:  ~ mix old/new ~ use earth tones ~ have a classic subtle design ~ are quality pieces ~ are minimalistic in nature ~ are comfortable and inviting   But HOW do you infuse Quiet Luxury into your home? In this episode I share 6 easy ways you can start infusing different elements into your home's design that feel and look like they belong inside a Quiet Luxury magazine!  Wa...

218 // Floors, walls, ceilings: How the concept of 'shopping the perimeter' can help make decorating your home easier

January 16, 2024 18:04 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MB

 Can decorating your home be as EASY as going grocery shopping?!    In today's episode we're taking an every-day errand that you likely don't think twice about and using that concept to help make decorating your home easier!  Shopping the perimeter at the grocery store is something you might do to focus your attention on gathering healthy foods, making good choices, and staying on budget.  The same idea applies to your home. Focusing on the perimeter of your home is a strategy you can ap...

217 // What’s new in home design in 2024?

January 12, 2024 14:00 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MB

 Have you been waiting ALL year to know what's hot in home design this coming year?    Scouring through blogs, articles, Pinterest pins, Instagram posts...all the places...you might be surprised to know that not a lot has changed, trend-wise, going into 2024. We're still seeing sustainable materials, bringing the outdoors in, a move away from white, more color and more personality from last year.   So what's my BIG takeaway?    Be mindful, intentional consumers who aren't afraid to make...

216 // How to simplify your home decor in 6 easy steps

January 09, 2024 14:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

 Does this new year have you itching for simplicity in your home?    "How do I simplify my decor?" This question came in from a listener and that's what we're talking about at the start of this brand new year. Simplifying your decor doesn't mean you have to become a minimalist or move into a tiny home. Simplifying your decor can start by taking a good look at what you have and being intentional about what takes up real estate in your home.   Six easy steps to simplify your decor:  1. T...

215 // Is your home boring? 8 ways to beat the boredom in your home WITHOUT spending a lot of money

January 04, 2024 14:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MB

 Is your home BORING?  "Boredom is choice" is a phrase I often repeat to my boys when they complain of being bored. With a million and one choices of things to do, boredom is a choice - an equal player in those million options.  Boredom in your home is no different. Boredom is a choice. If you are bored with your home's design, you have a choice of doing something about it or staying stagnant. Choices, btw, don't have to cost a lot.  In this episode I'm sharing eight things you can do in ...

214 // Do you love SAVING money? How this client saved almost $4000 in a one hour Decorating S.O.S. call

January 02, 2024 14:00 - 39 minutes - 29.1 MB

 Do you love saving money?  If you love saving money when decorating your home you NEED to listen to today's conversation with Decorating S.O.S. client, Alissa. In the course of one hour, we saved Alissa almost $4000. When you spend time intentionally planning your space, you not only make decisions that are more aligned with your aesthetic, but you learn to spend your money wisely. Wisely doesn't always mean spending less of it, but learning when to save more on an item and when to use wha...

213 // Do you dread cleaning? Learn the tips for setting up a cleaning routing that you can actually stick to!!!

December 28, 2023 14:00 - 30 minutes - 27 MB

 Do you dread cleaning?  Cleaning...you either love it or you hate it! And if you hate it, it's easy to put everything else as higher priority than the chore you dread. But cleaning your home is a necessary evil...it needs to be done. And I don't know about you, but I LOVE a clean house. I just didn't like the process of cleaning... UNTIL NOW! This episode dives into a cleaning routine that is easy to use, easy to maintain and easy to share with a friend because they'll be asking who your...

213 // Do you dread cleaning? Learn the tips for setting up a cleaning routing that you can actually stick to!!!p y

December 28, 2023 14:00 - 30 minutes - 27 MB

 Do you dread cleaning?  Cleaning...you either love it or you hate it! And if you hate it, it's easy to put everything else as higher priority than the chore you dread. But cleaning your home is a necessary evil...it needs to be done. And I don't know about you, but I LOVE a clean house. I just didn't like the process of cleaning... UNTIL NOW! This episode dives into a cleaning routine that is easy to use, easy to maintain and easy to share with a friend because they'll be asking who your...

212 // 10 ways to make your home look expensive WITHOUT spending.a lot of money (replay)

December 26, 2023 14:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

 Do you want your home to LOOK EXPENSIVE without spending a lot of money?  In this episode, I'm sharing 10 practical ways you can make your home look expensive without the added expense! Staying on budget requires intentional design decisions, but your home can look elevated without spending a lot of money!    Enjoy this replay of one of the year's top downloaded episodes and apply what you've learned. Share what you are doing to make your home look expensive without spending a lot of mon...

211 // Setting goals for the new year? Don’t forget your home

December 21, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutes - 24.6 MB

 Home Goals 2024  Do you have them?!   The beginning of a new year can be so inspiring...just think of the possibilities! As a people group we are so good at making resolutions for our health, our finances, our job, our family...but when was the last time you thought about goals for your home?  In this episode I'm sharing four things to think about as you reflect on how your home served you this past year and how those reflections can guide the action we take inside our home this near ye...

210 // Styling a bookshelf like a designer starts with this ONE rule

December 19, 2023 14:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

RULES: you either love them or hate them!    When it comes to decorating your home, rules can be helpful but also restricting. Let's think of them as guidelines. Guidelines are meant to be shifted and change depending on the purpose of styling. Today, we're talking BOOKSHELF STYLING. Bookshelves are an opportunity for you to showcase your personal style while telling your story. Bookshelves, however, can be 100% books or 100% tchotchkes. The balance I like to create and the one we're talk...

208 // 4 Steps to simplify the home design process so you can apply what you’ve been laearning

December 12, 2023 14:00 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

 HOW DO YOU SIMPLIFY THE DESIGN PROCESS AND START?     In today's episode we're talking about FINALLY taking action and applying all of the things you've been learning about home design. But here's the hard truth...if you want an easy pill, the easy button, the fast action...hire a designer. For the rest of you who are READY to APPLY what you've been learning, follow these four steps: 1. STOP consuming inspiration 2. Think about your WHY and determine if it is STRONGER than the limiting...

207 // 5 ways to delight in your home this holiday season

December 07, 2023 14:00 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MB

 Do you DELIGHT in your home?  Delight means to take 'great pleasure in' or be 'pleased greatly by' something. At fig & farm (at home) our goal is NOT perfection in our homes. Our goal is delight: to create homes that reflect your family's story while while being a joyful space for you to spend time with the people you love most.  In today's episode, we're taking a break from the tips for home decorating and focusing our attention on creating intentionality inside your homes so you can del...

206 // There is a FINE line between having a home decorated with sophistication and one that looks ’cheesy’

December 05, 2023 14:00 - 10 minutes - 9.65 MB

 Can your design style be too specific? In today's podcast I'm answering one listener's question who is asking if her desire to have a Coastal Cowgirl home would be too specific. She wants to know how to keep thematic decorating like that on the sophisticated, rather than cheesy side.  In today's episode I'm sharing how NO personal design style can ever be too specific - in fact, the more specific the better. I walk her through a couple of exercises to help her understand how to bring in ...

205 // LIVE coaching inside Home Design 101: Unlocking your personal design style with Andrea

December 01, 2023 16:54 - 25 minutes - 19.5 MB

Do YOU know your personal design style?    Hey friend!  Inside this episode you get to be a fly on the wall as I have a conversation with Andrea about identifying her design aesthetic. At the beginning of our conversation she wasn't sure what it was, but you'll hear that she actually knew EXACTLY what it was in very nuanced terms.  Is YOUR DESIGN STYLE within reach just like Andrea's? Every two weeks inside Home Design 101 we have Office Hours where I answer questions from the students ...

204 // Ready to try refinishing furniture: Tips to get you started

November 28, 2023 14:00 - 10 minutes - 9.61 MB

 Ready to re-finish furniture, but you don't know where to start?   How do you know if you should paint it or stain it? What do you do with water stains or deep scratches? How do you sand it? What paint do you use?   These are some of the questions you may be asking yourself and these same questions may be keeping you stuck so you end up NOT re-finishing the piece that you want to.  In this episode I'm sharing tips for how to successfully start refinishing your first piece of furnit...

203 // Retreating after a long day: 5 ways to make your bedroom feel cozy and look stylish

November 21, 2023 16:14 - 10 minutes - 9.39 MB

 "How do I make my bedroom look cute?"    This question came in from one listener who is desiring to make her bedroom look and feel a bit more like a retreat after the end of a long day. Using these 5 tips inside your bedroom (even inside the rest of your home) can help you elevate the look of your home.    1. Create a color palette using three colors: one foundational color and two accent colors 2. Add layers and texture. Doing so creates depth and nuance inside your room. Nuance eleva...

202 // Are you ready to host for the holidays? Practicing the art of hospitality begins by removing the barriers

November 17, 2023 14:00 - 34 minutes - 24.4 MB

 Are you ready to host for the holidays?    Is the idea of hosting for the holidays stressful? If you answered yes, ask yourself "WHY?" Sometimes it's the personalities of the people we're hosting. Sometimes we don't know how to encourage conversation and it's just so awkward.    BUT SOMETIMES...we are just so insecure with how our home looks, feels and functions that we don't feel confident to welcome others in.    In today's episode, I'm sharing how you can identify which barrier may...

201 // 6 ways to create time to decorate your home when you think you have NONE

November 14, 2023 14:00 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

 Don't have TIME to decorate your home?    In this episode we determine if we lack time or we lack motivation? Sometimes our desire to make change is greater than our motivation to actually decorate and we confuse ourselves into thinking we have no time, when the reality is that we lack the motivation.    In an effort to find time when we think we have none, I teach you how to do a time audit so you can see the holes in your day when productivity can start. Then I give you five creative ...

200 // Starting BIG or starting small: which decluttering strategy is best for you?

November 09, 2023 14:00 - 21 minutes - 19.2 MB

 Ready to DECLUTTER but you don't know where to start?    Have you tried decluttering but haven't felt very successful? Do you wonder if you should empty out an entire room or start small and go item by item?    In this episode we're talking about different strategies for decluttering. I give three examples of decluttering in a BIG way...like you want the stuff gone and you want it gone NOW kind of way.  1. KonMari Method 2. Swedish Death Cleaning 3. Clean Sweep   I also share five ...

199 // I don’t LOVE my home, but I want to. Embracing this ONE thing is the first step!!

November 07, 2023 14:00 - 10 minutes - 9.36 MB

Do you LOVE your home?  OR  Do you WANT to love your home?    As a home owner, you are in a unique position as the author of the story you want your home to tell. You're also the artist behind the canvas of your created home. Basically...you're in charge in a BIG way! But if you don't love your home, you could be feeling a bit stuck! Afterall, you have literally made every decision about the items inside your home - even the ones that you may not think you have.    For example: ~ You...

198 // De-Cluttering your home before the holidays - is it possible? Knowing the TYPES of clutter is a helpful first step

November 02, 2023 13:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MB

 Are you ready to DE-CLUTTER?  The holidays are coming and the guests will be coming over...is your house ready?  In this episode we're diving deep into the world of clutter. It's not all the same and the different types might affect you in different ways than it does, say, your spouse. We're chatting about six common types of clutter (there are more, but we're starting here) and next week, we'll be chatting about different tips, tricks and strategies you can use to combat the different ty...

197 // Is your kitchen ready for a re-fresh? Here are 6 easy to moderate budget friendly DIY ideas you can do on your own

October 31, 2023 13:00 - 13 minutes - 13.6 MB

Are you ready for an EASY kitchen update?  (And how proficient of a DIYer are you?)    In this episode I'm sharing 3 EASY, ANYONE CAN DO DIY updates for your kitchen. And one of them is absolutely FREE (and if I'm being really honest...will bring the BIGGEST reward to your space). Then I share 3 MODERATE, YOU MAY NEED A LITTLE EXPERIENCE OR HAND HOLDING DIY updates that are a little pricier and require a little more bravery and/or skill to pull off.  But ALL OF THEM are do-able, teach-ab...