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Decorating Tips and Tricks
30 episodes
Is There a Date Stamp on Your Decor? - Summer Series
Ep 743 · Aug 12, 2026 · 33 min
Dating is great, but living in a dated home not so much. Today, we're talking about things that will date your home. Some things you will want to avoid. And let's discuss ways to keep your home from looking dated in the future. We want your home to always look perfectly on point, and always in style. Let's talk about strategies to keep your home out of the dated category. Find your own style. Take a listen to learn how to do it HERE. Take a listen to how to keep a room from feeling off balance H…
A Neutral Room - Learn to Get It Right!
Ep 742 · Aug 5, 2026 · 34 min
Doing neutrals right is more complicated that you would think. We're talking about undertones of colors, textures, and what you need to do neutrals right. Black works so well in a neutral room. Check out our episode on adding black to a room HERE. Check out the pillow covers from Jolie Marche HERE. DTT DEFINES Ormolu We are a part of the Amazon affiliate program, and if you make a purchase we can earn money. Looking for amazing decor on Amazon? Anita has updated her favorite picks HERE. CRUSHES…
10 Must Have Living Room Essentials - Summer Series
Ep 741 · Jul 29, 2026 · 34 min
Get ready for our favorite tips for decorating a living room. It's easy to get overwhelmed with all of the decisions you need to make for a living room, so what should you focus on? What is most important? Let's discuss. The etagere that served as Anita's inspiration for her new home is HERE. Kelly mentioned these episodes that compliment this episode What to splurge on HERE What to not splurge on HERE. DTT DEFINES china, porcelain, and bone china, what's the difference Looking for amazing decor…
Copy & Paste Decorating NEVER Works - Learn to Translate Instead
Ep 740 · Jul 22, 2026 · 28 min
Copy and paste decorating NEVER works. Learn to translate what you love so it works for you and your home with us today. Remember the most copied rooms are not the best designed, the best designed rooms are the most considered. Looking for amazing decor on Amazon? Anita has updated her favorite picks HERE. We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Kelly's crush is "Love Story" the beautiful…
Rapid Fire Decor Tips - fast and fundamental
Ep 739 · Jul 15, 2026 · 29 min
Today we are talking twice as fast to get as many tips in this episode as possible. Get your pen ready, because we're sharing our very favorite tips in our 'fast and furious' mode! Looking for amazing decor on Amazon? Anita has updated her favorite picks HERE. Kelly's app is getting fantastic feedback - give it a try HERE. We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Anita's crush is the Britb…
How To MAXIMIZE Your Outdoor Spaces
Ep 738 · Jul 8, 2026 · 35 min
We are talking about making every inch count to make a small porch live big. Dandelion / Sparkler solar lights are so pretty tucked in your containers or flower beds. Light up your outdoor space with these dainty whimsical lights. Get a pack or two HERE. How about a gazing ball as a garden focal point? Get one HERE. Give Kelly's app a try! Check it out HERE. Looking for amazing decor on Amazon? Anita has updated her favorite picks HERE. Kelly's crush is the podcast Talking Gardens by Gardens Ill…
Make Better Choices - We Teach You How
Ep 737 · Jul 1, 2026 · 26 min
Stop! You don't need more stuff! Let's talk about the real problem. Maybe rather than adding something to your room, you need to remove something. Anita's crush is the YouTube video about Rebecca Vizard and her gorgeous, quirky Louisiana home HERE Kelly's crush is the movie Sentimental Value. See the trailer HERE. We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Looking for amazing decor on Amazon…
Rapid Fire Organizing Tips - DTT Classic
Ep 736 · Jun 24, 2026 · 33 min
We've got so many super simple ways to de-clutter your home, and we're going rapid fire today, so get out your pencil! DTT DEFINES: Chiavari chair We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. CRUSHES: Kelly's crush is the wonderful YouTube yoga instructor Charlie Follows. Check out Charlie's channel HERE. Anita's crush is this charming pink toaster HERE. Looking for amazing decor on Amazon? An…
What YOU Keep, Why and How to Stop!
Ep 735 · Jun 17, 2026 · 43 min
What are you keeping and why? Let's discuss what's in your house, and why letting go feels so hard. It certainly helped us to understand ourselves and our family members. And maybe it will help you sort through your things and make some hard decisions. The things we keep represent memories identity hopes for the future guilt obligation comfort and even fear Listen to our episode on the art of Swedish Death cleaning HERE We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We…
Summer Decorating Trends 2026
Ep 734 · Jun 10, 2026 · 28 min
Is your home ready for summer? School's out and we're here to help get your home ready for the summer months. Anita is focused on entertaining, and has lots of ideas for your table. You can find the items she mentioned in the episode HERE. Looking for amazing decor on Amazon? Anita has updated her favorite picks HERE. We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. The rattan pagodas are HERE and…
Decorate Without Losing Your Mind !
Ep 733 · Jun 3, 2026 · 27 min
Are you frustrated with your decorating project? Deep breaths and let's talk about how to keep from being overwhelmed with your project. We've got several great tips on how to approach a project in a way that doesn't feel so stressful. Join Kelly on her app Home Design Coach. Click HERE to learn more! Looking for amazing decor on Amazon? Anita has updated her favorite picks HERE. We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified pur…
Color Predictions - DTT Plus
May 29, 2026 · 20 min
Are the hot colors predictions for 2026 really a blaze? Today we take a look at what paint brands & industry experts declared for 2026 to see if any of those colors have made it onto your walls and into your homes. Check out this funny SNL skit on Farrow and Ball paints HERE. Create a home you will LOVE along with Kelly on her app - Home Design Coach. Check out HERE ! Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typic…
Do You Have Style?
Ep 732 · May 27, 2026 · 27 min
Style - Do you have it? Want to know how to get it? Today we are sharing the secrets to developing a signature style. Curious about Kelly's App - Home Design Coach? You should be... It is fantastic! Check it out HERE. Kelly's style icon to know is India Hicks. See India's vibe, homes and style in these places: Her site HERE Her IG HERE Her books HERE, HERE, and HERE Anita thinks Paula Sutton has a very unique and joyful personal style Her book HERE Her IG HERE Her youtube channel HERE DTT define…
DeBunking Decorating Myths That May Have You Fooled
Ep 731 · May 20, 2026 · 31 min
Beware of these decorating myths! Let's discuss these 'rules' that aren't really rules! This first myth is - Small rooms must be painted white - FALSE! Have you taken the decorating quiz on Kelly's new app? No obligation when you check it out and get your personalized plan. Visit studio.com/kelly or simply click HERE to experience it! Anita has updated her Amazon page with many new beautiful items for your home. HERE. We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We ma…
Is Your Living Room Stuck in 2010?
Ep 730 · May 13, 2026 · 31 min
Is your living room stuck in the past? If it is, we're here to help you update it. Move away from the cold gray color! Make sure your furniture isn't all 'matchy-matchy.' Use flexible seating These are just a few of our tips from the episode today. Listen to our episode about the Nancy Meyers look HERE. We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Anita's crush is Monarch of the Glen HERE. Exp…
Save on a House YOU Truly LOVE !
May 7, 2026 · 3 min
Thrilled that many of you have subscribed to my new app Home Design Coach ! I am really looking forward to working with you on creating a home you truly love. For those of you who haven't heard about the app or those who are interested but have questions...I popped in today to answer some of the questions I have received since the launch. Listen in to learn more and if you didn't listen to the prior episode about the app tune in there to get additional details ... or better yet, head to Home Des…
Is Your House Depressing? We Can Help!
Ep 729 · May 6, 2026 · 31 min
Is your house depressing? We are here to help you make it a happy place. Let's talk about the things that might be making your home feel sad. For starters, make sure you have good lighting and you've decluttered your home. Kelly's App - Home Design Coach is fantastic! Have you checked it out? Right now save 20% and have Kelly help you design a home you truly LOVE! Go HERE to see what it is all about and subscribe. The special launch pricing ends on May 8th - don't miss out! Crushes: Anita's crus…
It's Transformational - Join Me!
May 1, 2026 · 5 min
Your home TRANSFORMATION awaits HERE ! Hi Everyone, Are you dreaming of living in a home you truly love? Let's make that dream a reality starting today! It's Kelly...popping in with a special opportunity for you. It's an opportunity to create a home you truly love with me as your design teacher and guide. The teachings, experience and results will be tailored to you! You can join me for this opportunity on the new app I created with Studio.com. My app is called Home Design Coach. You can use the…
New to Decorating? We've Got You Covered - DTT Classic
Ep 728 · Apr 29, 2026 · 40 min
New to decorating? We've got you covered!! We've got a lot of thoughts for someone who is just starting out in their decorating journey. We're sharing some of our favorite tips for you. If you are just starting out, check out these episodes, Design lessons that will make you a better decorator HERE When to splurge and when to save HERE DTT defines Beidermeier Find out more about Beidermeier furniture HERE. We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailer…
Wood Drenching - Yay or Nay? DTT Plus
Apr 24, 2026 · 15 min
Wood drenching is a room that is full of wood. It could be on the walls, the ceiling, the floor and so much more. We're discussing what it is and why you might or might not want to do it. Let's discuss! Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We wo…
Renovation Rules You Won't Want to Break!
Ep 727 · Apr 22, 2026 · 29 min
Don't start a renovation project without listening to this episode. Before you pick anything out, first think about how you use your home, not how you would like to use your home, not how other people use their homes, but about how you and your family live there. A few tips include - invest where it matters most and don't focus on trends, but on classic design that is always in style. We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualifie…
Painting Tricks Designers Use and You Can Too!
Ep 726 · Apr 15, 2026 · 29 min
We're sharing some painting secrets for your home. There are so many things you can do with paint in your home, like color drenching. Take into account the color of the light in the room by always looking at samples in the actual room where the color will go. You also might want to know the LRV of the paint, or the light reflective value. We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Crushes: K…
Expensive Upgrades You May Regret!
Ep 725 · Apr 8, 2026 · 37 min
Stop! Will your upgrade increase your home's resale value? Do you care? Let's discuss. Some upgrades like pools or fancy appliances are probably not going to make you more money when you sell your home. Unique tiles in the bathroom and very high contrast kitchen countertops may also be an expensive upgrade that won't pay you back. Crushes: Kelly's crush is a darling pelted fabric lampshade. See it HERE. We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a sma…
Covering It All - Everything YOU Need to Know About Window Treatments
Ep 724 · Apr 1, 2026 · 39 min
If you are looking to add curtains, blinds, shades or something else to your windows, you'll want to hear this. We're covering the whole list Blinds Roller shades Roman shades Woven shades Honeycomb shades Vertical blinds Plantation shutters Curtains We're talking about why we like or dislike each option. A few options got 2 thumbs down from us. Can you guess which ones? Anita's favorite source bamboo shades are HERE in the Hatteras Camel color. Anita uses BLINDS.COM for her windows HERE. The Yo…
Patina Why We Love It & What a Bit Can Do For YOU - DTT Plus
Mar 27, 2026 · 17 min
Patina, what is it and why do we love it so much? Patina is the subtle change that develops on surfaces over time. It can happen to copper, brass, silver, wood, leather, and marble. SCHEDULE A DESIGN CONSULT Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you.…
Tips to Refresh Beautifully on The Cheap
Ep 723 · Mar 25, 2026 · 34 min
It's Spring Break! Enjoy a few DTT Classics while we, and we hope you, enjoy some time with family. Buckle your seatbelt, thrills and spills await! We love making inexpensive changes to get a big result. We're calling this cheap thrills! Here are a few of the tips shared today. Paint old furniture for a new fresh look Use unique objects for artwork Paint old wicker furniture or baskets a fun color for a change Use an oversized basket to store extra pillows in your room, then it becomes deco…
Spring is Here - Is Your House Ready?
Ep 722 · Mar 18, 2026 · 28 min
It's Spring Break! Enjoy a few DTT Classics while we, and we hope you, enjoy some time with family. Spring is almost here and it's time to get your house ready for Spring. Sure it's time for spring cleaning, but it also the time to refresh your decor. We're sharing what our favorite spring things to do to our homes and some specific products. Kelly loves these items Chintz napkins Green linen table runner Nest We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retaile…
Our Trend is NO TREND at All
Ep 721 · Mar 11, 2026 · 45 min
It's Spring Break! Enjoy a few DTT Classics while we, and we hope you, enjoy some time with family. Get off the trend hamster wheel! If you are following the trends you'll always be behind, and you'll never get ahead of the game. The anti-trend is all about going classic without worrying about what is 'in' and what's 'out'. The anti-trend means you create your own signature style so you are never 'off-trend'. Listen to our podcast episode how to create your own style HERE. Here are some cla…
Designer's Golden Ratio - The 2/3 Rule
Ep 720 · Mar 4, 2026 · 24 min
What is the 2/3 rule and why does it matter? We'll explain and once you get it, it's super easy to use the rule. Remember you don't need to be precise. There's no need to use a tape measurer; it's just a guideline We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Kelly's crush is the series "Knife's Edge - Chasing Michelin Stars". Check it out HERE. Anita's crush is a new pair of duck boots HERE. S…
Micro Dosing Color -Why & How To
Feb 27, 2026 · 18 min
Microdosing color, what is it? And more importantly how do you do it? We discussed the episode 'Do you Fear color' you can listen to it HERE. This is such a fun way to add small amounts of color to a room, while it still remains mostly neutral. SCHEDULE A DESIGN CONSULT Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room toget…
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