Decorating Tips And Tricks

Today we are covering our very favorite must know decorating tips! These are the best of the best tips to make your home beautiful, comfortable & happy. Some of the key TIPS are: Consider the big picture before you start decorating Take a photo of the room before you start. It will reveal truths your eyes might be ignoring. Remember Function trumps style Go bold in small spaces Use unmatched chairs at the table Keep key dimensions on your phone so you have them with you when shopping Use a Limited color palette Make sure that the room has points of height in the room Cluster your collection together in one place Layer patterns Use outdoor fabrics in the kitchen and dining room Have tables near chairs in the living room so people can set a drinking glass there Find gorgeous antique chairs and redo the upholstry Unify your collection by sticking to just one color Use rugs in the house to provide a warm and cozy feel to the room Add substantial moulding to your room Add one wow piece per

Today we talk about romancing your home. Or better yet, decorating your home so it romances you! We have ideas that push the envelope of what might be typically considered ‘romantic’ and those that clearly fall into that category. Each item will add a delightful touch to your home and in turn make you feel wonderful. That sounds pretty romantic doesn’t it? And today isn’t all hearts and flowers, you are going to learn important tips on an item most of us use regularly. Anita’s picks for adding a touch of romance are: A velvet duvet from Ballard Designs HERE. A cross the tub bath caddy from Wayfair HERE A faux fur throw from Soft Surroundings HERE. A tabletop fire from Wayfair HERE . An Empire style crystal chandelier from Wayfair HERE . Kelly’s picks for adding a touch of Romance are: Non-toxic candles - listen to learn the 3 things you must know in order to choose candles that are non-toxic. (No-one wants to be in a toxic relationship!) Click HERE for an all natural hand poured non-toxic ca

Today we help you learn to be your most creative self!This episode is filled with tips/advice on cultivating your creativity.We also have a give away of a signed book that is all about fostering creativity in the way you design & decorate your home. Listen in to learn how to easily enter to win a signed copy of My Creative Space by Donald Rattner.Also click on the Venus et Fleur box to the right to receive complimentary shipping on their stunning everlasting rose arrangements.We talk a lot about tangible ways to cultivate creativity today. A more intangible way is to stop hindering your creativity in your thoughts. Stop thinking & saying "I am not creative". You are and can be more so with a bit of practice and the right environment.Crushes:Kelly treated herslef to a pair of Serena & Lily Positano linen pjs. See them HERE.Anita is all "set" with a new set of dishes Kingsley by Spode. HERE.The Hot Topic is an interesting green alternative to traditional builds - Container homes. See some great exam

This episode is all about finding the inexpensive version of some high end looks. We accepted the challenge of getting the look for less. First we selected some high end items for your home, then we scoured the internet to find less expensive versions of each item. Anita picks are below. The high end dresser is HERE The low end version is HERE The high end mirror is HERE The low end mirror is HERE The high end diamond rug is HERE The low end diamond rug is HERE The high end rattan chair is HERE The low end rattan chair is HERE The high end floor lamp is HERE The low end version is HERE Kelly's picks are below. The concrete & gold lamp high end is HERE The low end version is HERE The high end glass cylinder lamp is HERE The low end version is HERE The high end round Mirror is HERE The low end version is HERE The high end sectional is HERE The low end version is HERE The high end cashmere throw is HERE The low end version is HERE The high end Gold & glass coffee table is HERE The low end i

And it's our birthday on Friday!!! That's right, we share a birthday, so we're celebrating this week. Ok, let's spark up the episode topic - fireplace ideas & inspiration. Hearth, surround, mantle, firebox and more we have suggestions and advice for every aspect of your fireplace. We even have a source to add a fireplace without the need of ANY traditional elements like a chimney, flue etc. Have a fireplace that doesn't work? No problem and no longer a big dark hole in your room. We have that design dilemma solved several times over. Listen in for all the details here are links to some of what we mentioned. Check out our tips on painting your fireplace HERE You can see Anita's antique fireplace screen HERE Ethanol Bio flame is HERE Geometric shapes for the fireplace are HERE Fireballs are HERE The hot topic is about new research that people judge your home in the first 38 seconds HERE Anita is crushing on Britbox HERE It's a channel that is full of fabulous British shows, vintage and new. Ke

We are making some new decor moves to be spot on for the new year. You should too! Listen in to hear how you can incorporate some of the tempting trends ahead. Listen to our 2020 Trend Forecast episode and then start making some new decor moves to be in step for 2020. Listen HERE. Down size if that feels right for you. Now is the time to go smaller and make those fewwer square feet absolutely fabulous. Less is definitely more when you can make a smaller home exactly to your liking. If you are thinking about selling your home, spring time is a great time to put your house on the market, but even better timing, be the first on by getting your house ready to roll in February. Add a garden room or add several plants to a sunny room in yoru home. Incorporating the natural world into your home is definitely a move to make in 2020. Remember we talked about the 2020 trend to carve out a dedicated office space in your home. Here are several desks that can fit in small spaces and often do double duty. We pa

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! While we ponder & plan all the possibilities for 2020, today we dwell in the practicality. The things you should do right now to prepare your home to be a well oiled machine for 2020. Doing these things saves you time, $$, space & energy. Leaving more of all that for the possibility part! We participate in the Amazon Associate program so we may receive a small fee if you purchase through our links. This in no way increases the amount you pay. Thanks for shopping through our links. Anita has convinced me to get a label maker. I picked out this one HERE. Do you have an off site storage unit? What's in it? Please consider whether you really need it and whatever is in there. Take your holiday storage to expert level with THIS & THIS. Replacing THESE makes your home more efficient & saves moola. Make this the year to change 'em up! Everyone should have one of THESE no matter where you live. Me too!! Farm Girl Flowers are fabulous - treat yourself or someone

It's round about the time to start putting away the Christmas decor. Some feel their homes look bare now, while others love the clean slate, and minimalist look that January brings. No matter which side of the fence you sit on, we're talking about things you can do to transition your home from the holidays to a winter look. Greenery, pine cones, cozy touches & metallics work well all thru the winter season. We participate in the Amazon Associate program so we may receive a small fee if you purchase through our links. This in no way increases the amount you pay. Thanks for shopping through our links. Wonderful such decor pieces are: ~ preserved boxwood wreaths HERE; ~ greens cut from your garden or bought in bunches at the market; ~ flameless candles HERE; ~ mercury glass votives HERE; ~ a wintery scented candle HERE; ~ a winter white 'fur' pillow HERE; ~ cozy throws HERE & HERE; The red holiday touches should go, unless red it is part of your year round palette. Trees, Santas and o

Let's talk about lessons that will make you a better decorator. We love learning, and sharing all we have learned about making your home beautiful. Here are some of our favorite lessons.Take a picture of the room first. When you look at the photo, you'll notice things you didn't notice standing in the room. And then as you make changes you'll have a before photo. Be sure to take a photo after you make changes too!Make sure your layout works for your room.We participate in the Amazon Associate program so we may receive a small fee if you purchase through our links.Sliders for moving furniture on wood floors are found HEREand for carpet HEREFind Anita's book HEREFind Kelly's book HEREAim for a timeless look when you are buying big ticket items.Add some black to every room.Add layers to your homeAdd some living plantsBuy a solid color sofa for it to be in style for the long haul.Listen to our sofa episode HERETry to buy lamps in pairs.Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and

It's time to start thinking of transitioning your decor from Christmas to winter. Winter is such a peaceful, quiet and beautiful time of year. It's about snuggling in warm blankets, drinking hot cocoa around a fire in the hearth, enjoying time with family and friends. Just because the holidays will soon be over, doesn't mean that the fun has to stop. We participate in the Amazon Associate program so we may receive a small fee if you purchase through our links. We mentioned several items in this episode. Here are links to a few of them. Boxwood wreaths, on sale HERE Black fur throw with tons of great reviews HERE Faux fur pillows, on sale HERE Anita is crushing on Pimpernel placemats in the Strawberry thief pattern HERE Kelly and crushing on Stone and Beam pots and pans 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 typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room toge

Best of: Creating Cozy Cozy is so inviting anytime of the year, but especially when the temperature dips & the calendar turns to the holidays. We have some easy tips & suggestions for creating cozy in your house, along with some specific decor items that can instantly transfrom a room with cozy. We participate in the Amazon Associate program so we may receive a small fee if you purchase through our links. This in no way increases the amount you pay. Furry pillows HERE and HERE Lambswool rug HERE See our favorite Soft Surroundings snow leopard throw 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 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 work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels. Links are

In this episode we blow your mind & the doors off your kitchen cabinets with a treasure trove of great information, advice, ideas and of course, tips! All this information will help you make your kitchen cabinets not only timeless & beautiful, but make them work for you. We cover it all in depth & detail from the materials, design, styles, finishes. All the options for undertaking a kitchen cabinet project are discussed from a simple re-fresh to a complete remodel. Don't miss this jam packed episode... See a video tour of Kelly's kitchen HERE. Visit Anita's kitchen HERE. Crushes: Kelly devours a Panettone every Christmas season. Small slice by small slice everyday with her tea. It is a personal tradition. We participate in the Amazon Associate program so we may receive a small fee if you purchase through our links. This in no way increases the amount you pay. Have you heard of this delicious Italian sweet, fluffy bread/cake? This one is delicious & comes in a lovely pre-wrap

Best of episode: If you are looking for gift ideas, you'll love this list. It's some of our very favorite things. You might want to buy these for someone else or for yourself. The hair dryer/round brush HERE Pet portraits for your pets HERE Yoga pants with the phone pocket HERE Le Creuset Stoneware French Press HERE French Duralex containers (very practical gift!) HERE Honey spoons HERE Rescue Me book by Fifi O'Neill HERE Menus: A Book for Your Meals and Memories bookHERE Crossbody purse with a window for your iPhone HERE Reclaimed wood bath trays HERE Home Apothecary book by Stephanie Rose HERE Apple Air pods HERE Snow Leopord Throws 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 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 work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE Hang ou

The powder room may be small, but boy can it be mighty! It's an important room that can wow guests with just a little bit of extra effort. Today we are sharing some easy ways to refresh your powder room so you can enjoy it and your guests feel pampered. We mentioned embroidered tissue box covers, CLICK HERE We participate in the Amazon Associate program so we may receive a small fee if you purchase through our links. This in no way increases the amount you pay. Kelly mentioned the buffet lamp that fits in her powder room. See a similar buffet lamp HERE. How about adding some monogrammed towels to your powder room? You can find some HERE This is the wallpaper in Kelly's powder room HERE. Crushes: Kelly's glass cylinder and brass lamp. Check it out HERE. Thanks for the wonderful book recommendation from Michele. Check out A Paris Apartment HERE. Get further information on this very interesting story HERE & HERE. Anita's duck boots are HERE Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do

Today we are revealing how to create a stunning tree. We've got loads of ideas and tips to help you create a beautiful and memorable tree no matter if it is faux, real, big or small. We cover it all & top it off! Watch Kelly's YouTube video with a great tip for decorating a tree HERE. Prelit hinged trees are super easy to set up HERE We love to use a base of silver ornaments on our trees. The silver goes with almost any color. Use silver ornaments on your tree, and then you can add different colors each year if you like. Most colors will work well with the silver ornaments. We participate in the Amazon Associate program so we may receive a small fee if you purchase through our links. This in no way increases the amount you pay. Thanks for shopping through our links. Kelly follows Dreamy Whites. Check out the tree by Dreamy Whites HERE Check out the clip on candle lights HERE Red berry Christmas picks HERE Gold leaf Christmas picks HERE More gold Christmas picks HERE Pearl Christmas tree

Upon popular demand we have put together another gift giving episode! We, and all of you relish the joy of giving a thoughtful and beautiful gift. We think this list will have the perfect suggestions for anyone on your list ~ including YOU! ( Best gift for us? Leave us a raving review on itunes. Give HERE ... Many Thanks!! ) Kelly's finds: Phone Soap - smart phone sanitzer & charger HERE. Make a day of your gift with a tour of the Garden Conservancy Open Days Garden Tours. HERE. Home Sick candles - scents of places you/they love. HERE Check your local Trader Joe's for the seasonal olive boards & bowls. Great to gift alone or add to a basket of cilunary delights! Lovely monogram-able vase. HERE French spreaders with faux bone handles. HERE. Delicious prepared beef from Perini Ranch via Williams & Sonoma. HERE Infinity scarf with inflatable travel pillow. HERE Family or couple vintage inspired travel map. HERE Puzzle (500 pieces) depicting the cover of the NY Times with your choi

This is part of our 'Best of Series', and we'll be doing 'Best of' episodes on every Weds from now until the end of the year. Enjoy! When transitioning from summer to fall you can up your general happiness by focusing on home. Taking care of your home is a form of self care that can really increase your overall happiness. Ramp up your happiness at home with our tips and advice. Happier at home = happier overall. Today we have tips & ideas on transiting from summer to fall, easy fall decor touches, fall scents & products, a few fall recipes and practical fall home mainenance advice. We kick off with the practical stuff. Tune in to make sure you are keeping up with thes essential tasks. Fall decor in a word - COZY! Add texture, warm hues, layers, and natural elements. Try these affordable ( $12.87 ) sweater pillows for texture. HERE Check out this caramel colored pillow cover for just the right warm hue. HERE How about a bunch or two of curly willow for a natural element with height.

Looking for new Christmas decor for your home? Sometimes when you open up the boxes of Christmas decor, you things look sad and tired. It might be time to change things up and add something fresh and new. We've done the shopping for you, so check out the cool things we found. Many of these items are bargains too. As Amazon associates, we earn from qualifying purchases. Kelly's mentions: Feather Tree - check one out HERE. Boxwood wreath Light up, HERE: Boxwood wreath, HERE Real person selling on Amazon! Furry tree skirt, HERE Tinsel tree, HERE Vintage santa mugs, HERE Transferware, HERE Scotch guard alternative: HERE and HERE Anita's favorites are below. Mercury glass ornaments, HERE Painted pinecone ornaments choose the colors you want, HERE Toulon live Christmas tree urn, HERE Mini boxwood wreaths, HERE Angel tree topper that looks like a santos, HERE Venetian tree topper, gold star with mirror, HERE Bristle berry 30 inch PVC wreath, HERE White LED ceramic tree, HERE Velvet stockings,

Christmas decorating does not have to be an endurance test. If you are thinking about freeing yourself from the bin, this is the episode for you! Learn the holiday decor hot spots that you can focus on to great impact without all the effort. Less is MORE at Christmas time when your decor is elegant & considered. We go room to room & give you specific ideas on how to create a beautiful statement for the holidays. There are soooo many easy, elegant & lovely ideas in this episode - listen in! Christmas right done right by Dreamy Whites - see HERE. Rusched runner that Kelly talked about HERE. Take a candlelight Christmas tour of Kelly's house HERE. Have a seat in Kelly's dining room set for Christmas HERE. Crushes: Anita discovered a great new podcast for us to try - History Chicks. Give them a listen HERE. Kelly shares her experience speaking at the Digital Hollywood Conference. Have a look at the line up HERE. Congratulations to our long time listener and DTT friend Tarryn H. on

Real or faux ~ which way to go? Today we not so much debate, but clarify the facts surrounding the real vs faux Christmas tree controversy. The Christmas tree is the centerpiece of holiday decor. Traditions and memories are made under, around & about this holiday focal point. People are often staunch in their opinions of real or faux, but are all the facts clear...? Today we discuss the virtues and drawback of either choice, ring in on our thoughts & give you a few options in both catagories. Here's a source for a truly faux gold/platinum tree like the one Kelly puts up in her kitchen. Click HERE. Have a look at Kelly's gold/platinum tree HERE. Rent a live Christmas tree HERE or HERE. Green Promise can help you find organic options for lots of things including Christmas trees. Have a look HERE. Our crushes are: Kelly's has enjoyed the American solo pianist George Winston for years. Have a listen HERE. Anita just back from London shares Cath Kidston. Look HERE. Need help with your h