Home Staging Tips

If you have a dining room and you are selling your home soon, you will want to listen in to this episode. I share home staging tips for the dining room as well as things you should and should not do. Mentioned in the podcast: Blog post https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/home-staging/buyers-want-formal-dining-room-hear-what-realtors-had-to-say/ How to Start Staging now www.bit.ly/startstagingnow 30 Day Home Staging Challenge https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/homestagingchallenge2024/ Portfolio with before and after photos https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/portfolio/

Repurposing a room or a space in your home can be a fun project. Maybe you have a new hobby or outgrew a need. By redesigning it, you can create a whole new space that you will use for years to come.   Download my free staging guide, How to Start Staging Now at www.bit.ly/startstagingnow   Contact Kasia McDaniel to book a home staging consultation today https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/online-staging-consult/   Connect with us: FB: /bluediamondstaginganddesign IG:  /bluediamondstaginganddesign PIN: /bluediamondstaginanddesign WEB: www.bluediamondstaginganddesign.com LISTEN TO MY PODCAST www.bit.ly/creativehomepodcast READ MY BLOG POSTS https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/home-staging-blog/

Planning on a camping trip soon? Whether you are tent camping, staying in a camper, or at a cabin, there are certain things to keep in mind to get things organized and easier to find. Let's dive into camping and what you can do to prepare for your camping trip. Mentioned in this episode: Tent Camping Packing List https://www.etsy.com/listing/1674024085/tent-camping-packing-checklist-google Car Camping Organization List https://amandaoutside.com/car-camping-organization/

Moving can be stressful for anyone but when you add kids to the mix, it can be downright exhausting. We’ve had our share of moves across the country and around the world with and without kids. So how do you do it? Let’s talk about what will make your life easier when moving with kids. Mentioned in this episode: Military moving checklist https://www.etsy.com/listing/1518027593/military-moving-planner-printable-moving Moving checklist planner https://www.etsy.com/listing/1611526515/moving-checklist-planner-printable International PCS moving planner https://www.etsy.com/listing/1508371430/international-pcs-moving-planner-moving New apartment checklist https://www.etsy.com/listing/1546019653/new-home-apartment-checklist-moving Moving playlist  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5kffS7dK1U8sxBmP36HrfI Kids Road trip games https://www.etsy.com/listing/1595893102/kids-road-trip-games-printable-games Moving with kids blog post https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/how-to/moving-with-kids/ Free home staging guide

There is a new way to decorate that is trending on Pinterest and it’s called Street Style. It's not something you would normally find in the suburban area where I live, but if you live in the city, are a young professional, or a teenager who wants to show off their artistic style, this may be right up your alley. It's a great way to combine urban ideas with modern interior design. Mentioned in this episode: https://theolivebranchnest.com/street-style-rooms/ https://popprods.com/best/street-style-room-ideas/ Download my free staging guide, How to Start Staging Now at www.bit.ly/startstagingnow   Contact Kasia McDaniel to book a home staging consultation today https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/online-staging-consult/   Connect with me: FB: /bluediamondstaginganddesign IG:  /bluediamondstaginganddesign PIN: /bluediamondstaginanddesign WEB: www.bluediamondstaginganddesign.com LISTEN TO MY PODCAST www.bit.ly/creativehomepodcast READ MY BLOG POSTS https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/home-st

It’s August and if you are a parent, some of your kids may have already gone back to school or about to and you know what this means…time to get them ready and in the mindset to do homework. My kids like to do homework in different places around the house. Some like to be in the kitchen when I’m prepping dinner, while some of them need some peace and quiet. So that’s why I want to help you parents to start thinking about where your kids are going to do their homework. Let's get into finding and creating a back-to-school homework area in your home. Mentioned in this episode: How to Start Staging Your House Now www.bit.ly/startstagingnow #backtoschool #homework #creativehomepodcast #parenting

When it comes to selling your home, I know you will do everything you can to make it look nice and appeal to buyers. But did you know there are certain things that can turn off buyers? Don’t make the mistake of doing these 15 things to turn off buyers. Mentioned in this episode: How to Start Staging Your Home Now www.bit.ly/startstagingnow Contact Kasia McDaniel to book a home staging consultation today https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/online-staging-consult/   Connect with me: FB: /bluediamondstaginganddesign IG:  /bluediamondstaginganddesign PIN: /bluediamondstaginanddesign WEB: www.bluediamondstaginganddesign.com LISTEN TO MY PODCAST www.bit.ly/creativehomepodcast READ MY BLOG POSTS https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/home-staging-blog/   #sellmyhousefast #homestaging #bluediamondstaginganddesign #creativehomepodcast

It’s the end of July (for most of you listening) and you don't want to do much. You are trying to enjoy the last few weeks of the summer and I understand! In order to keep you motivated and check off some things off your to-do list, let me share a mini to-do list when you don’t have time. Mentioned in this episode:(Free guide) How to Start Staging Your House Now www.bit.ly/startstagingnow Moving checklist  Moving Checklist Planner, Printable Google Sheets, Moving To-Do List RESOURCES AND LINKS: - ONLINE HOME STAGING CONSULT https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/online-staging-consult/  - FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/bluediamondstaginganddesign - INSTAGRAM www.instagram.com/bluediamondstaginganddesign - PINTEREST www.pinterest.com/bluediamondstaginganddesign - LISTEN TO MY PODCAST www.bit.ly/creativehomepodcast - READ MY BLOG POSTS https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/home-staging-blog

So you have a college student moving away to live in a dorm. Not sure what to pack or how much is too much? I was in the same boat a few years ago and I want to share my lessons learned and a checklist to help you get through this transition. Mentioned in this episode: Blog post: https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/how-to/college-dorm-moving-and-packing-list-you-need-for-a-smooth-move/ Adulting Skills for College https://www.collegedata.com/resources/campus-life/6-adulting-skills-youll-need-for-college College Dorm Packing Checklist (Google Sheets): https://www.etsy.com/listing/1493145229/college-student-dorm-room-packing College Dorm Packing Checklist (Excel): https://www.etsy.com/listing/1651205563/college-freshman-dorm-room-packing-list Download my free staging guide, How to Start Staging Now at www.bit.ly/startstagingnow   RESOURCES AND LINKS: - ONLINE HOME STAGING CONSULT https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/online-staging-consult/  - FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/bluediamondstaginganddesign -

When selling your home, realtors know your home needs to show well. But what happens when your realtor says, I don’t believe in home staging to you as a homeowner? Well, I had that same scenario happen to my client who hired me as a home stager to help her. Let’s talk about what we did in this week’s episode. Mentioned in this episode: How to start staging your house now  bit.ly/startstagingnow

We started a vegetable garden this year and we went all out. Last year we started with just pots and grew some potatoes, basil, and green onions. This year we created a plan with 8-foot-long beds in separate areas around our home. Listen in to hear what we learned, our wins and losses and the pests we had to deal with this year. Mentioned in this episode: Roasted garlic tomato sauce https://www.pinterest.com/pin/549017010843713729/ crockpot tomato sauce https://www.pinterest.com/pin/549017010843713707/ garlic sauteed green beans https://www.pinterest.com/pin/549017010843717091/ companion planting https://www.pinterest.com/pin/549017010839870822/

Buying a house soon and wondering what loans to use or tips to get a better credit rating? Do I need to work with a lender and will they really look out for me? That is why I invited my friend, Rita Hairston, a senior home loan consultant with Main Street Home Loans. She covers mortgage loans, tips, and busts some mortgage myths in this week's podcast episode. Mentioned in this episode: Experian Boost https://www.experian.com/consumer-products/score-boost.html Check out Rita Hairston's website at www.hairstonhomeloans.com

With summer here and trips to come, we are bound to host guests in our house. We recently hosted a family of five in our house and I wanted to share some tips and tricks on how to get ready to host overnight guests and what you can do to make them feel right at home. Mentioned in this episode: How to Start Staging Your House Now bit.ly/startstagingnow

Home decor accessories can help pull a room together. Using color, textures, and shapes, an accessory helps fill in the gaps after you put in the furniture. Accessories also are a way to express your personality. So let’s get into some ideas on what accessories you should have in your home to fill in those gaps. Mentioned in this episode: Home decor ebook https://www.etsy.com/listing/1614205648/home-decor-placement-interior-decorating How to start staging now bit.ly/startstagingnow Home staging consult https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/online-staging-consult/ How to Decorate Your Walls Like an Adult bit.ly/decoratewalls

Organizing professional, Amber Kornegay, helps busy moms organize their homes and feel less overwhelmed. We talk about how she got started, her services, and share some organizing tips you can use now. Mentioned in this episode: Organized by Amber on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/organizedbyamberllc/ Organized by Amber on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083196309221 Home Staging consult with Kasia https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/online-staging-consult/

It is June and this is the time when moving gets busy. I know for my military families out there, this is PCS season, and moving can get very expensive. That’s why I want to talk about home staging resources to help keep you on budget. Mentioned in this episode: Home Decor Accessory ebook https://www.etsy.com/listing/1614205648/home-decor-placement-interior-decorating Home Staging Consultation https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/online-staging-consult/ How to Start Staging Your House Now www.bit.ly/startstagingnow

Teenagers can be a moody bunch. I know because I have a few myself! But when it comes to their bedroom, I can hear the mom's and dad's eyes rolling now. They can be a helter-skelter mess. Some parents would love to help them get their room under control and just sweep everything up and start over. If your teenager is willing to work with you, they may want to make their bedroom more of “their own”, which brings me to themes. In this episode, let’s talk about some ideas to help you create a theme to organize a teenage boy’s bedroom a bit better. Mentioned in this episode: Kid's bedroom furniture layouts www.bit.ly/kidsbedroomlayouts

Throw pillows can be something that you have too much of or not enough. In this episode, I want to go through a few rooms where throw pillows can help you stage or decorate a room and how many are too many. Join me! Mentioned in this episode: How to start staging your house now bit.ly/startstagingnow

Large heavy furniture and accessories can overwhelm a room if it’s not used correctly. I had a client who recently wanted me to hang a large ornate mirror. When I came over, we discussed the location of where to hang it. Listen to what we decided to do with this large 5ft x 4 ft ornate mirror. Mentioned in this episode: Start Staging Now: www.bit.ly/startstagingnow

When staging a home, there seem to be a million and one tasks that you need to do before picture day. There are many things you could do, but I want to share a big one that might get overlooked when staging a home, and that is staging countertops. You may not think it’s a big deal but listen in to what you can quickly do that doesn’t cost a dime. ‌Mentioned in this episode: How to Start Staging Your House Now bit.ly/startstagingnow