It's not always easy to take on a second job in order to improve your financial situation and, most the time, it's not necessary. Each Thursday, join Sarah Brumley, an ordinary wife and mom, as she details practical ways to use the income you already have to achieve your greatest goals. If you are struggling to make your family finances work for you, or just want some down-to-earth inspiration to increase your financial success, this is the podcast for you.
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Fig & Farm at Home, Budget Decorating, Decor Tips, Decluttering, Home Styling, DIY Decor
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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 transfo ...
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Home Recording Tips to Create Professional Audio on a Budget.
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255 // Do you see your home's design potential? A behind the scenes look at how I pulled together an open concept home using one piece of art as inspiration
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Do you wish you could have someone just come in and wave a magic wand to show you your home's potential? It'd be nice, right? To have someone come in and show you which colors they'd choose for the walls, what area rug they'd recommend for the living room - along with the chairs, the couch, the side tables, the lamps, the artwork...ALL the details.…
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254 // If you had 60 minutes to ask a home decorator ANYTHING, what would you ask? Behind the scenes on a Decorating SOS call with home owner, Alissa
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If you had 60 minutes to ask a home decorator ANY question about your home...what would you ask? You can cover A LOT of ground in a 60 minute conversation: area rugs, front door color, entryway benches, reupholstering said bench, correct furniture for the space, chair selections for a desk, how to style a landing area, opinions about whether to buy…
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5 Savings Funds Every Family Budget Needs
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If you want a family budget that helps you achieve your debt payoff goals, increase your savings, and just plain feel more freedom financially, then you won’t want to miss today’s episode. We’re chatting about five savings funds every family budget should have in order to be successful long-term. Sound like a plan? Well then, let’s get started. Nex…
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253 // Paint is POWERFUL - The #1 recommendation to transform this tired 90s beige home into a cozy, cohesive lakeside retreat
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The DESIGN VAULT is open until May 31st!!!! Home design is never one size fits all and shouldn't be. Because home design is specific to the person and their home and includes several factors like: home, budget, timeline, design style, personality, color preferences, etc. each home owner looking for help within their home might need or want somethin…
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252 // Design Files: Three women, three homes, three amazing results
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SALE. SALE. SALE. SALE. SALE. SALE. SALE. Are you an ACTION taker or an inspiration hoarder, pinning beautiful home decor pictures on Pinterest like it's your job? In today's episode, I'm sharing how three different women, with three different budgets, learning styles, and aspirations for their homes took a different pathway to achieving the goals …
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Debt Free Travel: 3 Tips For Your Budget-Friendly Vacation
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Unless you already have a sizeable savings account earmarked for travel, you may be wondering how to take that next trip without digging yourself further into debt. Today I’m giving you three tips that we’ve personally used for a budget-friendly vacation with the hope that it’ll encourage and assist you in doing the same. Sound like something you n…
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251 // Do these 5 things to make your home look like a designer was just there styling for you
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So, you want your home to look like a designer was just there... Last week, in episode #249, I was answering a listener's question who wanted to know 'how to get the professional look' inside your home. Last week I shared 4 foundational ways you can create the look in your home that a designer was there doing the work. These four things are the bas…
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250 // Is cleaning your house a BORE? 3 steps to developing a cleaning routine that works for you
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Cleaning: do you love it OR do you hate it? It's no surprise when you visit Pinterest, Instagram or the interwebs that there are a multitude of cleaning systems that are promoted as THE BEST with promises of having the cleanest house you've ever had in the history of ever. But here's the thing... Unless you LOVE cleaning, I think it can be hard to …
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1 Simple Way to Save Money on School Supplies for Next Year
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Whether you’re patiently awaiting the end of the school year or dreading summer vacation entirely, it’s likely you haven’t given much thought to what school supply shopping will look like next year. And while I don’t think you need to rush to the store just yet to grab all those necessary items, I do have one simple way you can save money on school…
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249 // The secret to decorating your home like a professional
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How do you decorate your home to make it look like a professional did it? This is the question asked by one of our listeners - how do you get professional looking results when decorating your home? This is a two part series (subscribe to listen to part 2 on Tuesday, May 21st). Keep these four decorating principles in mind while decorating your home…
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248 // The outside of your home is a reflection of the inside: 4 Tips for boosting your home's curb appeal this weekend
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Did you know? The outside of your home is a reflection of the inside. Those scruffy looking plants, that unkept lawn and all the stuff on your front porch...those are telling a story about your home. Creating a home that you love coming home to doesn't just start once you open the front door, it starts when you turn into your driveway (or if we're …
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How to Avoid the Comparison Trap with Your Finances
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We spend much of our lives in the comparison trap. We see actresses lose the baby weight right after birth, models keep their “perfect” shapes no matter their age and others find success in ways we never imagined. But more often than not, comparison hinders our own progress and this extends to family finances as well. While comparison can sometimes…
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247 // Is your living room furniture hanging out along the walls like a wallflower at a dance? 5 tips for creating an intentional, cozy living room
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Have you ever wondered how you can arrange your living room to look cozy? Today's quick tip comes as a question from Elizabeth, a listener, who wants to know "what goes together and how to arrange a room to look cozy." What goes together is determined once you know your personal design style. You can learn that here: Home Design 101 But how to arra…
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246 // Time for a new couch? Learn the BEST places to shop and tips for shopping with confidence with guest Alex Back from couch.com
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Is the thought of shopping for a new couch intimidating? In today's episode I'm talking with Alex Back, CEO and founder of couch.com. He's worked extensively with partners such as Costco, Bed Bath and Beyond and Amazon and his work has been highlighted in many publications such as Forbes, CNN and HGTV, among others. Alex is delighted to bring his e…
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How to Keep Your Friends and Your Budget, Too
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Why is it so hard to have a social life on a budget? I mean, it starts with a friend calling to ask if you want to go to dinner. You look at that well-planned budget, and suddenly you are willing to toss the whole thing out the window, because you already spent your eating out money this month, but you really don’t want to miss out on the fun. We’v…
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245 // Do you have too much stuff and not enough storage? 2 tips for reducing clutter
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Do you have too much stuff and not enough storage? In this episode, I'm answering a listener's question who asks: How do I reduce visual clutter if I have minimal storage? Decluttering is always a a solution, but HOW do you declutter and HOW do you make sense of how much to keep and how much to get rid of? When we think of our home as having natura…
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244 // 10 Things you can do to make your home look more expensive
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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, …
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3 Simple Ways to Create Your Family Grocery Budget
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Creating a grocery budget can feel challenging and a bit overwhelming - but it doesn’t have to be that way. Today, I’m sharing my three tips to help you create and maintain a family grocery budget that works for you so that you can achieve financial success in other areas as well. So whether you’re new to the budgeting game or have been at it awhil…
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243 // 3 ways you could be making decorating your home harder than it has to be
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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. Someho…
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BONUS: What My Quarter 1 Results Actually Were (Plus Q2 Intentions)
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It’s hard to believe that we’ve entered Quarter 2 of 2024. In fact, we’re over halfway through April if you’re listening to this in real time, and I thought today would be a perfect time to give you a little insight into what’s happening in my life - with my family, my personal goals, the progress we’ve made with our budgeting goals so far this yea…
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How Much Money Should I Allocate to Paying Down Debt?
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If your goal is to get out of debt - whether it’s this year or sometime far into the future - you might have wondered how much money you should allocate to paying down debt each month. Well, you’re in the right place. Today we’re chatting about this very topic and I’m walking you through the five steps to take to get on track with your debt payoff …
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242 // Shift your perspective on plants using this House Rule by special guest Myquillyn Smith
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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 …
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Do You Need to Start an Emergency Fund Immediately?
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For years, the idea of having an emergency fund baffled me. I knew it was step one on all the lists of things to do when starting a budget, but I couldn’t figure out the point of having money stuck away in a savings account somewhere, rather than simply using that money to pay off debt. If you find yourself in a similar situation, then this is the …
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241 // Does your house feel boring, embarrassing, blah? 2 tips for using how it feels to inspire your design
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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 …
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5 Kid-Related Expenses to Consider for Summer Survival
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Raising kids and sticking to a budget is no easy feat, especially when summer vacation hits. Today I’m offering five kid-related expenses to consider so that you can embrace the warmer months without the added financial stress. Sound like something you want? Well then, let’s get started. Next Steps Creating a budget shouldn't be hard! Use my FREE M…
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240 // Do you have a design style that you are trying to bring into your home, but don't know how?
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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…
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239 // 'Fancy' designers DON'T want you to know THIS about decorating your home, but I'm spilling the beans!
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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 L…
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How to Cope When Your Income Doesn’t Cover Your Necessities
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Not sure how you’ll pay the bills this month? Worried you’ll get evicted or there won’t be enough money to put food on the table? Well then, today’s episode is for you. I’m chatting about five steps to take to help you cope when your income doesn’t cover your necessities. So, grab a pen and paper and let’s get started. Next Steps Creating a budget …
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238 // Do you know your design style? Learn how to identify it so you can decorate your home with less overwhelm
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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 …
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237 // She thought she had decision fatigue, but she DOESN'T: A behind the scenes look inside Home Design 101 coaching with student, Susan
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"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 kn…
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How to Create the Ideal Family Budget for Your Family
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Want to create the ideal budget for your family but aren’t sure where to start? Well you’re in the right place. Today we’re chatting about three steps to take to ensure budgeting success - no matter how bad your financial situation looks right now. Sound like something you need? Well then, let’s get started. Next Steps Creating a budget shouldn't b…
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So You've Hit Rock Bottom, Now What?
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When you’ve hit rock bottom and are absolutely certain your financial situation can’t get any worse, what should you do next? Today I’m chatting about five lessons, blessings you might call them, that we learned through our rock bottom financial situation. So, if that’s the type of encouragement you need to stay the course, well then, you’re in the…
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The Truth About What Financial Freedom Actually Means to Me
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Welcome to this first episode of the Financial Fix Up Podcast. Today I'm sharing what financial freedom actually means to me. This phrase is thrown around a lot in the financial world, and everyone has a slightly different take on it, but if you’re going to embrace this podcast and know for sure it’s for you, then it’s probably a good idea that you…
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236 // Do you have a messy husband? 3 steps to creating compromise for how your home looks
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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 teach…
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Welcome to the Financial Fix Up Podcast
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Hey and welcome to the Financial Fix Up Podcast. Are you ready to get control of your finances without taking on that second job? Do you find yourself searching for how to get out of debt, increase your savings, or set up a budget that actually works? Do you worry that you’ll fail or give up when the kids need new shoes... again? awkward laugh Hey,…
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235 // 5 Steps to spring decorating that will make your home look expensive
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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 episo…
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234 // STOP wasting your time taking those home decorating style quizzes. Do THIS if you're wanting to learn your design style
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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 y…
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233 // Create a home that is organized by design with guest and interior designer Kimberly Armstrong
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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 o…
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232 // Are you afraid of adding color to your home decorating? 5 tips for beating the beige
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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 …
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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!
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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, comfor…
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230 // Creating the BIG picture vision for your home's design starts with this ONE thing
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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 …
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229 // How to create more margin in your day using time blocks so you can have time for home decorating
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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 a…
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228 // LIVE home decorating coaching inside Home Design 101: how to break up matching sets
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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 yo…
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227 // Finding time to decorate your home when you have kids - is it possible?
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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,…
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226 // How to embrace a low-lit room to create a refined, cozy and beautifully moody room
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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 a…
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225 // Tired of home design trends? 10 ways to design a timeless, classic and cohesive looking home
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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 …
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224 // Have a room with very little natural light? 5 tips for brightening a naturally dark room
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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 i…
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223 // Tired of seeing clutter lying around? Easy solutions for containing everyday clutter so it's aesthetically pleasing
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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 loo…
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222 // 3 ways you can incorporate vintage furniture into your modern design style
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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 a…
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221 // The ONE mistake you could be making while decorating your home is IN-ACTION
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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 …
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