Category: furniture


  • Urge to Purge?

    Let’s declutter and get our homes ready for the new year.  If you want to feel more peaceful and you’re ready to clear out the extra stuff, then this is your episode. Firstly, please find someone to give your discards to. If you have old towels or blankets, check with your local humane society to…

  • Trims and skirted tables can add so much to a room. Let’s discuss how to add both of these and what they add to a room. Both of these were out for a long time, but they are back! DTT defines Dutch doors We talked about the burlap skirted table HERE We participate in the…

  • Yes, it’s really our 300th episode. Wow, how time flies. Are you a collector? Do you have a passion for dishes, or linens or something else? Let’s talk about how to collect without becoming a hoarder. What are the do’s and don’ts of collecting? First, try to curate your collections so that you just have…

  • Time for another “What’s Up at our Houses”… Purging is a hot topic for us this month. Personal purging & hosting the DTT Urge to Purge Challenge. Other stuff includes a life changing event at Kelly’s that has nothing to do with decorating. At Anita’s house she has embraced the de-cluttering concept with both arms.…

  • Most people spend a lot of time in their homes. Your home should be a place that is a sanctuary from the crazy world outside. We’ve got some tips for ways to make your home happier for you and your family. First declutter your home, listen to our episode HERE Make your front door more…

  • With our DTT Urge to Purge just ended and the KonMari method sweeping the world of clutter today we take a deep dive into the piles & the reason why the tidying tide is high. Thanks to ALL of you who participated in the URGE to PURGE – wasn’t that refreshing in sooo many ways?…

  • Today we’re addressing the most commonly asked decorating questions. These are questions that we are asked often and questions we see asked on the internet. Let’s get started! The first question is do you have to match the wood floor stain to your furniture stain. The short answer is no. Check out our brown furniture episode 277…

  • Day 340 – Before, During, and After the Storm

    We knew a big storm was in the forecast, so we spent some time tidying up a few things. I made sure all of our scrap metal was stacked and weighed down. We get pretty bad storms every year, and so far, I haven’t experienced any major damage since moving to Mississippi in…

  • Oh yes indeedy ~ we have some hot crushes right now ~ on decor of course! Sharing the pieces that are making our hearts beat a bit faster from a Bauhaus inspired chaise to big botanicals. Ideas and tips on how to use these crushy worthy decor items and inspiration to fall for your own.…

  • What Trends are Done? Let’s talk about the trends that are over. Remember when buying trendy decor, it’s best to not spend too much on home decor trends. If it’s super hot today, then it will be out in a few years. You don’t want to be ripping out your kitchen counter top every 5…