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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 transform their houses into homes they love. You will learn affordable and practical decorating tips, tricks, DIY tutorials, and more. I teach home owners how break through the barrier of what’s keeping them stuck in their home design, while also encouraging them to tell their home’s story from within by living a life of intention with the people they share their home with. My mission is to equip you with all the how-tos so you can decorate a home you love walking in to; a home you are confident in, that feels cozy and comfortable; a home that feels cohesive and put together. Hey, I’m Dani - a former First Grade teacher turned home decorator. Going from a dual income to a single income so I could stay home with my babies meant budget - like Ramen eating, Goodwill shopping budget and I learned a few things along the way: how to bring BIG style to your home without breaking the bank. And I’ve put it all together in this podcast so you know where to start, what to buy and where to hang it! If you’re ready to break free from the Pinterest perfect trap and decorate your home with style by making confident decisions (all without taking out a second mortgage) - this podcast is for you! So put down that sledgehammer, grab your paintbrush and let’s get started! `````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````` Let’s Connect: * Community: https://bit.ly/design101group * Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/ Let’s Learn: * How to paint furniture: https://bit.ly/paintingfurniture101 * How to style a bookshelf: https://bit.ly/bookstyleguide * How to find your style: https://bit.ly/pinning101 Free Resources: * Elevate your home’s style with these 5 quick tips: https://bit.ly/5homesecrets * Get started decorating your home by learning the basics: https://bit.ly/fandfb2b * Take the quiz to see if you serve your home or your home serves you: https://bit.ly/bossofhome
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9 hours ago
9 hours ago
Hey friend!
We are continuing our 5 part mini-series getting our homes ready for the holidays. If you missed the first two parts of the series, you can listen to them here:
Part 1: Is your home ready for the holidays? Start HERE for stress-free holiday prep
Part 2: Refresh your home for the holidays with these 5 simple, budget friendly tips
In today's episode, I'm taking a cue from my business and working smarter not harder in order to prep my home for the holidays. Having a clean house is a pivotal part before welcoming guests in, but cleaning can sometimes be a bore and an absolutely chore. So today, I'm sharing how just as I batch work in my business for efficiency, we're taking that strategy to batch clean. Get ready to get more done in less time.
The rules of batching?
1. Start by writing down all of the chores you do in order to deep clean (remember - guest eyes only areas). Ex) dust baseboards, wash windows, pick lint out of edges of carpet :), dust flat surfaces, deep clean the toilets
2. Then, instead of going room to room to complete one room at a time, try cleaning in like-categories. Cleaning the toilets, for example, require a different set of tools or supplies than dusting.
3. Start by cleaning one like-category at a time. In this example, toilets. Gather all the tools and supplies you need to deep clean the toilets and do ALL the toilets before moving on to the next like-category (ie. window/glass surface cleaning)
After all areas have been deep cleaned, use this same strategy to tidy clean the week of your holiday before the guest's arrival.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
The Collective Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
5 days ago
5 days ago
Hey friend!
Do you wonder what's a TREND and what's NOT in home design? Do you worry that the choices you make today will be a fad and thrown by the wayside tomorrow? Do you want to make confident, timeless choices so you can be confident your design decisions will stand the test of time?
In today's episode I'm sharing 6 design elements that define the classic, timeless design style. It's not too dissimilar from Quiet Luxury, which I talked about in episode #169.
Simply put, timeless design is a "style that looks elegant and fresh over time and isn't bound to any particular trend or time period." So, what are those 6 design elements that you should include in your home if you want a home that looks timeless?
1. Simplicity: less really is MORE
2. Quality: less quick fabrication and MORE high quality pieces
3. Vintage: mixing old and new
4. Neutral Palette: this doesn't mean just 50 shades of white
5. Natural elements: think beyond fresh plants, though a good start. Think about materials found in nature: cotton, wood, marble.
6. Wall treatments: even homes a hundred years ago had vertical shiplap. Don't be afraid of dressing up your walls.
Are you ready to FINALLY finish your home, maybe finishing one room at a time? Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call so you can get help making the plan or putting together the finishing touches!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
The Collective Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Tuesday Oct 29, 2024
Tuesday Oct 29, 2024
Hey friend!
The holidays are just around the corner and you volunteered to host grandma and the gang for Thanksgiving dinner. You thought it was a good idea at the time - after all, you know your way around the kitchen, but then you stop to think...what about the house?
In this five week mini-series, we are getting your home holiday ready well before the first guest arrives so you can welcome them in without worrying about how your home looks and feels.
If you missed part one of the mini series, it was all about reducing the chaos by decluttering. You can listen to that episode here.
In this episode, I'm sharing my top tips for refreshing your space without spending a lot of money. This strategy is perfect for those on a tight budget or those who are anticipating a larger home redecorating or remodeling project to start, but would still like a bit of 'newness' to the space.
Be sure to subscribe to the show so you can listen in next week as we get ahead of the holiday rush by deep cleaning efficiently!!
Want a little help getting ready for your holiday guests! Get help creating your REFRESH PLAN with a Decorating SOS Coaching Call. But don't wait...you want time to plan so you can implement well.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
The Collective Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Friday Oct 25, 2024
Friday Oct 25, 2024
Hi friend!
In this LIVE coaching call I'm talking with Sharon who is at the beginning stages of learning how to identify her aesthetic. Part of learning her style (or aesthetic) is identifying the color palette that she'd like to use within her home. Before our call Sharon was tasked with using Pinterest to to try to identify design elements that she's naturally drawn to. What you'll hear throughout our conversation are times when Sharon doesn't feel aligned with the beautiful pictures she identified.
The colors were too subdued, safe and over popular, but she felt that using a brighter hue of color was risky and rather 'non adult.'
She went on to identify that she'd really like to try a few things (wallpaper, printed curtains, bold color), but she feels scared.
A lot can happen in a one hour decorating coaching call. You can:
* completely unveil the limitations that have been holding you back from starting
* learn what next step (or steps)you can take to start moving forward with confidence
* discover which items in your home are acting like a bully, pulling all of the visual attention to itself creating disharmony in your space
* learn which design elements to include more of to create a cohesive looking flow throughout your home
* shop side-by-side, sharing a screen so you can make confident, wise decisions that support the goals you have for your home
* ask unlimited questions
* finally start making change
Friend, if creating a home that you delight in is something that you've been wanting to do, but haven't gotten around to - there's no better way to get started than by booking a Decorating SOS Coaching Call so you can be a partner in the decision making without spending a fortune hiring a fancy pants designer who can cost you tens of thousands of dollars.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
The Collective Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
Hi friend!
Are you hosting for the holidays this year? Maybe it's your first time ever or you're an old hat, but want to be prepared ahead of time instead of playing catch up.
Or maybe...you've hesitated hosting because you don't like what your guests will be seeing once they come inside.
In this five week mini series, I'll be guiding you through your home holiday preparedness plan. Week by week we'll be focusing on a new goal for our home and with focused attention, we'll be guest ready with a clean, organized, stylish home that is fit for even the pickiest (or nosiest) of guests. Not only will you be getting your home in order, but this mini series will teach you how to decorate a table as beautiful as the food you will be spending hours preparing.
In today's episode (and the focus of this week), we are talking about decluttering. Our focus will be to declutter areas that our guests will be privy to: living room, kitchen, dining room, guest bedroom and bathrooms - as well as the pantry and refrigerator.
Why declutter before the holidays? Clutter is chaos and the visual over stimulation of your visual chaos ties directly to your stress level. Removing AS MUCH STRESS as you can before hosting extra people, making extra food, engaging in sometimes interesting conversations lightens the load before the load gets heavy.
You will not be able to control the conversations at the dinner table and which side of the political line Uncle Eddie is on, but you can control your clutter.
Using the three box method this week for every room in your home where guests will have access to, will set you up for a stress free holiday.
Three Box Method for Decluttering:
1. Get three boxes or bags
2. Label them: donate, trash and relocate (bonus: you can also have one for recycle)
3. Do one guest accessible room at a time (start small to big, big to small, easy to hard, etc).
4. Choose a companion (podcast, audiobook, TV show) and let that companion be your timer
5. Give yourself a 'carrot' or reward for each room finished. Allow yourself to complete one room/area per day.
6. Apply the one-touch rule: you touch each item one time and place it into one of the boxes
The DONATE bag goes directly into the car for delivery.
The TRASH (and RECYCLE) bag goes directly.
The RELOCATE bag gets emptied out and items placed categorically for more efficient put-away.
Do you NEED or WANT help decluttering? Decorating SOS Coaching Calls are designed to help you make your space beautiful - and making your space beautiful isn't always about what you bring IN. Often times decluttering is the FIRST thing that needs to happen, but the thing that is most overlooked. So...book your Decorating SOS Coaching Call here to create a plan, have accountability and to see results in time for the holidays!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
The Collective Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Friday Oct 18, 2024
Friday Oct 18, 2024
Hey Friend!
Do you live in a neighborhood where every house looks the same?
Did your home come blessed with builder grade finishes that look rather mundane?
Do you get inspired by watching the transformations on HGTV shows and WISH you could add a little character to your own home?
This episode is for you!
I'm sharing 15 of my favorite DIY ideas for how you can add character to your home THIS WEEKEND!!! I've broken them into three categories of difficulty so even the most beginning of DIYer can make change in their home.
ARE YOU READY FOR CHANGE?
Easy:
1. Paint the front door
2. Paint the interior walls (and ceiling, though a bit more advanced)
3. Paint the millwork and interior doors
4. Replace cabinet hardware in kitchens and bathrooms
5. Add window treatments - the more layered and textured, the better
Moderate:
1. Install dimmer switches
2. Add wall treatments: board & batten, ship lap (make it vertical), chair rail, wainscotting
3. Add wallpaper
4. Replace mirrors
5. Upgrade bathroom fixtures
Difficult:
1. Replace light fixtures
2. Replace kitchen backsplash
3. Update the fireplace: mantle and/or fireplace surround
4. Install window casings
5. Add built-ins
Friend, I want to see the changes YOU'VE made to your home that bring it character. Share them with me inside my private FB group!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
The Collective Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Friday Oct 11, 2024
Friday Oct 11, 2024
Hey friend!
Have you ever wondered what things you should ABSOLUTELY, POSITIVELY AVOID when it comes to decorating your home? Well, today is your lucky day, because I'm giving you the 10 things I would NOT do when decorating my home or the homes of my clients.
Full disclosure...I started each tip with a DON'T. Don'ts are hard for me, as I am almost always a 'glass half full' kind of gal - so you'll hear me chuckling at myself midway through for being 'SO rude.'
Here they are - the 10 things NOT to do when decorating your home:
10. Don't forget texture.
9. Don't rely on just overhead lighting.
8. Don't choose a paint color willy nilly.
7. Don't forget repetition & contrast.
6. Don't forget to think about scale.
5. Don't choose decor and furniture because it's 'cheap.'
4. Don't forget the windows and definitely don't let them live in high-waters.
3. Don't let your furniture float.
2. Don't forget to make a plan.
1. Don't BEAT YOURSELF UP for making mistakes or not knowing how to decorate with confidence...YET. Keep listening and learning and definitely don't be afraid to reach out for help if you need it (even if it's not me you're asking for help).
But...if you're READY FOR HELP, you can book your Decorating SOS Coaching Call here!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
The Collective Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Tuesday Oct 08, 2024
Tuesday Oct 08, 2024
Hey friend!
Have you seen those beautiful pictures on instagram or Pinterest - rooms that are so drenched with color that they instantly feel cozy? Have you wondered how those home owners had the nerve to go so bold and wish you had the bravery to give it a try, but think it's a trend that will pass as soon as you decide to give it a go?
Good news! Color drenching, though currently popular, is NOT A TREND! Color drenching has been around for years, dating back to the beginning of the 20th century and is a style that tends to be more classic than trendy?
Is it bold? Absolutely. It takes some boldness and bravery to make a decision to go all-in on a color. But that bravery pays off in spades. WHY?
The benefits of color drenching:
1. Super budget friendly
2. Reduces the amount of prep work for painting (forget taping off the baseboards)
3. Reduces the amount of waste (less paint brushes, paint trays, rollers)
4. Great way to modernize a tired space (when you color drench rooms with dated paneling, brick, tile, ugly radiators, etc. it instantly elevates the room)
So...what do you say? Are you ready to give color drenching a try? Want some help, encouragement and a little guidance? Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
The Collective Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Friday Oct 04, 2024
Friday Oct 04, 2024
Hey friend!
When Cindy reached out to me asking for help, she knew her furniture, purchased 15 years ago at Costco, wasn't going to stay. The furniture was fine, but it was tired, well loved and darker than what she wanted. With her goals of creating a light and airy, California casual, living room the camel colored leather, overstuffed, leather couches had to go.
Inspiration for her living room wasn't hard to come by - living in Southern California with a pool out the sliding glass doors, Cindy wanted to create a living room that reflected the lightness just outside those doors.
Throughout the conversation, you'll hear how we discuss scale of mirrors, art, placement of furniture, the use of a loveseat or not, ideas for replacing large wicker chairs, accommodating tall family members, round vs square coffee tables, and so much more.
Cindy had an idea of what she wanted her living room to look like, but she wanted help seeing the bigger picture and putting all the pieces into place so she wouldn't make a mistake when making those higher ticket purchases.
Are YOU READY for help making decisions regarding YOUR HOME? Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call today.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
The Collective Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Friday Sep 27, 2024
Friday Sep 27, 2024
Hey friend,
At the beginning of every calendar year, I share the projected trend report for the upcoming year. But as you can imagine things change within a given year, so in today's episode I'm sharing the 2024 fall trend report. You may be equally surprised to note, that much hasn't changed since January. A few things, but not much.
According to Urban Natural and Better Homes & Gardens, these items are worth noting for your fall decorating. Items with an * indicate they were in agreement with each other with these trend predictions.
1. Handcrafted wood furniture: the move away from quick production, cheap materials and onto more sustainable wood furniture production is still very much a thing.
2. Mixed textures: trendy in any season, but particularly in fall when naturally we want to be cozier. Layers and texture bring in that cozy feeling we've been craving all summer.
3. Luxurious curves: don't mistake luxurious curves for overstuffed when it comes to furniture. But even if you don't get a curved chair or couch, curves in design will directly offset the traditional structure and formality of living room pieces.
4. *Earthy color palettes: moody earthen tones are still on trend as they evoke a feeling of calm without being overbearing or too energetic.
5. *Artisinal elements for your dining table: fall kicks off the season of hosting dinners around a beautiful table. This season's trend is to take the table setting up a notch with beautiful handcrafted items.
Learn to set a beautiful table with this Tablescape Guide.
6. Heirloom pieces: items passed down through generations are, rightfully so, reemerging as not only a way to honor past traditions, but to decorate while telling your family's story. Heirloom pieces don't, however, have to furniture items only. Think of smaller items - antique vases and embroidered pillowcases immediately come to mind.
7. Natural elements: always on trend, bringing the outdoors in will never go out of style. But this season specifically, the trend comes in the form of gilded acorns, persimmon branches and pinecones.
8. Jewel tones, naturally: continuing with the natural theme, the use of jewel tones from nature (crimson mums, magnolia leaves for example) are having their moment.
Download the Fall 2024 Home Decorating Trend Report to get ideas for your fall decorating: Fall Trend Report
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
The Collective Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Fall Trend Report:
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani