Fig & Farm (at home) - Design Happy Living: Recent Episodes
Danielle Watson
Dani from fig & farm (at home) inspires REAL moms, with REAL homes and REAL budgets to transform their houses into homes they love. She breaks through the Pinterest and Instagram perfect traps to uncover the potential of home decorating by sharing affordable and practical tips, tricks, DIY tutorials, and more. She helps home owners 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. She is obsessed with the idea that your home doesn't have to be perfect to be beautiful, that you can mix your style with inherited furniture from Great Aunt Betsy, and there's always space for one more at the table. She spills all her secrets, teaches you how and guides you along the journey!
5 Ways to Save Money + 5 Ways to Find Extra Cash for Your HomeThink creating a home you love has to cost thousands of dollars? Think again.
In today's episode, I'm sharing 10 practical strategies that can help you decorate your home without blowing your budget. The truth is, having a beautiful home isn't always about making more money—it's often about making smarter decisions with the money you already have.
We'll cover five ways to spend less when decorating and five simple ways to free up extra cash so you can finally buy that rug, lamp, artwork, or piece of furniture you've been dreaming about.
If you're decorating one room at a time, working with a tight budget, or simply want to be more intentional with your spending, this episode is for you.
In this episode, you'll learn:5 Ways to Save Money While Decorating
- Why every decorating project should start with a plan before you spend a single dollar.
- Simple DIY projects that can give you a custom look for a fraction of the cost.
- How shopping secondhand can help you find high-quality pieces with character.
- The best times of year to shop for furniture and home décor so you never pay full price.
- How Google Alerts, price tracking, and cash-back apps can quietly save you money on purchases you were already planning to make.
5 Ways to Put More Money Back in Your Wallet
- Sell items you're no longer using on Facebook Marketplace.
- Host a garage sale and turn clutter into decorating dollars.
- Press pause on one small splurge for a season and redirect those savings toward your home goals.
- Try a "no-spend month" to build momentum and see how quickly your decorating fund grows.
- Meal plan, use coupons, and reduce food waste to create extra room in your monthly budget.
✨✨THE COZY HOME WORKSHOP ✨✨
3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't Wait to Come Home To
September 9 - 11th
9:00am PST | 10:00am MST | 11:00am CST | 12:00pm EST
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Do you have a half-decorated room, a Pinterest board with hundreds of saved pins, or a blank wall that's been empty for way too long? You're not alone — and you're not bad at decorating. You just need a little clarity.
In this episode, we're breaking down why decorating paralysis happens in the first place (hint: it's not about taste, it's about decision-making) and walking through 5 simple questions that will help you find clarity, build momentum, and actually start making progress in your space.
In this episode, we cover:
- The real reasons you might feel frozen when decorating (decision fatigue, perfectionism, fear of commitment, and more)
- Why copying a Pinterest photo often backfires — and what to do instead
- The 5 questions to ask yourself when a room feels overwhelming
- How to find your "anchor piece" and build a room around it
- The difference between decorating for your real life vs. your aspirational life
- Quick, low-pressure tactics to get momentum going today
Perfect for you if:
- You have a room that's felt "unfinished" for months (or years)
- You feel overwhelmed every time you open Pinterest or Instagram for inspiration
- You keep waiting for the "perfect" piece before making any decisions
- You want a simple framework to move forward with confidence
✨✨THE COZY HOME WORKSHOP ✨✨
3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't Wait to Come Home To
September 9 - 11th
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Have you ever wished you could listen in on a real decorating coaching call?
Today's episode is exactly that.
I'm giving you a behind-the-scenes look inside one of our LIVE Q&A sessions from The Collective, where members bring their real homes, real decorating dilemmas, and real questions. No perfectly staged rooms—just practical solutions that help you make confident decorating decisions.
In this episode, we're tackling questions like:
- How do you style bookshelves so they look collected instead of cluttered?
- Should you paint your brick fireplace...or leave it alone?
- What's the best size and placement for an area rug?
- How do you know if your window treatments are helping—or hurting—your room?
If you've ever wrestled with any of those questions, chances are you'll hear an answer that applies to your home too.
✨✨ This is also your last call. ✨✨As you've probably heard me mention over the last couple of weeks, the way I work with clients is changing this fall.
That means The Collective and Decorating SOS Calls are available at their current pricing for the last time.
Through July 26th, you can:
✨ Join The Collective for just $12/month.
✨ Book a Decorating SOS Call for $127
The best value? Do both!If you're ready to make real progress in your home, my favorite recommendation is to join The Collective and add the Decorating SOS Call as the bump offer.
You'll get ongoing decorating support every month plus a private one-on-one coaching session where we can solve your biggest decorating challenge together—for just $77.
Honestly, it's the closest thing to having me sitting beside you as we make decisions for your home.
This pathway to working together won't exist this way after this month, so if you've been thinking, "Maybe someday..."consider this your invitation to make today that day.
I can't wait to welcome you inside.
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Something Is Changing Around Here (And I Wanted You to Hear It from Me)
Over the past several years, I've had the privilege of helping thousands of women create homes they truly love. Along the way, I've learned something important:
It's not more decorating advice that creates the biggest transformation.
It's having a clear path.
Today's episode is a little different than usual because I'm taking you behind the scenes to share an exciting change that's coming to fig & farm (at home) this fall—and what it means for you.
If you've ever thought about joining The Collective or booking a Decorating SOS Call, I also want to make sure you know about a few important changes happening before September.
This isn't about creating urgency for the sake of urgency.
It's simply about making sure you have all the information before things change.
In this episode, we'll talk about:* Why I'm simplifying the way I help women decorate their homes. * What I've learned after years of coaching hundreds of women. * The exciting new direction coming to fig & farm (at home) this September. * What changes are happening to my current offers. * Why now is the best time to join The Collective or schedule a Decorating SOS Call if you've been thinking about it. * A first look at The Cozy Home Reset and why I'm so excited to share more soon.
Here's what's changing:✨ The Collective
If you've been wanting ongoing decorating support, monthly lessons, decorating challenges and live coaching calls, now is the time to join.
Current members—and anyone who joins before July 26th—will keep today's pricing of $12/month for as long as they remain a member.
✨ Decorating SOS Call
Need help getting unstuck in one specific room?
We'll spend 60 minutes together creating a clear plan for your space so you know exactly what to do next.
The current investment of $127 is available through July 26th. After that, this offer will no longer be publicly available in its current form, and future 1:1 sessions will be offered differently.
Looking AheadBeginning this September, I'll be introducing something I've been building behind the scenes:
The Cozy Home Reset.
I can't wait to share everything with you, but for now, just know this...
It's designed to be the clearest, simplest path I've ever created to help you build a home that feels like you.
More details are coming soon!
Resources Mentioned✨ Join The Collective before July 26th.
✨ Book your Decorating SOS Call before July 26th.
✨ Join my email list so you're the first to hear all the details about The Cozy Home Reset when they're announced.
Thank YouWhether you've been listening since the beginning or just recently found the podcast, thank you for inviting me into your home each week.
I'm so grateful you're here, and I can't wait to share what's next.
Until next time...
Happy decorating! 🌿
Dani
What Do You Want Your Home to Feel Like This Fall?
Before you think about pumpkins, cozy throws, or fall decorating trends, I want to ask you one simple question:
What do you want your home to feel like this fall?
Not what you want it to look like.
Not what color palette is trending.
Not what Pinterest says your home should be.
How do you want it to feel?
In today's episode, we're slowing down long enough to answer that question together. Because the truth is, most decorating frustration doesn't come from choosing the wrong paint color or buying the wrong pillow—it comes from making decorating decisions without a clear vision for how we want our homes to support the life we're living.
I'll walk you through one of the very first exercises I use with my private clients: identifying three feeling words that become the filter for every decorating decision you make.
Once you know those three words, decorating becomes simpler, shopping becomes more intentional, and your home starts feeling like you.
In this episode, we'll cover:* Why most women start decorating in the wrong place. * The powerful question I ask every client before we talk about furniture, paint, or style. * A simple exercise to help you uncover the feeling you're actually trying to create at home. * How three feeling words can become your decorating compass. * Why this exercise is especially important before fall decorating season begins. * How to avoid buying seasonal décor that looks beautiful but never feels quite right in your own home.
Your TakeawayBefore you buy a single piece of fall décor, take a few quiet minutes to identify your three feeling words.
Some examples:
- Cozy
- Calm
- Warm
- Collected
- Layered
- Grounded
- Playful
- Romantic
- Serene
- Lived-in
- Effortless
- Curated
Then ask yourself one simple question every time you're tempted to buy something:
"Does this support the way I want my home to feel?"
It might be the simplest decorating framework you'll ever use—and one that can completely change the way you decorate.
Need help translating your feeling words into your home? Book a 1:1 call: Decorating SOS
Have a pretty good start, but just want ongoing support? Join The Collective
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Ever get that text — "Hey, we're in the neighborhood, mind if we stop by?" — and feel your stomach drop?
You're not alone. Getting your home guest ready on a moment's notice feels overwhelming when you don't have a system. But here's the truth: a company-ready home isn't about having a perfect home. It's about having an intentional one.
In this episode, I walk you through exactly how to reset your home in minutes — and how to set it up so that guest-ready is basically its natural resting state.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:* Why "guest ready" doesn't mean perfect — and the mindset shift that takes the pressure off for good * The 5 zones that actually matter when guests come over (and why you can let the rest go) * The 20-minute reset: a go-to order of operations so you're never running around randomly * The clutter basket trick that will change your life * Why smell is your home's very first impression — and how to make it a good one * The one lighting swap that makes every room feel warmer and more intentional instantly * How to create "company corners" — 2-3 spots that are always styled so the rest of the room feels pulled together even when it isn't * The four bathroom non-negotiables guests actually notice * Why a $5 bunch of grocery store flowers does more than you'd think
The 20-Minute Reset Order of Operations:1. Light a candle, set a diffuser or start a simmering pot 2. Clear and wipe surfaces (don't forget the basket) 3. Quick sweep (both with eyes and a broom/vacuum) 4. Attention to seating areas (couch: fluff pillows, dining: wipe chairs) 5. Fresh towel in the bathroom 6. Turn off overhead lights and turn on lamps
Mentioned in This Episode:Decorating SOS Call If this episode made you realize your home isn't quite where you want it to be and it's NOT about the cleaning, it's MORE than that — and you're ready for someone to look at your specific space and tell you exactly what it needs — a Decorating SOS Call is your next step.
In one focused 60-minute session, we'll dig into your space, your goals, and your budget and walk away with a clear, strategic plan for making your home feel the way you've always wanted it to — without the overwhelm and without buying things that don't work.
👉 Book your Decorating SOS Call here
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Feeling Overwhelmed at Home? Try This Summer Home Edit for a Calmer SpaceDoes your home feel overwhelming—even after you've cleaned it?
The problem may not be dirt or clutter. It may be that your space simply needs an edit.
In this episode, I'm sharing a designer's approach to creating a home that feels lighter, calmer, and more relaxing this summer—without buying a single thing. Instead of organizing more bins or adding more décor, you'll learn how thoughtfully editing your space can transform the way your home looks and feels.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- How to remove what competes for your attention. Discover why visual clutter is just as overwhelming as physical clutter and how editing your décor can instantly create a greater sense of calm.
- Why every room needs room to breathe. Learn how designers use negative space to make a room feel more peaceful, balanced, and intentionally styled.
- How to edit for the season you're in. From heavy textiles to unnecessary accessories, you'll discover simple ways to lighten your home for summer without sacrificing your personal style.
If you've been feeling overwhelmed by your home but aren't sure where to start, this episode will help you see your space with fresh eyes and make simple changes that have a big impact.
Next Steps:
🎧 Loved today's episode? Share it with a friend who could use a little more calm at home this summer.
⭐ If you haven't already, would you take a minute to leave a review? Your reviews help more women discover the show and create homes they truly love.
🏡 Ready for personalized decorating support? Book a Decorating SOS call where we simplify decorating one room—and one decision—at a time.
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If you've ever hung a gallery wall only to step back and feel like something isn't quite right, this episode is for you.
The truth is that there isn't just one way to create a gallery wall. In fact, there are two distinct styles: structured and organic. Understanding the difference between the two can be the key to creating a gallery wall that feels intentional, cohesive, and visually pleasing.
In today's Five Minute Fix, I'm breaking down:
- The two types of gallery walls
- How to identify which style fits your home and personality
- The common mistake that makes gallery walls feel chaotic
- Simple tips to create a gallery wall that actually works
Whether you're starting from scratch or trying to fix an existing gallery wall, this quick episode will help you make confident decorating decisions and create a display you love.
Ready to take the guesswork out of decorating? Join us inside The Collective, where you'll learn the decorating principles that make every room feel more cohesive, intentional, and beautifully you.
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Five years ago, I sat down behind a microphone, pressed record, and hoped someone would listen.
I never imagined that one day I'd be celebrating 400 episodes.
And I certainly never expected the lessons that would emerge along the way.
When I started this podcast, I thought I was teaching decorating.
How to choose paint colors.
How to style bookshelves.
How to make a room feel finished.
How to create a home you love without spending a fortune.
But after 400 episodes and thousands of conversations with listeners just like you, I've realized something surprising:
Decorating was never really about decorating.
It's about confidence.
It's about creating a home that reflects who you are.
It's about learning to trust yourself.
It's about making progress instead of waiting for perfection.
And it's about discovering that the home you've always wanted is often much closer than you think.
In this special 400th episode, I'm reflecting on the journey, sharing some of the biggest lessons I've learned over the past five years, and celebrating the incredible community that has grown around this show.
Whether you've been listening since Episode 1 or you just found the podcast last week, I'm so grateful you're here.
In This Episode:* How this podcast started (and what I thought it would become) * The surprising lesson I never expected to learn * What 400 episodes have taught me about decorating and confidence * A special invitation to join the 400th episode celebration
Thank YouTo every listener who has downloaded an episode, left a review, shared the show with a friend, sent a message, joined The Collective, booked a call, or simply invited me into your earbuds while folding laundry, walking the dog, or tackling a project at home...
Thank you.
This milestone belongs to all of us.
Join the Celebration: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/400 We're celebrating 400 episodes all week long with giveaways, surprises, bonus opportunities, and plenty of fun.
Be sure to join the celebration and follow along so you don't miss what's coming next.
Here's to 400 episodes—and the homes, friendships, lessons, and stories we've created together.
Happy decorating!
xo,
Dani
🌟🌟 ARE YOU CELEBRATING WITH US NEXT WEEK?!?!?!?! 🌟🌟
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As we count down to Episode 400, I'm sharing one of the questions I get asked most often:
"Where do you shop for affordable home decor?"
The truth is, creating a beautiful home doesn't require a designer budget. It does require knowing where to shop, what to look for, and how to mix pieces from different sources to create a home that feels collected rather than cookie-cutter.
In this episode, I'm counting down my five favorite places to shop for home decor on a budget and sharing exactly what I buy from each one.
In this episode:#5: IKEA
More than just furniture! I'm sharing my favorite IKEA staples, including pillow forms, curtains, frames, plants, candles, kitchen storage, and the white dinner plates that serve as the foundation for nearly all of my tablescapes.
4: Target
One of my favorite sources for throw pillows, blankets, and bath towels. You'll hear my favorite shopping strategy: finding inspiration from higher-end retailers and then looking for similar styles at a more approachable price point.
3: HomeGoods
The perfect place for unique finds that aren't showing up in every home. I'm always on the hunt for picture frames, artwork, candles, and those unexpected treasures that make a home feel personal.
2: Etsy
When I want artwork, handmade decor, custom pillow covers, or beautiful curtains, Etsy is my go-to. Yes, handmade pieces often cost more, but they bring character, craftsmanship, and uniqueness that mass-produced decor simply can't replicate.
1: Thrifting
My absolute favorite way to decorate on a budget. Thrifting is where curated homes are built—but only if you know what you're looking for. I'll share why understanding your aesthetic is the key to successful thrifting and how it can save you from frustration while helping you create a home that looks collected over time.
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New builds are supposed to feel exciting…so why do so many builder-grade homes feel a little cold, flat, or even generic once you move in?
In today’s Five Minute Fix, we’re talking about one of the most common frustrations I see: loving your home on paper, but struggling to make it feel personal, warm, and custom once you’re actually living in it.
Because here’s the truth:
It’s not that your home is “bad.”
And it’s not that you need a full renovation.
Most builder-grade homes are designed to be safe, neutral, and broadly appealing—which often means they come without the layers, contrast, and character that make a space feel truly finished.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why builder-grade homes often feel cold or generic (even when beautifully decorated)
- The biggest mistake people make when trying to “fix” a new build feel
- Why adding more decor usually doesn’t solve the problem
- Simple, high-impact ways to add character and personality without renovating
- How layering, contrast, and intentional choices create a custom feel over time
This is one of those shifts that changes everything—not because you’re starting over, but because you finally understand how to see your home differently.
And if you’ve ever looked around and thought, “I don’t hate my home…I just wish it felt more like me,” this episode will give you a completely new perspective.
Ready to go beyond quick fixes?
Inside The Collective, I teach you how to layer, style, and pull your home together so it feels cohesive, intentional, and deeply personal—without guessing, overbuying, or starting from scratch.
Join us inside The Collective
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The Difference Between a Decorated Room and a Designer RoomEver wonder why a room can have all the "right" furniture and decor but still feel unfinished?
More often than not, the answer comes down to styling.
In today's episode, I'm sharing the exact process I use to style coffee tables, consoles, dressers, shelves, kitchen counters, nightstands, and other flat surfaces so they look intentional rather than cluttered.
Because here's the thing: styling isn't about adding more stuff. It's about creating visual interest, balance, and cohesion so your home feels thoughtfully designed.
You'll learn how to:
- Determine the purpose of a flat surface before styling it
- Edit and curate decor so your styling doesn't become clutter
- Choose an anchor piece that grounds the entire vignette
- Use layering to create depth and visual interest
- Incorporate texture for a more collected, designer look
- Vary heights to keep your styling from feeling flat
- Repeat design elements throughout the room for cohesion
- Add the finishing touch that works in every decorating style
If you've ever struggled with coffee table styling, shelf styling, console table decor, or simply making your home feel more polished, this episode will give you a practical framework you can use in any room of your home.
HINT: This episode is directly tied to our 5th year/400th episode celebration, so be sure to give it a try on any flat surface in your home.
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Want a home that looks expensive, but doesn't cost a lot to get it?! The secret is in recognizing how BUSY your home is.
Maybe your shelves feel cluttered.
Your surfaces feel full.
Or your decor just doesn’t have that elevated, designer look you’re craving.
In today’s Five Minute Fix, we’re talking about one of the biggest reasons homes feel visually chaotic—and the simple styling shift that can instantly make your home look more sophisticated without buying a single new thing.
Because here’s the truth:
Luxury isn’t about having more.
It’s about intentionality.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why too many small decor pieces create visual clutter
- The hidden reason expensive-looking homes often feel calmer and simpler
- The “breathing room” trick designers use to make rooms feel elevated
- How scale changes the entire feel of a room
- A simple editing exercise you can do in five minutes using what you already own
This is one of those small shifts that creates a huge visual impact—helping your home feel calmer, more intentional, and more high-end without spending more money.
Ready to go beyond quick fixes?
Inside The Collective, I help women confidently style, edit, and pull their homes together step-by-step—so your home finally feels cohesive, elevated, and completely you.
Join The Collective
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After 5 years and 400 podcast episodes, there’s decorating advice I still stand by because it continues to help women create homes that feel cozy, cohesive, personal, and beautiful — without overspending or second-guessing every decision.
In this episode of fig & farm (at home), we’re talking about timeless home decorating principles that still matter, even as trends change. If you’ve ever struggled with decorating confidence, decision overwhelm, choosing paint colors, creating a cohesive home, or making your home feel warm and inviting, this episode is for you.
Inside this episode:
- Why decorating confidence is built through action, not overthinking
- How waiting for the “perfect plan” keeps women stuck
- Why matching furniture sets often make homes feel flat
- The importance of scale in home decorating
- Why expensive furniture doesn’t automatically create a cohesive home
- The problem with copying Pinterest rooms exactly
- How to decorate with what you already own
- Why decluttering and editing your home matters
- How layering texture creates a cozy home
- The importance of organic elements like wood, greenery, linen, leather, and woven textures
- Why paint color matters more than people realize
- The truth about creating a home that feels personal instead of perfect
You’ll also hear real wins from women learning to trust themselves and build decorating confidence in their own homes.
This episode is packed with practical decorating advice, encouragement, and timeless interior design tips to help you create a home you truly love — one step at a time.
Mentioned in this episode:
- The Collective Membership
- Decorating SOS Calls
** COMBINE THE TWO FOR CONFIDENT DECISION MAKING AS YOU CREATE A DELIGHTFUL HOME!
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Your furniture might not be the problem.
It might just be where it’s sitting.
In today’s Five Minute Fix, we’re talking about one of the biggest layout mistakes I see in homes all the time: furniture that feels awkward, disconnected, or “off” in the room…even when the pieces themselves are beautiful.
Because here’s what most people do:
They push every piece against the walls hoping the room will feel bigger.
But instead?
The room often ends up feeling cold, disconnected, and surprisingly harder to use.
In today’s episode, you’ll learn:
- Why floating furniture away from the walls can actually make a room feel larger and cozier
- The hidden reason your seating arrangement may feel uncomfortable or awkward
- What designers mean by “conversation zones” and why they matter
- A simple furniture shift you can try in five minutes that changes the entire feel of a room
- How rugs help anchor furniture and create connection between pieces
- Why rooms need “pathways” instead of just empty space
One of the biggest mindset shifts in decorating is realizing:
Open space alone does not create good flow.
Connection does.
When furniture is too spread out, every piece starts feeling isolated instead of intentional. But when pieces are pulled together thoughtfully, your room immediately starts feeling warmer, more conversational, and more inviting.
And friend…this is one of those fixes that costs absolutely nothing to try.
Ready to go beyond quick fixes?
Inside The Collective, I help you figure out layouts, scale, styling, flow, and all the little details that make a home finally feel pulled together—without second-guessing every decision.
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You know that feeling when your home is technically decorated… but it still doesn’t feel finished?
Everything is in place. You’ve bought the furniture, hung some art, added a few pillows—but something still feels off. Not terrible. Just… incomplete.
In this episode, I’m breaking down the 7 most common decorating mistakes that keep homes stuck in that “almost there” stage for years.
And here’s the truth most people miss: it’s rarely about buying more things. It’s about a few key decisions that quietly affect how your entire home feels.
Let’s get into it.
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Decorating room-by-room instead of as a whole homeWhen every room is designed in isolation, your home starts to feel disconnected. Even beautiful rooms won’t flow together if there’s no shared thread connecting them.
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Hanging onto placeholder pieces too longThat “we’ll replace it later” rug? The temporary lighting? The art you never really loved? These pieces quietly keep your home in limbo—and your eye registers that lack of intention.
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Getting scale wrong (especially rugs, lighting, and art)Even well-designed rooms feel off when scale is wrong. Too-small rugs, undersized lighting, or timid art choices can make everything feel underwhelming.
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Mixing styles without a bridge elementYou can mix styles beautifully—but without a unifying material, color, or shape language, the room starts to feel accidental instead of curated.
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Playing it too safe with neutralsSafe doesn’t always mean successful. When everything is soft beige, gray, or white, rooms can lose depth, contrast, and personality.
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Treating lighting as functional instead of foundationalLighting is often an afterthought, but it’s one of the most powerful design tools you have. Without layering and intention, even great rooms fall flat.
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Not editing enoughMost homes don’t struggle from a lack of decor—they struggle from too much. When every surface is filled, nothing gets to stand out.
If your home feels “almost finished,” you don’t need a full redesign. You likely need clarity, editing, and a few intentional adjustments that shift how everything works together.
Small changes can create a surprisingly big transformation.
If this is the stage you’re in—where you can see what’s not working but aren’t sure what to do next—that’s exactly what I help with inside my coaching and programs.
You don’t need more inspiration. You need a clear plan that connects your home together.
Book a Decorating SOS Call to create a specific plan for your home!
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Ever look at your shelves (or coffee table, or console) and think…
“Why does this look so flat?”
You’ve added decor. You’ve tried styling it.
And still—it just doesn’t feel finished.
In today’s Five Minute Fix, we’re tackling one of the most common styling frustrations: why your surfaces fall flat—and the simple layering trick that instantly makes your home look more polished and put together.
Because it’s not about buying better decor.
It’s about how you’re using what you already have.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why decorating in “singles” keeps your home looking unfinished
- The key difference between decorating and styling
- A simple 3-step layering method you can use in minutes
- How to create depth, dimension, and that “effortless” designer look
This is one of those small shifts that makes a big visual impact—helping your home feel styled, intentional, and elevated…without spending a dime.
Ready to take this beyond quick fixes?
Inside The Collective, I teach you exactly how to style, layer, and pull your home together step-by-step—so you’re not guessing or second-guessing every decision.
If you’re ready for a home that finally feels finished and you, come join us:
The Collective
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Today we’re diving into the five decorating questions everyone asks…but the answers aren’t always what people expect.
From:
- “Why doesn’t my home feel finished?”
to - “Why can’t I figure out my style?”
to - “Are trends ruining my house?”
…we’re getting honest about the real reasons so many women feel stuck, overwhelmed, and frustrated in their homes.
Because most decorating struggles aren’t actually about paint colors or throw pillows. They’re about confidence, clarity, decision fatigue, and trying to create a home that finally feels like YOU.
In this episode, we’re talking about:
- Why Pinterest inspiration isn’t enough
- The hidden reason your home still feels incomplete
- Why trend-chasing creates disconnected spaces
- The truth about finding your design style
- The biggest decorating mistake I see over and over again
If you’ve ever thought:
“I know what I like…but I can’t make it work in my house,” this episode is for you.
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Ever walk through your home and feel like each room tells a different story?
Nothing is necessarily wrong… but it doesn’t quite feel pulled together either.
In today’s Five Minute Fix, we’re talking about one of the most common frustrations I see—homes that feel disconnected from room to room—and the simple shift that can change everything.
Because here’s the truth:
You don’t need to start over.
You don’t need a bigger budget.
And you definitely don’t need all new decor.
You just need a plan for creating cohesiveness.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why decorating room-by-room often leads to a disconnected home
- The real reason your space feels “off” (even when you like everything in it)
- A simple, actionable way to create flow using what you already own
This is one of those small changes that creates a big impact—helping your home feel calmer, more intentional, and finally like it all makes sense.
Ready for more than just quick fixes?
Inside The Collective, I’ll help you connect the dots across your entire home so you can stop guessing and start creating spaces you truly love.
Join us inside The Collective
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AI is everywhere right now…including home decorating.
From instant mood boards to room renderings and paint color suggestions, artificial intelligence is changing the way women approach decorating their homes. But is AI actually helping us create more beautiful homes…or is it making our spaces feel more generic?
In this episode, we’re diving into the pros and cons of using AI in home design and talking honestly about what technology can do well—and what it completely misses.
Because while AI can generate a gorgeous room in seconds, it doesn’t know your lifestyle, your budget, your pets, your memories, or the pieces you already own and love.
Most importantly?
It doesn’t know YOU.
In this conversation, we explore:
- The biggest benefits of using AI for home decorating
- How AI can help you overcome design overwhelm
- Why AI is useful for paint colors, layouts, and visualizing possibilities
- The hidden downside of AI-generated homes
- Why trendy rooms often feel disconnected and impersonal
- How AI may be pulling women away from trusting their own design instincts
- The difference between a “Pinterest perfect” room and a home that feels personal and lived in
- Why your intuition still matters when decorating your home
If you’ve ever wondered whether AI can truly replace a designer—or if it’s just another tool in your decorating toolbox—this episode is for you.
Your home should reflect your story, not just the latest trends.
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In this episode, I’m sharing a coaching conversation with Stefanie—a woman who already knew what she loved in her home, but couldn’t quite figure out how to bring it to life.
She was drawn to cottage-style and Polish granny chic interiors. She had the inspiration saved. She had the vision in her mind. She could even articulate the feeling she wanted her home to have.
But her reality didn’t match it.
She had been in her home for about a year, and instead of feeling settled and expressive, she felt stuck in neutral. Not wrong… just not her. And like so many women, she found herself collecting more and more inspiration—Pinterest boards, saved images, ideas for color, wallpaper, texture—but nothing was actually changing in her space.
If you’ve ever felt like your home is full of ideas but nothing is actually happening, you’re not alone.
What Stefanie was struggling with:* She wasn’t sure where to start in her home * Her space didn’t reflect her personality yet * She kept collecting inspiration but couldn’t translate it into action * She had ideas, but felt stuck in neutral * She couldn’t see how to connect the dots across her rooms
This is such a common place to be—especially when you already have good taste and a strong sense of what you like. The problem isn’t lack of ideas. It’s not knowing how to turn those ideas into a cohesive direction for your actual home.
What shifted in the conversation:During our coaching call, we worked through how her style could actually show up in real life—not just in inspiration images.
Instead of trying to “start from scratch,” we focused on:
- identifying patterns in what she was already drawn to
- clarifying how her style could show up consistently across rooms
- simplifying her decision-making so she wasn’t overwhelmed by options
- helping her see her home as a connected whole, not separate unfinished rooms
The breakthrough wasn’t about adding more ideas—it was about finally making sense of the ones she already had.
The bigger takeaway:So many of us don’t actually need more inspiration.
We need clarity.
Because inspiration without direction just turns into overwhelm. And overwhelm often turns into inaction—which is exactly what keeps homes feeling unfinished and disconnected.
If you’ve been collecting ideas for your home but nothing is changing, this episode will help you see what might actually be missing.
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Ever feel like keeping your home clean requires hours you just don’t have?
Like no matter how hard you try, you’re either always behind… or spending your entire weekend catching up?
In today’s episode, I’m sharing the simple shift that changed everything for me:
a 15-minute-a-day cleaning rhythm that keeps your home consistently clean—without burnout, overwhelm, or all-day cleaning marathons.
Because here’s the truth:
It’s not that you’re lazy.
It’s not that you don’t care.
It’s that you’ve probably never been shown a system that actually fits your life.
Inside this episode, I’ll walk you through:
- How to break your week into simple, manageable tasks
- The exact daily rhythm I use—from Mirror Mondays to Floor Fridays
- How to keep cleaning from piling up (even when life gets busy)
- And how to finally feel on top of your home instead of behind it
This approach is designed for real life—
for busy women, full schedules, and homes that are meant to be lived in, not just cleaned.
And the best part?
It only takes about 15 minutes a day.
Your Weekly Cleaning Rhythm:* Mondays: Mirror Mondays (glass, windows, mirrors) * Tuesdays: Toilet Tuesdays * Wednesdays: Wipe-Down Wednesdays (counters + surfaces) * Thursdays: Tackle One Thing Thursdays (one small, targeted task) * Fridays: Floor Fridays * Saturdays: Zone Reset (declutter + deeper clean one area each week)
If you’ve been craving a home that feels calm, clean, and pulled together—but don’t know where to start… this is your starting point.
And if you’re ready to take it a step further…
Ready for a Home You Truly Delight In?Cleaning is just one piece of the puzzle.
If your home still feels unfinished, mismatched, or like it’s not quite you…
that’s where I come in.
Inside a Decorating SOS Call, we focus on exactly what you need help with—
whether that’s:
- Pulling a room together
- Making confident design decisions
- Creating a clear plan so you stop wasting time and money
- Or finally finishing a space that’s been lingering for far too long
This is personalized, 1:1 support to help you create a home you don’t just keep clean…
but one you actually love living in.
👉 Book your call here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Loved This Episode?If this episode gave you a sense of relief or a plan you can actually follow,
I’d love for you to:
- Share it with a friend who feels behind in her home
- Or leave a quick review—it helps more women find simple, doable ways to love their homes again
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If you’ve ever looked around your home and thought, “Where do I even start?”—this episode is going to give you a clear, doable plan.
Today, I’m joined by Tracy Hoth, host of The Organized Coach Podcast, and she’s walking us through her simple but powerful SPACE framework for getting your home in order.
Because decluttering and organizing aren’t just about bins and baskets—they’re about how you think about your things.
As a life coach, Tracy brings a fresh perspective to the process—helping you understand why you hold onto certain items, how to release what’s no longer serving you, and how to create a home that actually supports your life today.
✨ Inside This Episode, We Cover:* The SPACE method for decluttering and organizing your home:
+ S – Sort: Separating what you have so you can see clearly
+ P – Purge: Letting go of what no longer fits your life
+ A – Arrange: Creating simple, functional systems
+ C – Contain: Giving everything a defined place
+ E – Energize: Making your space feel good to live in
- Why traditional organizing advice often doesn’t stick
- How your mindset impacts what you keep (and what you don’t)
- The emotional side of decluttering—and how to move through it
- Practical ways to make progress without feeling overwhelmed
- How to create systems that actually last
✨ Why This MattersDecluttering and organizing aren’t just about having a tidy home—they’re about creating a space that reflects your life, supports your routines, and feels good to be in.
And when you combine decluttering, organizing, and decorating together?
That’s when your home truly starts to feel like you.
✨ Ready for Help with Your Home?If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and want a clear plan to declutter, organize, and decorate your space…
A Decorating SOS Call is your next step.
Together, we’ll walk through your home, identify what’s not working, and create a step-by-step plan so you can transform your space into one you truly delight in—one that tells your story, in your style.
👉 Book your call here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
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If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed just looking around your home…this episode is for you.
We’re kicking off a 3-part Spring Cleaning Series with the most important first step: decluttering.
Because before you organize or deep clean, you need to clear the excess. And if you’ve ever struggled to get started—or felt stuck halfway through—it’s not because you’re lazy or unmotivated.
There’s actually a reason clutter feels so heavy.
In this episode, I’m joined by guest expert Emily McDermott, and we’re diving into the science behind clutter—including how it can increase cortisol levels and contribute to stress, overwhelm, and decision fatigue.
But more importantly, we’re giving you a simple, realistic way to move forward.
✨ Inside This Episode, We Cover:* Why clutter impacts your mental load (and what’s happening in your brain) * Where to start when everything feels overwhelming * Practical, doable steps to begin decluttering your home * Common mistakes to avoid (that keep you stuck) * How to work through emotional clutter (the things that are hard to let go of) * What aspirational clutter is—and why it’s keeping you from a home that actually works for your life * How to make progress without needing hours of uninterrupted time
✨ Why This MattersDecluttering isn’t just about getting rid of things—it’s about creating space.
Space to think clearly.
Space to breathe.
Space to actually enjoy your home again.
And when you start here, everything else—organizing, decorating, cleaning—becomes easier and more effective.
✨ What’s Next in the SeriesThis episode is part one of our Spring Cleaning Series:
- Decluttering (this episode)
- Organization (coming next)
- Cleaning hacks and tips
- JOIN The Spring Cleaning Challenge...starting Monday, April 13th
Make sure to follow along so you can move through each step with clarity and confidence.
✨ Ready for Help with Your Home? If you’re feeling stuck—not just with clutter, but with how your home looks and functions as a whole—
A Decorating SOS Call is your next step.
Together, we’ll look at your space, identify what’s not working (from clutter to layout to design), and create a clear, step-by-step plan so you can move forward with confidence.
Book your call here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
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What makes a home feel timeless…elevated…and effortlessly pulled together?
In this episode, we’re breaking down the iconic Ralph Lauren design aesthetic—a look that has defined classic American interiors for decades.
Known for its rich layers, tailored details, and a sense of understated luxury, Ralph Lauren style blends American heritage with classic European influence, often incorporating subtle nods to equestrian and nautical design.
But here’s the best part:
You don’t need a massive budget or a designer label to achieve this look in your own home.
In this episode, I’ll show you exactly how to recreate this aesthetic using thoughtful, intentional design choices—so your home feels cohesive, grounded, and timeless (not trendy or overdone).
✨ Inside This Episode, We Cover:* What defines the Ralph Lauren design aesthetic (and why it works) * How to create a timeless, classic home that won’t go out of style * The signature color palettes that ground this look (think rich neutrals, deep blues, warm woods) * How to layer textures and materials for depth and sophistication * The role of pattern (and how to mix it without overwhelm) * Key furniture styles that feel tailored and substantial * How to use lighting to add warmth and character * Window treatments that elevate the entire room * Subtle ways to incorporate equestrian and nautical elements without feeling theme-y
Ready to Bring This Look Into Your Home?If you love this aesthetic but aren’t sure how to translate it into your own space—what to keep, what to change, or where to start—
A Decorating SOS Call is your next step.
Together, we’ll take your ideas (whether it’s Ralph Lauren-inspired or something else entirely) and turn them into a clear, step-by-step plan for your home—so you can create a space that feels cohesive, timeless, and truly you.
👉 Book your call here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
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What if the reason your home feels “off”…has nothing to do with what you’ve bought—and everything to do with what your eye doesn’t know where to look at?
In this episode, we’re breaking down one of the most important (and misunderstood) elements of interior design: the focal point.
Because contrary to what you might think, your focal point doesn’t have to be the first thing you see when you walk into a room…
It doesn’t have to be the biggest piece…
And it definitely doesn’t have to be the most expensive or “perfect” item you own.
Instead, a well-designed focal point simply gives your eye a place to land—and creates a sense of intention and calm in your space.
If your home has ever felt cluttered, unfinished, or just a little “off,” this episode will help you understand why—and exactly how to fix it.
Inside this episode, you’ll learn:
- What a focal point actually is (and what it’s not)
- How to create a focal point without buying all new decor
- 6 simple, budget-friendly ways to draw the eye and elevate your space
We’ll walk through six easy ways to create a focal point using what you already have (or with simple, intentional updates), including:
- Oversized artwork
- Statement walls
- Contrast in color and texture
- Layered textiles
- Intentional lighting
- Highlighting architectural features
By the end of this episode, you’ll start to see your space differently—and know exactly where to focus (literally) to make your home feel more pulled together.
✨ Ready for Help with Your Own Home?If you’re tired of guessing what your space needs and want a clear, personalized plan…
A Decorating SOS Call is your next step.
Together, we’ll look at your room, identify what’s missing (including your focal point), and map out exactly what to do next—so you can stop second-guessing and start seeing real progress.
👉 Book your call here: https://figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
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Ever wonder why some homes instantly feel elevated and pulled together… while others feel a little off—even when you’ve spent money trying to make it look right?
In this episode, we’re diving into the skill no one teaches you: how to train your eye for interior design.
Because the truth is—you’re not bad at decorating. You just haven’t been shown how to see what actually makes a space feel cohesive, layered, and high-end.
If you’ve ever walked into stores like Target or HomeGoods and felt overwhelmed by all the options… or brought something home that looked great in the store but fell flat in your space—this episode will change how you shop and style your home.
Inside this episode, you’ll learn:
- How to train your eye to spot high-end design (even on a budget)
- The difference between cheap-looking decor and elevated pieces
- Why contrast, scale, and materials matter more than price
- How to avoid common decorating mistakes that make your home feel disconnected
- The simple filters designers use before they buy anything
By the end, you’ll start to see your home—and every piece you bring into it—through a completely different lens.
And once you see it… you can’t unsee it.
✨✨ Ready for More Support? ✨✨If you’re ready to stop second-guessing your decisions and want a clear plan for creating a home that feels cohesive, elevated, and you…
The Decorating SOS Call is your next step.
Together, we’ll look at your space, identify exactly what’s working (and what’s not), and create a step-by-step plan so you can confidently move forward—without wasting money or making costly mistakes.
👉 Learn more and book your call: Decorating SOS Call
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If you’ve ever looked around your home and thought, “This used to feel like me… but now it doesn’t anymore,” this episode is for you.
Today, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing a real Decorating SOS call with Rebecca, a homeowner who’s ready to evolve her style. She’s transitioning away from the farmhouse trend and moving toward something more timeless, classic, and elevated—with warmth, coziness, and layered design decisions that feel intentional rather than trendy.
Her goal? A Southern transitional home that feels polished, welcoming, and thoughtfully put together.
But like so many women I work with, Rebecca found herself stuck between two styles—unsure what to keep, what to change, and how to move forward without making expensive mistakes.
Inside this call, you’ll hear how we:
• Clarify what Southern transitional really means in real life
• Identify which farmhouse pieces can stay—and which ones are holding the room back
• Talk through simple ways to elevate a space without starting over
• Discuss how layering textures, materials, and color creates a more timeless feel
• Create a clear decorating direction so every future decision becomes easier
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s actually like to get personalized decorating help, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how quickly clarity can happen when you have the right guidance.
And if you’re ready for that kind of clarity in your own home, I’ve created something special.
For the next couple of days, the Spring Room Reset Bundle is available at a special price.
Inside the bundle you’ll get:
• Two Decorating SOS Calls with me
• Three months inside The Collective for continued learning and support
• My Redecorating Roadmap to help you prioritize projects and spend your decorating budget wisely
It’s the perfect combination of personalized guidance, design education, and a step-by-step plan so you can finally create a home that feels cohesive, cozy, and unmistakably yours.
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FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Tired of feeling feeling frustrated with every decorating decision you make? Or overwhelmed by the hundreds of choices available? Wishing you knew the secret to putting it all together?
Friend, I want to invite you to a FREE two day live workshop where I am teaching you the three most important steps when decorating your home - these are the steps I wish someone would have taught me when I was trying to decorate my first home. These three steps are the foundation for making confident decisions and SPOILER ALERT...when you make confident decisions, you stop thinking every decision is a mistake (and a costly one at that). Join me in this LIVE training. Can't make it live...register anyway and I'll send you the replay!
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3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't STOP Gushing About
March 11 and 12
9am PST | 10 am MST | 11am CST | 12 pm EST
Do you secretly believe you’re just bad at decorating?
If your rooms feel “almost done” but never quite finished… if decisions feel overwhelming… if you’ve made a few expensive mistakes that shook your confidence… this episode is for you.
Because the truth is this:
You’re not bad at decorating.
You’re missing design clarity.
In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the six most common reasons women struggle to create cohesive, finished homes — and why none of them have to do with talent.
We’ll talk about:
- Why decorating is a teachable skill (and why you must believe that first)
- How not knowing your aesthetic creates decision fatigue and insecurity
- Why decorating without a clear plan leads to expensive, frustrating mistakes
- How comparison steals joy and keeps your home feeling “behind”
- The way budget stress and past mistakes start running your design decisions
- Why practice — with trusted guidance — changes everything
If you’ve ever thought:
“I should be better at this by now.”
“I’ve wasted too much money.”
“Why can’t I just get it right?”
This episode will reframe everything.
Decorating isn’t about perfection.
It’s about clarity, direction, and confidence.
And once you have those, finishing a room becomes not only possible — but predictable.
✨✨ Ready to Build Design Clarity? ✨✨If you’re ready to stop circling and start creating a home you can’t stop gushing about, join me inside my free workshop:
3 Steps to Creating a Home You Can’t Stop Gushing About
Inside, you’ll learn:
• How to define your personal aesthetic
• Which other filters you need to make confident decisions
• How to build a clear, step-by-step plan for your home (without blowing your budget)
Register here: https://figandfarmathome.com
You don’t need more talent.
You need more clarity.
And that’s something you can absolutely learn.
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3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't STOP Gushing About
March 11 and 12
9am PST | 10 am MST | 11am CST | 12 pm EST
// Links mentioned in show: //
Learn your design style: https://bit.ly/ffdesignguide
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Instagram, where I rarely hang out: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
If you’ve ever thought…
“I want a beautiful home, but I don’t trust myself.”
“What if I make expensive mistakes?”
“What if this costs more than I can afford?”
“What if I ask a dumb question?”
This episode is for you.
Today, I’m joined by one of my students, Loraine, and we’re having an honest conversation about what it’s really like to work together inside my decorating framework.
We talk about:
- How she went from second-guessing every decision to decorating with confidence
- The rooms she’s worked on and the progress she’s made
- Why having a step-by-step plan changed everything
- How gentle guidance (and a few nudges!) helped her avoid costly mistakes
- The fear she had about the cost — and why it turned out to be more doable than she expected
- Why no question is ever a “dumb” question
If you’ve been stuck in analysis paralysis…
If your rooms feel unfinished…
If you’re afraid of wasting money…
If you want someone to walk beside you without judgment…
Loraine’s story will show you what’s possible.
Decorating isn’t about having perfect taste.
It’s about having a plan and the confidence to follow it.
And sometimes, the right guidance makes all the difference.
Thinking About Taking the Next Step?If you’re ready to stop guessing and finally create a clear, practical decorating plan for your home, there are two ways to begin:
✨ Join my upcoming live workshop where I’ll teach you the 3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't Stop Gushing About
OR
✨ Book a call with me to talk through your space and see what working together could look like in YOUR home: Decorating SOS Call
You don’t have to figure this out alone.
And as Loraine shares in this episode — it might be more accessible than you think!!
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3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't STOP Gushing About
March 11 and 12
9am PST | 10 am MST | 11am CST | 12 pm EST
// Links mentioned in show: //
Learn your design style: https://bit.ly/ffdesignguide
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Instagram, where I rarely hang out: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
How to Plan a Room from Start to Finish: 10 Essential Steps for Stress-Free Home DecoratingDo you ever find yourself staring at a room in your home wondering, “Where do I even start?”If you’ve been buying pieces you love but still can’t seem to finish a room, the problem likely isn’t your style — it’s that you don’t have a clear home decorating plan.In today’s episode, I’m walking you through the 10 essential steps to creating a foolproof home decorating plan so you can stop guessing, stop overspending, and finally finish your rooms with confidence.This episode is your practical roadmap for how to plan a room from start to finish — without copying Pinterest, wasting money, or getting stuck halfway through.If you’ve been searching for:* How to decorate a room step by step * Where to start when decorating a room * How to create a cohesive home * How to plan a room makeover * How to finish a room you’ve already started
You’re in the right place.In This Episode, You’ll Learn the 10 Essential Steps: 1. Know Your AestheticBefore you move a single piece of furniture, you need clarity on your personal style. We’ll talk about how to define your aesthetic without copying someone else’s home.
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Take Inventory of Your RoomLearn how to assess what you already own so you can decorate intentionally instead of impulsively.
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Define the Goals for Your SpaceWhat is this room actually for? Function matters just as much as beauty when creating a cohesive home.
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Use Inspiration — Without Copying & PastingPinterest and inspiration photos are tools, not templates. I’ll show you how to use them wisely.
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Understand Expectation vs. RealityBe honest about your time, energy, and skill set so your decorating plan stays realistic and doable.
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Create a Flexible Decorating BudgetYou need a starting number — but you also need room to adjust. I’ll explain how to plan financially without boxing yourself in.
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Follow a Step-by-Step RoadmapA room doesn’t come together all at once. I’ll show you how to build in “pit stops” along the way to reassess and adjust your plan.
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Set a Realistic TimelineMost unfinished rooms stall because expectations are off. We’ll talk about what’s actually reasonable.
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Execute with ConfidenceOnce the plan is in place, you can move forward without second-guessing every decision.
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Celebrate the Finished SpaceFinishing a room is an accomplishment — and celebration builds confidence for the next one.
Why This MattersMost women don’t struggle with creativity — they struggle with clarity.
Without a clear decorating roadmap, it’s easy to:
- Overspend on the wrong pieces
- Buy decor without a plan
- Leave rooms half-finished
- Feel overwhelmed every time you walk into the space
This 10-step decorating plan gives you structure so your home can feel cohesive, intentional, and finished.
Ready to go deeper?Register for the workshop: 3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't Stop Gushing About
Get 1:1 help inside a Decorating SOS Call: Book your call here
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3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't STOP Gushing About
March 11 and 12
9am PST | 10 am MST | 11am CST | 12 pm EST
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Learn your design style: https://bit.ly/ffdesignguide
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
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FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
You’ve saved the inspiration.
You have the vision.
You can see what you want your home to feel like.
So why does the room still feel unfinished?
In today’s episode, I’m sharing the secret most decorators don’t tell you about finishing a room — and it has nothing to do with having better taste, a bigger budget, or more time.
The real secret?
It’s knowing where to start.
Most of us begin with massive inspiration but no clear structure. We jump into paint colors before confirming furniture layout. We buy décor before defining the foundation. We move forward without a roadmap — and somewhere along the way we feel frustrated, overwhelmed, confused… and we start questioning our confidence.
It’s not that you don’t have style.
It’s that you don’t have a plan.
In this episode, I break down:
- Why inspiration without structure leads to stalled rooms
- Why we often start at the end instead of the beginning
- How to think about decorating as a clear, sequential process
- The mindset shift that brings back confidence and clarity
If you’ve ever felt stuck halfway through a room (or like you keep second-guessing your decisions), this episode will give you a powerful reframe.
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3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't STOP Gushing About
March 11 and 12
9am PST | 10 am MST | 11am CST | 12 pm EST
// Links mentioned in show: //
Learn your design style: https://bit.ly/ffdesignguide
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Instagram, where I rarely hang out: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
How do you know when a room is actually done?
Not “good enough.”
Not “I’ll just add one more thing.”
But finished in a way that feels calm, intentional, and deeply satisfying.
In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing a behind-the-scenes lesson from The Collective—a private space where I teach women how to confidently decorate their homes without overwhelm or wasted money.
We talk about why so many rooms get stuck at the almost finished stage, and how the problem usually isn’t a lack of ideas… it’s not knowing when to stop.
I’ll walk you through the six elements I assess when deciding whether a room is complete—and the exact questions I ask before adding anything else.
This episode is about restraint, clarity, and learning to trust your decisions—so you can create a home you truly delight in.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why rooms often feel 80% done—but never quite finished * The difference between a room that looks styled and one that feels complete* * The 6 elements I assess before adding anything new:
+ Balance
+ Scale
+ Cohesiveness
+ Functionality
+ Restraint
+ Feeling
- The key questions to ask yourself before buying “just one more thing”
- How finishing a room can shift how you feel in your home—and in yourself
A Client Moment Worth SharingI also share a brief case study from a client whose finished room didn’t just look better—it changed how she felt walking into her home.
Less second-guessing.
Less mental noise.
More pride. More ease. More delight.
Sometimes the transformation isn’t about what you add—it’s about finally knowing when you’re done.
Ready for Support?If you’re listening and thinking:
- “I don’t know where to start,”
or - “I’m so close… I just need help finishing,”
You have two next steps, depending on where you are:
✨ Learn where to start:
Take my free training, Learn Your Design Style, to gain clarity and direction before making another decision.
✨ Get help finishing:
Book a 1:1 Decorating SOS Call and we’ll assess your space together—so you can stop guessing and finally bring your room across the finish line.
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Learn your design style: https://bit.ly/ffdesignguide
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
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FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
You’ve pinned all the beautiful ideas, saved all the inspiration, and yet… your room still feels stuck. Sound familiar? Here’s the truth: ideas alone won’t finish your home. What really keeps your spaces incomplete is unmade decisions, scattered priorities, and overwhelm that makes even small choices feel impossible.
In this episode, I break down why inspiration and ideas aren’t enough and what’s really standing between you and a home you love:
- How ideas don’t come with an order or a plan.
- Why budget pacing matters—and how skipping steps can sabotage your progress.
- The hidden toll of decision fatigue and second-guessing.
- How to know when to stop, skip, or wait so your room actually feels finished.
- The first steps to get from inspiration to action, without wasting money or time.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in your home, unsure what to do next, or overwhelmed by all the choices in front of you, this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and a roadmap for moving forward.
Takeaway: Ideas are just the beginning. Real progress happens when you decide what matters most and take action with confidence.
If this episode resonates…If you’re realizing that Pinterest, Instagram, and inspiration alone aren’t helping you move forward, I have a free training that walks you through how to identify your design style with intention — and how to use inspiration without adding more overwhelm.
It’s a short, practical video that shows you how to filter ideas, trust your instincts, and start making decisions with confidence.
👉 Watch the free “Learn Your Design Style” training
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Learn your design style: https://bit.ly/ffdesignguide
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
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FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Have you ever stood in the middle of a room, surrounded by ideas, and still felt completely stuck?
You pin beautiful images. You save inspiration. You know what you like…
And yet, when it’s time to actually choose — the paint color, the sofa, the rug — doubt creeps in.
In this episode, we’re talking about second-guessing in home decorating — where it comes from, why it’s so common, and how it quietly fuels overwhelm, frustration, and decision fatigue.
Spoiler alert: second-guessing isn’t a personality flaw. It’s a learned behavior — and that means it can be unlearned.
In this episode, you’ll learn: Why second-guessing often starts after past decorating mistakes * How too many options (and too much inspiration) actually increase* overwhelm * The connection between decision fatigue and unfinished rooms * Why “having good taste” doesn’t automatically lead to confident decisions * How second-guessing keeps you stuck in planning instead of progress * What actually helps you move forward without wasting more money
We’ll also reframe the idea that you just need more ideas — and explore why clarity, not inspiration, is what helps you finally finish a room.
If this episode resonates…If you’re realizing that Pinterest, Instagram, and inspiration alone aren’t helping you move forward, I have a free training that walks you through how to identify your design style with intention — and how to use inspiration without adding more overwhelm.
It’s a short, practical video that shows you how to filter ideas, trust your instincts, and start making decisions with confidence.
👉 Watch the free “Learn Your Design Style” training
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Learn your design style: https://bit.ly/designbestie
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
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FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Pantone’s Color of the Year is usually interesting… but rarely practical.
This year is different.
In this episode of fig & farm (at home), we’re talking about Pantone’s 2026 Color of the Year: Cloud Dancer—a softly warm white that finally makes sense in real homes, real budgets, and real life.
Cloud Dancer isn’t about trends for the sake of trends. It’s about balance, contrast, and longevity—and it works beautifully whether your home leans neutral, bold, traditional, or eclectic.
Inside this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why Cloud Dancer is more usable than past Color of the Year picks
- How this slightly warm white creates contrast against bold patterns and statement pieces
- Why it’s the perfect companion to warm earthen tones, natural woods, and organic textures
- How it helps honor heirloom pieces instead of competing with them
- Why designers are leaning into sustainable luxury—and how Cloud Dancer supports that shift
- How to use it to brighten dark corners without feeling stark or cold
- Ways to apply this color in both big and small ways—from walls and trim to textiles and accents
We’ll also talk about how Cloud Dancer fits into a cohesive color formula, helping you neutralize busy prints, ground dramatic furniture (yes, even bold couches), and create flow from room to room without starting over.
If you’ve ever ignored Pantone’s Color of the Year because it felt unrealistic, trendy, or too risky—this episode may change your mind.
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The new year always brings a wave of home decor trends — but 2026 is shaping up to be less about what’s “in” and more about how our homes feel.
In this episode, I’m breaking down the top 10 home decor and interior design trends for 2026 that designers across the industry are consistently predicting. These aren’t fads — they’re thoughtful shifts toward comfort, intention, sustainability, and homes that support real life.
If you’re decorating, redecorating, or simply craving a home that feels more cohesive and cozy, this episode will help you understand what’s coming next — and how to use trends without letting them overwhelm you.
In this episode, we cover: Using texture as a foundational design element
Why layered textures — from textiles to finishes — are becoming essential in 2026 interior design and how they instantly make a home feel warmer and more lived-in.
* Honoring heritage and personal history in home decor
The return of meaningful pieces, vintage finds, heirlooms, and decor that tells a story instead of following fast trends.
* Biophilic design and bringing nature indoors
How plants, natural light, organic materials, and nature-inspired design are shaping healthier, calmer homes.
* Layering as a core decorating principle
From rugs to lighting to accessories, designers are emphasizing depth, dimension, and thoughtful layering over minimalism.
* Color drenching and monochromatic color stories
Why single-color rooms and tonal palettes are trending in 2026 — and how they create cohesion without feeling boring.
* Warm, earthy color palettes replacing cool neutrals
Think clay, camel, olive, brown, mushroom, and soft terracotta — colors that ground a space and make it feel welcoming.
* The renewed focus on form and* function
Furniture and decor that look beautiful but also work hard for everyday living are a major priority in 2026 home design.
* Sustainable luxury and conscious decorating choices
Fewer pieces, better quality, eco-conscious materials, and thoughtful purchasing decisions that balance beauty and responsibility.
* The return of cozy textures like faux fur
Designers are embracing warmth and softness through faux fur accents, plush textiles, and tactile comfort.
* An emphasis on irregularity, imperfection, and organic shapes
Why homes are moving away from symmetry and perfection — and embracing character, patina, and uniqueness.
🌟 Room Reset Workshop 🌟
Three live sessions | January 14, 21 & 28
Two time options: 9am PST or 5pm PST (replays included)
In just three days, you’ll reset one room in your home—going from uncertainty and overwhelm to clarity and confidence.
You’ll walk away with a complete, realistic plan, not just inspiration:
• Identify your personal aesthetic so decisions finally feel easy
• Create a visual mood board with intentional product choices
• Build a step-by-step decorating plan that prioritizes what matters most—without blowing your budget
Stop guessing. Start decorating with confidence.
Register at: https://bit.ly/ffroomreset
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Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
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We set goals for our health, our finances, and our personal growth—but rarely do we pause to set intentional goals for our home.
In this episode, I invite you to slow down and reflect on how your home has truly served you over the past year. Did it support your life and rhythms… or did you find yourself constantly serving it?
We’ll talk about how to create home goals that go beyond surface-level decorating and instead focus on how you want your home to feel. You’ll learn the difference between physical, tangible home goals (like decluttering, redecorating, or organizing a space) and social or emotional home goals—such as creating a home that feels calmer, more welcoming, or easier to live in day-to-day.
One of the most important parts of this conversation is learning to acknowledge the emotional weight we carry around our homes—and why honoring those feelings is just as important (if not more important) than tackling the physical projects first.
We’ll walk through:
- How to reflect honestly on what worked—and what didn’t—in your home this past year
- Why emotional and lifestyle-based decorating goals matter
- How to identify realistic next steps for creating a more cohesive, cozy home
- When and why asking for help can move you forward faster
This episode is part reflection, part reset, and part permission—to approach your home with curiosity instead of criticism.
👉 Grab a notebook and pen before you press play. You’ll want space to write, think, and imagine what’s possible for your home in the year ahead.
Are you ready to realize the goals you are setting? Reserve your spot in the...
🌟 Room Reset Workshop 🌟
Three live sessions | January 14, 21 & 28
Two time options: 9am PST or 5pm PST (replays included)
In just three days, you’ll reset one room in your home—going from uncertainty and overwhelm to clarity and confidence.
You’ll walk away with a complete, realistic plan, not just inspiration:
• Identify your personal aesthetic so decisions finally feel easy
• Create a visual mood board with intentional product choices
• Build a step-by-step decorating plan that prioritizes what matters most—without blowing your budget
Stop guessing. Start decorating with confidence.
Register at: https://bit.ly/ffroomreset
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If you’ve ever bought a new rug, throw pillows, or wall art—hoping it would finally pull your space together—only to find your home still feels “off,” this episode is for you.
Before you pick up that paintbrush or shop another sale, there’s a crucial step that often gets skipped: organizing.
In today’s episode, I’m talking with professional organizer, Nicole Gabai, about why organizing isn’t just about putting things in bins or hiding the mess—it’s about creating the foundation for a beautiful, functional, and cohesive home.
You’ll learn:
- Why decorating before organizing leads to frustration and wasted money
- How organizing helps you make smarter design decisions (and fewer mistakes)
- The surprising impact your “stuff” has on how your home feels
- Simple ways to start organizing today—without buying a single new thing
This is the first step toward the cozy, confident home you’re dreaming about. Let’s do it right—and let’s do it together.
✨ Ready for even more decorating confidence?
Register for The Room Reset - a 3 day LIVE workshop that teaches the three foundational steps to creating a home you love! 3 days spanning over 3 weeks, this workshop gives you the decorating confidence you need to make the right next step for YOUR home!
Register at: https://bit.ly/ffroomreset
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Today’s episode is a special peek behind the curtain of a real Decorating SOS call with Leah — a homeowner whose style blends modern farmhouse charm, a little cowgirl grit, and just a hint of soft romanticism.
If you’ve ever looked around your home and thought, “Something’s missing… but I don’t know what,” this episode is going to feel like a deep exhale.
Inside this call, we walk through simple, budget-friendly ways to make Leah’s home feel cozy, layered, and beautifully intentional—without starting from scratch or spending a fortune.
In This Episode You’ll Learn: How small styling changes can create big visual impact in a modern farmhouse home * Ways to layer lighting to instantly add warmth, coziness, and dimension * The difference between a “pretty room” and a pulled-together, lived-in* room (and how to get the latter!) * Why layering textiles and accessories makes your home feel more collected and less cookie-cutter * The mindset shift that helped Leah feel confident tackling DIY upgrades like shiplap and painting * How to blend styles—modern farmhouse + cowgirl + romantic—into a cohesive look that feels personal and inviting * Practical tips anyone can try today to refresh a room without buying all new furniture
This episode is packed with takeaways you can use immediately—especially if you love the modern farmhouse aesthetic but want your home to feel warmer, cozier, and more “you.”
🌟🌟 Register for the ROOM RESET WORKSHOP 🌟🌟
Start the New Year off refreshing one of the rooms in your home. Learn how to:
Identify your personal design style
Create a step-by-step plan aligned with your budget
How to make a visual mood board so you can see how it looks before you buy
Move forward confidently and with less overwhelm
To see more details and register: https://bit.ly/ffroomreset
🌟🌟 Looking for the perfect Christmas Gift? 🌟🌟
This year, give a gift that lasts long after the wrapping paper is gone—a home that finally feels cozy, intentional, and put together. Gift 3 months of The Collective, my home decorating membership filled with workshops, tutorials, and group coaching.
Give the gift of home decorating: The Collective 3 Month Membership
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Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over — but that doesn’t mean your decorating dreams have to wait another year. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 10 smart, doable, and budget-friendly ways to save money so you can finally afford the home decorating projects on your list. No extreme couponing. No complicated systems. Just simple, intentional strategies that help you decorate with confidence and stay within your budget.
Whether you’re refreshing a single room or planning a whole-home glow-up, these tips will help you stretch your dollars, shop smarter, and make intentional decorating choices you actually love.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:1. Why knowing your aesthetic saves you hundredsStop guessing. Start choosing with clarity, so you avoid impulse buys and return-pile regret.
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How to reach out for help before you’re in too deepWhy getting design guidance early prevents costly mistakes.
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The power of making a planVision + steps + budget = fewer “oops” purchases and more cohesive rooms.
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How to use cash-back cards, apps, and extensions to save without tryingSimple tools that give you instant savings every time you shop.
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The benefit of rewards programs for saving big money elsewhere in your budget And how to leverage points to pay for actual décor items.
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The online-shopping hack that cuts impulse buysWhy ordering online helps you stick to your budget and avoid the Target/wandering-aisles temptation.
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How Google Lens helps you find similar décor for lessThe easiest way to spot dupes and save big on high-end looks.
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Why thrifting is still one of the best decorating money-saversPlus what to look for — and what to skip.
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How selling items you already own creates a quick cash-injectionClear out clutter AND fund your next project? Yes please.
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The DIY approach that saves you time, money, and frustrationYouTube tutorials are your friend — learn simple skills that pay off for years.
🌟🌟 Register for the ROOM RESET WORKSHOP 🌟🌟
Start the New Year off refreshing one of the rooms in your home. Learn how to:
Identify your personal design style
Create a step-by-step plan aligned with your budget
How to make a visual mood board so you can see how it looks before you buy
Move forward confidently and with less overwhelm
To see more details and register: https://bit.ly/ffroomreset
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If you’ve ever walked into Black Friday with the “maybe this will fix my house” mindset… this episode is your gentle interruption. Before you add one more throw pillow, lamp, or holiday deal to your cart, let’s slow down and talk about the ONE thing that will actually change the way your home looks and feels.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing why intentionality matters far more than the deals you’re eyeing, how “more stuff” often distracts you from the real design decisions your home needs, and what to do before you start shopping. Because when you take strategic, thoughtful, mindful action, you stop guessing and start decorating with confidence — and that’s when you create a home you can’t stop gushing about.
Whether you’re a busy mom who’s overwhelmed by choices or someone who wants your home to finally feel cohesive, this episode will help you make smarter choices and avoid regret-filled purchases this holiday season.
In this episode, you’ll learn: Why intentionality is your most powerful decorating tool (especially during Black Friday) * How buying more “stuff” can distract you from the real design work * The simple shift that leads to confident, strategic decorating * The mindset that helps you create a cohesive home you love — without overspending * What to do before* you click “buy now” on any deal
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In today’s episode, you get a front-row seat to a real, raw, LIVE coaching call with listener Kirstyn—who is giving her living room a complete refresh before Christmas. Her style is the dream combo of modern + vintage, honoring heirlooms, family and meaningful pieces from her time living in Japan, and working within a real-life budget.
In just 25 minutes (pulled from our full hour-long SOS decorating call), we covered everything you need to hear if you’re trying to make your space feel cohesive, cozy, and “done” without spending a fortune:
👉 Here’s what we tackled:* Defining her color palette so the whole room finally works together * Designing an IKEA hack that looks elevated, intentional, and custom * Choosing a statement piece for the focal wall * Painting the mantel + hearth to update the space for nearly no money * Adding ambient lighting to create warmth and depth * Identifying the right layout for better flow and function * Choosing additional seating that fits the scale of her room * Creating a realistic timeline so she crosses the finish line by Christmas
If you love hearing real people work through real decorating challenges—and you want ideas you can steal for your own home—you’re going to love this one.
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Flat surfaces have a funny way of becoming clutter magnets — until the holidays hit, and suddenly we want them to look styled, intentional, and Instagram-worthy. The problem? It’s easy to go from “simple and festive” to “every inch covered.”
In this episode, I’ll teach you my signature LDHTR method (Layers + Depth + Height + Texture + Repetition) — the simple formula that works on mantles, shelves, tables, even pianos. You’ll learn how to:
- Define the purpose of your surface (function + beauty!)
- Start fresh with a blank slate
- Curate your items by category or story before styling
- Layer intentionally for balance and flow
- Take a photo to see what your eye might miss in real life
By the end, you’ll know exactly how to create surfaces that look polished, personal, and ready for the holidays.
Want hands-on guidance styling your holiday home? Schedule a Decorating SOS Coaching Call to create a plan that aligns with your budget, your timeline and your goals.
🎄🎄 DON'T LET YOUR HOLIDAY TABLE FALL FLAT 🎄🎄
The Tablescape Workshop is out of the Vault
You’ve poured your heart into the menu, the baking, the perfect pie crust — but when it’s time to set the table, something falls flat. Let’s fix that. Inside my Holiday Tablescape Workshop, you’ll learn how to create a table that looks as cozy, polished, and special as the meal you just prepared — all for only $17.
Register for the Tablescape Workshop 🌟🌟
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Ever notice how some homes just look pulled together for the holidays — warm, cohesive, and beautiful — without looking overdone? Meanwhile, your bins of decorations are spilling onto the floor and somehow your tree ends up wearing every ornament you’ve ever owned.
You don’t need to be a designer (or have a designer’s budget) to create a home that feels elegant and festive. Inside this episode, I’m sharing 5 insider tricks for elevated holiday decorating — the kind that feels intentional, cozy, and classy. You’ll learn how to:
- Simplify your shelves and let your favorite pieces shine
- Create a cohesive color story with your décor
- Use warm, layered lighting for ambiance
- Mix quality materials and fresh greens for depth
- Choose statement pieces over cluttered collections
This episode is your permission slip to edit, not overstuff — and still end up with a stunning, designer-inspired home.
Need help pulling your holiday decorating plan together? Book a Decorating SOS Call and let’s create a plan that makes your home sparkle without the stress.
🎄🎄 DON'T LET YOUR HOLIDAY TABLE FALL FLAT 🎄🎄
The Tablescape Workshop is out of the Vault
You’ve spent hours — maybe even days — planning, shopping, and cooking for your holiday meal. Don’t let all that hard work end with a table that feels like an afterthought. This year, make your table as beautiful and welcoming as the food you’re serving. Learn how to style a stunning, functional holiday tablescape that truly wows — all for just $17.
Register for the Tablescape Workshop 🌟🌟
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Before the first bin of garland comes out of storage or a single Christmas candle gets lit, take a pause. Too often we rush into holiday decorating fueled by nostalgia, Pinterest, and a little panic. But what if this year, your holiday home could reflect how you want to feel instead of what you think you should do?
In today’s episode, I’m walking you through five ways to set your intention before decorating even begins. You’ll learn how to:
- Choose a feeling word that becomes your guiding filter for the season
- Set goals that align with that feeling (yes, even for your home!)
- Reflect on what worked last year and what didn’t
- Start with a clean, decluttered slate
- Plan your decorating with purpose so it feels simple and beautiful, not overwhelming
When your home aligns with your heart, every twinkle light feels more meaningful and every batch of cookies you make is done with calm instead of chaos.
Ready to start the season with clarity and calm? Book a Decorating SOS Call — we’ll create a step-by-step plan so your home feels intentional, inviting, and completely you.
🎄Decorating SOS Coaching Call
🎄🎄 DON'T LET YOUR HOLIDAY TABLE FALL FLAT 🎄🎄
The Tablescape Workshop is out of the Vault
You’ve poured your heart into the menu, the baking, the perfect pie crust — but when it’s time to set the table, something falls flat. Let’s fix that. Inside my Holiday Tablescape Workshop, you’ll learn how to create a table that looks as cozy, polished, and special as the meal you just prepared — all for only $17.
Register for the Tablescape Workshop 🌟🌟
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Do you love the moody, lived-in charm of industrial chic style — but live in a builder-grade home that feels anything but? In today’s episode, we’re breaking down how to bring that raw, elevated, effortlessly cool vibe into any space, no renovation (or exposed brick wall) required.
I’ll walk you through what defines industrial chic, the key materials and finishes that make the look work, and how to mix textures, metals, and tones so your home feels intentional — not cold or cluttered. Whether you’re renting, decorating on a budget, or just ready to add character to those cookie-cutter walls, this episode gives you the blueprint for doing it beautifully.
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Have you ever picked paint colors you loved in the store—only to regret the decision once they were on your walls? You’re not alone. In this behind-the-scenes coaching call, I’m helping Loraine work through her doubts after choosing aqua, pink, and deep peacock blue for her home. She’s now wondering: Did I make a mistake? Do I need to repaint everything to make it feel cohesive?
If you’ve ever questioned your color choices, worried you acted too quickly, or felt stuck with a palette that doesn’t quite flow, this episode will help you:
- Understand why certain colors feel “off” once they’re on the wall.
- Learn strategies to make existing colors work together.
- Decide whether repainting is necessary—or if you can fix the problem with simpler changes.
- Build confidence in creating a cohesive color palette that truly feels like home.
Whether you’re in the middle of a paint project or just starting to plan your color palette, this conversation will give you practical tools (and a lot of encouragement) to make your home feel pulled together without regret.
Ready to receive help in your home - getting the questions answered that you keep going to Google for. Book YOUR Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Happy Styling!
xo, dani
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We’ve all been there—buying a piece of furniture we thought we loved, only to realize it doesn’t fit the space, doesn’t match the rest of the room, or worse… it becomes an expensive regret...I call those BULLIES (or Decorating Dictators). Decorating mistakes don’t just cost money—they cost time, energy, and confidence.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 strategic ways to avoid costly decorating mistakes so you can decorate your home with clarity and ease. From sticking to your budget to understanding scale and weight, these tips will help you feel more confident the next time you shop for your home.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- Why honoring your budget keeps you from overspending or stalling out.
- How accurate measurements save you from frustrating returns and wasted money.
- The role of scale in making sure your furniture looks right in the room.
- Why the “weight” of an item matters for balance and flow.
- The most important key: learning your unique aesthetic so you can shop with confidence and skip the confusion, overwhelm, and frustration.
👉 Ready to unlock your personal aesthetic and decorate without second-guessing every decision? Watch my free training: www.bit.ly/ffdesignguide
By the end of this episode, you’ll have the tools to stop making costly mistakes and start creating a home you love—without wasting time or money.
Happy styling!
xo, dani
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Is your home ready for fall, but you’re tired of the same old pumpkins, scarecrows, and word art signs? 🍂 In this episode, I’m sharing six ways to bring fall into your home that feel fresh, cozy, and elevated—without blasting your rooms with orange and red.
You’ll learn:
- How to use ambient lighting to instantly shift the mood in your space
- The power of texture from floor to ceiling to add warmth and depth
- Why nature-inspired color palettes create timeless fall style
- Easy ways to include seasonal nods that whisper fall without feeling cheesy
- How scent can anchor your home in coziness
- My favorite bonus tip for finding inspiration in your own fall memories and experiences
By the end, you’ll have ideas you can put into action today to make your home feel warm, welcoming, and fall-ready—without relying on trendy décor that will be out by next year.
🍂🍂 Ready to make YOUR home feel cozy, no matter what time of year it is? Book your 1:1 Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
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What if decorating your home didn’t have to feel so hard? So time-consuming? So expensive?
Inside today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what really happens when you stop decorating alone and start using a proven shortcut. You’ll hear directly from a member of The Collective, my monthly decorating membership, who went from feeling “meh” about her home to finally loving it—and doing it with more confidence, less decision fatigue, and without wasting time or money.
Here’s what you’ll discover in this conversation:
- How knowing your design style is like lifting a weight off your shoulders
- Why confidence (not more Pinterest scrolling) is the secret to decorating momentum
- How the right support saves you time, money, and frustration
- The ripple effect a beautifully pulled-together home has on your family life
If you’ve been wondering whether The Collective is really worth the investment, this episode is proof that transformation is possible for you, too.
The doors to The Collective, close for the fall this Sunday, September 14th.
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See you inside The Collective, where there's always more room at the table!
xo,
dani
In today's episode I'm sharing the REAL reason why people are stuck in decorating their homes. They know they don't like it, but they don't really know how to move forward. That's where I come in.
I believe that the MOST IMPORTANT thing you need to do in order to confidently decorate your home on your own is to LEARN YOUR DESIGN STYLE. I call it your personal aesthetic. And there's a big difference between style and aesthetic.
I'm teaching you HOW to identify your aesthetic inside the FREE workshop that I'm hosting this week:
3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't STOP Gushing About
And I want you to learn it to. The workshop replays are available now through Sunday, September 14th. Want to watch them AND learn how to create a cohesive home? Email me at: hello@figandfarmathome to request the replays.
AND...if you want more training just like you'll get in the workshop OR you want to finally put an end to the madness of following everyone and trying to piece it all together...come and join The Collective - my monthly home decorating workshop where I teach you:
- how to learn your aesthetic
- how to create a cohesive home
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how to style your home like a pro
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how and where to shop on a budget (plus insider tips)
The membership has:
* a content library with a complete index so you can pick and choose what you want to learn
- 1 new lesson delivered monthly to reduce the overwhelm
- a monthly challenge that coincides with that lesson so you can APPLY what you've just learned
- a private FB community for support, accountability and to get your questions answered
- TWO LIVE q & a calls to get your questions answered (one evening, one morning)
And a team of people dedicated to help you see PROGRESS!!!! The progress is inspiring, delightful and, quite frankly, addicting!!!
Come and join the amazing group of women who are tired of living in homes they don't love and start creating one that you do...because until you know better you can't do better. I'm here to guide you on that journey!
Doors to The Collective CLOSE on Sunday, September 14th...so join now while they're open!
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Have you ever walked through Target or Home Goods in the fall and felt the tug to load up your cart with pumpkins, cozy throws, and autumn-scented candles—only to get home and realize nothing really works together?
You’re not alone.
One of the biggest mistakes women make when decorating for a new season is buying the latest home décor items before they know their design style. Without clarity, those seasonal finds end up feeling random, mismatched, and more like clutter than cozy. The truth is, no amount of fall pillows or faux pumpkins will make your home feel like you if you don’t first know what your style actually is.
In this episode, we’re diving into:
- Why impulse-buying seasonal décor can lead to decision fatigue, overwhelm and regret
- The common pain points women face when they want a beautiful home but don’t know where to start
- The shift that happens when your home finally reflects your unique style and feels warm, inviting, and cohesive year-round
Friend, you deserve more than a house full of “stuff.” You deserve a home that looks and feels like you—a space you can’t wait to come home to and are proud to invite others into.
That’s exactly why I created a free workshop: 3 Steps to Creating a Home You Can’t Stop Gushing About. Inside, you’ll learn how to identify your design style, the fundamentals that make decorating simple, and how to confidently create a home that feels intentional, cozy, and joy-filled.
👉 Register for the free workshop here: https://bit.ly/fall2025workshop
✨✨ ANNOUNCEMENT ✨✨
Join me for a 3 day FREE LIVE training: 3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't Stop Gushing About
September 9 - 11
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You'll learn:
✨ How to identify your design style
✨ The fundamentals of creating a cohesive looking home
✨ The basics of where to start in decorating your home
REGISTER at: https://bit.ly/fall2025workshop
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Have you ever looked around your home and thought, “Why doesn’t this feel like me?” Or maybe you’ve made decorating choices that cost more than you’d like to admit—only to regret them later. You’re not alone.
In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with a member of The Collective who has walked that very path. When she first started, her home felt disjointed, and every decision felt heavy, overwhelming, and expensive. But with the right tools, guidance, and clarity, everything shifted.
Now? She’s confidently making decorating decisions, creating a cohesive home she genuinely loves, and even getting compliments from friends and family when they walk through her door. The best part—she’s doing it all without blowing her budget or second-guessing every choice.
This conversation is proof that you don’t need a fancy designer or endless resources to create a home that feels both stylish and welcoming. You just need the right framework and a little support along the way.
If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of costly mistakes, overwhelm, or feeling like your home never quite comes together—this episode will inspire you to believe transformation is possible for you, too.
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September 9 - 11
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You'll learn:
✨ How to identify your design style
✨ The fundamentals of creating a cohesive looking home
✨ The basics of where to start in decorating your home
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Have you ever looked around your home and thought, “This room just feels…boring”? You know it has potential, but you’re not sure how to make it come alive with personality and warmth.
That’s exactly where my student Dee found herself with her den. Inside The Collective (my monthly decorating membership), she shared her desire to transform her plain space into one that feels extremely cozy and filled with character. In today’s episode, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at her Room Edit—a one-on-one coaching moment that will help you see how just a few strategic design moves can completely change the feel of a room.
You’ll hear how I guided Dee to:
- Color drench her den for instant coziness and drama.
- Layer in ambient lighting to create warmth and mood.
- Add built-in bookshelves styled with intention, giving her space personality and charm.
If you’ve ever wondered how to take your “blah” room and turn it into a space you love being in, this Room Edit will inspire you to look at your own home with fresh eyes.
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September 9 - 11
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You'll learn:
✨ How to identify your design style
✨ The fundamentals of creating a cohesive looking home
✨ The basics of where to start in decorating your home
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If you’ve ever opened Pinterest, typed “home decorating ideas,” and instantly felt overwhelmed (and maybe a little discouraged when you saw the price tags), you’re not alone. Finding decorating inspiration when you’re on a budget can feel like trying to shop champagne taste with a tap water wallet.
But here’s the good news: Inspiration is everywhere—and it doesn’t have to cost you a thing. In this episode, I’m sharing three unexpected places to find decorating inspiration that work perfectly for women who want a beautiful, cohesive home without overspending.
You’ll learn:
- How to spot design ideas in everyday places you already visit.
- A simple way to pull timeless colors and textures from nature.
- How to shop your own home to spark fresh ideas (without spending a dime).
Whether your style feels undefined, you’ve made a few costly mistakes, or you simply want your home to feel cozy, inviting, and “finished,” these tips will help you gather inspiration that feels personal, doable, and budget-friendly.
Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:
- Listen to Episode 195: How important is choosing a color palette to create flow throughout your home? It’s THIS important! → https://figandfarmathome.podbean.com/e/195/
- Listen to Episode 335: Design Harmony: How to use the 40:60 principle for stunning interiors → https://figandfarmathome.podbean.com/e/335/
- Join The Collective – my monthly decorating membership for women ready to learn the “how” behind creating a home they love → https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
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You'll learn:
✨ How to identify your design style
✨ The fundamentals of creating a cohesive looking home
✨ The basics of where to start in decorating your home
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We all have those “What was I thinking?!” moments when we look back at how we decorated our first home—and today I’m pulling back the curtain on mine. In this episode, I’m sharing the top 3 mistakes I made when I first started decorating—and how you can avoid falling into the same traps.
From ignoring the foundation of the space (hello, clashing wood tones) to rushing through the process without a plan, these missteps cost me time, money, and confidence. I’ll also be talking about something so many of us skip: decluttering before decorating—and how buying storage solutions too soon can actually make things worse.
If you're decorating your first home—or you feel like you're still trying to get it right even after years—this episode will help you pause, rethink, and decorate with purpose.
What you’ll learn:
✨ Why your floors and wood tones matter more than you think
✨ The cost of decorating without a plan or palette
✨ What to do before you buy baskets, bins, or organizers
This episode is for you if:
— You feel like your home still doesn’t feel “right”
— You’ve made purchases you regret
— You’re starting fresh and want to avoid costly mistakes
Grab your coffee and let’s talk real decorating lessons—so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and a plan.
✨✨ ANNOUNCEMENT ✨✨
Join me for a 3 day FREE LIVE training: 3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't Stop Gushing About
September 9 - 11
9am PT | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm ET
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You'll learn:
✨ How to identify your design style
✨ The fundamentals of creating a cohesive looking home
✨ The basics of where to start in decorating your home
REGISTER at: https://bit.ly/fall2025workshop
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Color Palette Episode: https://figandfarmathome.podbean.com/e/195/
If you’ve ever bought a new rug, throw pillows, or wall art—hoping it would finally pull your space together—only to find your home still feels “off,” this episode is for you.
Before you pick up that paintbrush or shop another sale, there’s a crucial step that often gets skipped: organizing.
In today’s episode, I’m talking with professional organizer, Nicole Gabai, about why organizing isn’t just about putting things in bins or hiding the mess—it’s about creating the foundation for a beautiful, functional, and cohesive home.
You’ll learn:
- Why decorating before organizing leads to frustration and wasted money
- How organizing helps you make smarter design decisions (and fewer mistakes)
- The surprising impact your “stuff” has on how your home feels
- Simple ways to start organizing today—without buying a single new thing
This is the first step toward the cozy, confident home you’re dreaming about. Let’s do it right—and let’s do it together.
✨ Ready for even more decorating confidence?
Join The Collective—my monthly membership where I teach you how to decorate your home step by step, with your style, your budget, and your life in mind. Get started here: https://figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
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Hey friend!
Ever wonder what it's really like to go from second-guessing every decorating choice to confidently creating a home you love? In this episode, you're getting a front-row seat to a real Decorating SOS coaching call with a client who’s doing just that.
We walk through the transformation that’s unfolding in her home—not just visually, but emotionally. From embracing a new design style to making confident choices in her dining room, this episode is packed with insight, encouragement, and real-life decision-making moments you can learn from.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in your own home decorating journey, this episode is for you.
What You’ll Learn: How to recognize when your old decorating style no longer serves you * What growing confidence actually looks like* in home design * How to begin making aligned decisions without second-guessing * Why decorating is more than just “stuff”—it’s about creating a space you delight in * Real examples of how a simple shift in perspective can change everything
Resources Mentioned:* Become a DESIGN BESTIE to unlock the BEST savings of the year: https://bit.ly/designbestie
* Or book your own Decorating SOS Coaching Call (without the savings): https://figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Get unstuck, make progress, and walk away with a clear plan for your space.
* Join the decorating community inside The Collective for weekly lessons, accountability, guided support, encouragement and inspiration: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Hey friend!
Facebook Marketplace can feel like the Wild West of home decorating—one minute you're spotting the perfect vintage mirror, and the next, you're knee-deep in listings for broken recliners and blurry photos of who-knows-what.
If you've ever felt overwhelmed, unsure, or like you're wasting time scrolling through clutter, this episode is for you.
Today I'm continuing with my Shop Small Summer Series and believe it or not, FB Marketplace is just that...with many sellers just cleaning out their closets, the rest are running small businesses. So today, I’m sharing 7 smart, practical strategies that will help you shop Facebook Marketplace with confidence and success—so you can score stylish, high-quality pieces without blowing your budget (or your patience).
In this episode, you’ll learn how to:
- Use SEO and keywords to make Marketplace work for you, not against you
- Cross-reference items with Google Lens to determine value and style
- Negotiate with kindness (yes, it actually works!)
- Set filters that save time and keep junk out of your feed
- Know your aesthetic anchors so you don’t waste money on the wrong vibe
- Avoid setting arbitrary price limits that block you from the good stuff
- Shop with purpose and patience—without the overwhelm
Whether you're hunting for a statement piece or hoping to furnish a room on a tight budget, these tips will help you shop like a pro and decorate with intention.
Want to decorate with confidence—whether you're shopping secondhand or not?Let’s take the guesswork out of the process:
- Book a Decorating SOS Call for personalized support
- Join The Collective for monthly lessons, coaching, and budget-friendly design tools that meet you right where you are
You don’t need to spend a fortune to love your home—you just need a strategy (and a little bit of patience). Hit play and let’s start treasure hunting!
Happy styling!
dani
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SUMMER SAVINGS EVENT: JULY 21 - 25
The Summer Savings Deal Week is happening JULY 21- 25 at fig & farm (at home)! Mark your calendar for this 5 day flash sale event!
Here's how it works:
1. Become a Design Bestie by getting on my email list. Subscribe at: https://bit.ly/designbestie
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The Deal Week preview catalog will be delivered to your email tomorrow, July 18
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Each day starting Monday, you will receive the DEAL OF THE DAY directly in your inbox at 5am PST.
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You'll get a full description of what the deal is and how it can help you decorate your home!
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You have 24 hours to snag the deal if you feel it's a good fit for you, your home, your goals, your budget!
(Deals come at all price points!)
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The following day at 5am, the old deal expires and the new one is introduced.
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Have any questions - email me at hello@figandfarmathome.com
See you at Deal Week!
dani
Hey friend!
On one of the biggest shopping days of the year, let’s take a different approach—one that supports small businesses, saves money, and adds soul to your space. In this episode of fig & farm (at home), I’m sharing my best tips for how to shop flea markets and vintage shows like a pro. Whether you're a first-time market-goer or a seasoned thrifter, you’ll learn practical, respectful, and budget-friendly strategies for scoring the best deals without sacrificing kindness or comfort.
From what to bring, how to negotiate like a human, and what not to say (please don’t call it junk!), this episode is your go-to guide for making the most of your flea market experience—and doing it in a way that uplifts the hardworking small business owners who make these markets magical.
What You’ll Learn: How to prep for flea market success (hint: comfy shoes + snacks = essential) * Smart negotiating tips that build relationships, not tension * Why kindness is your best bargaining tool * What to do before* you buy (and how to avoid buyer’s regret) * Flea market etiquette that vendors will love you for * A few “just don’ts” that will help you be the shopper everyone wants to sell to
Perfect For You If:* You love vintage finds with character * You’re decorating your home on a budget * You want to shop small, not big-box * You care about where your money goes * You’re ready to upgrade your flea market game with style and grace
Mentioned in This Episode:* Packing checklist for flea market days * Tips on mapping out your vendor visits * How to make cash work in your favor * Creative ways to get large items home
✨✨ DEAL WEEK IS COMING!!!! ✨✨July 21 - 25
Get on the list so you don't miss this twice yearly sale!
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Hey friend!
Let’s be honest—Amazon is fast. Target has everything. And when you’re juggling work, errands, dinner, and kids running in and out of the house all day, convenience feels like the biggest win.
But what if that convenience is quietly costing you more than just a few extra dollars?
In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 eye-opening reasons why shopping small is actually worth it—even for the busiest moms. We’re diving into the less obvious trade-offs of big box shopping and the surprising wins that come from supporting small businesses, whether they’re online boutiques, your favorite local shop downtown, or that one talented maker on Etsy.
You’ll learn how shopping small can:
- Save you time, stress, and design regret in the long run
- Bring more soul, uniqueness, and personality into your home
- Help you feel more connected to your space and your community
- Support real people (not just algorithms)
- Build relationships (without the use of chat bots)
This isn’t about guilt or giving up every two-day delivery—it’s about reframing the way we decorate so our homes tell the stories we want to tell.
If you’re ready to make small shifts that lead to a home that feels more like you—without breaking the bank—this episode is your invitation.
Ready to take the next step?Let’s work together to make your home feel intentional, beautiful, and uniquely yours—without the overwhelm.
→ Book a Decorating SOS Call
→ Join The Collective for monthly design help, style clarity, and budget-friendly ideas that actually work for your life.
You don’t need more stuff. You need more intention. And maybe just a little nudge in the right direction. Let’s get started.
Happy styling!
dani
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Hey friend!
Is your home still wearing its winter coat? If your space is feeling heavy, dark, or just a little “meh,” this episode is for you. Summer is the perfect time to refresh your home with small, simple changes that make a big impact—and you don’t need to buy all new decor or follow every design trend to do it.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing 10 easy summer decorating ideas that will help you lighten, brighten, and cozy up your home—without the overwhelm, the expense, or the decision fatigue.
From refreshing your textiles and rearranging what you already own, to decorating with fruit (yes, really!), these tips are fun, doable, and totally budget-friendly. If you’re a busy mama who wants a home that feels warm, stylish, and pulled together this season—start here.
What You’ll Learn:* How to instantly make your space feel lighter for summer * Free and low-cost decorating ideas using what you already have * The easiest way to bring the outdoors in—without buying new plants * Why editing your space might be more powerful than adding to it
Mentioned in this episode:
→ Want help pulling your space together this summer? Book a Decorating SOS Call and let’s work through your decorating challenges together: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
→ Join The Collective, my monthly decorating membership for women who want guidance, confidence, and community: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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Is your home starting to feel a little tired, stuck, or even… cheap? You’re not alone—and the good news is, it’s not about needing a full renovation or designer budget. It’s often just a few outdated elements holding you back from the cozy, stylish home you really want.
In this episode, we’re diving into six common decorating choices that could be unintentionally aging your space—and how to fix each one with simple, budget-friendly updates that work for real life.
Whether you’re staring at matching furniture sets you’ve had for decades, struggling to part with your beloved word art signs, or wondering why your home doesn’t feel “pulled together,” this episode will give you clear, actionable ideas to help you move forward—without the overwhelm.
You’ll learn:* What decorating choices make your home look outdated (without you realizing it) * The simple swaps that instantly refresh a tired space * Budget-friendly fixes you can do in a weekend * How to blend timeless style with your personality and what you already own
Mentioned in the Episode:* Outdated window treatments * Matchy-matchy furniture sets * Builder-grade lighting * Over-accessorizing * Old paint * Tired trends
This episode is for you if:* You’re a woman who is ready to love your home again * You’ve made decorating decisions over time but it still doesn’t “feel right” * You want a cohesive, cozy home—without wasting money on the wrong stuff * You feel stuck but you’re ready to take the next small step forward
Friend...are YOU ready for home decorating coaching? There are THREE ways to receive it.
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Enter the Giveaway...it's FREE! Write a review for the show, take a screenshot of that review and share it with me at hello@figandfarmathome.com and you are entered for 1 of 4 free coaching spots!!
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Book a 1:1 private coaching call - Decorating SOS
to receive home decorating advice and to make a plan for your home. Limited availability each month so BOOK NOW!
Happy styling!
dani
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Hey friend!
This little 'radio show' (you'll hear more about that on the podcast) is celebrating 4 years and that means I want to GIVE you something to celebrate!!
Please take a moment to leave the show a 5* review...doing so allows other women just like you to find the show!
Wondering how to leave a review? It's easy:
- Find fig & farm (at home) on Apple Podcast
- Click on the show
- Scroll about half way down
- Stop where you see a BIG number and click the 5 stars (thank you!)
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Underneath the BIG number, click on 'write a review' to tell me what you think, what you've learned, etc. Kindness appreciates kindness. :)
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Take a screenshot of the review and send it to me at hello@figandfarmathome.com or DM me on Instagram @figandfarm
Back to today's show...
You get to be a fly on the wall inside the LIVE q & a coaching call inside The Collective, my monthly home decorating membership.
Today, you'll hear from:
Nicole: who has slowly been transforming her home over the past 7 months. She wonders about art placement in her living room and hanging a plant above her ADORABLE console.
Michal: who wonders if a mirror she's been eyeing at Ballard Design (that's finally on sale) fits within her personal design style (aka aesthetic) and, if so, how to make it work in her foyer. Side note: her personal style is so sweet. We named it: southern modern!
Rosie: who is remodeling her family's cabin for future generations to enjoy. She's in the fun, but often confusing stage of making ALL THE DECISIONS. Fun when you have clarity, but overwhelming if you don't! You'll hear in the course of our 10 minute conversation how Rosie's overwhelm decreased dramatically just by getting her questions answered!
Friend...do YOU want coaching like this too? There are THREE ways to receive it.
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Enter the Giveaway...it's FREE! Write a review for the show, take a screenshot of that review and share it with me at hello@figandfarmathome.com and you are entered for 1 of 4 free coaching spots!!
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Book a 1:1 private coaching call - Decorating SOS
to receive home decorating advice and to make a plan for your home. Limited availability each month so BOOK NOW!
Happy styling!
dani
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Hi friend!
Are you tired of tripping over the pile of shoes or backpacks that inevitably pile up near the front door or spill out of the laundry room? Do you constantly get bogged down by the endless pile of papers that accumulate on your kitchen countertops? Do you wonder why you can't ever find the thing that you're certain you already owned?
It might not be a MESSY or an ORGANIZING problem...it might be a SYSTEM problem.
In today's episode I'm walking you through 5 simple steps for recognizing problem areas in your home that spill over into messiness and make you feel disorganized.
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Identify your high traffic zones. Those are usually the culprits for the cogs in the wheel - the messy or unorganized places.
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Disect the problem in that area. What's currently happening that isn't working.
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Identify HOW you want that space to function for you. How can it work harder for you and not you for it.
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Start making a plan for remediation - really thinking about what it is you need (or already have) in order to solve this problem.
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Execute!
Bonus tips are included for when motivation at this stage is now the cog in your execution wheel.
Do you want help making your space feel more functional AND beautiful? Book a Decorating SOS Call.
Happy organizing!
dani
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Decluttering episode mentioned in show: Ep. 338
Hey friend,
If you love the charm of traditional farmhouse style but crave something a little more elevated and fresh, farmcore might be exactly what your home needs. In this episode, I’m introducing you to a trending home decor style that blends the coziness of cottagecore (remember episode 15?) with the classic appeal of farmhouse design—creating a richer, more layered aesthetic that's as timeless as it is on-trend.
I’ll walk you through:
✨ What farmcore is and how it differs from traditional farmhouse decor
✨ Why it's not just another rustic trend
✨ How to confidently incorporate farmcore into your own home—even if you're decorating on a budget
Here’s how to bring farmcore into your space:
- Wall Treatments – Think shiplap (yes, it’s still in!), beadboard, and board and batten to add depth and visual interest.
- Layered Textures – Cozy it up with wallpaper, window treatments, throw pillows, blankets, and area rugs.
- Traditional Silhouettes – Choose quality furniture with classic lines like wingback chairs and rolled arms.
- Antique Pieces – Mix in vintage or antique furnishings for a curated, lived-in look.
- Rustic Elements – Raw woods, stoneware, and iron accents help ground the space.
- Natural Materials – Lean into wood, linen, cotton, and clay for an organic feel.
- Pattern Mixing – Don’t be afraid to pair florals with plaids or stripes—step outside the design box!
- Moody Earth Tones – Create a rich foundation with colors inspired by nature—think deep greens, browns, and terracotta.
Farmcore brings nostalgia and warmth with a modern, curated twist. You don’t have to live in the country to love this style—and you definitely don’t need a big budget.
xo,
dani
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Decorating your home shouldn’t feel like a guessing game.
But if you’re constantly second-guessing your choices, returning items, or wondering why this feels so hard when everyone else seems to make it look easy—you’re in the right place.
If you’re a REAL mom with a REAL budget and a REAL home who wants a cozy, beautiful, pulled-together home but feels overwhelmed and unsure where to begin, this episode is your personal roadmap.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a 10-step action plan to help you move from stuck to started—so you can finally decorate your home with confidence (and without wasting money or time).
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- How to identify your design style (in a way that actually makes sense)
- How to address your limitations—budget, time, space, or confidence—so they don’t hold you back
- Why making a mood board and a plan is your decorating BFF
- How a redecorating roadmap keeps you focused and out of decision fatigue
- The importance of pacing yourself (no, you don’t need to do it all in one weekend)
- Why installing pieces in phases creates clarity and prevents regret
- How to repeat your plan and stay on track with your vision and budget
- The power of stopping to revel, delight, and feel proud—yes, celebrate your wins!
- What to expect once your confidence grows (hint: you’ll want to keep going!)
- How to take everything you’ve learned and repeat it again and again throughout your home
xo,
dani
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Are you endlessly pinning, scrolling, and watching decorating videos—but your home still looks the same?
You're not alone. If you're a woman in your 40s, 50s, or 60s who wants a home that feels cozy and looks pulled together—but can’t seem to move past the overwhelm—you’re in the right place.
In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the real reasons you haven’t started decorating your home yet. Spoiler alert: it’s not because you’re lazy or bad at design.
You’ll learn:
- How to uncover your "why"—the deeper reason you crave a home that reflects you
- What your "why not" is—and how it’s secretly keeping you stuck
- Why consuming more content (Pinterest, Instagram, YouTube) isn’t the answer
- How to start taking action toward a home you love—without fear of making mistakes
This episode will help you go from feeling frozen by indecision to feeling clear, confident, and ready to create the cozy, cohesive home you’ve been dreaming about.
Ready to Stop Spinning Your Wheels and Start Decorating with Confidence?
You don’t have to keep doing this alone—scrolling, second-guessing, and starting over. If you’re finally ready to take real action toward a home that feels cozy, cohesive, and uniquely you, there are two simple ways to get started:
✨ Join The Collective – a warm, supportive monthly membership where you’ll get decorating guidance, group coaching, and step-by-step tools to help you make confident decisions without the overwhelm. You’ll finally have the support and structure to move forward—one room at a time. Join The Collective
📞 Need a quick win or a personal plan? Book a 1:1 Decorating SOS Call for targeted help with your space. Whether you’re stuck choosing paint colors, arranging furniture, or figuring out your style, this focused session will get you unstuck fast. Book a Decorating SOS Call
You don’t need more pins—you need a plan. Let’s make your home feel like home.
xo,
dani
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Hey friend!
Did you know that multiple studies have shown a direct correlation between a cluttered environment and elevated levels of cortisol — our body’s primary stress hormone? When our surroundings are messy or chaotic, our brain perceives it as “unfinished business,” which keeps us in a state of stress.
So even if you're not consciously thinking, "Ugh, this clutter is stressing me out," your body is. And it’s responding by keeping you in a low-grade stress mode — making it harder to focus, sleep, or even relax.
But let’s think beyond cortisol for a second.
Clutter also impacts:
- Your energy: It’s mentally draining.
- Your relationships: It can lead to arguments or embarrassment about inviting people over.
- Your productivity: Visual distractions make it harder to concentrate.
- Your confidence: A cluttered home can make you feel like you're "failing" at adulting — even though you're absolutely not.
You deserve to feel proud of your home — not overwhelmed by it.
Ready for help doing just that? Book a Decoarting SOS Coaching Call to take the first step (or four) toward creating a home you delight in!
Finish the rest of the conversation with Emily inside The Collective, my monthly home decorating membership!
Shhh!!! Want to know a SECRET? fig & farm (at home) is having a SALE!!!!
Sale extended due to tech gremlins eating the connection:
Sale through May 23, 2025
Get on the Secret Sale list to see the deals!!!
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Secret Sale: https://bit.ly/ffsecret2025
Connect with Emily:
Listen to the podcast: www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast
Join her FB group: www.tinyurl.com/momsovercomingoverwhelm
Get help decluttering: www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching
Happy styling!
dani
Hey friend!
Sometimes we are in different seasons of decorating. Sometimes we're in an active sprint - actively painting, re-tiling or choosing large pieces of furniture before a specific deadline. Other times we're at a much slower pace - absorbing information and gathering inspiration, while simultaneously making a plan.
But then there's the third place you could be in and if truth be told, this one is the one that stops most people from ever taking a step forward...and that's a place of stuckness.
There are many reasons why you might be stuck. Sometimes it's being so overwhelmed by choices that you fear making a poor one. Other times there's a feeling of frustration at not knowing where to start. No matter the reason - if I just described you, this episode is for you.
5 simple routines to follow when you're constantly stuck in the place of not knowing where to start or feeling like there's too much to do:
- The 10 minute edit:
Allowing yourself to see your home in a new perspective with less visual clutter can be a helpful starting place that allows you to see the potential.
- Snapshots of problem areas:
This may sound counter intuitive, but take a picture of an area in your home that you can't stand. Look at it through the lens for a fresh perspective and journal about what you see and why it's problematic.
- The ONE thing rule:
Focusing on one aligned step is much better than five rushed ones.
- Learn your style:
Always a top priority and the foundation for creating a home you love. Use Pinterest, Google or good old fashioned magazines to start recognizing common elements that you are attracted to.
- Make a plan:
Set your home goals then work backward, crafting small steps that will help you achieve those goals.
Shhh!!! Want to know a SECRET? fig & farm (at home) is having a SALE!!!!
Monday, May 5 - Sunday, May 11
Get on the Secret Sale list to see the deals!!!
https://bit.ly/ffsecret2025
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Secret Sale: https://bit.ly/ffsecret2025
Happy styling!
dani
Hey friend!
Do you ever wonder how to create a home that reflects you, looks cohesive and one that you're proud of? Want to know the secret? It all starts by learning your personal style, or aesthetic. It's the foundation and key to helping you:
- get out of overwhelm
- make confident decisions
- feeling less frustrated and confused
- save money while home decorating
Missed out on the Better Than Basics Bootcamp? Don't wait for the next one...learning your aesthetic and making a plan can start TODAY inside The Collective, my monthly membership that has group coaching or on a private 1:1 Decorating SOS call.
Once you unlock the power of your aesthetic, your home design goals are within reach!!
Enjoy today's sneak peek inside the Better Than Basics Bootcamp. You'll hear two women who took the hot seat - unpacking their asethetic so they could move on to creating a plan for finally finishing one room in their home. Want to be part of the next Better than Basics Bootcamp? Email me at hello@figandfarmathome.com to get on the waitlist.
Shhh!!! Want to know a SECRET? fig & farm (at home) is having a SALE!!!!
Monday, May 5 - Sunday, May 11
Get on the Secret Sale list to see the deals!!!
https://bit.ly/ffsecret2025
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Secret Sale: https://bit.ly/ffsecret2025
Happy styling!
dani
Hey friend!
Have you ever wondered how designers get scale and proportion 'just right?' Or you've thought - they were born with great spatial awareness so they must be innately good at seeing a room and feeling if it's 'off' or 'perfect.' The real design secret: it comes down to math!
In today's episode I'm sharing a bit of history about the ancient, from nature, math sequence that inspires many industries, home design included. The Fibonnaci Sequence is a sequence of numbers that when added together create perfect scale and proportion. When used in home decorating, that scale and proportion is the heart of making a room look cohesive, put together and aesthetically pleasing!
The ratio is SO IMPORTANT it is known in the design world as THE GOLDEN RATIO, thus making each 'rule' it applies to The Golden Rule of x (choosing an area rug, choosing a paint palette, choosing the correct size for a coffee table, etc). What is that ratio. 40:60.
Enjoy today's conversation where I share 5 rules that you can use this golden ratio for when decorating your home. And, when you're ready to have a bit of help transforming your home into one that you absolutely love...give me a call. Decorating SOS Calls are one hour via zoom conversations guiding you toward decision making with personalized action steps that help you reach your end goal. The best part? The recommendations use what you have, honor your budget and encourage your individual growth!
Schedule: Decorating SOS Coaching Call
LAST DAY TO REGISTER!!! Only a few spots left!!
Better Than Basics Bootcamp
April 29 - May 1
9am PST | 10 am MST | 11am CST | 12pm EST
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Learn how:
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to identify your design style
-
to recognize the elements of cohesive design (and how to remediate it when it's not)
-
know exactly where to start when you have a million ideas
-
create a mood board to visualize the end goal
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Better Than Basics Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/betterthanbasics
Happy styling!
dani
Hey friend!
Are you constantly overwhelmed by too many decorating decisions or frustrated by the amount of choices you have for any given thing:
pillows
artwork
throw blankets
paint
tile
You name it...there seems to be a million and one choices you can make, so how do you simplify? That's what we're talking about in today's episode.
5 ways you can simplify the sometimes overwhelming choices
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Know your design style
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Audit your room and its function
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Declutter what you don't need
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Set your goals, not your budget
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Create an action plan
Better Than Basics Bootcamp
April 29 - May 1
9am PST | 10 am MST | 11am CST | 12pm EST
......................................
Learn how:
-
to identify your design style
-
to recognize the elements of cohesive design (and how to remediate it when it's not)
-
know exactly where to start when you have a million ideas
-
create a mood board to visualize the end goal
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Happy styling!
dani
Hey friend!
Are you oozing with ideas and overloaded by inspiration for your home, but you lack the time to implement and execute? The truth is - we all have the same 24 hours in a day. The other truth is - we, as busy mamas, juggle a lot and hold so many plates and wear so many hats on any given day it should be illegal. So how do we carve out any significant amount of time into our already busy schedules to make room for things that could seem rather insignificant?
We make room! We make space! We talk to time management coaches who can give us tactical strategies to try so we can reach the goals we have for our homes, no matter how big or small.
In today's episode, I'm talking with time management coach and host of The Busy Vibrant Mama podcast, Michelle Byrd. She's teaching us ways to find more time when we are bombarded with all of the to-dos holding us back.
So, friend, start planning that project and gathering those supplies because you'll be as inspired as I was to make space for the home things that matter to you!
Better Than Basics Bootcamp
April 29 - May 1
9am PST | 10 am MST | 11am CST | 12pm EST
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Learn how:
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to identify your design style
-
to recognize the elements of cohesive design (and how to remediate it when it's not)
-
know exactly where to start when you have a million ideas
-
create a mood board to visualize the end goal
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Connect with Michelle: https://byrdmichelle.com
Happy styling!
dani
Hey friend!
Are you sick and tired of stuff making the decisions around your home?
"Where should we eat dinner?" (says STUFF all over the dining table)
"No space here to play the game." (says STUFF all over the coffee table)
"Spend more money on groceries." (says STUFF that engulfed all your grocery coupons and now you can't find them)
STUFF rules the day in too many ways and it's time to take your homes back - creating spaces that function the way you want them to function so you can live the way you want to live.
In today's episode I'm answering Ann's question who wants to know simple ways to declutter because she's ready to a) live more simply b) create a home that's charming and decluttered homes aren't charming and c) invest more in her space so she can love it...and she hates the overwhelm and clutter.
Are you suffering from decluttering overwhelm too?
3 EASY TIPS TO REDUCE THE OVERWHELMING TASK OF DECLUTTERING
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Know your WHY! Stay connected to the goal at the end of the hard chore. Writing down your why and keeping it visible will help you get through the slog when it gets tough.
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Start small: Small can mean amount of time, room size or container within a larger room (ie. the room = kitchen, starting with the smallest container - a drawer and moving up in size with each successfully decluttered drawer, then cupboard, etc.).
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Game-ify the task: Give yourself a reward for a completed task. Give yourself a goal. Set your goals in alignment with the calendar dates (ie. April 1 - declutter 1 item, April 10 - declutter 10 items, April 28 - 28 items...by the end of a 31 day month you'll have decluttered 496 items).
Better Than Basics Bootcamp
April 29 - May 1
9am PST | 10 am MST | 11am CST | 12pm EST
......................................
Learn how:
-
to identify your design style
-
to recognize the elements of cohesive design (and how to remediate it when it's not)
-
know exactly where to start when you have a million ideas
-
create a mood board to visualize the end goal
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Happy styling!
dani
Hey friend!
I love Amazon just as much as the next guy, but sometime the "I want it yesterday" mentality can distract us from the goals we have for decorating a more cohesive, unified looking home.
In today's episode I'm teaching you about the concept of SLOW DECORATING - what it is, why it's beneficial and how to do it. HINT...if you haven't yet registered for the Better Than Basics Bootcamp and you are wanting to decorate with intention in your home, you're going to want to save your seat before they fill up. You register at: Better Than Basics Bootcamp
What is slow decorating: mindfully choosing items for your home instead of the quick push to finish a room fast.
What are the benefits: less pressure, more time for budgeting, trend-proof styling and the ability to embrace different 'styles' because you are in more alignment with your personal aesthetic.
How to decorate slowly: know your aesthetic, how your room needs to function and the ways your home is looking or lacking cohesiveness (I teach all of this in the Better Than Basics Bootcamp); know where your products are being made and the quality; honoring your budget by making intentional choices; shop local, handmade, flea markets, antique stores; be prepared to be surprised.
Better Than Basics Bootcamp
April 29 - May 1
9am PST | 10 am MST | 11am CST | 12pm EST
......................................
Learn how:
-
to identify your design style
-
to recognize the elements of cohesive design (and how to remediate it when it's not)
-
know exactly where to start when you have a million ideas
-
create a mood board to visualize the end goal
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Happy styling!
dani
Hey friend!
Do you ever wonder which items you should splurge on (and which to save) when you're decorating or furnishing your home? This common question is something we're talking about in today's epsiode.
What home decorating items should I splurge on and which should I save money on?
Saving and splurging is all based off of personal finances, priorities, need, design style/personal preference, but how I base my decisions currently, in this season of life...
The four items I would SPLURGE on:
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Anchor pieces: These are the pieces that are too costly to replace every couple of years. They generally need to stand the test of time so having higher quality (= higher price point) can be beneficial.
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Electrical: Unless I felt confident changing out my own overhead light fixtures or hiding cords, I would without a doubt splurge on this expense. Changing your overhead light fixtures is a relatively inexpensive way to add A LOT of character and personality to your home.
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Hiring for built-ins: Built-ins, when done well, instantly elevate your home making it look more finished with character and charm. If building something is not within your wheelhouse, this is an expense worth splurging on!
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Updating foundational pieces: I am not referring to the foundation of your building/home. But I am referring to the foundation of your cohesive design plan and there are two foundational items within your homes that SHOULD be paid attention to: your floors and your walls. If one of those is 'off' it will likely throw off you entire design. Because it's that important, choices you bring in should be filtered through the lense of "Does this work with my foundation - floors/walls." If the flooring is disjointed, saving and investing there will reap BIG design rewards (and re-sale too!).
Need help knowing what to save or splurge on? Join The Collective, my monthly membership or book a 1:1 private coaching call to get your design questions answered and design advice for reaching your home goals.
Better Than Basics Bootcamp
April 29 - May 1
9am PST | 10 am MST | 11am CST | 12pm EST
......................................
Learn how:
-
to identify your design style
-
to recognize the elements of cohesive design (and how to remediate it when it's not)
-
know exactly where to start when you have a million ideas
-
create a mood board to visualize the end goal
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Happy styling!
dani
Hey friend!
Have you ever wondered what it's like to take a peek behind the scenes - getting a sneak peek of how things run or a closer look at the inner workings?
That's what today's podcast is about. You are getting a sneak peek at what group coaching looks like inside The Collective! The women I meet with monthly are amazing, inspiring and ACTION takers! It's been so much fun to watch the progress unfold these past six months. It's not fast action, but it's intentional action. It's action aligned with their personal styles, stories and goals for having homes they delight in!
Today's questions are all as different as the homes they come from:
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Jenny asks which bench to put inside her entryway, but might be surprised to learn that what I recommend is actually a small entry table.
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Nicole is in desperate need of a paint job and wonders which shade of white to choose and notices how each swatch of paint is pulling a different undertone.
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Dee is curious why I am recommending a curved mirror for her entry way table and the concept of contrast and soft lines is introduced.
Even if the question isn't from them specifically, there's learning opportunities available!
Would you like to make progress on your home too? Join us inside The Collective, where there's always more room at the table!
Better Than Basics Bootcamp
April 29 - May 1
9am PST | 10 am MST | 11am CST | 12pm EST
......................................
Learn how:
-
to identify your design style
-
to recognize the elements of cohesive design (and how to remediate it when it's not)
-
know exactly where to start when you have a million ideas
-
create a mood board to visualize the end goal
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Happy styling!
dani
Hey friend!
So you're ready for a little update or refreshing your space and you don't have a large budget? Using what you already have is easier than you might think, but knowing how to use it can require a bit of imagination.
In today's episode I'm sharing my 5 Rs - a strategy I use when I'm ready for a fresh new look in my home that doesn't require an expensive bill or putting items on credit.
5 Rs or updating or refreshing your home deocr
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Reimagine: Getting yourself into a posture of creativity will help you to see potential changes that you may not have seen before.
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Rearrange: There are NO rules that say where you have your furniture today is where it needs to be shackled for the next fifteen years. Move it around, experiment, play, have fun!
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Remove & Replace: Basically - shop the house. Try furniture or small accessories in different rooms. Swap out lamps, side tables, textiles in order to refresh another space. And goodness...check your cupboards and storage for forgotten treasures.
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Rethink: If you have only look at a dresser and say that dresser can only do ONE job...think again! Rethink its purpose (and beauty) by thinking about how it can function in a different space for a different purpose. Example: a lowboy dresser being used as a sideboard in the dining room. Guaranteed, no one else in the neighborhood will be using the same one.
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Repair: If you have something that you love that feels beyond repair...think again. Fix it, zhuzh it - paint, stain, new knobs, legs, pole wrap, caning, lighting, wallpaper backing...if you can think it, you can do it.
Better Than Basics Bootcamp
April 29 - May 1
9am PST | 10 am MST | 11am CST | 12pm EST
......................................
Learn how:
-
to identify your design style
-
to recognize the elements of cohesive design (and how to remediate it when it's not)
-
know exactly where to start when you have a million ideas
-
create a mood board to visualize the end goal
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Happy styling!
dani
Hey friend!
You've heard the phrases:
"Home is where the heart is."
"There's no place like home."
"Home is a feeling."
TRUE...all of that. But home has a backdrop, a landscape to the heart and home definitely has a feeling. How you feel about your home is shrouded in every memory - those that provoke laughter or tears. If you don't like the backdrop to those memories: frustration, overwhelm, disarray, disorganization, chaos, clutter...as the illustrator of your home's canvas - YOU HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE IT!
Simply put...home matters. It should be:
* a respite at the end of a long day
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a shelter from the literal and figurative storms
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a comfort when returning from long times away
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an invitation to relax and restore
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a place for you to feel inspired and delighted
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a scared space for all the memories that make up the landscape of your legacy
So...how do you feel about your home? How are you treating it? Are you ready to take action and turn it into a place where you delight?
Better Than Basics Bootcamp
April 29 - May 1
9am PST | 10 am MST | 11am CST | 12pm EST
......................................
Learn how:
-
to identify your design style
-
to recognize the elements of cohesive design (and how to remediate it when it's not)
-
know exactly where to start when you have a million ideas
-
create a mood board to visualize the end goal
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Happy styling!
dani
Hey friend!
Listener, Gabrielle, wrote in about her dining room. She loves everything about it except her dining table, chairs and area rug. She's feeling lost and confused with which decisions she should make to ensure her room is cohesive. And the best part? She included pictures!!! If you'd like to see this beautiful dining room along with the advice I'm sharing here, join us inside The Collective where you receive:
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weekly video lessons
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monthly LIVE q & a sessions
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monthly Room Edits
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Bonus podcast episodes and guest teachers
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discounts on Decorating SOS coaching calls
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scheduling priority for all 1:1 help
JOIN: The Collective
Do you have a Dear Dani question that you want featured on the show? Email me at: hello@figandfarmathome.com
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Happy styling!
dani
Hey friend!
Do you ever wish you had a home that was a little more organized? Wonder where to start when it all feels so overwhelming? And is there really such a thing as combining function AND beauty?
In today's podcast, I'm sitting down with declutter coach and professional home organizer, Kristina Borseti to talk all things home organizing. Practical tips, knowing where to start and giving yourself some grace is at the heart of the conversation.
Ready to have a home that is functional AND beautiful? Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call to create a plan that takes you from Pinterest pinning into action - with a step by step plan so you know where to start, what to prioritize and how to reach the goals you have for your home.
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Connect with Kristina:
Organized On Purpose podcast
Decluttering & Organizing Made Easy Facebook group
Happy styling!
dani
Hey friend!
Have you ever wondered what what REALLY goes into having a well styled home - like all those pretty pictures you see on Instagram or Pinterest?
Yes...cohesiveness matters.
Yes...being in tune with your design style is important.
Yes...finding and buying the right things can pull a room together.
What's really at the heart of a well styled home? These 5 elements:
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Proportion/scale/balance: Not too big, not too small. Things that fit and fit appropriately from ground up, wall inward.
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Textured lighting: Forget the overhead lighting and opt for layered lighting - table lamps and floor lamps that work harmoniously to cast a cozy glow.
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Layers & texture: intentionality in home design is ensconced in all the layers!
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Repetition: the goldilocks rule applies here. Not too much repetition and not too little - just enough. The more subtle the repetition of design elements the better!
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Negative space: even artists and photographers employ the idea of having negative space in their compositions. The same is true in our homes. Negative space allows your home to shine with all of the intentional decisions you've made.
Join THE COLLECTIVE
Have a question YOU want answered on the show? Send me an email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Hey friend!
A few years ago when the world shut down, Cottagecore took the decorating world by storm. Cottagecore is a decorating style, yes, but it's more of a lifestyle defined by the idea of slowing down and living more sustainably with a big nod toward nostalgia. Though the foundation of what defines Cottagecore hasn't changed, some of the nuances have. In today's episode I'm reacquainting you with the fundamentals of Cottagecore and what you can expect in the style as it has evolved over time. I also share 10 ways you can bring Cottagecore into your home if you're wanting to try the style...it's a fun one!!!
How to hang wallpaper: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/post/ready-to-try-wallpaper
FREE plant guide: https://bit.ly/ffhomeplants
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
Happy styling!
dani
Hey friend!
Do you have a BIG wall in your home that you wonder how to fill? Does creating a gallery wall feel intimidating for you and you don't know where to start OR what would look best? THIS episode is for you!!
Listener Janet wrote in with a question: she has a large wall in her dining room that she wants to put a gallery wall on, but she's afraid it will look TOO chaotic. She wonders what styling tips are for creating a gallery wall that looks elevated,not chaotic!!
Other listeners, however, may not like the rigidity of having grid-like art displays and want gallery walls that look a bit more fluid and organic.
Listen in on today's podcast to hear how you determine which style is best for you and what strategies you need to consider in order to keep your gallery wall (which ever style you choose) cohesive.
WANT TO SEE WHAT I'M TALKING ABOUT?
Join The Collective, a monthly membership that gives you weekly video lessons, LIVE q & a sessions, complimentary Room Edits and hand holding along the way so you can create homes that you LOVE coming home to!
Join THE COLLECTIVE
Have a question YOU want answered on the show? Send me an email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Hey friend!
Have you ever thought about making a change to your home, but worried it could be a trend on its way out? In today's coaching call with Erika, she was contemplating adding a textural wood treatment to her home. Through our conversation she learned that the specific treatment she wanted to add is a trend that has one foot out the door. Although still relatively popular, designers aren't seeing it as a timeless design. Time to change plans.
Throughout our conversation we talked about:
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adding color
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creating a gallery wall
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updating her curtains
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re-sizing her area rug
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bringing in elements to warm up her living room, making it feel cozy and inviting
Are you wanting help in your own home, but don't know if a
Decorating SOS call is right for you?
Ask yourself these questions:
1. Do you have a clear end goal in mind?
2. Do you know the steps you should take in order to meet that end goal?
3. Do you have a clear understanding of what your decorating style is?
4. Does your partner (if you share a home) act as a good sounding board for decorating decisions?
If you answered NO to any of these questions, a Decorating SOS call could be worth the investment.
Book a : Decorating SOS Coaching Call
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Hey friend!
While watching home decorating shows, have you ever noticed designers mention design decisions that are instant no-nos, faux pas or pet peeves? It happens in every industry, including home decorating. So...what are they so you can be sure to NOT do them?
In today's episode, I'm answering listener Eleanor's question who has noticed design no-nos that she wants to avoid in her own home. She's asking for a list so she can be sure to avoid them all. So if you're wondering which rules are important and which ones shouldn't be broken, listen up...this episode is for you!
10 decorating pet-peeves of home designers (aka 10 mistakes you should avoid in home decorating):
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Too small, non-existant or floating area rugs.
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Pushing furniture against the walls.
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Cluttered surfaces. Too many smalls rather than fewer, larger piecess.
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Capri curtains.
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Ignoring scale and proportion.
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Overhead lighting instead of layered lighting.
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Matchy-matchy furntiure sets.
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Too thematic rather than alluding to farmhouse, beach cottage, etc.
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Ignoring the entry way or front porch.
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TV as the focal point or shrine in the room.
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Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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Hey friend!
Last week I shared WHERE I shop, today...I'm sharing HOW I shop. I'm just like you - living on a budget trying to make my pennies stretch from month to month, while being fiscally responsible! Doing so doesn't mean that I solely rely on shopping second hand, though if you've been around for a while, you know that is one of my favorite strategies for curating my home on a budget!!
My top 5 tips for HOW to shop on a budget:
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Shop the sales. This may seem obvious, but I'm talking the bigger sales - the holiday sales, the yearly or bi-yearly sales that are brand or store specific.
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Use a cash back app. One of my favorites. Check your credit cards and stores you already buy from. Shop at Target? They have a cash back app!
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Buy second hand. Not only does this allow you to save money, but when done in conjunction with truly knowing your aesthetic, allows you to be specific with items that match your style!!!
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Price matching. Does your favorite home decor store offer price matching? Check. I know Target does - even with online prices from their own stores.
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Don't buy everything at once. Not only will you spend more money than you need, but you'll likely have a home that looks like it's been decorated from a Target museum, lacking the curation that happens over a period of time.
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xo,
dani
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Episode 259: How to score the good stuff on FB marketplace
Hey friend!
If you're only using Pinterest to pin pretty pictures, you may as well STOP using it. Using Pinterest as an effective tool in home decorating is more than being able to recognize a beautiful interior landscape.
And if you're NOT using Pinterest because you don't want to be on social media...I have news for you. Pinterest isn't social media - it's a search engine...just like Google.
Using Pinterst effectively and strategically for home decorating starts with understanding HOW to use it besides earmarking beautiful photos. Instead try these ideas:
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Use it for inspiration! Check...you got this. You're likely already an expert. :)
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Use it to learn the details of your design style.
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Use it as a resource for learning more: location of sourced items, tutorials, etc. Pinterest is designed to get you OFF the site (unlike social media where it's designed to keep you scrolling). The goal...give you an idea then the direct link to learn more about it.
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Use it to shop and for brand awareness.
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Use it to refine your search terms.
How NOT to use Pinterest:
Do NOT use it to copy & paste. BIG no-no as this is the number one way you can make your home look opposite of cohesive.
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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Hey friend!
Do you ever wonder where you should be shopping for cute budget friendly home decor? So was Rosmarie. In today's episode she asks:
"Dear Dani,
I'm curious...where are YOUR favorite places to shop? Are all stores/sites created equal? What I mean: sometimes I wonder if I should focus my attention on some items at some stores and while avoiding other items. Does that make sense?"
It ABSOLUTELY does make sense. To craft a well-curated home, only shopping at one place would be putting your design style in a box, but you are much more storied and nuanced than that and your home should reflect it!
In this episode I'm sharing 5 items and WHERE I shop for them. Do I shop at box stores? Sure, but only for certain items. Do I shop at boutiques? Yup...again for certain items. Listen in for the run down of where I shop and what I shop for.
The five items I cover:
1. Home decor items (likely THE MOST IMPORTANT for creating nuance in your design)
- Artwork
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Textiles: pillows and throw blankets (sneak peek: I DON'T shop for these at the same place)
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Small furniture
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Large (or statement) furniture
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Bonus: area rugs (sneak peek: it's more about the brand than the location)
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Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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Hey friend!
How do you feel about excuses?!
Sometimes I think of excuses as trying to make one feel better about their lack of confidence or understanding - maybe a little bit of misinformation.
In my line of work I hear excuses all the time. Sometimes it's purely based in the excitement of finally making a breakthrough, but their excitement went before their intentional planning.
I could list all of the ways I hear excuses during a project, but the ones that are most profound (maybe even a bit sad) are the ones that explain why someone doesn't want to invest in the way their home looks. Invest, here, does not equal a monetary exchange. Invest could be time related, learning related, decision making related...basically, thinking they, their families or their homes deserve any TLC or attention.
These are the five most common excuses I hear re: why someone does not want to invest in their home:
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It costs too much
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Fear of making mistakes
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Overwhelmed by so many choices
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They have animals or kids, so they can't have nice things
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They are just really bad at it and can't learn
In today's episode, I'm sharing why these 5 excuses are just that...excuses.
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Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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Hey friend!
Are you wanting to elevate the look of your home without breaking the bank like listener Gabby? She sent in a question asking for my best tips to do just that - and I had a hard time stopping. These 5 tips are just the top of the iceberg when wanting to change your space for the better - giving it a little glow up.
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Declutter: Really...if you stopped here, you'd have the potential to elevate your home considerably.
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Freshen up worn pieces: Giving tired pieces a little extra TLC - a fresh coat of paint or stain will go liven your home.
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Check your color palette: Do you have an intentional color palette with one foundational color and a couple of accent colors? Are those colors flowing throughout your open concept home? If not...this is a great place to start.
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Check the scale and proportion of your items: If things look too small, too big, too full, too short, too wide - it could be throwing off the balance of your room. Adjusting the scale of items that are mis-proportioned is a big step toward elevating your home.
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Repetition of design elements: Know the difference between repetition and too much of a good thing. Repeating design elements like color, metals, wood tones, etc. ties your room together making it look cohesive.
Cohesiveness is at the core of having an elevated looking home.
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Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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Hey friend!
Have you ever wondered how to make oversized sectionals an intentional part of a room's design or are they always destined to ruin the aesthetic of the room?
In today's episode I'm chatting with Kristen, the owner of a large black (very cozy looking) sectional. The sectional, however, takes up considerable space within her room and although black makes sense, she also has a white armchair in the same room. With two contrasting colors the question became - how do you make the room look cohesive without starting over from scratch and spending a fortune on another sofa?
You'll hear the answer to that question as well as many others inside this sneak peek of a Decorating SOS coaching call.
Are you ready to book YOUR Decorating SOS Coaching Call? You'd hire a tutor in math if you needed help...why not for home decorating? Book your Decorating SOS Coaching Call
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Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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Hey friend!
I get it...when you think you stink at something, it's not super motivating to keep doing it. Right? But learning how to decorate your home is just that - it's a learned skill. Similar to riding a bike, tying your shoes, or baking a cake - you weren't born knowing how to do it, so why should you expect home decorating to be any different?
Inside this episode I'm responding to Tracy's Dear Dani letter - trying to bolster her decorating confidence after years of feeling unsuccessful (and now stuck) in the way her home looks and feels. She's wanting a change, but feels a bit scared to give it another go.
5 Tips for building your home decorating confidence
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Start small: Start with low risk changes rather than expensive (both in time and money) changes that might not work out. Shop the house, rearrange the furniture, get rid of things are all great examples of starting small.
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Practice with a test run: If you're contemplating change, try mimicking that change and practicing the look before committing any money to it. Listen to the podcast for an example.
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See it before you decide: Before you buy anything, try taking a screenshot of it and placing it on a word doc so you can see how the items look all together. Once you like it, then try it.
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Progress over perfection: Just like learning any new skill, it's about the progress rather than perfection. You will make mistakes - like anyone learning a new skill, but using some of the tips will help you practice you home decorating muscles so you begin limiting the amount of mistakes you are making. The end goal - to love your home better than you do today. That happens with progress over time rather than perfection.
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Hold on to Rules loosely: Let the rules be a companion in decision making ONLY if they are helpful. Not sure what size of curtains to get? Find the rules and let those inform your decision making.
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Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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Hey friend,
If I invited you to take a peek inside my pantry or my closet, you'd likely get the impression that I'm highly organized. But I have a secret...my digital space is a DISASTER. It's disorganized at best, but chaotic, frustrating, overwhelming and never ending at worst. The "I'll get to it someday" approach isn't making it any better.
My guest in this episode, Shawn Lemon, can not only relate, but can patiently teach me better. As founder of The Digital Organizer, he's been teaching thousands of people for years how to make sense of this digital world, that by all accounts, is going nowhere but more cluttered unless we can make some sense of it.
If you struggle with your digital organization like I do, or want a few tips to round out what you already know, you're going to LOVE today's conversation. Shawn holds nothing back and as I asked question after question to get you the most helpful information possible...my hand got tired from taking so many notes.
Want to learn more from Shawn, or better yet, hire him to give you a hand, you can reach him here:
Website: https://thedigitalorganizer.com
Connect with him on Instagram: @thedigitalorganizer
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YOU'RE INVITED!!!!
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Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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Hey friend!
Have you ever wondered what it is about some homes that make them look so classic and timeless, but wonder how to do the same in your own home? I've got you covered in this episode as I'm sharing 10 tips for having a more classic, timeless design in your home decorating.
But let me tell you a little secret - it's all about intentionality. From the color palette to the metal choices, to the way things are built, to live plants vs fake plants...all of this and more help drive the classic, timeless design.
And if it all sounds intimidating, rest assured that it actually is NOT. Learning how to be an intentional decision maker starts with knowing your personal design style, your signature style, your aesthetic - what ever you want to call it - these are the miniscule design elements that you gravitate to over and over. Once you know THAT, you have the fundamentals of creating a cohesive home. A cohesive home is the core principle for a timeless, classic look.
Ready to learn more? Join me inside The Collective, where I share short weekly video lessons just like this (with visuals included) and where we gather monthly in a LIVE q & a session to answer all your questions.
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Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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Hey friend!
If the design advice is to move the furniture off the wall, what do you do next? Have you found yourself wondering how to arrange your furniture so it looks cozy and inviting, but get stuck after you move your couch three inches?
If that's you, you're in luck because this episode breaks down the five things you should think about when arranging living room furniture and it even addresses tricky rooms like non-rectangular and really long rectangular.
5 things to consider while arranging furniture:
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Functionality of your room
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Focal point as an anchor
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Scale to keep things proportional to each other
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Guidelines to follow
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How to approach the room arranging
After listening to this episode you find yourself thinking it would be really nice to have a visual...come and join The Collective, my membership that teaches short weekly lessons via video - concepts like this one where a visual is helpful for really understanding.
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Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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Hey friend!
Do you wish you had the nerve to be a little more bold in your home decor? Why is it so hard to take a risk when the risk-reward ratio isn't too disparaging?
Listener Katie is really nervous about being bold in her decor and that's what we're talking about inside today's episode. I'm sharing 5 tips to help ease her comfort level and these tips, no matter how bold you want to go, will be helpful for you as you continue building your decorating confidence.
5 Tips for Going Bold
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Know what BOLD means to you: Write it down, define it and better yet...
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Find an INSPIRATION PHOTO: Use this as a guide or reference, NOT as a map for copying.
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Define your COLOR PALETTE: Your current foundational color might not support your definition of bold. Be prepared to change that first if need be.
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Start SMALL: Small could mean one item. It could also mean one room that has doors you can close. Either way, when you're nervous about big change, starting small is comfortable - like tiptoeing into the water instead of diving into the deep end head first.
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EXPERIMENT, PLAY, HAVE FUN: It's ok to experiment, this is your house after all. But if makes you feel more comfortable- know your exit strategy for the bold decision in case you don't like it.
In this episode I also answered Carrie's question re: The Collective. She was worried about The Collective being hosted on FB as she doesn't have (nor want) to be on social media.
Facts about The Collective:
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It's hosted on a site called Thrive. Thrive is not social media, but rather a course hosting platform.
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All LIVE q & a sessions and workshops are hosted on Zoom. The replays of those sessions then live in The Collective's hub (think of it like a library) on Thrive.
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There is an optional student community on FB, where students of The Collective and Home Design 101 can answer each other's questions, post pictures of their progress, etc, but ALL Collective content, announcements, trainings, etc. live on the Thrive platform.
Happy Styling!!
dani
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Hey friend!
Have you ever wondered how important pillows are to the overall styling of your home? If you haven't, you SHOULD because pillows alone can complete the look of your room, make your home feel more or less inviting and can generally speaking, make your home decor look flat or elevated.
A lot of power is held in a 20 x 20 rectangle!
In today's episode, you are getting to be a fly on the wall inside a LIVE coaching session inside of my monthly membership, The Collective, as I chat with the members about all things pillows:
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How many pillows should you have on a couch?
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What type of fill is best?
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How do you mix patterns?
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Where do you place lumbars?
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Do you match pillows from couch to loveseat?
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What do you do with sectionals?
AND MORE...
As a fly on the wall, you won't see the visuals I have created to answer these questions. Want to? Join The Collective here.
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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Hey friend!
Have you ever met someone who always seems to find the good stuff thrifting - while you walk away only having found the thrift store throw aways? Let me tell you a little secret...it's not the location, it's HOW you're thrifting. If you are wanting to find 'the good stuff' but constantly feel at a loss for how to do it, you need to listen in on today's episode. I'm sharing my top 10 tips for how to thrift with CONSISTENT success.
Grab a notebook and pen or better yet - pop in your earbuds and head to your favorite thrift store so you can practice, because one of my all time favorite tips is to do just that...PRACTICE (aka 'go often').
Enjoy the show, then share a pic of your favorite thrift store find in our free Facebook group!
Happy thrifting!
xo,
dani
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Hey friend!
It's here - the most anticipated episode all year. The What's Hot & What's Not in home design in 2025. This year I gathered my insight from Better Homes and Garden, House Beautiful, Southern Living and Elle Decor. Surprisingly this year, more than any other years, most of these lists were in alignment and agreement with each other - not many outliers.
Of course, I added my personal opinion about some of them, where others I was in complete agreement and even some where I was in disagreement. :)
Trend or not, recommended design choices by fancy-pants designers or not, the ultimate goal here is for you to LOVE YOUR HOME. To release any expectations that your homes should be Pinterset perfect or Instagram worthy. Your home should be a reflection of you and if that means you put carpet into your bathroom because you love the way if feels on your feet when you step out of the bath (you'll have to listen to the episode to know WHY in 2025 I'm talking about carpeted bathrooms), if it makes you happy - it's OK. ;)
Joking aside, I know that making decisions in your home is a big deal. It's frustrating, laborious and connected to a lot of things that have nothing to do with the ultimate goal of what it looks like: money spent, compromising styles, honoring grandma's heirlooms, etc. If you are ready for a bit of guidance and a lot of support as you balance it all in 2025 - I invite you to book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call. Together we'll create a plan that fits your needs while matching your personality, budget and timeline.
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call
Happy styling!
dani
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Hey Friend!
Welcome to 2025 and a brand new series on the fig & farm (at home) podcast. Every Tuesday I'll be answering listener questions in my new Dear Dani series. Have a question that you want answered? Leave it here: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Today's question comes from Amanda who wants to know how to make her home look less disjointed. The 'fancy' word we use in the design world is 'cohesive' and the goal is to do just that, but it takes a bit of work. In this episode I'm sharing 5 quick tips so you can make your home look and feel cohesive when you aren't entirely sure where to start.
5 Easy ways to make your home look cohesive
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Learn your design style (aka your aesthetic): pay attention to the all the details of the things you gravitate to time and time again.
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Write those details down.
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Leave your card at home and go on a field trip to your favorite home decor store. Act as-if you are making selections and see if the things you would choose match with the design elements you noticed in tip 1. If they do...you're on to your aesthetic. If they don't...go back to tip 1 and dive in a bit more.
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Using your list, go through the items in your home and start decluttering items that don't match that aesthetic or design style, keeping the items that do.
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Shop your home. Once the extra items are removed, now you have the foundation for shopping your home instead of shopping the store whenever inspiration to re-decorate a room strikes
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
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FAN FAVORITE: Replay of a top episode in 2024
Trend alert for 2024: Quiet Luxury Homes
The markers of a Quiet Luxury design style are design elements that:
~ mix old/new
~ use earth tones
~ have a classic subtle design
~ are quality pieces
~ are minimalistic in nature
~ are comfortable and inviting
But HOW do you infuse Quiet Luxury into your home? In this episode I share 6 easy ways you can start infusing different elements into your home's design that feel and look like they belong inside a Quiet Luxury magazine!
Want specific help learning how to infuse Quiet Luxury into your home? Taking Home Design 101 teaches you the foundations of decorating your home so you can infuse QL this year and bright and bold when your style changes in fifteen years. Register here for Home Design 101.
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Happy styling!
xo,
dani
FAN FAVORITE: Replay of a fav episode in 2024
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 chairs and the retro lights. Why? Because Barbiecore was a trend two seconds ago but hasn't been seen since last summer.
It's time to learn the design elements that are the hallmark of a timeless, classic and cohesively designed home. In this episode I shed light on the 10 design elements that are in every home that looks timeless, classic and cohesive. Grab your notebook because you're going to want to take notes.
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Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
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10 EASY tips for saving BIG money
fig & farm (at home) was born on a budget! Next week, you'll hear exactly how it was born and how with a little creativity, it's not only remained solvent, but grown steadily into the black.
This episode is for everyone, but is especially meant to inspire all those mamas who stay stuck in the belief that they can't have a home they love because they can't afford it. I know each financial situation is different, but I also know that a lot of times it simply comes down to these two things:
INTENTIONALITY and CHOICES
So this episode is FULL of 10 easy ways you can find money in the 'cracks' (so to speak), as well as ways you can be more mindful of your spending habits. ALL of these money saving tips I have done and continue to do...because, let's face it...life is expensive.
Be sure to subscribe to the show, as this Summer Savings Series comes to an end next week as I'm sharing my favorite ways to make a little extra cash on the side.
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Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Hey friend!
Are you ready to celebrate with me?! 300 EPISODES!!!!
Three and a half years ago today, I did one of the bravest things I've ever done in launching this podcast. It's been good, but it hasn't always been good. There has been joy, tears, frustration, celebration - basically the whole range of emotions. I've felt it and I've felt ALL of it.
In today's episode I'm sharing a behind the scenes journey - what it's really like as a podcaster, what some of the good things are about being a content creator and what some of the negative experiences have ben that have caused real tears.
But the best part...I'm doing a GIVEAWAY. It's my little way of saying thank you for listening. Thank you for coming back each week and for helping my little dream grow. Thank you for trying out ideas, for emailing me, for sharing with your friends, for joining the journey!
GIVEAWEAY DETAILS
3 people are going to win a $50 gift card to one of these places (I LOVE choices): Target, Amazon, Home Goods or fig & farm (at home)
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Leave a review on Apple Podcast
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or send me a DM on Instagram @figandfarm
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Need help leaving a review on Apple? Watch this video.
Giveaway closes on Christmas Day and winners will be contacted privately.
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Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Hey friend!
Have you ever set goals for your home? We set new goals or make resolutions each year - for better health, better fitness, learning a new skill...but what about goals we have for our homes?
In this episode I'm sharing the importance of reflecting on how your home served you this past year (or if you served it) and how to make goals for your home that ultimately make you feel better about the place you lay your head each night.
Goals can by physical with a tactical, tangible result or they can be social/emotional - tied to the feelings you have surrounding your home. Acknowledging the social/emotional goals you have for your home is just as important (if not, more so) than addressing the physical goals first.
The art of creating goals for your home comes from reflecting on the ways your home met your needs and being honest about the steps toward remediation during the next year. Asking yourself what changes need to be made and what help you may need to accomplish those goals is a critical part of the journey.
Grab a notebook and a pen - you're going to need it to for this episode.
Ready to make a plan to meet your home goals in 2025? Schedule a Decorating SOS Coaching Call for the new year.
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Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
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Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Hey friend!
Have you ever wondered how you blend different wood tones or how to honor your child's artwork in a way that looks intentional and well put together rather than a haphazard selection or placement? Maybe you're considering buying a new couch or replacing your dining room table, but you're stuck with decision overwhelm. The way I see it? You have two choices? Do nothing and resign to the idea that you'll just live with what you have no matter your desire for change OR make the first step toward action.
In today's episode I'm talking with Dee during a Decorating SOS Call about creating a cohesive, warm, inviting open concept area in her home. It's her first action step toward reaching the goals she has for her home. The rooms in question are her kitchen, dining room, living room and entryway. With a recent fresh coat of paint (going from yellow to a warm white), the foundation for every other change has been made. But Dee's wondering what she should do first.
Does she buy the couch, hang the art, replace the dining table?
In this episode you get to be a fly on the wall as I talk to her about choosing a color palette (red or blue), honoring her grandchild's artwork and hanging a gallery wall - all while saving her AT LEAST $2000 when the recommendation is to NOT buy a new credenza or dining room table.
Are you ready to reach the goals you have for your home - taking the first step toward creating a home you delight in? Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call.
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Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
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Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Hey friend!
In part 2 of the Craving Simplicity Holiday Series we're exploring how tradition and core memories directly lead to confident holiday decorating, but that decorating confidence seems to be packed away with the ornaments at the end of the holidays. So what is it about holiday decorating that allows us to roll with the punches, decorate confidently, experiment with new items and do it all joyfully when the rest of the year we stay stuck in indecision, paralysis or decision fatigue?
In this episode we're exploring how tradition and core memories are usually at the heart of holiday decorating. Taking that same concept and applying it to story telling in your home the rest of the year is the mission. The story of YOU lies in your traditions and core memories and it's those stories that should be on display January - October!
Ready to learn how to story tell in your home? Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call - I'd be honored to help you!
xo,
Dani
Listen to Part 1 of the Craving Simplicity Holiday Series
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Hey friend!
Have you ever wondered what a Decorating SOS call is like? In a one hour call over zoom you can expect to cover A LOT - like you'll see I did with Nicole. Her list was long:
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What area rug to put under the table.
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Should she paint her table white?
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How to style her kitchen counters.
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What to do about the chairs in her living room.
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How can she hide her old air conditioner.
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Should she paint her credenza blue?
Not only did we answer all of those questions, but we went shopping too - finding a companion rug for her dining room that would look cohesive with the one in her living room. Then styling school was in session as Nicole had items prepared for us to experiment and play around with as she styled her kitchen counter with guidance from the other side of the world.
If YOU want guidance like this - someone to answer you questions, to challenge the way you've been viewing your home for the past ten years and to offer ideas and suggestions specific to your space while also striving to save you MORE money than you spend...a Decorating SOS Call might be the perfect place to start!
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Send me an email at hello@figandfarmathome.com and let me know you'd like to gift someone else.
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I will send you a special link to purchase that doesn't require booking the call on the calendar.
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Check your email - I'll send you a digital gift certificate that you can print out to gift a friend!!
Easy peas! How I would have LOOOOVVVEED a gift like this!
And don't forget to GIFT YOURSELF. Buy now and get started in the new year!! Book your 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/
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Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Hey friend,
Every year it's the same. And every year I vow for it to be different. The holidays do something to me that ignite a desire to slow down, take it easy, to not overcommit my calendar. And every year, even with the best intentions, I end up feeling like time went by way to quickly, I missed the joy of a slower rhythm though I managed to check all the boxes - and I end up feeling disappointed.
I don't think I'm alone in craving simplicity and slowness around the holiday. As a content creator I have the unique privilege to add to the chaos and noise - pushing my favorite products, must haves or home hacks that you absolutely need to try. Or...I can take a stand and say I don't want to add to the noise this holiday.
I'm choosing the latter.
For the next three weeks, we will be focusing on a mini series about Craving Simplicity. No tips, tricks or hacks to try to make your home look ten times prettier tomorrow than it does today. Simplicity - so you can enjoy the holiday sights and sounds with those you love most, in the place you share together...home!
Enjoy the slow!
Dani
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Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos
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Hey friend!
As I was preparing my Thanksgiving menu this week, I came across recipes that were nostalgic - tucked away in a box and pulled out once a year, if that. Those recipes? They were written by my mom who passed away six years ago. I haven't had her frozen fruit salad for years - decades even, but it was definitely part of my childhood. Those recipes got me thinking...
HOW ARE YOU TELLING YOUR FAMILY'S STORY IN YOUR HOME DECORATING?
In today's episode, I'm sharing five ideas for decorating with a subtle nod to your family story that go beyond hanging family photos on the wall. These are subtle nods to memories and cherished moments that are too precious to have hidden in a box in the closet.
5 ways to tell your story in home decorating:
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Understand your decorating style: There's a direct correlation to understanding your style and decorating with confidence. Confident choices allow you to move away from the generic, bed in the bag, pieces and into more nuanced, subtle decision making. It's there that you'll find your story.
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Out of the box artwork: Artwork doesn't have to be framed to be considered art. Hanging collections made from special interests or hobbies can make a beautiful, unique to your story piece of art. Collections of vintage cameras, musical instruments, sporting equipment immediately come to mind. Artwork of special locations directly tied to family history - location of proposal, wedding, etc. aren't overtly shouting "I was here - everyone take notice." Instead they're serving as reminders of how important that special memory is to you and your family.
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Special interests and hobbies: As above, displaying remnants of those special interests or hobbies, rather than storing them away in boxes for a peek every once in a while can be a nuanced, whimsical and delightful way to add character to your home that item from Target just can't provide.
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Family heirlooms: Mixing and matching old and new makes such a delightful curated look in your home while providing opportunities for them to have a second chapter. If you don't like their original state, try modifying it to make it fit more of your current aesthetic.
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Family history: Stories or recipes written down and framed, ticket stubs of first dates, vintage clocks set to birth times of your babies, wedding china out of the box and displayed as an installation in your dining room are all examples of living history. Getting them out of the box, dusted off and serving as reminders of who you are add a delightful touch to your home.
ANNOUNCEMENT!!!
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Email me at: hello@figandfarmathome.com
to be added to the Deal Week list. This only happens twice a year!
// 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
Hey friend!
With Black Friday right around the corner, I know you are inundated with deal after deal - it's a great time to wait for that special gift for that special someone to go on sale. In our own home we're waiting for the price to drop on a couple items for the boys.
But when was the last time you invested in YOU? When was the last time you invested in learning a new skill or getting a little help so you could see results faster?
This coming week, fig & farm (at home) is having the BIGGEST SALE of the year. It's DEAL WEEK and for one week only, I'll be offering the lowest prices or the newest products you have not yet seen.
If moving beyond the podcast and into action has been on your 'hope' list, your 'this would be nice someday' list, your 'I'm ready for change, but not quite sure' list - now is the time.
Creating the home you have been longing for starts with action. Start by making sure you are on my email list so you can receive the emails sharing the DEAL WEEK deals. 5 days, 5 deals only available for a limited time. This is the ONLY time I'll be sharing about this on the podcast.
Get on the list by emailing me 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
Hey friend...
The stress of hosting for the holidays is real. You've been thinking about the menu for weeks, you've deep cleaned like you haven't done since last year, and you think you've thought through just about everything. This week, week 5 in our five part series: Getting your home holiday ready!, is all about making sure things don't fall through the cracks and leave you scrambling at the end.
Do you have enough chairs? Checking that this week.
What will the baby eat? Checking that this week.
Are you pulling out wrinkled napkins that were put away last Thanksgiving?
Yup...checking that this week.
This five part series is designed to save you the unwelcome and sometimes unimaginable stress that surrounds the holidays. So whether it's this holiday or next Easter that you'll be hosting, earmark this for the next time you need to prepare ahead of time, leaving you enough time to enjoy your guests and not sweat the small stuff.
And, as part of implementation week, you're practicing setting the holiday table - so the food you just spent hours, days, and even weeks preparing doesn't look silly on a lackluster design. It's not to late to learn a quick tip or two inside my Tablescape Workshop.
TABLESCAPE WORKSHOP!
Prepare your holiday table NOW by learning how to make it look as beautiful as the food you'll spend hours, even days preparing! Tablescape Workshop
// 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
Hey friend!
In this week's podcast I'm chatting with Amy who wants her home to feel bright and airy, but she has a problem. The dark kitchen cabinets, the black countertop and the black tile floor, along with the black dining table are all keeping her from realizing her goals. But with no room in the budget to make these BIG foundational changes to her home, Amy is wanting to know her options.
Amy has a couple options:
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Spend a lot of money she doesn't have replacing everything in the style that she likes it now (not a feasible option).
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Do nothing and continue hating her home and the way it looks, waiting and wishing for the day when the funds are available for option 1.
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Learn which changes she can make to lighten up her space, using what she currently has and bringing in supporting items to lighten her open concept home WHILE making it look cohesive.
Option 3 may sound too good to be true, but the truth is we often times only see option 1 and option 2 as likely possibilities. When you work within your own understanding of a skill, sometimes you don't see the third option.
Decorating SOS Coaching Calls are meant to help you see the third option. They're designed to help you get unstuck in what ever is keeping you from reaching your home goals.
What did Amy learn? She actually has a really great start at having a light and airy home. There's no need to paint anything. And the black table that she though was a bully - the recommendation was to actually keep it as is, but to change up other things in the room.
You'll hear my strategy for combatting darkness, how furniture carries a visual weight with it and how strategic layers will not only make her space feel lighter and brighter, but more cozy too. And all of those suggested changes will help her bully of a kitchen feel more cohesive with the rest of her home.
If you'd like help creating a plan for your home, go to https://figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos to book a call. Transformation is waiting on the other side of that conversation.
// 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
Week of Deals Early Bird List: https://bit.ly/dealweekearlybird
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Hey friend!
As we continue this mini series: Get your home holiday ready, it's important that we don't forget to get ready to take care of the people we're inviting into our space. Hosting is a natural gifting - those who do it well, WOW do they do it well. For others, it's a learned skill. But like decorating, hosting can be taught.
Preparing your space adequately for guests and their comfort is important in both the BIG ways as well as the small details.
In today's episode I'm sharing 4 tips to host well and with one of the tips, I admittedly get very vulnerable as I share a bit of personal experience. In a nutshell, the four things that will help you be a better hostess are:
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Think of your own comfort! This sounds counter intuitive when we're learning tips about hosting others, but before we can do that I want you be mindful of experiences YOU have had where you were the recipient of great hosting and experiences when the hosting rather sucked. Write those down - the details of what made those experiences stand out for you. You'll use those details to help prepare for the guests in your home.
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Think of guests needs beforehand! Thinking big picture about any accommodations they might need to make their stay a bit more comfortable before they arrive will help your time together go smoothly.
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Pay attention to the SMALL details! Things like extra blankets, a fan, lighting to the bathroom in the middle of the night, cozy socks, even Kleenex and access to extra toiletries will help you guest feel like you've though of every last detail.
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Be observant in the moment! Catching little things like an empty coffee cup or a glance around the room wondering where to place a bag - these observations and acting upon them will give you a gold star as a hostess.
TABLESCAPE WORKSHOP!
Prepare your holiday table NOW by learning how to make it look as beautiful as the food you'll spend hours, even days preparing! Tablescape Workshop
// 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
Hi friend!
Have you ever took a look around your grandmother's home and thought, 'Hmmm...that piece (what ever the piece is) is kind of cool. I wonder how I could make that work in my home? Would it be cool or fall completely flat?'
Or maybe you have a hand me down sofa or a dining room credenza that you know are pretty fantastic, but want to learn how to more intentionally style it with your otherwise contemporary design but aren't quite sure how to do it.
Or maybe yet, you just love thrifting and fining unique items that no one else has because you didn't find them at Target. You may have even been called eclectic a time or two.
If any of these scenarios are YOU, you're in the right place because in today's episode I'm not only sharing the 7 things that make up Grand Millenial Decorating Style, but the secret to pulling it all together. And if that's not enough, I'm throwing in 6 ways you can experiment with a little more GM in your own home.
Want more episodes like this? Tell me about it on IG or send me an email.
ANNOUNCEMENTS from today's show:
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Join The Collective, my monthly membership - where I teach you even more about decorating in weekly video trainings. Easy to watch, easy to understand, easy to implement. Doors re-opening during DEAL WEEK. Get on THE COLLECTIVE WAITLIST
// 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
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?
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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
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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.
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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
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?
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Simplicity: less really is MORE
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Quality: less quick fabrication and MORE high quality pieces
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Vintage: mixing old and new
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Neutral Palette: this doesn't mean just 50 shades of white
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Natural elements: think beyond fresh plants, though a good start. Think about materials found in nature: cotton, wood, marble.
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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
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
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
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learn which design elements to include more of to create a cohesive looking flow throughout your home
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shop side-by-side, sharing a screen so you can make confident, wise decisions that support the goals you have for your home
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ask unlimited questions
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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
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:
- Get three boxes or bags
- Label them: donate, trash and relocate (bonus: you can also have one for recycle)
- Do one guest accessible room at a time (start small to big, big to small, easy to hard, etc).
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Choose a companion (podcast, audiobook, TV show) and let that companion be your timer
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Give yourself a 'carrot' or reward for each room finished. Allow yourself to complete one room/area per day.
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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
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:
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Paint the front door
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Paint the interior walls (and ceiling, though a bit more advanced)
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Paint the millwork and interior doors
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Replace cabinet hardware in kitchens and bathrooms
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Add window treatments - the more layered and textured, the better
Moderate:
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Install dimmer switches
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Add wall treatments: board & batten, ship lap (make it vertical), chair rail, wainscotting
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Add wallpaper
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Replace mirrors
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Upgrade bathroom fixtures
Difficult:
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Replace light fixtures
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Replace kitchen backsplash
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Update the fireplace: mantle and/or fireplace surround
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Install window casings
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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
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:
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Don't forget texture.
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Don't rely on just overhead lighting.
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Don't choose a paint color willy nilly.
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Don't forget repetition & contrast.
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Don't forget to think about scale.
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Don't choose decor and furniture because it's 'cheap.'
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Don't forget the windows and definitely don't let them live in high-waters.
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Don't let your furniture float.
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Don't forget to make a plan.
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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
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:
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Super budget friendly
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Reduces the amount of prep work for painting (forget taping off the baseboards)
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Reduces the amount of waste (less paint brushes, paint trays, rollers)
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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
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
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.
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Handcrafted wood furniture: the move away from quick production, cheap materials and onto more sustainable wood furniture production is still very much a thing.
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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.
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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.
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*Earthy color palettes: moody earthen tones are still on trend as they evoke a feeling of calm without being overbearing or too energetic.
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*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.
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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.
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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.
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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
Hey friend!
Are you ready to elevate the look of your living room? Maybe you want a quick refresh and you're wondering how to spend your money for biggest impact? In this episode, I'm concluding my mini-series: If I had $500, what would I spend it on - this time we're hanging out in the LIVING ROOM.
Because every living room is different and the needs will likely be different from person to person, I'm sharing 5 things to evaluate about your room before you make plans to invest money or effort into your space.
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Layout: the layout of your living room matters. If all furniture items are hanging out snuggly on the edge o the wall, can you pull them in closer to create a more cozy, intentional feeling in your living room?
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Weight: did you know that furniture carries a visual weight to it? Dark colors, overstuffed or oversized, hidden legs with skirting, deep wood tones are all examples of characteristics of heaviness within your room. Now imagine all of those heavy items sitting side by side with each other and what you get is a very heavy corner of the room.
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Area rug: do you have one - or a living room that looks like the furniture is floating? Is your area rug too small or too big (that's a thing, too). Choosing the right size and knowing how to use it to your room's advantage will instantly elevate your living room while adding coziness to it.
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Flat surfaces: taking stock of what's on your flat surfaces (mantles, coffee tables, bookshelves, tables) and reducing visual clutter or adding intentional styling, will immediately elevate your room.
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Textiles: curtains, pillows and throw blankets all play an important role in finishing a room. Are the curtains long enough or missing all together? If you have a very heavy couch, using lighter colored pillows can visually lighten the visual load. Throw blankets can immediately elevate or deflate the look and appearance of the room just with the lack of texture or the appearance of pattern. Choosing intentionally creates a room that can look cohesive and elevated.
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Ambient lighting: if using only the overhead lighting, try adding in some ambient lighting in the form of table lamps or floor lamps. Don't be afraid of sourcing these at thrift stores to save money.
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Artwork: chunky frames + matting + inexpensive artwork + consistent spacing on the wall create intentionality, nuance and elevation of your living room design.
// 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
Hey friend!
In today's episode I'm sharing an example of what's inside The Collective, my monthly membership that is designed to be an extension of the show. Each month we will have a LIVE q & a where you can get your questions answered - there are no questions too big, too small or too (ahem) stupid.
The LIVE q & a is a chance to check in on the progress you're making within your home, to ask questions to get you unstuck, to help you make decisions - to ultimately give you the support and encouragement you need to continue decorating your home successfully.
The Collective is open twice a year and will close its doors Sunday, September 22nd and won't re-open again until March.
THE COLLECTIVE IS OPEN
thru SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
Join here: The Collective
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/decorating-sos-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Hey friend!
In today's episode I'm sharing an example of my secret to creating spaces that look refined, a bit more put together - like a designer was right there doing it for you!
There is a difference between putting things on a shelf and styling decor items on a shelf / placing things on a mantle and styling items intentionally on a mantle.
Inside The Collective, my monthly membership - I teach my simple styling formula. This formula can be used to style any flat surface and could be aptly named Finishing School. :)
In today's episode I'm teaching Dee, a founding member of the membership, how to style her mantle. Dee, along with her husband Jim who helped hold the camera, were good sports as we experimented until it was just right - even good sports when the directions included, "Move that item a half inch to the left."
When it comes to styling, details like a half inch matter...A LOT!
Ready to join The Collective? Doors stay open until Sunday, September 22nd!
THE COLLECTIVE IS OPEN
thru SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
Join here: The Collective
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/decorating-sos-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Hey friend!
In today's episode I'm showcasing a perk found inside my monthly membership, The Collective. A Room Edit brings the designer's eye into your space giving you specific recommendations for elevating the room while honoring your goals and aesthetic.
You'll hear a Room Edit created for member, Susan and her den. Until this point it was an incomplete room that she never used. It lacked inspiration, didn't feel cozy and felt like an incomplete project that would take her years to complete.
You'll hear the specific recommendations (inside The Collective you'll see a video with the pictures to support what you hear on the podcast) to help her see the potential of that room.
Members inside The Collective have the ability to request a Room Edit as two will be featured monthly.
Susan took immediate action from her Room Edit - transforming her den into a room that she loves!
THE COLLECTIVE IS OPEN
thru SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
Join here: The Collective
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/decorating-sos-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
WHY IT WORKS
Hey friend!
If you've ever wondered why some gallery walls are structured differently than others and what makes one 'work' even though it seems to not follow any of the rules, this episode is for you.
In this episode I'm sharing the two different types of gallery walls and the 'rules' to follow to create each one. I share insight into how gallery walls that look chaotic may actually be following a lot of unseen rules.
This training is an example of WHY IT WORKS a series that lives inside The Collective, my monthly home decorating membership. The doors to The Collective are open TODAY thru SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22nd!
THE COLLECTIVE IS OPEN
thru SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
Join here: The Collective
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/decorating-sos-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
// BIG ANNOUNCEMENT //
Hey friend!
This is a BIG week at fig & farm (at home). For 5 months I have been working behind the scenes developing a monthly membership called The Collective. If you have ever wished this podcast came with visuals, you're going to love The Collective. With weekly short trainings, LIVE group coaching sessions and guided help in the form of Room Edits, this membership is designed to:
- Reduce the OVERWHELM
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Reduce the TIME it takes to learn home decorating skills
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Reduce the amount of MONEY you're investing in learning, so you can spend MORE on making the changes
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Bring you BIG RESULTS, QUICKER
The Collective opens TOMORROW!!! Want to receive an email? Send me one, and you'll be on the list first thing when doors open tomorrow!
IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER...
// FREE WORKSHOP //
3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't Stop Gushing About
Tues & Wed, September 17 - 18
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm ET
Register: https://bit.ly/fallhomeworkshop
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/decorating-sos-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Hey friend,
Pumpkin spice lattes are out, the leaves are turning colors and it's time to start thinking about pulling out your box of fall decorations to get your homes fall ready. But BEFORE you do that and BEFORE you run to Target to see what's new for the season and bring home the items you just couldn't live without, I want you to consider your feelings.
In this episode I'm sharing my two most effective gatekeepers or filters for helping me choose items intentionally for my decorating in general, but fall specifically as we are in the midst of changing seasons.
This strategy can be used for any season, any holiday or your decorating in general.
Grab a notebook and a pen because you're going to want to take notes.
Want to learn more about your design style? These episodes will help: # 234: STOP wasting your time taking those home decorating style quizzes. Do THIS if you're wanting to learn your design style
238: Do you know your design style? Learn how to identify it so you can decorate your home with less overwhelm
265: The Secret to understanding your design style is being a lurker
// FREE WORKSHOP!!!! //
3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't Stop Gushing About
Tues & Wed, September 17 - 18
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm ET
Register: https://bit.ly/fallhomeworkshop
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/decorating-sos-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Hey friend!
Are you ready for a kitchen re-fresh? Today on the podcast we're continuing with our mini series: how to spend $500 in a single room to get the most bang for your buck!
If you missed last week, where we elevated the look of our bathroom, go back and listen to episode #269.
Remember...BIG change doesn't have to cost a lot and in today's episode I'm sharing how actually, the BIGGEST change you can make in your kitchen is actually FREE. Zero money. Zero dollars. Zilch.
So when it comes time to spend the $500, think about intentionality with the items you have living on the kitchen counters. Corraling them into functional vignettes while keeping negative space on your countertops will dramatically create an impact worth replicating.
// FREE WORKSHOP!!!! //
3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't Stop Gushing About
Tues & Wed, September 17 - 18
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm ET
Register: https://bit.ly/fallhomeworkshop
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/decorating-sos-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Hey friend!
Have you heard the trending phrase on social media "demure and mindful?" It's popping up everywhere and even my 13 year old son has taken notice (and he doesn't have social media). So it got me wondering...what in the world is everyone talking about?
As I looked into 'demure' and what it meant versus what I thought it meant, I also noticed that there's a very similar word with quite the opposite meaning: 'demur.' If creating a home that is demure is your goal, you don't want to get the two confused. :)
In today's episode I'm sharing 8 ways that your home can look and feel demure without it feeling like a pretentious museum room.
If you're wanting to create a demure look and feel in your home, you can start with these 8 things:
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Create a calm color palette: 50 shades of white anyone? If you must have a 'pop' of color - try oatmeal or mushroom.
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Use light wood tones: white oak or natural immediately come to mind. Don't have that? Try a painting technique instead of throwing out your cherry entryway table.
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Brass or Champagne gold metals. The goal here is minimal contrast - so avoid bronze, flat matte black at all costs.
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Remove the chaos, the clutter, the extras...on EVERY surface. Demure homes resemble minimal homes.
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Quality of furniture matters, but not in a flashy way. Demure homes are quiet and respectful - not pretentious.
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Consider the weight of objects in your home. Demure homes are opposite of heavy - they're light and airy.
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The scent matters: choose subtle scents with no dominant identifiers that indicate what it is. No pumpkin spice, lavender, even vanilla. The more benign, but delicious, the better.
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Consider the background sound as well as the scent. Demure homes are not loud, flashy or calling attention to themselves. Turn down Alexa playing the latest Jellyroll song (not my style anyway) and opt for instrumental playing at a volume 2 - audible, but only as a faint whisper.
// FREE WORKSHOP!!!! //
3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't Stop Gushing About
Tues & Wed, September 17 - 18
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm ET
Register: https://bit.ly/fallhomeworkshop
// ANNOUNCEMENT!!!! //
fig & farm (at home) podcast is making design even MORE ACCESSIBLE to all of you in the form of a monthly membership. Opening in September this membership is designed to an extension of the podcast by bringing you bite-sized weekly teaching, group coaching, Room Edits, guest speakers, access to DIY workshops and so much more.
JOIN THE WAITLIST and be the first to know when the doors open! Pssst...one of my love languages is gifts and I have a special gift just for wait-listers!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/decorating-sos-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Hey friend!
So, you're ready for a re-fresh in your bathroom. You have $500 to spend and you CAN'T WAIT to go shop the sales so you can get the biggest bang for your buck.
I know you know how to get the biggest bang for your buck...you do it when you're shopping for a car, clothes, even groceries. You can definitely score some sale items for home decor too.
BUT...the BIGGEST BANG in your home doesn't always translate to the least amount of money you'll be spending.
The BIGGEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK = BIGGEST IMPACT!
Thinking about WHAT changes to make in your home (in today's case, the bathroom) that will bring about the 'WOW' factor, the 'I wish I would have done this sooner' statement, the 'I didn't know I could make so many changes with so little money' realization.
And THAT'S what we're talking about today on the show.
Can you make BIG IMPACT CHANGE in your bathroom for only $500? YUP...sure can!
Want even more tips for creating a home you LOVE?...
// FREE WORKSHOP!!!! //
3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't Stop Gushing About
Tues & Wed, September 17 - 18
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm ET
Register: https://bit.ly/fallhomeworkshop
// ANNOUNCEMENT!!!! //
fig & farm (at home) podcast is making design even MORE ACCESSIBLE to all of you in the form of a monthly membership. Opening in September this membership is designed to an extension of the podcast by bringing you bite-sized weekly teaching, group coaching, Room Edits, guest speakers, access to DIY workshops and so much more.
JOIN THE WAITLIST and be the first to know when the doors open! Pssst...one of my love languages is gifts and I have a special gift just for wait-listers!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/decorating-sos-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Hey friend!
Does your home feel a bit boring and generic? Are you tired of living in the all white, gray, and beige that was trending for so long on Instagram? Are you ready to add a little personality and character to your home, but you don't exactly know where to start?
In today's episode I'm sharing 5 ways to add a bit of personality and character to your home, that won't have you taking out a second mortgage, knocking out walls or changing every paint color on your walls!
- Add pattern: swapping out solid colored items (curtains, pillows, area rugs, throw blankets) for something with pattern can instantly add personality where the solid was lacking.
Scared of pattern mixing? Try combining one geometric pattern and one fluid pattern (like a floral). Keep a common color between the two and you're set!
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Add color: this may seem like an easy fix, but it's even easier when you think of adding color in small ways (pillows, artwork, curtains, books, etc). Painting small pieces of furniture (or big ones) can instantly change the look of your room without the commitment of painting your walls.
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Add whimsical art: swap out big box store art (canvas, triptychs, farmhouse word art) for pieces that are a bit out of the box. When those pieces are directly connected to a passion, a hobby, a family story - you are instantly creating a meaningful touch with your decorating. Examples include: a gallery wall of vintage tennis rackets, a collection of busts, glass jars with baseballs inside. My favorite places to source art that has more personality than art found at box stores are: vintage and antique markets, flea markets, thrift stores, garage sales, Etsy.
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Use common objects as decor: if you apply the rule 'anything that is out and visible is art' to your decorating, you can begin to see how normal everyday items can be elevated. Take for example a simple bathroom garbage can. Use an urn, a ceramic plant pot - anything other than a plastic garbage bin and you instantly elevate the space.
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Incorporate vintage & antique items: mixing old & new is one of the most beautiful ways you can decorate a home. It instantly looks like it is oozing with personality, character and charm. Why? Those vintage pieces have lived another life and often come a little worn. How do you mix and match well? Try choosing a ratio to stick to - 1/3 vintage pieces to 2/3 new. This sets the parameters for how much of a good thing you decorate your home with.
BONUS: have fun! Experiment! Play! There are no rules that say you have to decorate your home once and live with it for 50 years. If it feels tired and boring to you now...shake it up a bit by using one or more of these 5 tips.
// FREE WORKSHOP!!!! //
3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't Stop Gushing About
Tues & Wed, September 17 - 18
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm ET
Register: https://bit.ly/fallhomeworkshop
// ANNOUNCEMENT!!!! //
fig & farm (at home) podcast is making design even MORE ACCESSIBLE to all of you in the form of a monthly membership. Opening in September this membership is designed to an extension of the podcast by bringing you bite-sized weekly teaching, group coaching, Room Edits, guest speakers, access to DIY workshops and so much more.
JOIN THE WAITLIST and be the first to know when the doors open! Pssst...one of my love languages is gifts and I have a special gift just for wait-listers!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/decorating-sos-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Hey friend!
Does the idea of a home with an open concept sound nice until it comes time to decorating?
Open concepts sound nice, but how do you create a home that looks curated, nuanced and cohesive when it's all essentially one big room? And how do you do that without just getting matching everything?
In this podcast I'm sharing three ways you can unify your space intentionally without being matchy-matchy.
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Focus on the foundation: The foundation of your home is the floor and walls. Walls include window treatments. Keeping base colors the same (i.e. in area rugs and curtains), choosing a color palette and using it throughout the open concept and using the same curtain rods, shades, etc. all help create cohesiveness.
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Repeat MACRO and MICRO design elements: Large design elements like wood tones, metals, colors, textures are easy to repeat. When you master that, take it a step further by focusing on the micro design elements - the more subtle = the more nuanced. The more nuanced = the more elevated.
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Look for the outliers: Try finding the things that no longer belong and remediate them by removing them or intentionally adding additional items to make the outlier fit in.
Want a training like this where you can SEE what I'm teaching? Come to the workshop:
3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't Stop Gushing About
Tues & Wed, September 17 - 18
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm ET
Register: https://bit.ly/fallhomeworkshop
// ANNOUNCEMENT!!!! //
fig & farm (at home) podcast is making design even MORE ACCESSIBLE to all of you in the form of a monthly membership. Opening in September this membership is designed to an extension of the podcast by bringing you bite-sized weekly teaching, group coaching, Room Edits, guest speakers, access to DIY workshops and so much more.
JOIN THE WAITLIST and be the first to know when the doors open! Pssst...one of my love languages is gifts and I have a special gift just for wait-listers!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/decorating-sos-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Hey friend!
Does your home decor look tired and dated?
If you answered YES, you may be wondering what to do about it? In this episode I'm sharing 5 ways to assess the change that needs to happen in your home and the plan you should follow before you purchase a single thing!
Here's where to start:
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Identify the purpose of the room: What do you WANT the room to do for you and ask yourself if it's doing it with the items you currently have.
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Inspiration & dreaming: We are not just gatherers of beautiful pictures, but students on the hunt for using these beautiful pictures as sources of information. Listen to episode 266 about how to use Pinterest to identify your design style for more information.
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Identify the goals you have for the room: much like identifying the purpose of the room but assigning your skillset to the desired changes. Do you have the skillset to transform the room the way you want to?
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Make a plan: All of the steps before are part of the plan, but in this case I want you to think about the END goal, the end destination. What is the big picture of how you want your room to look, feel and function and work backward from there using the previous steps.
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Permission to play: Play, experiment, have fun and use these two filters when you feel scared of making a change: ask yourself 'What is the worst that can happen?' and assess the exit strategy if you need to fix it. But also ask 'What is the best that can happen?'
Then SHARE!! Share your ideas, your questions, continue this conversation in our Facebook Community.
// ANNOUNCEMENT!!!! //
fig & farm (at home) podcast is making design even MORE ACCESSIBLE to all of you in the form of a monthly membership. Opening in September this membership is designed to an extension of the podcast by bringing you bite-sized weekly teaching, group coaching, Room Edits, guest speakers, access to DIY workshops and so much more.
JOIN THE WAITLIST and be the first to know when the doors open! Pssst...one of my love languages is gifts and I have a special gift just for wait-listers!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/decorating-sos-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Membership Waitlist: https://figandfarmathome.myflodesk.com/waitlist
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
(Or a peeping Tom, but that feels uncouth to publish on a podcast title!)
The SECRET to understanding your design style REVEALED!!!
To have a cohesive looking home you need to:
KNOW YOUR DESIGN STYLE
To know your design style you need to:
BE A LURKER OF BEAUTIFUL PICTURES (aka student of design)
But what do you pay attention to?
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You pay attention to how many boards you have on Pinterest and REDUCE them by half or more.
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You stay room specific and choose four rooms that you can't stop looking at - that keep drawing you in.
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Then you look at those four rooms until you're sick of looking at them. You're paying attention to ALL THE DETAILS.
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Details are small and DESIGN IS IN THE DETAILS, so stay a while, pay attention to what you like and don't like and take notes.
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Look for the commonalities between the four pictures. What things are repeating themselves in most of the pictures? Which metals, textures, colors, wood tones, etc.
That is the SECRET to understanding your design style. Once you know those specific little design details, the rest is easy - the overwhelm fades away, the decision fatigue stops being so tiring, choices can be made and you can take the first step toward creating a home you absolutely love!
Need help? Book a Decorating SOS Call so I can help you identify your design style.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/decorating-sos-call
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Is your home ORGANIZED?
Maybe it's NOT, not yet, but you'd like it to be.
Maybe it's NOT because you don't have the time.
Maybe it's NOT because you don't know where to start.
Maybe it's NOT because it feels too daunting of a task to tackle.
Maybe you THINK it is, but it's actually NOT!
In today's episode I'm chatting with author and organizing expert, Nicole Gabai about the Art of Organizing.
She shares her six step process to creating a home that is organized, easy to maintain and leads to a life of ease.
Nicole (and I) believe that being organized and having an organized home is a form of self-care. You'll hear how both of us grew up in homes lacking organization, but have not only found a way to become organized, but make a living teaching others this important life skill.
Nicole's expertise knows no bounds as she shares these nuggets of wisdom to our listeners:
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Organization is teachable
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Organization is a form of self-care
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Organization, when done well, should be done for ease of retrieval
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Systems of organizing are not too different from the systems that run larger corporations
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Organizing makes your life easier
Listen in to the whole conversation, be inspired and be ready to put into practice what you've learned!
Read Nicole's Book: The Art of Organizing
Connect with Nicole: https://www.instagram.com/nicolegabai/
Visit her website: https://www.b-organized.net/
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/decorating-sos-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Summer Savings Series:
10 EASY tips for saving BIG money
fig & farm (at home) was born on a budget! Next week, you'll hear exactly how it was born and how with a little creativity, it's not only remained solvent, but grown steadily into the black.
This episode is for everyone, but is especially meant to inspire all those mamas who stay stuck in the belief that they can't have a home they love because they can't afford it. I know each financial situation is different, but I also know that a lot of times it simply comes down to these two things:
INTENTIONALITY and CHOICES
So this episode is FULL of 10 easy ways you can find money in the 'cracks' (so to speak), as well as ways you can be more mindful of your spending habits. ALL of these money saving tips I have done and continue to do...because, let's face it...life is expensive.
Be sure to subscribe to the show, as this Summer Savings Series comes to an end next week as I'm sharing my favorite ways to make a little extra cash on the side.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
SUMMER SAVING SERIES:
DIY with Mr. fig & farm (at home)
In today's conversation with Greg, aka Mr. fig & farm (at home), you'll hear that the secret to becoming a proficient DIYer isn't that you were born with it...it's that you've experimented and practiced. Greg shares that his previous build experience was building LEGOS. No high school woodshop, no hours spent with grandpa in the shop on the weekends...LEGOS.
Greg shares practical advice for those getting started and it's all wrapped in kindness - "be gracious to yourself because you will make mistakes along the way."
Hear which builds we have done in our own home (we've built something for every room, except one!), how his first DIY build was 'cute' in the baby-deer-walking kind of way, and what build I'm hoping he'll say yes to as we continue putting a stamp on our own home.
And...get a behind the scenes look at the fig & farm (at home) home by becoming a Design Bestie. Come say 'hey!' and you'll be put on the list!
Catch up on the rest of the Summer Savings Series:
257: 7 tips for successful home decor shopping at thrift stores
258: "Where did you find THAT?" and other questions you'll be answering about the home decor you found at the thrift store
259:
260:
261:
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Become a Design Bestie: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Summer Savings Series:
Adding Character in your Home the DIY Way
with Michelle Castro
Big DIY projects were never an option for my guest, Michelle, when she was renting her home. Once she finally bought her house, the proverbial gloves went on! Starting with the demo of an inconveniently placed fireplace turned into countless home projects and now she's moving beyond her home and helping others.
In today's conversation I'm chatting with my friend Michelle about the mistakes she's learned along the way, the tools she would recommend and words of wisdom for stepping outside your own comfort zone.
Michelle's zest for life is evident in her energy and we hope that it inspires YOU to finally tackle that first DIY project. When you do, come and share it with us inside of our community...can't wait to see!
Check out Michelle's fun DIY projects: https://www.instagram.com/flipflopsandtablesaws/
Watch our interview on Youtube:
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Summer Saving Series:
Using Facebook Marketplace as a reseller
w/ Elaine Mingus from Curb Vulture
Have you ever wondered what happens to those piles of furniture, artwork, and misc. items of what appears to be trash on the sides of the road? Meet Elaine, a self proclaimed curb vulture, who willingly scouts out the finds so she can resell them for a profit.
In this espied you'll hear Elaine's story - how she found herself $10k in debt and wondered where her life's choices had taken her. Desperate to try to make ends meet, she began selling small things from around home, on Facebook Marketplace in order to make a little cash for everyday expenses. What went from one sale turned into a full-time job where Elaine had $15k months in revenue from her furniture flips.
You'll hear her inspiring story that went from survivor of a horrific beginning to a thriver - and how she's using her story of redemption to spread hope to the masses.
// Connect with Elaine: //
Website: www.curbvulture.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curbvulture/
Become a re-seller: https://curbvulture.com/products/level-1-one-day-intensive
Support her philanthropic work: https://elainemingus.com/
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Summer Savings Series:
How to score the GOOD STUFF on FB Marketplace
In today's episode I'm talking with Alissa, a client of mine. Just like you and me, Alissa has Pottery Barn taste, but a Target budget. Yet every time I talked with her on our decorating coaching calls (aka Decorating SOS calls) she would always show me her latest name brand home decor find. Both big and small, Alissa seemed to have a knack for scoring the good stuff...the REALLY good stuff.
But like the thrifting strategies I shared in episodes #257 and #258, Alissa's finds weren't dumb luck. They were strategic.
She's sharing her top strategies for shopping successfully on FB Marketplace and one of them is SO GOOD, you're GUARANTEED to score the good stuff too!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Happy treasure hunting!
Dani
Summer Savings Series: Shopping at Thrift Stores pt. 210 (+6 more) things I ALWAYS look for!In today's episode we are wrapping up our series on how to effectively and efficiently shop SUCCESSFULLY at thrift stores. Why do some people always seem to find the good stuff? Because they have a system...go back and listen to Episode 257 so you can learn 7 tips for shopping successfully.
Today I'm sharing 16 things I ALWAYS look for. They are part of my aesthetic and when I know what design elements I gravitate to, that I like decorating my home with, I can pin point them easier (using my 7 tips from last week) and be more successful at curating home decor items on the cheap.
Curating your home decor items at thrift stores is a wonderful way to find items that are more personal and less generic than you'd find at a big box store. KNOWING WHAT TO LOOK FOR is a process, but one worth learning so you can create a carefully curated home.
LEARN your design aesthetic inside Home Design 101
SHOP my thrift store finds: @figandfarm on Instagram
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Summer Savings Series:
Shopping at Thrift Stores
Creating a home that inspires you, delights you and one that you are proud of doesn't have to cost a lot. But sometimes it takes more than shopping the house and using what you already have - sometimes you need to shop for the items in need.
Curating your home decor at thrift stores is one of my FAVORITE ways to personalize your home in a way that shopping at big box stores (even on the cheap), just can't accomplish.
You may LOVE thrift store shopping or HATE it. Or, you may be fascinated by the idea but feel like you never find anything GOOD, but somehow everyone else does. And you may wonder why everyone else has the best thrift stores, when in fact, it's likely NOT the thrift store, but the strategy you use to shop them.
In today's episode I'm sharing my top 7 tips for shopping at thrift stores SUCCESSFULLY - so you can walk away with enviable hauls more than you walk away with duds.
This is the first part of the summer savings series where we will be diving into different ways you can save money AND have a home that you can't stop gushing about. If you are not subscribed to the show, be sure to do that so you don't miss all the tips coming your way this summer!
SHOP my thrift store finds: @figandfarm on Instagram
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
Three of the most common things I hear from you:
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"I have kids so I can't have nice things."
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"I don't have any money to make changes."
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"I don't know where to start."
Today is the last Quick Tip Tuesday I'll be releasing until the beginning of August, but like all good teachers, I'm leaving you with some homework - something for you to think about over the next eight weeks. Maybe you'll plug in one of these episodes each week until my Quick Tip Tuesdays return.
In today's episode I'm sharing I'm sharing the three most common excuses I get for why people don't take action on creating homes that feel like a respite, inspiring, functional and beautiful.
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I have kids, so I can't have nice things. B.S. You can have nice things. Either you choose to believe that nice things come with a hefty price tag or you have limited boundaries to keep those nice things nice.
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I have no money. If I had a dollar for every time I heard this, I would be living large in a lakeside mansion eating bonbons for breakfast. It's true, you may not have a pile of cash lying around just waiting to be thrown into the proverbial fire, but there are SO many changes you can make without spending any money at all or less money than your last trip to Target where you promised you'd only be picking up toothpaste.
TUNE IN EVERY FRIDAY through July for my Summer Savings Series where I give you practical tips for shopping on less, doing DIY more and strategies for saving big.
- I don't know where to start. Starting can be overwhelming, frustrating, confusing, debilitating. I get it. Here are three FREE ways to start this summer while the kids are splashing in the pool while you're sipping your iced tea:
A. Listen to the podcast
B. Read the blog
C. Join the Facebook Group
Specific episodes that teach you where to start:
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99
98
71
45
42
8
7
6
MAYBE YOU'RE FINALLY READY TO START AND YOU'RE LOOKING FOR AN INVITATION!!
REGISTER FOR HOME DESIGN 101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
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.
Oh, and it wouldn't it be nice to know that they were all the right measurements for your space, the right lengths, the right depth, the right width, the right scale.
Don't forget making sure all the little details are taken care of, like the specific design elements that make your home cohesive: wood finishes, metal finishes, basket weaves, textures, colors...
ALL OF IT is inside a Custom Design Board
(you'll hear me refer to it as a Custom Mood board...same thing).
Oh...and don't forget...you don't have to leave your home at all during the process. The design interview happens virtually, the design board is delivered to you (with the rationale) virtually and you can shop...yup...virtually all from the Custom Design Board.
In today's episode I'm sharing a sneak peak at a design rationale for my client Jen, who purchased two custom design boards for her living room and two for her dining room. You'll hear me explain my inspiration piece, the direction of the design and the reason behind the recommendation for swapping out stainless steel handles on her kitchen cabinets.
If you are ready for a little help in your home and would like help from fig & farm (at home) - TODAY is the last day to book a service before these services get tucked back into the DESIGN VAULT until next year:
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Room Edit
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Decorating SOS Call
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Custom Design Board
BOOK YOUR CUSTOM DESIGN BOARD
Ask your questions here!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Book a Room Edit: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/the-room-edit
Book a Decorating SOS call: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/decorating-sos-call
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
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 two Anthropolgie-like mirrors, whether to keep a marble top table, ideas for furniture layout, the possibility of bringing in color into your home design...(and more).
Those were just SOME of the discussion points I had with Alissa during our Decorating SOS call where her main objective was to make decisions on her entryway and her living room.
Imagine what YOU could cover in an hour during your Decorating SOS call. You don't have to have any of the answers before booking one.
All you need is:
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a desire to make change in your home
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to know which room you'd like to focus our conversation around
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an hour of time via Zoom
Book your Decorating SOS call
Ask a question here!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Book a Room Edit: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/the-room-edit
Happy styling!!
xo,
dani
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 something different than the last guy.
Enter: The ROOM EDIT
The Room Edit is basically like a (sweet) bossy big sister who finally has permission to give you all her best advice for what she would do to your home if it were her home. She'll share all her suggestions from paint color to furniture layout and do it in a way that empowers you to make the final choices. "I think you should paint it a creamy white." What white? She didn't say, so you get to choose.
You may love a ROOM EDIT because YOU LOVE doing projects yourself and would prefer to be the decision maker, you just want a little direction so you know where to start and which path to take. You'll handle it from there.
In today's episode I'm sharing the ROOM EDIT I did with sister clients Melissa and Rebecca. They wanted to do a makeover for their parents while they were away for the weekend. You'll hear me give my overall suggestions for the direction I see the room taking in order to transform it from a 1990s outdated beige home into a cozy, cohesive lakeside retreat.
You'll hear suggestions like:
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paint the walls a creamy white
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add bamboo shades and curtains
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remove the pillows
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use this color palette
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the goal is to bring the outdoors in
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get a bigger rug with a lighter foundation
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remove the chickens!!!
With NO specific product names or colors given, the information was more than enough to transform this space into one fit for a lakeside home.
See the transformation here!
BOOK A ROOM EDIT HERE!
Ask a question here!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy (cleaning) styling!!
xo,
dani
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 they wanted for their homes.
Although each of these ladies had different design styles, they all ultimately had the same goal: they wanted their homes to look better tomorrow than they did today!
Inside this episode you'll hear how Colleen chose 1:1 decorating coaching calls (lovingly referred to as Decorating SOS calls) where she slowly chipped away at turning her inspiration into results she loves.
Then you'll meet Sarah, one of the hardest workers I know. Sarah knew she wanted change, was willing (and able) to do the work herself, she just didn't know where to start. So we started with a plan - a Room Edit, where my designer's eye evaluated her space and compared it to the inspiration photo she had and then I gave her a generalized plan that she put into action.
And finally, you'll meet a busy, corporate mom of four, Kara, who had a great starting foundation in her dining room, but wanted help elevating the space but didn't want to spend the time picking out the products herself. So I created a Custom Design Board (aka Mood Board) for her to see all of the product choices I selected from the stores she likes shopping at. Seeing these products together allowed her to see how they interacted with each other before she purchased a thing. She was able to save time and, although I shopped for her, saved money because she knew what the products looked like together before she purchased a thing.
For ONE WEEK ONLY...these three design services are available for booking before heading back into the vault for another year. Though you don't have to receive the service this week, you do have to book it this week by May 31st.
Access The DESIGN VAULT here!
(Closes May 31, 2024)
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy (cleaning) styling!!
xo,
dani
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 base for starting - things like creating a cohesive look, paying attention to scale, applying the rule 'less is more.' You can listen to that episode here!
This week, I'm going a bit deeper as I share five things to do while you are styling your home to add the proverbial icing on the cake. Styling is the finishing touches and the finishing touches are in the details. We explore how to create a full, nuanced, intentional look floor to ceiling.
After listening to this episode, if you are wanting help creating a home that looks like a designer was just there doing it for you, come join Home Design 101. Inside Home Design 101, you will learn decorating concepts that will help make your home look cohesive and feel cozy. With monthly office hours and a private student community, you will have the hand holding you need to transform your spaces into spaces you can't stop gushing about. Inside Home Design 101, there's always more room at the table. Register here: Home Design 101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy (cleaning) styling!!
xo,
dani
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 get into the routine of cleaning in a sustainable, consistent way. It doesn't matter how MUCH you love a clean house, so much as it matters how your personality coincides with a routine that works for you!
So in this episode, I'm sharing the system that I found that FINALLY works with my personality that allows me to have continually clean house without feeling overwhelmed. But although I'm sharing it with you, I'm not assuming that we are one and the same.
In this episode I'm sharing with you the QUESTIONS you should ask yourself so you know how to develop a cleaning routine that works for you, the demands of your home and WITH your personality.
This show is a replay...enjoy!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy (cleaning) styling!!
xo,
dani
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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Less is more. This doesn't always mean you need to declutter, though that's a good first step. Less can mean, fewer items, fewer matching sets, a less stuffed couch, less of the footprint taken up by furniture in general.
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Scale matters. Paying attention to size guidelines is critical for getting a room to look just right. A too small area rug or too short of curtains can instantaneously spoil good design.
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Repetition is key. Repetition of design elements is how one creates a cohesive looking home. Repetition in the large details is important, but when that repetition carries to the small details...that's where it starts looking 'professional.'
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Practice, experiment, change things often. This is your permission to play. If you only intake ideas and never practice them, you'll be left wondering what a professionally designed home looks like.
Part two of how to make your home look like a professional was there, will be airing next week. Subscribe to listen.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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 feeling really philosophical - it starts in your mind and in your heart...we'll save that for another day).
When people talk about curb appeal, of course it's an impression for others - often times the first impression, but it SHOULD be done for you!
In this episode, I'm sharing four quick tips for boosting your curb appeal this weekend - and it goes beyond mowing the lawn and trimming the hedges. The yard and those scraggly bushes are important to take care of, but so is your front porch or your landing area.
Do you have a topic you'd like me to talk about on the show? Email me here: hello@figandfarmathome.com
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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 arrange your living room to look cozy, however, starts with intentionality. There are five components that help create a cozy looking space in arrangement alone. Choosing a focal point, creating a conversational area with anchoring pieces like coffee tables and area rugs, having easy walk throughs and flat surfaces ample enough to invite staying with room enough to set drinks and snacks.
Adding textures and styling come secondary to the arrangement (all can be learned inside Home Design 101).
If you have a question that you want answered, email me at: hello@figandfarmathome.com
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
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 experience and authority on couches and the furniture industry to this platform, along with many of his industry colleagues who are helping him keep the Couch.com audience informed and engaged on a daily basis.
During our conversation Alex shares the concept behind his site couch.com and how you can use it as a tool when you are shopping for a sofa for your home. Going beyond the question 'what style should I get,' Alex's site helps you navigate the confusing world of purchasing a couch, demystifying the process with suggestions of: where to go, how to negotiate pricing, brand comparison, online shopping or in store shopping and SO much more.
Alex is a wealth of knowledge and our conversation just scratches the surface of how to buy a couch the easy way! Whether you are currently couch shopping or may do so later, I encourage you to get familiar with his site so you can use it as a resource when you are ready. https://couch.com
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Connect with Alex: https://couch.com
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
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 natural physical boundaries within each room, we can begin to compartmentalize the smaller areas within each room, helping us to create more physical boundaries to place our things. Once those physical boundaries are full, it's a clear indication that we have enough - too much even.
But how do we know what items to rid our homes of? Understanding your personal aesthetic is a critical piece of that decluttering puzzle. Knowing which design elements make up your aesthetic will help you identify which items should stay and which should go.
Do YOU have a question you want answered on the show? Email me at: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Exciting News Coming MAY 1st!!!
Want to know what's happening? Email me at: hello@figandfarmathome.com or join the Facebook Group
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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, furniture placement, balance, contrast, layers, texture are all part of today's conversation. It's a starting place - a Cliff Notes version - of how you can start reimagining the things you already own to create a home that not only serves your family functionally, but is a space you want to be in because it's just...pretty!
Learning these concepts can happen in episodes like this one, but if you're ready for more than the abridged version, I invite you to join me inside Home Design 101 where we dive deep into the world of home decorating, learning things like:
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Where to start when you're overwhelmed by your entire home
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How to choose a color palette
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How to make things look cohesive
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How to define your style
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How to spend your money wisely
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How to know when to buy and when to use what you have
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How designers save money when shopping at 'regular' stores like Target, IKEA, Hobby Lobby
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How to style everything to make it look like a designer did the work
And SO much more!!
Register for: Home Design 101
Exciting News Coming MAY 1st!!!
Want to know what's happening? Email me at: hello@figandfarmathome.com or join the Facebook Group
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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. Somehow it's second nature to ask for help when we need to fix our toilet, lose weight or do our taxes, but somehow it feels frivolous when it comes to our homes.
But, friend, your home environment is SO INCREDIBLY important - it nurtures you the way food nurtures you, the way kind words nurture you. Taking care to make intentional decisions is important and going it alone can be frustrating, overwhelming and down right confusing.
Help doesn't always mean 'hire the fancy' designer...though it could.
Help doesn't always mean 'take a course'...though it could.
Help could literally mean asking your MIL who always seems to have a beautiful home, what her secrets are. How HONORED she would be for you to ask that question.
As I share three things that could be holding you back in home decorating I want to you to ask the next question so you can go deeper and take the next right step. And if you have questions about what that could be for you, but don't have a MIL to ask - I'd be happy to answer. Email me at: hello@figandfarmathome.com
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
MAY 1st...something new is coming to
fig & farm (at home)!!!
Want to be the first to hear about it? Send me an email at hello@figandfarmathome and ask to join my newsletter (and don't forget to check your spam).
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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 inside her new book (releasing April 24, 2024) House Rules, she shares the guidelines that will help us navigate this journey of creating homes we love.
In today's conversation, we focus our attention on an often misunderstood and controversial topic in home decorating...buying REAL house plants. Myquilin teaches us a new perspective on viewing the purchase and use of real house plants even if we claim to have not one, but two black thumbs!
Enjoy today's conversation!
Connect with Myquillyn (and her books):
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenester/
House Rules:
The Nesting Place:
Welcome Home:
Cozy Minimalist Home:
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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 state affects how you want your home to feel. And that feeling should be a filter for making decisions, just as much as your budget and your aesthetic are filters for making decisions.
In this episode we're talking about how feeling should be just as important as understanding your aesthetic and how to use it to inform decision making.
So...how do you feel about your home?
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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 California Casual into her home. These 4 tips will apply to you if you are wanting to bring more (insert design style name here) into your home.
Grab a journal...you'll have homework!!
If you have a question you'd like answered on the show, email me at: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Want the replay of the BACK TO BASICS BOOTCAMP? Email me at: hello@figandfarmathome.com
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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 LEARN HOW TO DECORATE YOUR HOME
We talk about the goals you have for your home, the things that are keeping you stuck from reaching those goals, your experience with shopping trips and how, once you learn this new skill...you'll be empowered to make confident decisions in your home.
If you'd like to receive the replays of this two day workshop, email me at: hello@figandfarmathome.com and I will send you the replays!!
Ready to jump into Home Design 101?
Learn more about it here to decide if it's the right fit for you: www.figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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 style is not just an important step. It's THE MOST IMPORTANT first step, so what details do you pay attention to? All of them!
Your style is more nuanced than the global terms that are tossed around left and right. Your style is more YOU than it is Farmhouse. It's more YOU than it is Boho. It's more YOU than it is Traditional. Cottage. Country. Industrial. Fill in the BIG global design style. Once you understand what your style is, you have the freedom to mix and match.
Do you like a little Cottage and a little Industrial, but wonder how to blend the two? Looking at the fine details of the design elements you gravitate toward will help!
BACK TO BASICS BOOTCAMP
March 26 - March 27
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm EST
What is the MOST IMPORTANT first step when it comes to learning how to decorate your home...find out in the Back to Basics Bootcamp.
Register at: https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Back to Basics Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
"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 knows EXACTLY what she wants. Why? How? Susan is learning to understand her unique design style and she's applying that style to the decision surrounding her couch. What's the problem then? The problem is that we haven't looked long enough for a couch that meets her aesthetic. I have full confidence that we'll find it.
In this behind the scenes look at Office Hours inside of Home Design 101, Susan has several other ah-ha moments. Those teeny tiny side tables she inherited from her parents. They hold a lot of power. So much power that they are dictating bigger decisions like which dining table to purchase. How can something that small have so much power? We talk about it inside Office Hours and we're inviting you in on the conversation.
If you want design break throughs and coaching like Susan, join me inside Home Design 101 or join me inside our:
BACK TO BASICS BOOTCAMP
March 26 - March 27
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm EST
What is the MOST IMPORTANT first step when it comes to learning how to decorate your home...find out in the Back to Basics Bootcamp.
Register at: https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Back to Basics Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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 teaching you the three steps to partnering together to reach the goals you have for your home. Do you get to have it all your way? Maybe...or maybe not. The goal, however, is never to bully your partner into relenting, nor is it to have you relent on what it is that you want. Finding a solution that works for the two of you is the goal.
BACK TO BASICS BOOTCAMP
March 26 - March 27
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm EST
What is the MOST IMPORTANT first step when it comes to learning how to decorate your home...find out in the Back to Basics Bootcamp.
Register at: https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Back to Basics Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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 episode I share five tips that help you allude to spring in your decorating and by doing THAT, you immediately elevate the look of your home's design.
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Spring clean - including decluttering, airing out and rearranging
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Bring the outdoors in, but first you need to go outdoors to gather inspiration
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Shop the house for things you already own that allude to spring
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Re-enter items into your room in layers - double and triple checking your choice before styling
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Take a picture to check your volume and location of decorations
Want to learn more about decorating your home? Join me for:
BACK TO BASICS BOOTCAMP
March 26th and March 27th
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm EST
Register here: https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Back to Basics Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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 you alone. Why? Because you and I can both be looking at the exact same picture with the same design style label and interpret it two different ways.
Inside the BACK TO BASICS BOOTCAMP I teach you how to learn your design style...not just how to recognize a pretty picture. I teach you the nuances that make up your style and help you make a label that YOU understand. When you do that...you UNLOCK the secret to learning how to decorate your home.
This is the NUMBER ONE thing you should do when you are wanting to learn how to decorate your home, you're feeling stuck or uninspired, you feel like you lack the decorating gene. THIS, friend, is it!
Register for
BACK TO BASICS BOOTCAMP
March 26 - March 27
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm EST
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Back to Basics Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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 our homes so we can live BIG even in small spaces.
Organization isn't just about everything having a place to call home, it's about functionality and having homes that serve the family well through intentional organizational planning.
"When you start with a blank space, you can make better space for the things you have to store." - Kimberly Armstrong
Learning the art of conscious consuming is at the heart of having an organized space. You'll learn that conscious consuming is being mindful of what you're bringing into your home and why. You can be a conscious consumer when you ask yourself:
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Do I need it?
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What's the cost of the item (both monetary and physical)?
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Where's it going to live?
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Does it add value to my home in a way that serves my family?
You can connect with Kimberly on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/armstrong_design_collective/
or on her website at:
https://www.armstrongdesigncollective.com/
ANNOUNCEMENT:
BACK TO BASICS BOOTCAMP
A FREE, LIVE two day event where you learn the most important first step of where to start when you are wanting to learn to decorate your home.
Join me:
March 26 - March 27
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm EST
Register: https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Back to Basics Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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 her fear about putting more color into her home decorating. We first need to break through the barriers that are keeping her stuck, but then we dive right into the tactical ways she can approach adding more color and playfulness in a home that is mostly benign in design.
If you're ready to embrace color, cohesiveness and your design style in your home but you don't know where to start, I invite you to join me in my LIVE, FREE two day Back to Basics Bootcamp where I am teaching you the power of understanding and identifying your personal design style so you can begin making confident design decisions in your own home with less overwhelm, frustration and wasted money.
Register for:
BACK TO BASICS BOOTCAMP
March 26 - 27 @ 9am PST
FREE EVENT
https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
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Back to Basics Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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, comfortable and layered with warm tones and lots of texture. Quality furnishings that span the generations are a highlight while timelessness trumps the latest trend.
Listen to today's episode for the seven elements you can infuse into your space if you want a home that feels a little more chic than plain ol' grandpa's...Grandpa Chic.
Learn Your Home Design Style
Register for the LIVE, FREE two day training, Back to Basics Bootcamp, where I teach you how to identify your personal design style so you can make confident design decisions, waste less money and time and ultimately create a home that you love coming home to.
Back to Basics Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
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 this capacity only confirms only one thing: that we know how to identify pretty pictures. That is a great start, but identifying pretty pictures and translating those to your home are two separate skills.
Taking some of those pretty pieces we find on Pinterest and isolating individual objects to place onto a mood board or notebook of inspiration is the next best step.
But knowing HOW to identify which specific pieces should go onto those mood boards is key!
In this episode I'm teaching you why looking at the small, fine details matter and how they matter MOST for being able to create a BIG picture vision for your home's design.
This is a high level teaching of how to start identifying the small design elements that make up your style, but I'm teaching more specifically HOW to identify your style inside my
FREE two day LIVE workshop:
BACK TO BASICS BOOTCAMP
March 26th - 27th
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm EST
Can't join live? Not a problem...all registrants receive the training emailed to them after the event.
REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Back to Basics Bootcamp: https://bit.ly/figandfarmbootcamp
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
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 and host of The Busy Vibrant Mama podcast, Michelle Byrd, she shares 5 MUST DO time management tips for creating more efficiency throughout your day so you have time for the things that really matter. And if the thing that really matters is FINALLY transforming your tired, un-inspirational home into a home that you get all tingly good feels from...then sit back and take some notes! Then register for Home Design 101 so you can get started today!
If you missed part 1 of the conversation, you can listen to that here!
LOVE TO LEARN CONFERENCE:
In just a couple weeks, I'll be joining a panel of 39 other expert
s in their field as we provide tips, tricks and practical advice for how you can best support your teenage learner if they are struggling with the concept of loving learning. My topic: the importance of setting up a home environment, but more specifically a learning environment, that will honor your kiddo and support their learning while being a place of inspiration. Sound like a lot? You'll have to tune in to listen.
Love to Learn 3 is happening: February 26 - March 3
This FREE event is open to anyone...share with a friend, a neighbor, an auntie - anyone you know who has a teen who might benefit from a little support.
Register here: https://findyourcalling--studywithjessy.thrivecart.com/vippasslovetolearn3/
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
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 you register for Home Design 101. Home Design 101 has been created with YOU in mind - to give you design and decorating principles to learn with times of support and guidance when you're ready to take action!
And Wendy is learning and growing leaps and bounds! You'll hear her share one of her biggest take-aways from inside the course...NOT spending money on things she may appreciate, but doesn't necessarily need.
Are YOU ready to take the leap? Home Design 101 is OPEN for registration. Register here:
Home Design 101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
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, coming out next week).
In today's episode we're talking about how to effectively, efficiently and with minimal expectations - manage your time as you balance ALL THE THINGS as a mom of littles...you know the ones - the ones who don't go to school yet and who need you ALL day long.
Not a mom of littles or a mom at all? These tips will apply to you too! We talk about 5 healthy time habits that will allow you to create more margin in your days and weeks so you can finally spend some of your energy creating a space that you can't stop gushing about!!
LOVE TO LEARN CONFERENCE:
In just a couple weeks, I'll be joining a panel of 39 other experts in their field as we provide tips, tricks and practical advice for how you can best support your teenage learner if they are struggling with the concept of loving learning. My topic: the importance of setting up a home environment, but more specifically a learning environment, that will honor your kiddo and support their learning while being a place of inspiration. Sound like a lot? You'll have to tune in to listen.
Love to Learn 3 is happening: February 26 - March 3
This FREE event is open to anyone...share with a friend, a neighbor, an auntie - anyone you know who has a teen who might benefit from a little support.
Register here: https://findyourcalling--studywithjessy.thrivecart.com/vippasslovetolearn3/
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Connect with Michelle Byrd: https://byrdmichelle.com/
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
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:
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Leave it as-is and do nothing
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Try to lighten it by highlighting the contrasts
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Embrace the dark and create an intentionally moody, refined, cozy space
If you'd like to learn more about how to combat a naturally dark room in your home, go back and listen to Episode 224.
In today's episode we are embracing the darkness and creating an intentionally refined, yet cozy, moody space. I share five design elements that will help you to achieve the look:
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Dark walls
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A color palette with colors that have deep undertones
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Ambient lighting
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Warm accents: wood and brass
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Textures: velvet and leather
Bonus: traditional pattern
Creating intentional spaces in your home using your design aesthetic (or design style) is something that can be learned. If you are wanting to learn how to create a home that looks cohesive and feels cozy, whether it is bright and airy or moody and broody, I invite you to join me inside Home Design 101 where we learn all things home design in terms YOU can understand. Join us here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: enter to win a $50 Home Goods gift card by leaving a 5 star written review on Apple Podcast. When you leave a review, take a screenshot and email me at hello@figandfarmathome.com or send me a DM on Instagram @figandfarm
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Win a $50 Home Goods gift card: leave a review on Apple Podcast
(last day to enter to win: 2/14/24)
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
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 chairs and the retro lights. Why? Because Barbiecore was a trend two seconds ago but hasn't been seen since last summer.
It's time to learn the design elements that are the hallmark of a timeless, classic and cohesively designed home. In this episode I shed light on the 10 design elements that are in every home that looks timeless, classic and cohesive. Grab your notebook because you're going to want to take notes.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS inside the show:
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The winner of the $50 Home Goods gift card for filling out the survey. THANK YOU! If you'd still like to fill out the survey, I would greatly appreciate your insight. You can fill it out here: https://forms.gle/WSmEWFzQrGJMc6Nz6
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We're doing another $50 Home Goods gift card GIVEAWAY in celebration of fig & farm (at home) reaching 100,000 downloads!!! How do you enter to win:
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Go to APPLE PODCAST and leave a 5 * written review
- Take a screenshot of the review that you wrote and...
- Email it to me at hello@figandfarmathome.com or send it to me on Instagram @figandfarm
Directions for how to leave a review:
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Open Apple Podcasts
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Search fig & farm (at home)
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Write a review in the box
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Win a $50 Home Goods gift card: leave a review on Apple Podcast
(last day to enter to win: 2/14/24)
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
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 is with paint!).
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Contrast
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Warm metals
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Heaviness/ weightiness of furniture
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Layers
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Ambience
Do you have a question that you want answered on the show? Send your question here: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Are you ready to learn more about creating a home that you LOVE coming home to? Register for Home Design 101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Win a $50 Home Goods gift card: https://forms.gle/2Ua3Tv8s56Mc23je7
(last day to enter to win: 2/6/24)
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
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 looks pleasing to your design sensibilities (aka pretty)?
In this episode I'm sharing easy solutions for hiding everyday clutter that goes beyond 'put it in a basket'. I share strategies for using multi-purpose furniture, containing shoes, hiding magazines, organizing a coffee station and more.
What's your favorite way to hide everyday clutter? Share it inside the Facebook group at: https://www.bit.ly/design101group
Want to earn a FREE $50 gift card to
Home Goods?
Fill out this SURVEY for a chance to win. Survey closes February 6th!
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Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Win a $50 Home Goods gift card: https://forms.gle/2Ua3Tv8s56Mc23je7
Happy clutter-hiding!
dani
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 antiquated piece of furniture with a more modern home with modern furnishings.
First thing's first...if you're receiving this as a gift from a family member who wants to 'keep it in the family' be sure you understand the rules of engagement - aka - the expectations. Know the boundaries up front before you agree to say yes to a piece that, though lovely, you may not want to keep in its current state. Ask: will you be ok if I change it (paint it, stain it, add legs to it, add wallpaper to it, etc.). If the answer is no, as the receiver of the gift, it's OK for you to politely decline.
However, there are things you can do to marry vintage furniture with a more modern design style.
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If it's part of a set - break up the set. Furniture sets in general immediately date your room often times create a bulkiness in the room that is hard to design or decorate around.
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Remember that contrast is a good thing. Think in terms of opposites attract: old vs. new. Light vs. dark. Opposite, in home design are no different. Pairing complete opposites is a fun way to design a home. Think of these combos as examples: masculine vs. feminine. Industrial vs. modern.
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Modify the original piece by painting or staining it, changing hardware, adding wallpaper, legs or caning. Think outside the box to modify it in a way that makes the structure of the antiquated design a bit more current.
Are you ready to learn how to marry your vintage pieces of furniture with your more modern design aesthetic? Learn how inside Home Design 101!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!
dani
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 mistake might actually be the best thing for you! Why? Because mistakes mean ACTION. And action is opposite of being stuck.
The 5 Ps to help you take action in home decorating when you're worried about making a mistake:
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Petite: start small
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Pin: see the big picture by going microscopic (hint: it's not about collecting beautiful images on Pinterest)
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Practice: taking action, even small action, is better than staying stuck
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Partner: grab a partner, take a class, hire a coach - get the accountability, but DON'T put out a poll on Facebook
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Patience: celebrate your progress, embrace the imperfections and have a little grace for this learning period
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Have you ever wondered how to shop like a designer?
What do they do first? How do they save money? How do they make decisions with confidence? How do they know it will look good together before they bring it all home?
In this episode we're answering listener Sidney's questions - how to shop like a designer so I can stop making poor choices?
In this episode I share the five steps to shopping with confidence, staying in budget, making careful selections and it all starts with...
PUTTING YOUR CREDIT CARD AWAY
But what happens after that? After you commit to NOT running to the nearest home decor store or your favorite website?
You understand the needs of your room. You create a plan. You work on the foundation, creating a color palette. You make a budget. You learn of the changes that you'd like to make, which ones will have the largest most dramatic impact and you start there. You take your time.
Learn more about creating a cohesive color palette here: https://figandfarmathome.podbean.com/e/195/
Ready to make those changes in your own home? Learn how inside Home Design 101.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Trend alert for 2024: Quiet Luxury Homes
The markers of a Quiet Luxury design style are design elements that:
~ mix old/new
~ use earth tones
~ have a classic subtle design
~ are quality pieces
~ are minimalistic in nature
~ are comfortable and inviting
But HOW do you infuse Quiet Luxury into your home? In this episode I share 6 easy ways you can start infusing different elements into your home's design that feel and look like they belong inside a Quiet Luxury magazine!
Want specific help learning how to infuse Quiet Luxury into your home? Taking Home Design 101 teaches you the foundations of decorating your home so you can infuse QL this year and bright and bold when your style changes in fifteen years. Register here for Home Design 101.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Can decorating your home be as EASY as going grocery shopping?!
In today's episode we're taking an every-day errand that you likely don't think twice about and using that concept to help make decorating your home easier!
Shopping the perimeter at the grocery store is something you might do to focus your attention on gathering healthy foods, making good choices, and staying on budget.
The same idea applies to your home. Focusing on the perimeter of your home is a strategy you can apply in order to make decorating easier.
What's on the perimeter (inside of course) of your home? The floors, the walls, the ceilings. Creating a plan that starts with the perimeter of your home can help you make the BIGGEST, most IMPACTFUL change when home decorating.
If you are ready to make BIG, IMPACTFUL change inside your home and want help creating a plan, understanding your aesthetic, choosing a color palette, learning how to style your shelves, mantels...all the things...you can register for Home Design 101 here. We have LIVE office hours every other week and a private, student-only Facebook Group where you can get your questions answered as you learn to create a home that you can't stop gushing about!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Have you been waiting ALL year to know what's hot in home design this coming year?
Scouring through blogs, articles, Pinterest pins, Instagram posts...all the places...you might be surprised to know that not a lot has changed, trend-wise, going into 2024. We're still seeing sustainable materials, bringing the outdoors in, a move away from white, more color and more personality from last year.
So what's my BIG takeaway?
Be mindful, intentional consumers who aren't afraid to make decisions for your home that make it look different than the home next door! Easy right?! In the next few weeks we'll dive into HOW to bring some of these 'trends' into your home design in a way that doesn't require tearing down walls or taking out a second mortgage. If you haven't hit SUBSCRIBE yet, do so, so you don't miss out!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Does this new year have you itching for simplicity in your home?
"How do I simplify my decor?" This question came in from a listener and that's what we're talking about at the start of this brand new year. Simplifying your decor doesn't mean you have to become a minimalist or move into a tiny home. Simplifying your decor can start by taking a good look at what you have and being intentional about what takes up real estate in your home.
Six easy steps to simplify your decor:
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Think about how you feel in your space with it 'full.'
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Remove all the stuff except for the anchor pieces and let your room be quiet.
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Declutter as you go.
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Sit with a quiet room for a week and think about how you like the quiet room.
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Hold each item one at a time and evaluate if it: brings you joy or adds value. If it does, it goes back in. If not, it goes in the donation box.
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Take one last trip to the donation center.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy quieting your home!
xo,
dani
Is your home BORING?
"Boredom is choice" is a phrase I often repeat to my boys when they complain of being bored. With a million and one choices of things to do, boredom is a choice - an equal player in those million options.
Boredom in your home is no different. Boredom is a choice. If you are bored with your home's design, you have a choice of doing something about it or staying stagnant. Choices, btw, don't have to cost a lot.
In this episode I'm sharing eight things you can do in your home that can help you beat the boredom and the best part is...they don't have to cost a lot and some of them are absolutely FREE!
The choice is yours...beat the boredom or stay stuck.
THIS WEEK ONLY...individual Decorating S.O.S. Coaching Calls are available to book so that you can BEAT the boredom and get started creating a home that you delight in, that inspires you, that tells your story and that you can't wait to come home to!
Book your Decorating S.O.S. Coaching Call here: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/45minutedesigncoachingcall
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Do you love saving money?
If you love saving money when decorating your home you NEED to listen to today's conversation with Decorating S.O.S. client, Alissa. In the course of one hour, we saved Alissa almost $4000. When you spend time intentionally planning your space, you not only make decisions that are more aligned with your aesthetic, but you learn to spend your money wisely. Wisely doesn't always mean spending less of it, but learning when to save more on an item and when to use what you have.
The temptation for homeowners who want to make design changes is to go out and buy all new things, but planning what changes you should make and learning the order of when those changes should happen DIRECTLY affects your spending...and often times, in a good way - a way that makes your bank account smile a very puffy smile!!!
THIS WEEK ONLY...I'M OPENING UP SINGLE DECORATING S.O.S. COACHING CALLS so you can start making a plan toward change in your home this new year!
Book your Decorating S.O.S. Call here: https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/45minutedesigncoachingcall
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Do you dread cleaning?
Cleaning...you either love it or you hate it! And if you hate it, it's easy to put everything else as higher priority than the chore you dread. But cleaning your home is a necessary evil...it needs to be done. And I don't know about you, but I LOVE a clean house. I just didn't like the process of cleaning...
UNTIL NOW!
This episode dives into a cleaning routine that is easy to use, easy to maintain and easy to share with a friend because they'll be asking who your new housekeeper is!
As we enter this new year, give this system a try and share how it's going inside our private Facebook Group: https://www.design101group
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy cleaning!
xo,
dani
Do you want your home to LOOK EXPENSIVE without spending a lot of money?
In this episode, I'm sharing 10 practical ways you can make your home look expensive without the added expense! Staying on budget requires intentional design decisions, but your home can look elevated without spending a lot of money!
Enjoy this replay of one of the year's top downloaded episodes and apply what you've learned. Share what you are doing to make your home look expensive without spending a lot of money inside our private Facebook Group at: https://www.design101group
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Home Goals 2024
Do you have them?!
The beginning of a new year can be so inspiring...just think of the possibilities! As a people group we are so good at making resolutions for our health, our finances, our job, our family...but when was the last time you thought about goals for your home?
In this episode I'm sharing four things to think about as you reflect on how your home served you this past year and how those reflections can guide the action we take inside our home this near year. Setting big goals is wonderful, but supporting those goals with the first three action steps is critical in the success of seeing that goal to fruition.
If creating a home environment that feels cozy, looks cohesive and DELIGHTS you is one of your goals this year...I invite you to join me inside Home Design 101 where you can finally learn the steps you need so you can begin taking action.
Register for Home Design 101 and take $50 off through 12/23/23 by using code: ITSTIME at checkout
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
xo,
dani
RULES: you either love them or hate them!
When it comes to decorating your home, rules can be helpful but also restricting. Let's think of them as guidelines. Guidelines are meant to be shifted and change depending on the purpose of styling. Today, we're talking BOOKSHELF STYLING.
Bookshelves are an opportunity for you to showcase your personal style while telling your story. Bookshelves, however, can be 100% books or 100% tchotchkes. The balance I like to create and the one we're talking about inside today's episode is bookshelves that use this ONE rule: 80/20
Bookshelves that have 80% practicality (not all books as you'll hear inside the show) and 20% accessories.
Here's a challenge for you: think about displaying some practical, yet beautiful pieces on your bookshelf instead of tucking them away inside your closed cabinets or taking up real estate inside your garage.
What are beautiful pieces that are practical for a bookshelf?
Vases, baskets, and boxes are just a few.
Ready to learn even more about bookshelf styling? Join Home Design 101 where styling your flat surfaces, including bookshelves, is an entire module! You'll be an expert by the end!!!
LAST DAY to get $50 OFF Home Design 101 with code: ITSTIME
Register here: Home Design 101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy bookshelf styling!
xo,
dani
HOW DO YOU SIMPLIFY THE DESIGN PROCESS AND START?
In today's episode we're talking about FINALLY taking action and applying all of the things you've been learning about home design. But here's the hard truth...if you want an easy pill, the easy button, the fast action...hire a designer.
For the rest of you who are READY to APPLY what you've been learning, follow these four steps:
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STOP consuming inspiration
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Think about your WHY and determine if it is STRONGER than the limiting belief that has been keeping you stuck in in-action
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Make a plan
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Enlist a little help
HELP can come in the form of long-term application: Google, Youtube, consumption from podcasts, blogs, etc.
OR
HELP can come in the form of short-term application: Home Design 101, a 9 module self-paced course that guides you through the steps you need to take in order to create a cozy, cohesive looking home. Office hours every other week are included with this course so you can receive the individualized help that you need specific to your home.
Now through Tuesday, December 18th, get $50 OFF Home Design 101 with code: ITSTIME
Register here: Home Design 101
Can't wait to see you inside Home Design 101!
dani
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Do you DELIGHT in your home?
Delight means to take 'great pleasure in' or be 'pleased greatly by' something. At fig & farm (at home) our goal is NOT perfection in our homes. Our goal is delight: to create homes that reflect your family's story while while being a joyful space for you to spend time with the people you love most.
In today's episode, we're taking a break from the tips for home decorating and focusing our attention on creating intentionality inside your homes so you can delight in your home this holiday season.
5 tips for delighting in your home this holiday season:
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Identify the barriers standing in your way of delight
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Remediate or remove those barriers
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Surround yourself with the things you love
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Make space for the people you love most
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Practice gratitude for things both BIG and small
Are you ready to create a home that feels cozy and looks cohesive? Join Home Design 101 to have guidance all along the design journey. Get your questions answered inside our private, student-only Facebook Group and have twice monthly Office Hours. Home Design 101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
Can your design style be too specific?
In today's podcast I'm answering one listener's question who is asking if her desire to have a Coastal Cowgirl home would be too specific. She wants to know how to keep thematic decorating like that on the sophisticated, rather than cheesy side.
In today's episode I'm sharing how NO personal design style can ever be too specific - in fact, the more specific the better. I walk her through a couple of exercises to help her understand how to bring in 'coastal' and 'cowgirl' - a combination I've never heard of, into decorating-harmony inside her home.
How do you learn your design style? By being specific and then more specific and even more specific. You can learn how to identify your style inside Home Design 101.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
Do YOU know your personal design style?
Hey friend!
Inside this episode you get to be a fly on the wall as I have a conversation with Andrea about identifying her design aesthetic. At the beginning of our conversation she wasn't sure what it was, but you'll hear that she actually knew EXACTLY what it was in very nuanced terms.
Is YOUR DESIGN STYLE within reach just like Andrea's?
Every two weeks inside Home Design 101 we have Office Hours where I answer questions from the students so they can have design breakthroughs just like Andrea. Ready for your design break through?
REGISTER: Home Design 101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
Ready to re-finish furniture, but you don't know where to start?
How do you know if you should paint it or stain it?
What do you do with water stains or deep scratches?
How do you sand it?
What paint do you use?
These are some of the questions you may be asking yourself and these same questions may be keeping you stuck so you end up NOT re-finishing the piece that you want to.
In this episode I'm sharing tips for how to successfully start refinishing your first piece of furniture, how to choose what to do with it and what to look out for. Is painting or staining up to you? Not entirely...it's all about the furniture. I teach you what to look out for and what might make a project more difficult than it has to be.
Share YOUR furniture re-finishes inside our group: https://bit.ly/design101group
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
"How do I make my bedroom look cute?"
This question came in from one listener who is desiring to make her bedroom look and feel a bit more like a retreat after the end of a long day. Using these 5 tips inside your bedroom (even inside the rest of your home) can help you elevate the look of your home.
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Create a color palette using three colors: one foundational color and two accent colors
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Add layers and texture. Doing so creates depth and nuance inside your room. Nuance elevates the overall look making the design go from flat to a little more complex.
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Repetition is key to great design...even in the bedroom. Repeating colors from the color palette throughout your room in items like textiles, curtains, decor accessories, and artwork will help unify the space making it feel cohesive.
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Break up the match-matchy pieces: bedding sets, bedroom furniture. This is your permission to remove a couple pieces and replace them with contrasting pieces that add a little more personality. Doing this will elevate the look of your room instantly.
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Styling the bedding: plump those pillows. Get them out from under the cover and let them have a moment near the headboard. Don't worry about adding fifteen - that's overkill. But can you have five? Yup. And those five will look stunning if you're following the other suggestions!
Five quick tips for styling your bedroom in a way that looks and feels like a. cozy, calming retreat at the end of the day. Want help styling your bedroom? Inside Home Design 101 you gain the tools and knowledge for how to create a home that you can't stop gushing about! With bi-weekly coaching to give you guidance and support, this is a no-brainer!
Register here for: Home Design 101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Facebook Community: https://design101group
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Are you ready to host for the holidays?
Is the idea of hosting for the holidays stressful? If you answered yes, ask yourself "WHY?" Sometimes it's the personalities of the people we're hosting. Sometimes we don't know how to encourage conversation and it's just so awkward.
BUT SOMETIMES...we are just so insecure with how our home looks, feels and functions that we don't feel confident to welcome others in.
In today's episode, I'm sharing how you can identify which barrier may be keeping you from hosting others and what to do about it!
Learn to love your home in a way that you can't stop gushing about it inside Home Design 101, a self-paced course that teaches you how to decorate your home from the color palette to the color of metals. There's bi-weekly support so you can get your questions answered in real time!
Register here: Home Design 101
Want my Black Friday holiday catalog? Reply "Black Friday" for yours!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://design101group
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Happy hosting!
xo,
dani
Don't have TIME to decorate your home?
In this episode we determine if we lack time or we lack motivation? Sometimes our desire to make change is greater than our motivation to actually decorate and we confuse ourselves into thinking we have no time, when the reality is that we lack the motivation.
In an effort to find time when we think we have none, I teach you how to do a time audit so you can see the holes in your day when productivity can start. Then I give you five creative ideas for creating more time and/or motivating you into action.
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Have a one week no screen time rule and see ALL the time that magically appears
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Swapping with a friend (childcare, meal prep, or man power)
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Have a Power Hour (at the beginning or end of your day) where you are waking early or going to bed late so you can have uninterrupted time in your day to get your work done.
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Give yourself a carrot (an external motivator) for reaching your goal
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Accountability (small group is best, you'll hear why and you'll also learn a suggestion for making it more fun for everyone)
You CAN create more time if you want it, but the question that needs to be asked and the answer revealed in truth...how motivated are you to create that time to make change happen?
As always,
xo,
dani
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Home Design 101 (a self-paced course that teaches you how to decorate your home on a budget): https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Ready to DECLUTTER but you don't know where to start?
Have you tried decluttering but haven't felt very successful? Do you wonder if you should empty out an entire room or start small and go item by item?
In this episode we're talking about different strategies for decluttering. I give three examples of decluttering in a BIG way...like you want the stuff gone and you want it gone NOW kind of way.
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KonMari Method
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Swedish Death Cleaning
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Clean Sweep
I also share five ways you can declutter with a more gentle approach. These strategies are great if you are gradually building up momentum or in a phase of maintaining a big purge recently completed.
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Round Robin Method
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12 - 12 - 12
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5 Item Rule
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Domino Method
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30 Day Minimalism Game or 30 Day Declutter Challenge
Try one, try them all, but no matter which method you choose get accountability. Tell a buddy what your goals are, what your vision for you home is and ask them to check in with you. Need us to do it? We're BEYOND HAPPY to do that. Join the Facebook Community and post your goals, your method, even your clutter trigger (listen to Ep. 198 to know what that is) there and we'll check in with your progress!! https://bit.ly/design101group
// Links Mentioned in Show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy decluttering!!
xo,
dani
Do you LOVE your home?
OR
Do you WANT to love your home?
As a home owner, you are in a unique position as the author of the story you want your home to tell. You're also the artist behind the canvas of your created home. Basically...you're in charge in a BIG way! But if you don't love your home, you could be feeling a bit stuck! Afterall, you have literally made every decision about the items inside your home - even the ones that you may not think you have.
For example:
~ You moved in to a home with gray walls. You didn't choose that color, but you chose to KEEP that color.
~ You inherited that ugly sofa from your mom. You didn't choose that sofa, but you chose not to say NO and now you're choosing to KEEP it.
Whether you love your home or not, is a CHOICE. Knowing WHAT to do about is entirely different. That's what we're talking about in today's episode. The first step in loving your home: recognizing that your home isn't happening TO YOU but you are the one in charge!
When you're ready to take guided action on LOVING your home, Home Design 101 is open. Register here: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
// Links Mentioned in Show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly.design101group
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
xo,
dani
Are you ready to DE-CLUTTER?
The holidays are coming and the guests will be coming over...is your house ready?
In this episode we're diving deep into the world of clutter. It's not all the same and the different types might affect you in different ways than it does, say, your spouse. We're chatting about six common types of clutter (there are more, but we're starting here) and next week, we'll be chatting about different tips, tricks and strategies you can use to combat the different types.
Types of clutter:
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Over abundance
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Useful
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Aspirational
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Homeless
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Sentimental
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Price-tag dependent
What type of clutter stops you in your decluttering tracks? Share it inside our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy de-cluttering!
xo,
dani
Are you ready for an EASY kitchen update?
(And how proficient of a DIYer are you?)
In this episode I'm sharing 3 EASY, ANYONE CAN DO DIY updates for your kitchen. And one of them is absolutely FREE (and if I'm being really honest...will bring the BIGGEST reward to your space). Then I share 3 MODERATE, YOU MAY NEED A LITTLE EXPERIENCE OR HAND HOLDING DIY updates that are a little pricier and require a little more bravery and/or skill to pull off.
But ALL OF THEM are do-able, teach-able/ learn-able and will make a big change in your kitchen!!
Share your kitchen DIYs inside the Facebook Group so we can all ooh and ahhh at what you've accomplished.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bitl.y/design101group
Are you ready to learn how to create a home you LOVE coming home to?
Learn where to start, what to prioritize, how to choose decor items with confidence, how NOT to spend a gajillion dollars and SO MUCH MORE inside Home Design 101.
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If you're ready to have a home you can't wait to invite others to
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If you're ready to look around in amazement and what YOU'VE decorated
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If you're ready to learn the skills so you don't have to keep hiring a designer (or worse...just live with the janky for years to come)
Home Design 101 is for you!!
Register here: igandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
BLACK FRIDAY
You either LOVE it or HATE it!
If you need items for your home decorating project you won't want to miss Black Friday sales, but are you READY? And what does being ready for Black Friday even mean?
Start by creating a PLAN. A solid decorating plan does not start with making a list of things you'd like to purchase. Creating a plan for decorating involves learning your aesthetic, understanding the purpose of the room, learning the sequence of when to purchase the items that will make big impact and not spending until you've checked your plan with your calendar - so your spending will align with deeply discounted items (usually offered on or around Black Friday).
How do you learn to make this magical home decorating plan? You learn inside of Home Design 101 - a self paced course that teaches you the steps in the design process so you can finally create a home that you are delighted to come home to and invite your friends over to.
Register for Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Happy planning!
xo,
dani
Creating a cohesive flow throughout your home starts by choosing a color palette that can flow seamlessly room to room!
If you are wondering why your home doesn't look cohesive...check your color palette. Then, check other things too, like repetition of design elements, layers, etc (you can find ALL of that inside HOME DESIGN 101).
In this episode I am sharing the most basic way you can create a color palette to use as a foundational backdrop for creating a cohesive home. Plugging your palette into a formula and checking that formula for general accuracy, as well as items that could negate (or bully) your palette will help 'fact check' how your formula is performing for you in your home.
Want to learn more secrets of home design? Join Home Design 101, a self-paced course where you learn the process of how to create a home that you LOVE...a home that looks appropriately grown up, despite the hand-me downs you may still be living with!
Register here: Home Design 101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Do you struggle with comparing your home to others?
WHY do their homes look SO good...like, seriously, all the time? Where is their clutter? How can they afford those things?
We can choose to give in to comparison of fight back! I'm choosing to fight back and I want you to also! In this episode we're talking about the main root of comparison and how it might be keeping you stuck in inaction and then WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT!!!
Walk away feeling inspired to take action, to JUST START, even if the starting is small. Because small leads to growing confidence. Growing confidence exercises your design decision muscles and pretty soon, you're off to the races!
Share how you're kicking comparison to the curb and how you are JUST STARTING inside the Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
And, if JUST STARTING means you're finally ready to say yes to Home Design 101 - you can so that here, where you receive support along the journey: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Wesbite: https://figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Renewed Conference 2023: https://findyourcalling--herrenewedstrength.thrivecart.com/2023-renewed-conference/
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Which comes first: functionality or aesthetics?
"My entryway isn't functional...or cute. There are shoes everywhere and it looks so uninviting. I'd like to give it a facelift, but what things should I consider?"
This was the question posed by listener, Julie, who wanted to refresh her space and wondered what things to consider so she could make the best choices for her entryway.
In today's episode we're talking about how to assess the PURPOSE of the room - what she wants her room to do for her, as well as how it is currently underperforming before choosing items that are her design style.
Learning the steps in the home decorating process is an important part of Home Design 101 where I teach you:
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How to identify the purpose of the room
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How to identify your individual design aesthetic or design style
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How to create a cohesive color palette
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How to understand the importance of scale and size
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How to create a mood board so you see how the items mingle before purchasing
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How to know where (and when) to spend your budget wisely while making BIG dramatic changes in your home
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How to style like a pro
And SO MUCH MORE!!
Register for Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
When it comes to fall decorating, are you OVER:
complicating
theme-izing
crowding
buying
In today's episode I share three ways you could be overcomplicating your fall decorating and how to remediate them simply. No more merchandising your home, but styling with intentionality by assessing what you have, shopping what you already own, removing things when you start and using nature as inspiration.
Share your fall decorating inspiration with our Facebook Community at: https://design101group
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Become a Design Bestie (just say 'hi'): hello@figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Renewed Conference: https://findyourcalling--herrenewedstrength.thrivecart.com/2023-renewed-conference/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy fall styling!
xo,
dani
How do you organize when you have too much stuff?
Today's episode is answering a listener's question who is asking for organizing tips throughout the home, especially when you have too much stuff. Is it possible?
Short answer - yes! When you utilize your home's natural boundaries, then categorize and sub-categorize within those boundaries not only will you be able to find what it is you are looking for, but you'll be able to see when you're stuff exceeds the boundaries. THIS is a natural way to help you keep the clutter out.
For example: the natural boundary in the kitchen is the pantry with five shelves. Each shelf houses items that fit categorically (i.e. baking shelf, general cooking shelf, snack shelf, etc). On each shelf are sub categories, i.e. smaller containers to house the category of item. When that container reaches capacity it's time to use what I have, go through what's there or stop purchasing said items.
Example in my home:
Natural boundary: pantry with five shelves
Categories: general cooking shelf
Sub-categories: container for pastas, container for grains, section for canned goods
Share your organizing tips inside the Facebook Group
@ https://bit.ly/design101group
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Is it possible to update my home without spending any money?
So glad we're having this conversation today because YES, it is POSSIBLE to update your home without spending any money. Listen in as I answer listener June's question about wanting to make change inside her home with ZERO BUDGET.
In a nutshell:
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edit your stuff
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rearrange your furniture
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borrow stuff from other rooms
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gather from the outdoors
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restyle furniture that takes up a lot of real estate
Listen in and share your ZERO BUDGET updates inside the Facebook Group @ https://bit.ly/design101group
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
WARNING: you could have one or more of these things inside your home, but as you listen to this list I want you to know...
Once you KNOW BETTER you can DO BETTER
You, just in the very nature of listening to this podcast, are in the process of knowing better. Apply what you can now and when it's time to make design decisions use what you know to make better decisions than you did last time.
If you are ready to have help making those changes and are ready to learn more than one podcast episode at a time, I invite you to join me inside Home Design 101 where we are actively learning to make confident design decisions inside our homes: to create cohesive homes that reflect our unique design aesthetic and our personality!
Register for Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
My home used to be ugly!
You read that right. Until I knew better, I couldn't do better. My first home...was ugly. Every room in the open concept home was painted a different color, there was no continuity or cohesiveness - nothing to tie it all together. Until you know better, you won't be able to do better in your own home.
Pinterest will only be so helpful. HGTV shows will only be so inspiring. Hiring a fancy-pants home designer will leave you thousands in the hole (with a beautiful home, but thousands in the hole).
It's time to KNOW BETTER!
Home Design 101 is open!!!
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Learn anywhere, anytime
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Lower price point
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Instant access
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No limited class size
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Private student-only Facebook Group to get questions answered
Learn about:
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Assessing the needs of a room
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Defining your aesthetic
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Choosing a color palette
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Creating a cohesive home
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Making a visual mood board
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Tips for shopping on a budget
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Creating a plan that works with your budget
AND SO MUCH MORE!
Join NOW through September 30th to receive $50 off with
Code: COZYHOME
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/home-design-101
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Hope to see you in class!
xo,
Dani
PUT DOWN YOUR CREDIT CARD!!!
When you are moving into a new home the temptation for decorating is STRONG! When you're starting with a blank slate like listener Andi, it's even stronger! We live in a society that honors and encourages instant gratification, but the basic home design principles encourage the opposite.
Take your time, be patient, create a plan! WHY would you do that when you so badly want to make your new home delightful?
You'll SAVE MONEY, SAVE TIME and live with LESS REGRET!
If you are wanting to learn the steps it takes to do that, register for:
THE COZY HOME WORKSHOP
September 25th and 26th
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm EST
Register here: https://bit.ly/cozyhomeworkshop
// Links Mentioned in Show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Cozy Home Workshop: https://bit.ly/cozyhomeworkshop
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Home Design 101 Waitlist: https://bit.ly/homedesign101waitlist
Are you in inspiration overload?
Pinterest, Instagram, Tik Tok, HGTV...inspiration is everywhere. We can spend so much time in inspiration consumption mode that we don't ever move into action. How do you start decorating your home when you are constantly inspired by the latest trend, the newest shiny object or a vision that doesn't seem attainable?
You start by:
~ getting in alignment with how you feel about your home
~ creating a plan and a vision for what you want your home to look and feel like
~ you work backward to create it
Listen to the second part of the conversation with interior designer Jessica Velasquez about how she inspires her clients to work beyond the vision and inspiration.
If this conversation inspired you to take action in your own home, I invite you to join me in a FREE, LIVE two day workshop where you learn the fundamentals of creating a cohesive, cozy home on a budget!
The Cozy Home Workshop
FREE, LIVE 2 day workshop
September 25th and 26th
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm EST
Register: https://bit.ly/cozyhomeworkshop
// Other links mentioned in the show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagarm: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Jessica's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/interiors_by_jessica
xo,
dani
"We all want to jump to the sexy part...making things pretty, but first we need to:
Shift our mindset
Do simple math
Understand the purpose
Be self-aware
Fix the problems
This conversation with interior designer Jessica Velasquez was a good one...good enough to repeat from last year. We talk about limiting beliefs keeping people from investing (money or time) in their environment, why home is so important, how to have pretty things while also having kids at home and SO MUCH MORE. Part two of this conversation will air tomorrow.
Are you ready to take action creating a home you love? Register for
The Cozy Home Workshop
FREE, LIVE training
September 25th and 26th
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm EST
Register at: https://bit.ly/cozyhomeworkshop
// Stay connected: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
xo,
dani
How do you make your home look cozy, relaxing and pretty?
Listener Katy, asked how she can make her home look cozy, relaxing and pretty. But how do you do that when it's entirely subjective? Cozy to one person is different than another.
In this episode I share the five things that will help Katy (and you) create a home that looks (and feels) cozy, relaxing and pretty!! One of those five things...registering for THE COZY HOME WORKSHOP!
THE COZY HOME WORKSHOP
September 25th and 26th
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm EST
Register here: https://bit.ly/cozyhomeworkshop
// Links Mentioned in Show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Waitlist for Home Design 101: https://bit.ly/homedesign101waitlist
Are you EMBARRASSED of your home?
If being embarrassed of your home isn't obvious to you, how do you know if you are? And WHAT do you do about it? In this heart felt podcast, we're talking about why you may be feeling embarrassed to welcome others into your home and how that shame can effect even the smallest kiddos.
Dani encourages and inspires those who are feeling the weight of home embarrassment to to reflect and take action, even if that action is the tiniest of steps.
Learn to create a home that you delight in, the inspires you to welcome others in. Join the waitlist for Home Design 101: https://bit.ly/homedesign101waitlist
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Home Design 101 Waitlist: https://bit.ly/homedesign101waitlist
Join us for a FREE LIVE two day workshop teaching you how to create a cozy, cohesive home on a budget!
The Cozy Home Workshop
September 25th & 26th
9am PST | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm EST
Register for The Cozy Home Workshop:
https://bit.ly/cozyhomeworkshop
Have you already wasted money on home decorating?
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Are you afraid of making any design decisions because you don't want to waste any more money?
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Do you look around your home and detest the decisions you've already made because you only see them as a waste of resources?
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Do you wish you had the confidence to make wise, cost effective home decorating decisions that you are proud of?
We can't undo what has already been done, but we can learn from our mistakes. Learning these three things BEFORE you spend any money on home decorating will not only save you money, but will help you build your decision making confidence, create a cohesive looking home and likely get you rave reviews from hose who visit!!
Do you want to learn how to create a cozy, cohesive home on a budget?
Register for my FREE, LIVE 2 day Cozy Home Workshop where you will learn how to create a strong foundation of cohesiveness in your home, so you can add the layers and textures that define cozy!
The Cozy Home Workshop
September 25th & 26th
9am PST | 10 am MT | 11am CT | 12pm PST
Register here: https://bit.ly/cozyhomeworkshop
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
The Cozy Home Workshop: https://bit.ly/cozyhomeworkshop
Home Design 101 Waitlist: https://bit.ly/homedesign101waitlist
Do you want to learn how to decorate your home using the same process as an interior decorator?
Home Design 101 will be open for registration in September. Join the waitlist here: https://bit.ly/homedesign101waitlist
Are you ready for back to school routines?
Transitioning from the lack of structure in the summertime to back to school routines can be a hard transition for a lot of families - whether you send your kiddos to school or they learn from home. Getting yourself and your home prepared for the new schedules and routines can be made easier with intentionality around these 7 places inside your home.
In this episode we're talking about 7 key zones in your home that deserve a little attention. Decluttering, organizing and intentionality go hand in hand to set these areas up well so your family time, early morning routines, and busy schedules all run a little more smoothly!
Are you ready to go back to school, now that your kids are in session?
Home Design 101 is opening its doors at the end of September!
Learn to:
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create purposeful rooms
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identify your design style
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create a plan that works with your budget and your timeline
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understand the importance of color in your home
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create a home that feels cozy and looks cohesive
Get on the waitlist here!!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
What does Barbie have to do with home decorating?
This summer when the movie Barbie was released in theaters it sent a new decor trend into action: Barbiecore. And although Barbiecore is decorating using a mostly pink palette with some neons and flashy metals, it is more than that.
Barbiecore in the most simplistic sense is:
playful
fun
whimsical
bold
confident
AND
unapologetically feminine!
We can learn a lot from Barbiecore...
even if we don't decorate with one single piece of pink inside our homes!
I'm sharing how in today's episode!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Want to learn how to decorate your own home? Get on the waitlist for Home Design 101! https://www.figandfarmathome.com/waitlist
Ready to try decorating with a little bit of pink? Here are my picks:
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Schedule a Decorating S.O.S. Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Join the Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
Do you own a vacation rental?
(Even if you DON'T this episode is for you!)
How do you make your vacation rental appeal to a broader audience, get more views and WAY more bookings while making your guests (aka clients) feel welcome without breaking the bank? That's the question we're answering in today's episode, but these tips aren't JUST for people blessed enough to have a vacation rental. These tips are designed for you too!
We talk about:
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how to neutralize a sea of browns
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how to use an area rug as an inspiration piece for the rest of your home's design
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smart ways to shop second hand
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what do about those yucky couch pillows
and so much more!
// Links mentioned in show: //
~ If you want to book out your vacation rental and are wondering WHY it's not booking, give me a call: A Decorating S.O.S. Call will help
~ Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
~ Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
~ Instagram: @figandfarm
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
What home decorating style is classic, timeless, charming, cozy and absolutely NOT pretentious?
In this episode, I am sharing the Coastal Grandma decorating style. But don't be confused or turn off the episode after reading 'grandma.' This style is opposite of doilies and floral couches. It's timeless, classic, cozy, charming, inviting, delightful...the only thing this decorating style is missing is the wafting of chocolate chip cookies!
Coastal Grandma has been a 'style' that's been around for decades (since the 1980s), though more recently it's taken center stage because this style that renowned filmmaker Nancy Meyers has so beautifully conveyed in her iconic film sets now has a name. Any decorating style that withstands trends through three decades is a good one!
// Connect with me: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
// Work with me: //
Decorating S.O.S. Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Design Done For You (many design packages to choose from): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/design-packages
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
Do you LOVE a clean house, but struggle with maintaining a consistent cleaning routine?
This was me for years, until I learned the 5 things to help make cleaning a house not feel SO overwhelming. I wanted my home to feel company ready all the time, but getting out the duster or mopping the floors felt like such a boring waste of time.
In this episode I share the cleaning system that I use that feels sustainable, but even though I love it and it works for me, I'm not claiming that it's the best! You need to learn what's BEST for you and your family. So I guide you through 5 steps that are foundational for finding a system that works for you and is sustainable for your busy mom-life.
And...today's my BIRTHDAY! Would you celebrate with me by leaving a review for the show?! Reviews help other women just like you find the show that keep you coming back time and time again. Chances are...if you like it, someone else will too. Reviews from you help make the show visible for others! And, once you leave a review, take a screenshot and share it with me over on Instagram @figanfarm!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy cleaning!
xo,
dani
A beautiful, cohesive looking home DOESN'T have to cost a lot!!
It just doesn't. It can...when you mis-spend or act before making a plan. But it doesn't have to. And the best part? You CAN have a Pottery Barn style WITH Pottery Barn pieces and STILL decorate your home on a budget...just like my client Alissa is doing as she transforms her living room.
Join us in this episode as a fly on the all as I meet with Alissa to discuss what to do with the alcoves that flank her fireplace. She shows off her brand new-to-her Room and Board glass front cabinet (that she bought on Facebook Marketplace) and we shop and plan together to design the other side of the fireplace. If you're curious how I saved her $3700 in a one hour conversation, here's the breakdown.
An identical Room & Board piece that would have added symmetry to her space would cost $3000+. We said no to that. Of the credenzas she was looking at, with each "no" she saved $500 and $200 respectively.
Decorating S.O.S. calls are designed with YOU in mind: YOUR home, YOUR style, YOUR budget! Book your Decorating S.O.S. Coaching Call before the spaces run out this summer: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
And if YOU think you're too busy...Alissa was doing this while hosting in-laws, throwing bridal showers, celebrating high school graduations, helping kiddos heal from surgeries and marrying off a son. YOU have time and you're worth it!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Decorating S.O.S. Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Are you BORED with your home?
Are you wanting change, a re-fresh, new furniture maybe...but the budget is tight?
In today's episode, I'm talking about EIGHT ways you can beat the boredom in your home's design WITHOUT spending a single penny. Is it possible? ABSOLUTELY!
Your homes are meant to be a delight. They're meant to be a place you LOVE coming home to. They're meant to be spaces where you are free to play, laugh, love, enjoy. And considering we spend a large portion of our time inside our homes...we should DELIGHT in them. But we don't always have the budget that we THINK we need to make the changes that will affect our space greatly. In this episode I'm challenging you to think again.
These eight ideas are FREE ways you can beat the boredom in your home space. Try one or try all, but don't stay stuck living in a home you can't stand. It's time to act.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Book a Decorating S.O.S. Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Which POWER tools should I start with?
If there's one question I get constantly, this would be one of them. That and...where do you find all the cheap stuff? I'm going to let you in on a little secret right now. When you have Pottery Barn style, but a Target budget, sometimes you have to DO IT YOURSELF!! Hence, the power tools.
When hiring out isn't an option, but you want to make change in your home, what is stopping you? With plenty of video tutorials out there, you may just need a little guidance on how to tip-toe your way into the DIY world so your confidence can grow project by project.
In this episode, I'm sharing my top 5 power tools that have been so easy to use as I transform my home one room at a time into a home that I'm proud to call mine. From cordless drills to air compressors, this list of easy to handle power tools will quickly become 'novice' to you as you begin your DIY journey, tackling more difficult projects requiring more difficult tools. I also share my favorite must-have DIY supplies that are always within reach.
Want to start building your arsenal of power tools and DIY supplies? Visit my blog for the tools and supplies that are hand tested and approved by fig & farm (at home)! www.figandfarmathome.com
Do YOU hav a favorite power tool that wasn't mentioned in the show? Share it inside our Facebook Community at: https://bit.ly/design101group
// Links Mentioned in Show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy DIYing!!!
dani
Does the sound of "I'm BORED" have you pulling your hair out?
Being at home with the kids during the summer can be really enjoyable, but for some mamas it can be really stressful. WHAT DO YOU DO WITH THE KIDS ALL DAY?
It gets extra challenging if you have a job to do at home while the kids are there eating you out of house and home, requesting screen time constantly or saying "there's nothing to do" when you know full well that your toy bin is stock full!
No matter which way we put it, summertime is a system interrupt from what you 'normally' do throughout the rest of the year. So, why NOT enjoy it?!
In this episode, I'm going back to my roots as a First Grade teacher and combining my many years of experience working with kids, my own home summer system that I developed to help ease my anxious son's transition to summertime schedule, and my desire to get work done while also having A LOT of fun with my boys. I'm sharing my top tips for you as a mama, and my tips for your kiddos as well!
DON'T FORGET...
The 2 Year Podcast Anniversary GIVEAWAY ends on June 23rd! You could win one of 2 Decorating S.O.S. Coaching calls OR a $50 Target gift card.
How to enter:
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Leave a 5* written review on Apple Podcast
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Take a screenshot of the review and send it to me at:
hello@figandfarmathome.com or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Easy peasy!
// Links Mentioned in Show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Here's to a great summer!!
dani
Happy 2 Year Birthday
fig & farm (at home) Podcast!!
It's time to celebrate and what better way to celebrate than sharing with all of you. So in today's episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes - unveiling the curtain that is podcasting and home decorating. You asked, we answered. There were too many questions to answer, but I'm saving more for next time. ;)
And no party is complete without
PARTY FAVORS!!!
Enter for your chance to win:
$50 Target gift card (giving away 1)
or
Decorating S.O.S Coaching Call ($77 value)(giving away 2)
How to enter:
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Leave a 5 * Star Written Review on Apple Podcast
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Take a screenshot of the review
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Email the screenshot to me at hello@figandfarmathome.com
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One entry for every 5* written review left
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Giveaway closes June 22, 2023
Directions for how to leave a review:
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Open Apple Podcasts
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Type fig & farm at home into the search bar
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Scroll about half way down the page until you see a 5*
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Click on all 5*
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In the box underneath the 5*, leave a written review: what do you like about the show, what is your favorite episode, something you've learned, etc.
Easy peasy!
A Party Favor for Everyone
Take 20% off a Done For You Design Package now through June 22, 2023! Go to https://www.figandfarmathome.com/design-packages to book your service! Not seeing what you specifically need...that's OK, send me an email at hello@figandfarmathome.com and start the conversation. Design is UNIQUE to each person, lifestyle, family, etc. and design packages can be created (with 20% off) around your needs!!
Thanks for celebrating with me!
dani
What is Quiet Luxury design style?
There's a 'new' classic design style hitting the home design world...it's called Quiet Luxury. But Quiet Luxury is nothing new. It's timeless, classic, well curated, refined, cohesive and subtle. Simply put...Quiet Luxury is opposite of trendy, showy and definitely doesn't chase the shiny object!
In today's episode I'm sharing what exactly the Quiet Luxury design style is, how to incorporate it into your home and where to find the pieces to create your own Quiet Luxury curated look!
BIG NEWS!!!
Next week marks the 2 year anniversary of the podcast and I'm revealing it all. If there's a question you have about how podcasting works, who I am, anything...submit it here.
Be sure to subscribe to the show so you get all the details for how to win free goodies!!
Do you want Quick Tip Tuesdays back?!
I've taken a break with Quick Tip Tuesdays because of busy schedules...have you missed them and do you want them back? Quick Tip Tuesdays were designed to answer YOUR specific questions...so, if you'd like them back - ask away! I don't know what you don't know!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Leave a voice message (scroll all the way to bottom): www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Flea Market Guide (flea markets by state and success tips): https://bit.ly/fleamarketguide
Facebook Community: www.bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Do you want your home to look EXPENSIVE...
but don't have the budget?
In today's episode I'm sharing 10 ways to help you create a home that looks expensive, but SHHHHHH... it's not. In fact, some of these are free or on an Amazon - IKEA sized budget! You'll want to get out your notepad for this one, Friend, cause there are tips within the 10 tips that will help you elevate the look of your home that leaves your friends wondering...'where'd you get all the cash?' This one's juicy!!
Have you left a 5 star rating and review for the show yet?
Leaving a review for the show not only tells me how you like it (which, btw...I LOVE reading) but allows others to find the show too. And I bet you know one or two people who have a home they'd love to re-fresh but are still waiting to find their money tree. So - share away. Here's how:
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Go to Apple Podcast
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Type in fig & farm at home (that's me!!) & click on the show
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Scroll about half way down the page until you see the 5 *
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Click on 5, then write a review in the box below.
And bonus, shhh....
- Take a screenshot of the review BECAUSE in a week's time I'm doing a GIVEAWAY as part of my 2 year birthday celebration!!
And bonus, bonus...double shhhh...
- Share the show on your socials or with a friend (take a screenshot of those too...they'll become your entries to WIN!!!).
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Facebook Group: www.bit.ly/design101group
Decorating S.O.S. call: www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
See you next week friend!
dani
Do you have a favorite HGTV show?
I'd venture to guess that if you listen to this podcast, chances are you may enjoy watching an HGTV home design show...or two! You're in good company - after all they're wonderful sources of inspiration when you're wanting to make small or big changes to your home.
But what happens in the space between the inspiration and action?
In today's episode, we're talking about how to navigate the often exciting, yet sometimes frustrating road of re-freshing your home based off of common sources of inspiration found on HGTV shows.
You'll learn the questions to ask yourself BEFORE jumping into action to assess if you're ready and if the change your making is right for your home!
After listening, if you want help navigating the road to creating transformation in your home, and you'd like help designing an action-based road map from here to your end goal, book a Decorating S.O.S. call.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Decorating S.O.S. call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
The VAULT is open!
What is it?: The VAULT is my collection of mini home decorating DIY courses that you can take independently according to your interest?
Learn how to:
Sew pillows
Paint furniture
Set a beautiful holiday table
Style a bookshelf
Identify your design style
The VAULT is open May 19 - 26 and won't re-open until November.
Want access to The VAULT?
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Email me: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
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DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
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Join the Design 101 Facebook Group: www.bit.ly/design101group
Is there a mini DIY class that you'd like to take and it's not in The VAULT? Reach out any of the three ways above to share your idea!
Happy Learning!
xo,
Dani
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 style is not just an important step. It's THE MOST IMPORTANT first step, so what details do you pay attention to? All of them!
Your style is more nuanced than the global terms that are tossed around left and right. Your style is more YOU than it is Farmhouse. It's more YOU than it is Boho. It's more YOU than it is Traditional. Cottage. Country. Industrial. Fill in the BIG global design style. Once you understand what your style is, you have the freedom to mix and match.
Do you like a little Cottage and a little Industrial, but wonder how to blend the two? Looking at the fine details of the design elements you gravitate toward will help!
Learn how to understand and identify your unique design aesthetic by taking my mini course. I walk you through step by step how to unlock and identify YOUR style so you can shop with confidence and re-fresh rooms with ease!
This course is only available twice a year when THE VAULT opens. To have access to THE VAULT, send an email to: hello@figandfarmathome.com
THE VAULT is open May 19th - May 26th.
Other mini courses available in THE VAULT:
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Bookshelf Style Guide: How to style flat surfaces
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Painting Furniture 101: Learn to chalk paint furniture
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Pinterest 101 (Pinning with a Purpose): Learn to identify your unique design aesthetic
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Pillow Making 101: Learn to sew a pillow cover
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Holiday Tablescape: Learn how to set a holiday table that WOWS!
// Links Mentioned in Show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Facebook Community: www.bit.ly/design101group
Get access to THE VAULT: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Have you ever wondered how to decorate a mantle, a bookshelf, an entryway table WITHOUT it looking wonky?
The good news? Learning to decorate your flat surfaces is EASIER than you might think. Understanding, however, that we are decorating intentionally and not merchandising like we would with a retail store is a different story.
The goal with flat surface styling is to intentionally dress your room to make it look good, feel fresh and to be both BEAUTIFUL and LIVE-ABLE.
In this episode I share my simple formula for creating beautiful, intentional mantles, coffee tables, credenzas, entryway tables, bookshelves...anything with a flat surface.
If you want a more comprehensive guide to learn how to apply this to your own home, fig & farm (at home)'s content VAULT is opening May 19 - May 26th! To have access to the mini-courses within the vault, be sure to subscribe to my newsletter. Send me an email to be added: hello@figandfarmathome.com
If you've already subscribed, be sure to check your mailbox (Spam/junk folders too) on May 19th!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Facebook Community: www.bit.ly/design101group
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Happy styling!
xo,
Dani
Do you WISH you had more room in your home and WONDER how to make the most of your limited space?
You may NOT have a tiny home, but your home may feel tiny! What do you do when you wish you had more square footage to play with, but you're not in the market for buying a new home?
How do you MAXIMIZE your minimal square footage?
In this episode I'm sharing 5 tips for making the most of a small space - whether it's a tiny home or a tiny living room, these tips will work for making the most out of a small space.
What are your favorite tips for maximizing limited space? Share them in our Facebook Community: www.bit.ly/design101group
Are you ready to STEP OUT OF OVERWHELM and START creating a home that you can't wait to come home to? A home that delights you, reflects your family's personality and looks put together? Book your Decorating S.O.S. coaching call to create a Design Action Plan that is specific for the changes you want in your home with the budget you have!
www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
// Links mentioned in show: //
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Decorating S.O.S.: www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
Styling flat surfaces isn't overly complicated
when you have a formula to style with! In this episode, I teach Susan my formula for learning to style her flat surfaces: mantles, coffee tables, consoles, etc. We also debunk the decorating idea that matchy-matchy is best, that mixing metals really can be easy and light fixtures don't have to be identical twins, but rather distant cousins!
Decorating S.O.S. calls are designed to flow with the client - it's an easy back and forth conversation surrounding the questions you have within your own space. Topics are specific to what you, as the client, want for your home and if you don't know...we figure it out together! You walk away with fresh ideas, actionable homework steps with tips for success and sometimes even a new furniture arrangement!
Decorating S.O.S. calls are low commitment, high reward! Book your call today: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Other ways to work with me:
Room Edit
Mood Board
Full Service
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Facebook Community: bit.ly/design101group
Did you know...If you've been listening for more than three times we're technically Design Besties!! It would mean the world to me if you left a review on Apple podcasts so other listeners like you could find the show! There's nothing better than sharing with a friend and that's exactly what reviews do...only these friends? These are friends we just haven't met yet. On that note, if I haven't met you yet...introduce yourself! I'd love to meet you!!
xo,
dani
Can you really learn your aesthetic in an hour?
When you are as motivated to learn and make change in your home as my client Susan, yes - YES you can! In this behind the scenes coaching call Susan and I dive deep into learning and identifying her aesthetic. She asks so many great questions and each question asked is one step closer to her creating a home that feels the way she wants it to feel: warm, cozy, inviting, not stuffy and interesting!
This is part 1 of the conversation. A lot happens in an hour. Subscribe to the show so you can learn next week how to identify a console table that is styled with an A+ and how one is styled with a C.
Are YOU ready to get unstuck in your home? Feeling inspired to have the initial conversation to make a plan to refresh your space that honors your personality, story AND your budget?
Do you know that getting started costs less than your last trip to Target?
Yup...it's true!
Book your Decorating S.O.S. call today! Limited spots monthly.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Decorating S.O.S. call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Decorating your home for spring?
You've waited ALL year for this, so where do you put your mossy green balls, your ceramic bunnies and your signs that say "Hello Spring?" This year you can leave them in the box (if you want) and start fresh!
Changing your seasonal home decorating starts with curiosity, exploration and a microscopic view of your observations. Simply put...use your five senses with a spring filter in order to covertly or overtly bring spring into your home decorating.
// Wondering where to start? //
Back to Basics: a FREE five day mini course that gets you started on the right track: https://bit.ly/fandfb2b
Decorating S.O.S. Call: book an hour Zoom call to unlock the thing(s) keeping you STUCK in home design and create an action-filled plan that works for you WITH your budget. You'd be amazed at what an hour together can accomplish! Book your call here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Join the FREE Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
//Let's Connect!//
Let's be Design Besties, 'k? Receive the weekly newsletter here: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5ec810711a2af10026048f1d
Follow all the crazy shenanigans on Instagram: @figandfarm
Say hi...I LOVE fan mail: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Let's work together!: www.figandfarmathome.com
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Has your couch been sitting in the exact same position for years?
Getting a new couch may not be the solution to your 'my room feels stuck' woes (though in some cases it most definitely is). Using what you already have, but in new ways, is the cheapest, most budget friendly way to re-decorate your home. Think about it...you've already vetted everything that is in your home. It's already passed the 'I like it, I want to have it test.' But just because you placed it on a specific shelf or in a tucked away corner doesn't mean it needs to live there until it dies.
In this episode I teach you four ways you can confidently shop your home, using what you've already purchased and love. Start small or go big. Move pillows or move the couch. The choice is up to you. But whatever choice you make, know this: you have permission to play. There are no rules that say your lamp needs to continue living as a living room lamp if you'd like to try it out elsewhere. Move things around. Have fun. Play. And ask yourself, "what's the worst that can happen?" You have to move it back because you hate it. OK. Now you know.
Share your shop the house re-freshes with us in our FREE Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
//Links mentioned in show://
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Work with me: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/design-packages
Book a Decorating S.O.S. coaching call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Instagram: @figandfarm
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/figandfarmathome/
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
I DON'T HAVE ENOUGH TIME!!!
No one has enough time, unless the thing they're carving time out for is important. And if creating a home that delights you and your family is important - this episode will help inspire you to find EVEN MORE TIME! This episode dives into the importance of creating a plan and how doing so is the
ULTIMATE TIME SAVER.
But when it's time to put that plan into action and you literally need physical hours to install and transform the room - how do you manufacture more time in an already full twenty four hour day? I share four of my favorite tips with you!!
Share YOUR favorite time saving tip in our FREE Facebook Community:
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Work with me: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/design-packages
Decorating S.O.S. (design coaching call): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Buying USED furniture? What the WHAT?!
There's no doubt about it...buying used furniture or other decor items for your home is a great way to save money. Not only that, but these used items often times are the ones that pack the biggest punch in your home's curated look!
But HOW do you shop for used furniture? WHERE do you go? WHAT do you look for? And what if the condition isn't brand new...then what?
In this episode I'm sharing my favorite places to shop for used furniture and the process I use to determine if it's worth bringing home.
Do you have other tips for shopping for used furniture? We want to hear them...share them in our FREE Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
// Links mentioned in show: //
Say hi! Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Work with me! Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Book a Decorating S.O.S. Call: www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Do these patterns look garish?
Successfully mixing patterns can make your space feel magnificent - a step above and tastefully put together...when it's done well! When not, well, it can bring your room down in a hurry.
In this episode I'm sharing 5 tips for how you can successfully mix patterns for your sofa or your bed. Be sure to visit the blog article that supports this episode so you can see visual examples of pattern mixing in action. Visit the blog post here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/post/pattern-mixing-can-you-do-it
Are you ready to book a Decorating S.O.S. call so you can learn what steps you should take in your home to make it look and feel more cohesive and cozy? Book your call here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
My top 7 tips for saving money when I want to re-decorate my home or re-fresh a space:
"But it costs too much"
"I don't have enough money"
"Maybe someday when I'm a bit more settled"
I've heard them all....and some. These excuses hold so many home owners back from creating homes that delight them, but that's all they are...EXCUSES. Often times those same home owners are spending $100+ every time they go in to Target when they meant to stop for Kleenex. Or they don't have enough money to replace the couch they can't stand but their the first in line each morning to buy the $7 Frappucino. Sometimes it's a matter of priorities - and in the description above, that's definitely what it is.
But what about for the rest of us? Those of us who desire change in our homes but we're struggling to make ends meet each month? Are there ways to create pretty spaces that delight us even when we legitimately don't have a lot of extra to spend?
YES!
In today's episode I'm sharing seven of my favorite ways to save money when decorating your home. I use EACH and EVERY tip every time I'm re-designing a space in my own home.
What tips do YOU have that you can share with us? Head over to our Facebook Community and share with us there: https://bit.ly/design101group
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101: www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
Instagram: @figandfarm
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
"Why would you spend $700 on a course when you can buy a $20 book?"
A comment came in recently from a listener asking this question. It's a valid question and one that needs a valid answer because maybe you DON'T need an expensive course. Maybe for you, buying a $20 book is as good of a resource as you'll need in your effort to transform your home into a home that you love. But how do you know? 3 questions to ask yourself before making this Home Design 101 investment.
// Links mentioned in show://
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Register for Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
Books to consider:
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Home Body by Joanna Gaines: https://amzn.to/3TzUOmX
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Cozy White Cottage (100 ways to love the feeling of being home) by Liz Marie Galvan: https://amzn.to/40lhglW
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Cozy White Cottage Seasons (100 ways to be cozy all year long) by Liz Marie Galvan: https://amzn.to/3LBRSUU
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Cozy Minimalist Home: More style, less stuff by Myquillyn Smith https://amzn.to/3LBRSUU
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Is understanding your design style REALLY that important?
Short answer...YES!
Long answer...how much time do we have?
Here are the benefits of learning your unique design style (or aesthetic):
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Reduces overwhelm
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Reduces confusion
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Reduces frustration
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Reduces decision fatigue
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Helps grow your confidence as a decision maker
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Helps you save money
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Helps you truly LOVE your home!
I could go on...the benefits are outstanding! But, why don't you come and learn for yourself in my 10 week Home Design 101 program!
Registration is open thru March 23rd or when doors close.
Register here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
Questions? Ask here: hello@figandfarmathome.com
See you in class!
xo,
Dani
4 Steps to creating a home you can't stop gushing about!!!
Spoiler Alert: These four steps are so intertwined you can't possibly do one without the other! Creating a home you ABSOLUTELY love, that tells YOUR story, that doesn't COST a fortune, that FEELS cohesive and put together takes...
INTENTIONALITY
Listen in on today's LIVE workshop, but fair warning - you'll definitely need a notebook and pen because there was A LOT stuffed into one hour. After listening in, do you want more or are you ready to take the next brave step toward creating a home that reflects you, feels like a respite and has your friends gushing too?
Join the Spring Session of Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
// Links mentioned in show: //
Work with me: www.figandfarmathome.com
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Home Design 101 Registration: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
Instagram: @figandfarm
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
See you in class!
xo,
Dani
It's hard enough to try to choose the right new product that makes your space beautiful, but how do you get rid of the ones you already have that DON'T make your space beautiful?
In this episode I'm identifying:
5 things that could be bringing your home down
AND
how to fix them!
Before you head to Home Goods or go to the paint store, listen in to see if you have any of these culprits hanging out in your home. And if you do, and want help fixing them...
Register for the workshop:
4 Steps to creating a home you can't stop gushing about!
// Links mentioned in show://
Email: hello@figanfarmathome.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Workshop: https://bit.ly/4stepstostart
Instagram: @figandfarm
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Are you ready to decorate for spring?
No matter what the season, creating a cozy home throughout the year is my guest's specialty. Known as the Queen of Cozy, Liz Marie Galvan has taken the blogging, Instagram, and now book world by storm. In our conversation (repeated from last June) Liz Marie shares practical tips for creating cozy spaces throughout your home - both indoors and out, and shares her philosophy on why it's so important.
We hope you are inspired by today's repeat conversation and if you're ready to create a cozy home YOU CAN'T STOP GUSHING ABOUT, register for my :
FREE live home decorating workshop on March 16th at 9:00am PST. Register here: https://bit.ly/4stepstostart
OR...get on the waitlist for the spring session of Home Design 101, starting March 30th.
Join the waitlist here: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63d02959ecc67819006265b3
Learn directly from Liz Marie buy purchasing one of her Cozy White Cottage Books:
Cozy White Cottage: 100 ways to love the feeling of being home
Purchase here: https://amzn.to/3F7uM4o
Cozy White Cottage Seasons: 100 ways to be cozy all year long
https://amzn.to/3mDruiY
Getting cozy one home at a time,
Dani
Are you wanting to take BOLD action in your home, but feel stuck, unsure or just a bit scared?
Hey friend...I've been there and just recently I took BOLD, BRAVE, CONFIDENT action in my home and I'm sharing the 5 steps I walked through before FINALLY deciding now was the time. What did I do? I painted my living room wall BLACK! Like, black-black. But before I took action, I stayed STUCK, like 4140 days stuck in a room I DIDN'T LOVE.
Listen in as I share the 5 steps you can take so you can decide if taking bold action is right for you!!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Join the waitlist for Home Design 101 (starts March 30): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
Resgister for my FREE live workshop on March 16th: 4 steps to creating a home you can't stop gushing about https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63fd0bd4fb7be5738b99a316
Instagram: @figandfarm
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
IKEA...yay or nay?!
The next time you head to your local (or not so local) IKEA...look for these things. Here are my top FIVE, always in my cart, go-to, tried and true, absolute FAVORITE things at IKEA (other than the meatballs and the Swedish fish).
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20 x 20 down pillow forms (Fjadrar)
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Curtains (Ritva)
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Plants (8" pothos)
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Picture frames (Ribba)
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Baskets (Fladis)
Bonus: Glass bottle with stopper (Korken)
These items are always in my cart and the prices can't be beat.
And these items? These, though not always in my cart, are always the sections or items I'm carefully looking at to add to my home or a client's home:
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Blankets
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Faux fur rugs
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Organizers (drawer, cupboard, wall, garage...ALL)
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Planters
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Dishes
Bonus: Inspiration
What are your favorite finds at IKEA? Comment in the Facebook group:
https://bit.ly/design101group
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!!!!
For a FREE, LIVE workshop on March 16th, teaching you:
4 steps to creating a home you can't stop
gushing about!
......................
Register here for the FREE workshop: https://bit.ly/4stepstostart
// Other links mentioned in show: //
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Decorating S.O.S. Call: www.figandfarmathom.com/book-a-call
Happy Styling!
xo,
Dani
Cluttercore
What is that? Cluttercore is a decorating style that is not quite Cottagecore (go back and listen to Episode 15) and not quite Maximalism, but it most definitely isn't minimalism.
Cluttercore "revels in the idea of keeping things you love within reach and keeping your eyes full of the jumble it creates." Clutter sounds like the right descriptor.
But what if clutter isn't your thing? That's OK...the idea behind Cluttercore is that you are surrounding yourself with the things that you love...aka your story. And THAT I couldn't agree more with.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Book a Decorating S.O.S. call: www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Instagram: @figandfarm
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
Everyone loves a good before and after
and for one client, this before and after belongs to HER!
Join the behind the scenes look at the conversation with my home design client Jen as I share the rationale behind the custom vision boards I created for her dining room. I share the inspiration pieces for the entire design, how to remediate a bully and how to create a cohesive design that will make her open concept home flow seamlessly from room to room!
This is part two of a two part conversation. If you missed the part one, listen to episode 145:
Are YOU ready for transformation in your home?
Have you said one of these things to yourself lately:
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How do I even start decorating my home?
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I wish I knew someone who could help me decorate my home.
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If only there was a roadmap that told me what changes I should be making first, I'd love that.
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Decorating my home is going to be so expensive, why bother.
It's time to book a design service!
Between today and Monday, February 20 ALL home design services are 14% off.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Book a FREE discovery call: www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
I can't wait to work with you!!
xo,
dani
Everyone loves a good before and after
and for one client, this before and after belongs to HER!
Join the behind the scenes look at the conversation with my home design client Jen as I share the rationale behind the custom vision boards I created for her living room. I share the inspiration pieces for the entire design, how to remediate a bully and how to create a cohesive design that will make her open concept home flow seamlessly from room to room!
This is part one of a two part conversation. Subscribe and listen in on part two airing Thursday.
Are YOU ready for transformation in your home?
Have you said one of these things to yourself lately:
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How do I even start decorating my home?
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I wish I knew someone who could help me decorate my home.
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If only there was a roadmap that told me what changes I should be making first, I'd love that.
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Decorating my home is going to be so expensive, why bother.
It's time to book a design service!
Between today and Monday, February 20 ALL home design services are 14% off.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Book a FREE discovery call: www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
I can't wait to work with you!!
xo,
dani
Are your laundry piles overflowing?!
If you said yes, join the thousands of women who complain daily about their laundry. It's the never-ending chore. Once you think you're done, you see another load that needs to be washed. But what do you DO about it?
Searching on Pinterest is only part of the solution and will often yield a lot of ideas - so many ideas that you may leave feeling even more overhwelmed and confused at how to systemize it than you started.
Develop your own system that works for your home, your family, your laundry. In this episode I share the system that works for me, but I don't expect it to be your solution. Instead, I'm breaking down the process I took to create my own in the hopes that you can do the same three things to navigate the problem, the solution and then creating a habit in order to be successful.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Leave a voice message: www.figandfarmathome.com
Let's work together: www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Join the Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Do you ever wonder if designers ever have designer-block?
The short answer...YES. The long answer...it's absolutely no fun. But what do you do about it? You seek sources of inspiration, surrounding yourself with ideas that seem to be oozing beauty, creativity, and resourcefulness and you take it all in. You absorb, you take notes, you even lounge on the couches then go reflect over what you saw and your plate of Swedish meatballs. In this episode I share five easy ways I immerse myself with inspiration.
Are you ready for some inspiration - some ideas to refresh your own space this spring? Book a Decorating S.O.S. (Step Out of Overwhelm and Start) call - where we talk about the room, what's keeping you stuck and ideas for taking your first few steps toward creating a home that is as inspiring to you as those images you see.
Book a call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Join the waitlist for Home Design 101: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63d02959ecc67819006265b3
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
IG: @figandfarm
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Do these things ever fall through the cracks in your home cleaning routine?
As we count down to Valentine's Day, spending ten minutes or less each day on these things will get your home the attention it deserves AND set us up for success as we dive into fig & farm (at home)'s home cleaning system later this week. Be sure to subscribe to the show so you don't miss this mini series about taking care of our homes.
And...do you like listening to the show? Has it inspired you to make change in your home? Have you shared it with a friend or learned something new? If you answered yes to any of those questions...you're my 'design bestie' and I'd be honored if you left a review of the show so other mamas just like you can find the show and be inspired too.
Go to:
Apple Podcasts >> find fig & farm (at home)
Scroll half way down until you see 5 *
Click on the 5 (Thank you!) and Write a review.
NOW...take a screenshot of that and post it in my Facebook Group https://bit.ly/design101group and you'll be entered to win a Decorating S.O.S. coaching call!!
// Links mentioned in show://
Work with me: www.figandfarmathome.com
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
IG: @figandfarm
Facebook: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy Styling!
xo,
Dani
Have you ever wondered what toxins are lurking in our homes?
I've wondered for years and a few years ago I started removing what was easy: candles, perfumes, fabric sheets, cleaners. My journey has just begun and I have a lot yet to learn. That's why I was so excited to have this conversation with Elyse Rooney from the Wholesome Mumma podcast.
She teaches her mamas how to live a life of intention with more simplicity and way less toxins.
As we conclude our three part series: New Year, New You I hope you are inspired to not only nurture your home, but the people you share your home with.
// Connect with Elyse: //
Website: wholesomemumma.com
Say hi: wholesomemumma.com
Instagram: @wholesomemumma
Register for The Home Detox Method:
https://www.wholesomemumma.com/the-home-detox-method
// Other Links mentioned in show://
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
What is Capsule Decor?
Think of capsule decor as the building blocks of your home that support the foundation of your personal style. Start by investing in timeless, classic pieces that set your current design aesthetic (style) - then add trends, color, prints and patterns for each season.
Creating Capsule Decor in the same way you might create a capsule wardrobe can help you save money, time and decision fatigue when you get the itch to re-fresh your home for a new season.
In this episode, learn the four steps it takes to creating capsule decor.
Learn to identify your design aesthetic: https://bit.ly/pinning101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Learn your design aesthetic: https://bit.ly/pinning101
Happy Styling!
xo,
Dani
What's the WORST that can happen?
This is a common question I ask my clients. It's become SO common, I find myself asking it in everyday situations when I feel a bit uncomfortable doing something new or trying something different. But what happens when you hear a little whisper on your heart - a dream in the making - will that question be enough to encourage ACTION?
In today's podcast I'm having a conversation with my business coach and mentor, Stefanie Gass. She's the host of the .5% globally ranked podcast, The Stefanie Gass Show where she teaches Christian women how to get clear on their niche, start a podcast, and grow a successful online business, God's way.
She gives four steps you can take when you hear that little nudge - four steps that encourage taking the brave first step! After you've heard the conversation you may be ready to pursue that nudge, whisper, dream, calling. Here are the links Stefanie shared during our conversation:
The Stefanie Gass Show: https://stefaniegass.com/thepodcast
4 Steps to Clarify Your Calling Workshop: https://getclarity.gr8.com/
Clarify Your Calling Course: https://findyourcalling--stefaniegass.thrivecart.com/clarifyyourcalling/
// Other Links Mentioned in Show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
"Designer"...sounds pricey doesn't it?
Is the potential cost of the designer holding you back from getting the help that you want and need in your home? Are you READY to hire someone who can guide you through the process? Before you open the yellow pages or scroll Google, think about these 5 things so you'll be ready to interview the prospective designer when you chat.
T.R.U.S.T.
T: Time (they should take time to get to know YOU so they can appropriately design a space that serves you!)
R: Respect (they should respect your budget, no matter how small, your time and your style.)
U: Understand (silly, but...they should understand that they DON'T live there and their design should reflect YOU.)
S: Show (they should be able to show you product or a plan before you purchase a thing.)
T: Teach (they should include you in the process enough that you are learning a thing or two along the way - so you have a tool in your tool belt for the next time you want a room re-fresh.)
// Links Mentioned in Show: //
Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Join the newsletter: hello@figandfarmathome.com
5 home secrets: https://bit.ly/5homesecrets
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Decorating S.O.S. (decorating coaching call): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Room Edit: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/room-edit
Mood Boards: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/room-spin-pricing
Example of Room Edit (podcast): https://figandfarmathome.podbean.com/e/130/
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
Are you a Stuff Manager?
Or maybe a Stuff Shuffler? Whatever you call it, managing stuff is a problem so many of us mamas face daily. Moving piles of stuff to sit down for dinner, putting kids' stuff away to make space for a family movie night, picking stuff off the floor of your closet that doesn't have a proper home anymore. What if, instead of ignoring the elephant in the room, we actually kicked it out? What if, we gathered together enough time, tips, support, encouragement, and accountability to make headway in this problem area that so many of us have had for years.
What if...instead of spending our time moving piles of stuff we were able to play games with our kiddos each night?
What if...instead of letting the stuff on the table win, we were able to sit at the dinner table as a family and share a meal and conversation together?
What if...instead of picking through the pile of clothes each morning wondering which shirt is clean and which is dirty, we were able to find a clean shirt hanging in the shirt section in our closet?
What if?
Join me on a 14 day de-cluttering challenge: https://bit.ly/design101group
Challenge starts Monday, January 16, 2023!!
// Links Mentioned in Show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
// Connect with Emily McDermott: //
Email: info@simplebyemmy.com
Website: www.simplebyemmy.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moms-overcoming-overwhelm-decluttering-decluttering/id1645070363
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplebyemmy/
Happy de-cluttering!
xo,
dani
Everyone has one...if it's not a WORD of the year it's a
COLOR of the year!
Trends, by their very nature are made up of things of INFLUENCE, and that includes color. So, what COLOR is influencing home design trends, fashion, trends, make-up trends...THIS YEAR?
Introducing Pantone's COLOR OF THE YEAR: viva magenta! But what even is Pantone and why does it get a say in all the trends? Learn about that, as well as other players in the color industry and their colors of the year in today's episode.
PLUS...now what? Now that we know what the color of the year is, what do we do with it in our homes if we don't want to paint the walls just to paint themagain next year's color of the year. In this episode I share TEN ways you can experiment with the color of the year without over committing!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Website: figandfarmathome.com
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Feeling stuck in home design? Book a Decorating S.O.S. call here:
https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Say hi: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Hear ye, hear ye...
The 2023 home design predictions are here!!! Design experts from all the places came together (but not really since there are some seriously contradicting ideas) to forecast their home design and decor predictions of the year. So...what's staying and what's going? Some are repeats from last year, some were complete shockers that they're still a 'trend' and others are absolutely no surprise. And some friends...are things fig & farm (at home) has been saying since day 1!!!
Listen in, then weigh in inside our Facebook Group on which trend are you happy to see leaving and which one you're happy to see coming.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Decorated Laundry Room: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/blog-1/search/laundry%20room
Learn to paint furniture: https://bit.ly/paintingfurniture101
Mixing Old & New in home design: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/blog-1/search/mixing%20old%20and%20new
Book a call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
You've put the Christmas decorations away, it's a new year and now you're ready for a fresh start in your home's decorations? Is this you?
Before you go to your favorite home decor store or get your credit card out to make the big purchase, I encourage you to Pause. Reflect on what your home has done for you this past year - the way it's served you and your family well. Explore the Purpose you have for your home (or more specifically, the room you want to refresh) and ask yourself what you want that room to do for you and how it can serve you and your family a little better than it did last year. Then, before making any changes or purchases, make a Plan. How does that plan reflect the purpose you have for the room, your unique design style, your feeling word you want for the room and your color palette? Not sure how all of those things go together or why they even matter?
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Get on the waitlist for Home Design 101: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
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Book a Decorating S.O.S. call: www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
// Links mentioned in show: //
Home Design 101 (waitlist): figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Decorating S.O.S.: www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Pinterst 101 - Pinning with a Purpose: https://bit.ly/pinning101
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Facbook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
Are you drowning in STUFF?
Is there stuff everywhere you look? Are you tripping over things that you know should have a resting place in your home? Are you constantly moving one pile in order to make space for another pile - thinking that what you're doing is called organizing?
Friend, I hear you! It's overwhelming, frustrating and disappointing all wrapped into one. Do you want the good news? The good news is you CAN declutter, edit, remove, get rid of (whatever you want to call it) the excess so you can stop living for your stuff, and start living!
In today's episode, I share three ways you can SUCCESSFULLY start decluttering your space to make room for more living - more time to interact with your kids, more time to chat with your husband, more room to have your friends over. More life, less stuff.
If you want help creating a plan to remove the excess in your life, book a call:
Decorating S.O.S. because decorating CAN'T happen if we first don't address the stuff.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Table-scape Workshop: https://bit.ly/figandfarmholidaytable
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Registration for Home Design 101 Winter Session closes
TODAY!!!
Register Here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
Winter Session runs January 5 - March 9th. See you in class!
xo,
dani
Does your home look "put together?"
Creating a cohesive look to your home can make your home look AND FEEL more cozy. These five steps will help you to create a look of cohesiveness as you decorate your home.
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Create a color palette: Using the formula 60 (foundation color) + 30 (primary accent color) + 10 (secondary accent color) will help you navigate the color flow of an open concept space. Play around with the ratios of your accent colors. Do you want three? Great - your formula could be 70 + 10 + 10 + 10.
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Use those colors from your palette as accents in decorating: pillows, rugs, frames, books, artwork...the colors you chose for your color palette should be represented throughout your room's design.
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Look for the outlier (a.k.a. BULLY): standing in one vantage point look around to all areas/rooms. Do you spot something that doesn't quite fit in with the color palette? Something that sticks out like a sore thumb? That's your BULLY and the only thing a bully does is bring down the room's design.
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Remediate the bully: you can remediate the bully by removing it and letting it live somewhere else where it will play nicely with other design elements within the space OR repeat design elements that the bully has somewhere else within the room so that bully isn't an outlier.
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Repeat generalized design elements & specific design elements: repeating design elements like color, metals and woods is just scratching the surface of creating a cohesive looking home. Try taking it a level deeper and repeat design elements that might be a bit more subtle. For example: the succulent artwork you have in the corner of your room. You're not only repeating the colors, but maybe you're repeating the plant itself with a live succulent sitting on the coffee table or the same geometric shape of the plant pot in the art as the candle holder sitting on the mantel.
// Links mentioned in the show: //
Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Work with me: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Decorating S.O.S.: www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Home Design 101: www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
"How do you transform a kid's bedroom into one that looks a little more grown up?"
That was the question my client Amy had about her growing son. They were both ready to paint over the mural on the wall and replace the poster of Cristiano Ronaldo, but the boy is still a sports loving boy.
Enter the ROOM EDIT! A Room Edit is my entry level design service where I help the client formulate a plan to create the room they aspire to have. It all starts with a questionnaire so I have an idea of what they want, a hint of what their style is and colors or products thy may need (or want to avoid). The Room Edit is created with A LOT of information - visuals for the client to follow, ideas of color palettes, and sometimes even recommendations for where to purchase products. Th Room Edit is recorded and delivered for watching, re-watching, re-watching...so the transformation can happen with the client is ready.
This Room Edit's theme: Mid-Century Mod with an ode to the pitch - Enjoy!
If you'd like to get started in re-freshing a room in your house, book a Room Edit today: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/room-edit
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Painting Furniture 101: https://bit.ly/paintingfurniture101
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
STOP
asking all your friends, your Facebook friends, the people on the street corner, anyone who's breathing for decorating advice. Would you ask a complete stranger what you should wear for a TV interview? NO? How about how to discipline your child? NO? What to eat on Tuesday for dinner?
NO, NO, NO!
But when it comes to choosing a paint color for your wall, you seem to think you need a million and one DIFFERENT opinions! WHY...when you are already overwhelmed, frustrated, confused, discouraged would you ask a complete stranger for decorating advice - especially when you have a visual resource at your fingertips that can be so informative and less abrasive.
Using Pinterest to your advantage in home decorating is a powerful way to understand your aesthetic, but if we only use it for a source of inspiration rather than information - we'll continue to leave feeling overwhelmed and frustrated with a lack of clear direction. And that, my friends, can be down right DISAPPOINTING.
In today's episode I share three ways you can use Pinterest with intentionality and purpose while you learn your aesthetic.
If you're ready for MORE and want help using Pinterest as a tool for unlocking your design confidence, Home Design 101 is open for registration. We spend two weeks using Pinterest to establish a firm foundation before decorating your home.
Join us: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
// Links mentioned in show: //
Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Book a call: www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
BORING!
If that's the word you are using to describe your home you may be missing something.
In today's podcast we're continuing our conversation of bringing more Christmas time cozy into your home when the last pine needle has been swept up and the ornaments have been put away. If we love the feeling of Christmas - can we truly get it the rest of the year? The simple answer...YES! Just look at your Christmas tree...it is covered with your family's story, history, legacy. Creating a home that honors your family's story is more than hanging a few photos on the wall (though that's a good start).
Creating a home you love should reflect YOU...not your neighbor! Are you ready to learn how create a home you love? Home Design 101 is open for registration, but it's CLOSING SOON. Reserve your spot today at:
https://design-1012.teachable.com/p/homedesign101
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
2nd Hand Stores
When I say that, what's your reaction? If you're ready to tune me out and turn me off...I want you to give today's episode one chance. Here are three reasons you might want to consider shopping 2nd hand.
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Saves the environment from excessive waste in landfills
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Saves YOU money
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Helps you create a CURATED look in your home - setting your home apart from everyone else's.
2nd hand shopping doesn't always mean going to thrift stores. Here are several alternative places to buy second hand.
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Consignment stores
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Antique stores
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Facebook Marketplace
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Craig's List
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Etsy
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Ebay
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One King's Lane
But how do you shop second hand well? Today's conversation centers around my top 10 tips for shopping thrift stores efficiently to create a curated look for your home!
** THERE'S A FEW MORE SPOTS IN
HOME DESIGN 101
Register Here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
// Links mentioned in show://
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
Do you love the feeling of Christmas in your home?
What is it about the holiday season that makes our homes feel so incredibly cozy? Is it the longer evenings? Possibly. Is it the nostalgia of the ornaments hanging on our tree? Possibly. Is it the decorations that you see from every vantage point? Possibly.
In today's conversation we're talking about that FEELING you get in your home around Christmas. You know the one...the one that makes you say, 'It feels like Christmas.' That one. What is it that makes our homes feel like Christmas and how can we have that feeling even in the heat of the summer? Is it possible? DEFINITELY. I share four things you can do in your home to make it feel as cozy as Christmas, even when the calendar says April.
// Links mentioned in show: //
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Tell us your favorite Christmas movie over in our Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
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Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
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Learn more or work with me: www.figandfarmathome.com
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Follow along with all our silly antics on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
LEARN TO CREATE A COZY HOME OF YOUR OWN
(with a designer in your back pocket)
in
Home Design 101
Register for class: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
"What's on YOUR Christmas list this year?"
My husband asked this question of me the other day...and I paused. When did the idea of spending money on myself become taboo? And it made me wonder if YOU feel the same way too - like somehow you're undeserving, like investing in a beautiful home that feels cozy and looks beautiful is vanity rather than service. Let me tell you this, sister...the hard truth. Your homes are a canvas for story telling and whether you know it or not, your home RIGHT NOW...TODAY...THIS VERY MOMENT is saying something.
Home Design 101 teaches you what
YOU WANT IT TO SAY!
Creating a home that delights you ISN'T FRIVOLOUS!
Creating a home that feels like a respite ISN'T UNNECESSARY!
Loving coming home to a home you love ISN'T A LUXURY!
Learn how to unlock the secrets to home design in Home Design 101.
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Class runs January 5th - March 9th
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Weekly video trainings
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Weekly LIVE spotlight questions to answer YOUR specific questions
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Facebook group just for our class
SPACE IS LIMITED!
Register for Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
Email questions: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Listen to Home Design 101 graduate, Deb: https://figandfarmathome.podbean.com/e/121/
See you in class!
xo,
Dani
Does the BUSYNESS of the holidays always
leave you feeling STRESSED?
In today's episode, I'm chatting with Kim Montgomery, host of the High Five Motherhood Podcast. She's on a mission to equip busy mamas of today how to ditch the hot-mess mom culture and embrace the time they have with their babies. As a mom of five, Kim knows BUSY. And as a mom of five, Kim has spent years developing systems for her home and family life in order to lessen the stress and enjoy more - more time with the kids, more date nights with hubby, more holiday traditions. All the good stuff.
Today, Kim is sharing FIVE HOLIDAY SYSTEMS she uses to make the time leading up to the holidays truly enjoyable. We invite you to listen in, borrow the ideas and post your own in our Facebook Community so more mamas just like you can lessen the stress around their holiday traditions as well.
Enjoy!
xo,
Dani (and Kim)
// Links Mentioned in Show: //
Dani's Links:
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Kim's Links:
High Five Motherhood Blog: https://highfivemotherhood.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/high_five_motherhood/
(see Kim's link tree in her bio) linktr.ee/highfivemotherhood
High Five Motherhood Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/high-five-motherhood-time-management-routines-schedules/id1511595190
Freebie:
Wallpaper...yay or nay?!
It's a big fat YAY in my opinion! But before you choose wallpaper for your home, there are some things you need to know. Not all wallpaper is created equal. In today's conversation, I'm equipping you will all the Must-Knows about buying wallpaper in general and which type of wallpaper might be best for you, more specifically. You hear the pros and cons of each of the three types of wallpaper: peel and stick, pre-adhesive and traditional. And...you learn which one is my favorite to apply!
If you have a favorite type of wallpaper, we want to see it over in our Facebook Community!
Are you READY to take your home from 'meh' to AMAZING?! Home Design 101 is open for registration. Class runs January 5th - March 9th. Register here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Who loves a good DEAL?
I'm quietly raising my hand over here. I love a good deal. Deals, in fact, are how I have created a home that looks curated over time rather than the spring collection at Target. Deals are the backbone to how fig & farm (at home) was born. And deals are meant for you too, friend!
BUT...the DEALS end tonight at midnight.
Tomorrow the price of Home Design 101 goes back up to normal, the two FREE 1:1 design coaching sessions go away and poof goes the FREE access to my Holiday Table-scape Workshop.
Here's the real DEAL, sis: I know you're on the fence about registering. Do you know how I know? Because you keep asking questions, keep watching HGTV shows, keep listening to the podcast, keep gaining inspiration and ideas. If you're ready to put all of that info together into one nice, neat, pretty little package (by the way...that pretty little package is YOUR HOME!), here's the link to register: https://design-1012.teachable.com/p/homedesign101
I'll see YOU in class!
xo,
Dani
// REGISTER for Home Design 101 //
https://design-1012.teachable.com/p/homedesign101
Deb had just finished building an outdoor living area when she joined Home Design 101.
She wanted to learn how to decorate on her own and admittedly lacked confidence in her decision making. She would buy something she liked, bring it home, then realize it didn't quite work but she had NO IDEA WHY. Deb enjoyed being outside in her new outdoor living area, loved having guests over to share the space with, but she wanted it look and feel better - more cohesive - more her.
During the course of our ten weeks together, Deb had major breakthroughs! She learned to recognize her unique design style so she could make decisions (and future decisions) with confidence. She learned to create a vision board so she could see her product choices all together before spending a single dime. She learned how to create a color palette and which products it was important to spend more money on and which she could spend less on. And Deb walked away with an outdoor living space that is being called an oasis by those who visit!
If you want a home decorating breakthrough like Deb, where you learn the design basics so you can gain the skill, the tools and mostly the confidence to make design decisions on your own - Home Decorating 101 is open for registration. Today through Monday, November 28th when you register for Home Design 101 you will receive TWO BONUSES:
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two 30 minute 1:1 coaching sessions with me
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access to my Holiday Tablescape Workshop
On Tuesday, November 29th the BONUSES GO AWAY and the PRICE GOES UP!
Space is LIMITED in class and once it fills, the door closes for registration.
Register Here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/contact-8
Read more about it here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
// Links Mentioned in Show: //
Email: figandfarmthome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/
Register for Home Design 101: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
Hope to see you in class friend!
xo,
Dani
If I tell you that not too long ago I used to have boogery colored walls, would you believe me?
Unlocking the secrets of home decorating didn't come inside a classroom with "Interior Designer" labeled on the front door, though it could. For most of us, we won't go back to school to become a certified Interior Designer. Most of us will do the very best we can with what we have. My very best, 12 years ago, was boogery green walls. I did the best that I could with what I knew THEN, but now I'm sharing my BEST with you!
Listen in on today's conversation where I share the 4 THINGS I DID ON MY OWN TO LEARN HOME DECORATING. I believe design is teachable - that you can LEARN it. Start here...with these four things to get you on the path to creating a home you love!
// Links mentioned in show: //
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Get the newsletter: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
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Join the community so you can tell us what you like or don't like about the 'pretty' pictures: https://bit.ly/design101group
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Follow along my silly antics on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
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Leave a review, pretty please: https://apple.co/3RVbHXH
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Black Friday is quickly approaching and if you are on the hunt for a new coffee table for your living room, you'll be happy to know what you should be looking for as you prepare to purchase!
Know Before You Go: Coffee Tables
Knowing the measurements is one thing, but what measurements are important? I'm spilling the beans on that and giving you three other things to consider. How do you choose shape, how do you make it cohesive, how do decide between functional or just a beautiful piece of furniture?
We're talking about ALL that and more so you are EQUIPPED to choose the right coffee table for you and your home!
// Links mentioned in show: //
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Join the NEWSLETTER so you can get a sneak peek at fig & farm (at home's) Black Friday SALE: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
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Join the fig & farm (at home) COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/design101student
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Follow along on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
* Check out my ONLINE DESIGN SCHOOL: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/courses
Happy Styling!
xo,
Dani
Are you drowning in STUFF?
Is there stuff everywhere you look? Are you tripping over things that you know should have a resting place in your home? Are you constantly moving one pile in order to make space for another pile - thinking that what you're doing is called organizing?
Friend, I hear you! It's overwhelming, frustrating and disappointing all wrapped into one. Do you want the good news? The good news is you CAN declutter, edit, remove, get rid of (whatever you want to call it) the excess so you can stop living for your stuff, and start living!
In today's episode, I share three ways you can SUCCESSFULLY start decluttering your space to make room for more living - more time to interact with your kids, more time to chat with your husband, more room to have your friends over. More life, less stuff.
If you want help creating a plan to remove the excess in your life, book a call:
Decorating S.O.S. because decorating CAN'T happen if we first don't address the stuff.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Table-scape Workshop: https://bit.ly/figandfarmholidaytable
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Hey friend!
Have you been wanting to take advantage of the big wall you have by hanging a gallery wall?
Did you know that there are at least TWO types of gallery walls?
Do you know which type you like best? No?...good thing you're listening in on today's episode. We talk about the two main types of gallery walls, how to identify each one so you know which one is more your style and two other important tips for creating a gallery wall successfully.
After you're done creating your gallery wall, come share it with us over in our Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Tablescape Workshop: https://bit.ly/figandfarmholidaytable
Hope to see you at the workshop!
xo,
dani
Hey friend!
With the holidays right around the corner, our calendars seem to explode with ALL the things to do in preparation of receiving guests into our homes:
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clean the house
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make the house festive
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buy the groceries
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make the meal
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keep everyone happy
And although we know that this date is coming the (almost) same date each year, we sometimes enter into it flustered, overwhelmed, tired and without enough grace left over for those tricky conversations that inevitably arise at the dinner table.
In today's episode I'm sharing with you three things you can do to prep for the holidays NOW that will alleviate the burden the week of the holiday.
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Get your house ready
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Get your table ready
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Get your heart ready
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Join the one hour LIVE workshop on November 13th to learn how to create a holiday tablescape that WOWS! Reserve your spot here: https://bit.ly/figandfarmholidaytable
// Links mentioned in show: //
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Tablescape workshop: https://bit.ly/figandfarmholidaytable
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
You're a fly on the wall in today's episode as I'm talking with Tiffany in our Decorating S.O.S. coaching call. Tiffany's job keeps her BUSY and she wants a calm, peaceful, relaxing retreat at the end of a long, busy day. She described her master bedroom as just 'meh,' but when you're working as hard as Tiffany, 'meh' isn't good enough.
Our conversation walks through actionable steps that Tiffany can take as she starts taking action to create a room that feeds her soul the way she wants it to.
If, after listening in on today's show, you'd like to book your own call - I encourage you to do that as space each month is limited to five calls. Once they're full, there won't be any others available until the following month.
Book your Decorating S.O.S. call here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome.com
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Book a call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Know BEFORE You Go
A new Quick Tip Tuesday series that addresses ALL the things you need to know about a product before you pull out your credit card. This week's Know BEFORE You Go...Area Rugs!
- MEASURE:
This should go without saying, but measuring before selecting an area rug is critical. Not only should you measure the size of rug you're anticipating purchasing, go a step further - place a marker where those measurements will be: socks, scarves, jumprope, blue tape. It doesn't matter what it is, so long as you do it. Laying it down will give you a visual for how big the rug will actually be.
- ANCHOR:
An area rug serves as an anchor for the furniture that sits atop it, keeping it from floating. The anchor will help define the sitting area and elevate the look of the room.
- SEATING AREA:
Look at where your seating area is before purchasing a rug. Are all the pieces pushed back against the wall making it impossible to fit an area rug that won't be too small? Try moving the furniture away from the wall to define the seating area - then anchor it all together with the rug.
- FRONT LEGS:
General Rule of Thumb: the front legs of all the furniture within the seating area should sit atop the area rug. A little more than the front legs is fine, but a little less is NOT.
- COLOR:
Be careful that the color of the rug is too similar in tone with the furniture of the room. Too dark and it will be too heavy for the space. Contrast can be a good thing.
- INSPIRATION PIECE:
Your rug is an opportunity for not only anchoring the furniture to the room, but anchoring the design to the overall space. Are there colors in the rug that can be repeated throughout the rest of the room allowing for repletion and cohesiveness?
- COST:
Are rugs don't have to cost a lot and it's OK if they land on your "I want to spend less on this item list." If you have children, pets or wear shoes in the house, your rug is going to get a lot of wear and tear and will likely need to be replaced more often than you'd like.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
Did you know there are barriers keeping your home design feeling flat and not cohesive? You may have one or all three in your own home. What are they and what do you do if you have one?
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Bullies: Like any bully, a bully within your home wants to bring everything else around it down. Bullies can stick out like sore thumbs or be as subtle as ca be. The good news: there are ways to Recognize, Remove or Remediate the bully to your home's advantage.
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Bondage: Being stuck in home design is no fun, but this stuck isn't from lack of budget, an uncompromising partner or even a lack of ideas. Being stuck because of an anchor piece that is too costly to replace or is built in to your home can sometimes mean the THING that's keeping you stuck is the same thing that is DEMANDING you make all design decisions to appease it. No good. The good news: managing Expectations, Engaging with the thing keeping you stuck and spending Energy toward creating a plan will help you get UNSTUCK and in to action.
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Borrow: A better word - plagiarize. Copying an inspiring image item for item means that you recognize a beautiful room, but does a severe injustice to honoring your personal design aesthetic. Becoming a student of design helps you get out of overwhelm and allows you to step into confidence as you make design decisions.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Ways to grow in your personal home design:
Decorating S.O.S.: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Room Edit: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/room-edit
Pinterest 101 - understanding your design aesthetic: https://bit.ly/pinning101
Not sure where to start or which path to take on your home design journey? Book a FREE 15 minute Discovery Call.
https://calendly.com/figandfarmathome/15-minute-discovery-call
Happy Styling!
xo,
Dani
Are you a pumpkin spice fan?
The good news is...you don't have to be OR you can be...in order to decorate your fall home. Using your five senses is one of the easiest ways to bring layers, depth and texture into your home decorating. But don't just stop with your five senses, think about MOOD too.
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Smell: What smells make you think of fall? Bringing scents of apple, pear, spices, even tobacco can elicit the smell of fall.
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Sight: What do you see outdoors that you can transfer in to your fall decorating? Think of colors, foliage, textures.
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Sound: What sounds do you hear that remind you of fall? Falling rain, rustling leaves in the wind? How about sound tracks? Replacing upbeat music for more soothing instrumentals may elicit feelings of coziness as the days get longer.
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Touch: When fall arrives we replace our thin textiles for heavier, more textural linens, blankets and pillows. Do you have different textures available as a reminder that fall is a cozy season?
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Taste: Our kitchens are full of flavors of fall, but how can we carry those over to our decorating? Bowls of apples, caramels or even pumpkins on display are reminders that are taste buds need representation too.
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Mood: Every bit as important as our five senes, the mood we want to create in our fall home should not be ignored. How do you want your fall home to feel? Cozy and warm like you're enveloped in a warm hug? Lighting can be instrumental for creating the ambience and setting the mood within your fall home.
Combining all of these elements together create layers, texture and depth as you decorate your fall home. Repeat design elements for intentional styling.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Decorating S.O.S.: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Happy fall decorating!
xo,
dani
Do you have a BLACK thumb and kill every houseplant that you bring into the house?
Decorating with house plants is one of my top 5 secrets for elevating the look of your home in a weekend. Want to know the other four? https://bit.ly/5homesecrets
But if you kill every house plant you bring in to the house would it be better to buy fake plants? NO!
Start small with your pocket book so you can take risks and grow in confidence as a plant parent. Starting small means shopping smart.
Here are FIVE places you can shop for house plants on a budget:
- IKEA:
Skip the fake plants and head straight toward the LARGE plants. These are beautiful, thrive for long periods of time and cost a fraction of the price at a nursery.
- Hardware stores (& Walmart) in the 'I'm barely living, highly discounted' plant section:
Skip the full-priced plant retail section and find the plant stand in the back corner of the store that has all of the deeply discounted plants. These ones are barely surviving and look like it. They need some TLC, but their needs means you'll do research. Your research will help them come out of their growth slump.
- Local grocery stores:
Sometimes a small offering, but take a look the next time you're shopping. Though the variety is limited the prices are competitive.
- Mom & Pop nurseries:
Skip the BIG, flashy, fancy nurseries that advertise from all corners of the universe. The fancy buildings, the cafes inside, the billboard directing the way - all of those are indicators that the prices are going to be high. Search out the local, corner mom and pop plant stand. Maybe it's on Facebook Marketplace or maybe it's in the gravel parking lot of your local grocery station. Their variety won't compare to the big-name nurseries but the prices can't be beat.
- Your own home:
Dividing plants when they get too big for their pot is a great way to get more plants from what you already have. Propagate plant shoots by cutting a small section and placing it in water to let it take root. Once roots form you are ready to plant it in a new pot.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy planting!
xo,
dani
Is it possible to makeover a laundry room from floor to ceiling with only a $400 budget?
YES!!!
The laundry room is COMPLETE and I have one important question...is it possible to love a laundry room? I think so.
5 tips for making your next home decorating project a success:
- Have a starting budget, but keep it flexible:
Can you boost your starting budget by skipping the coffee line or the daily take out at lunch? Or can you adjust your timeline so you can save a bit more to get the product you're wanting for your room?
- Measure twice, cut once:
Slow down, adjust your pace, take your time before cutting, nailing, stenciling. Make sure you read the directions BEFORE you start.
- Start with a plan:
Planning saves you time and money. Before you plan...do some price checking so you can set a realistic starting budget.
- Shop the house:
You'll be amazed at what you find already living in your space. Use it. Those pictures you weren't too fond of in your dining room...you might love them in your new room!
- Take a risk:
Before taking that risk, ask yourself "WHAT'S THE WORST THAT CAN HAPPEN?" Explore the answer. If the worst that can happens you not liking it, what will the remediation be? Will the risk be worth it if you don't like it?
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Decorating S.O.S. (Step Out of Overwhelm and Start): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
"I'll decorate my house when the kids leave home!"
I don't know how many times I've heard 'the kids' used as the barrier to creating a home that is cohesive, clutter-free and a place the parent's can take pride in. The kids...(sigh)...
The KIDS...as their parents you already do so much for them.
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You make nourishing meals.
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You make sure they're clothed appropriately.
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You drive them all over Timbuktu and back so they can play sports, dance, create, hang out with friends...
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You provide learning opportunities and experiences for them that broaden their knowledge and world view.
Not to mention...you LOVE those guys more than anything!
Investing in your kids' physical environment should land on the above list!
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Creating a home that serves your family means creating a home that serves your KIDS too.
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Creating a home that you LOVE coming home to means creating a home that your KIDS love coming home to.
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Creating a home environment that is a respite from the world outside your front doors means creating an environment that is a respite for your KIDS too.
Waiting for your kids to be grown and gone before you create a home that you love, a home that you're proud of, a home that serves you and your family is, to be quite honest, too late. Your KIDS should be the REASON you are creating the environment that:
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serves your family
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lights you up
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feels cozy and comforting to your family
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you are proud of
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Does your home look "put together?"
Creating a cohesive look to your home can make your home look AND FEEL more cozy. These five steps will help you to create a look of cohesiveness as you decorate your home.
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Create a color palette: Using the formula 60 (foundation color) + 30 (primary accent color) + 10 (secondary accent color) will help you navigate the color flow of an open concept space. Play around with the ratios of your accent colors. Do you want three? Great - your formula could be 70 + 10 + 10 + 10.
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Use those colors from your palette as accents in decorating: pillows, rugs, frames, books, artwork...the colors you chose for your color palette should be represented throughout your room's design.
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Look for the outlier (a.k.a. BULLY): standing in one vantage point look around to all areas/rooms. Do you spot something that doesn't quite fit in with the color palette? Something that sticks out like a sore thumb? That's your BULLY and the only thing a bully does is bring down the room's design.
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Remediate the bully: you can remediate the bully by removing it and letting it live somewhere else where it will play nicely with other design elements within the space OR repeat design elements that the bully has somewhere else within the room so that bully isn't an outlier.
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Repeat generalized design elements & specific design elements: repeating design elements like color, metals and woods is just scratching the surface of creating a cohesive looking home. Try taking it a level deeper and repeat design elements that might be a bit more subtle. For example: the succulent artwork you have in the corner of your room. You're not only repeating the colors, but maybe you're repeating the plant itself with a live succulent sitting on the coffee table or the same geometric shape of the plant pot in the art as the candle holder sitting on the mantel.
// Links mentioned in the show: //
Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Work with me: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Going to a paint store can be:
overwhelming, exhausting and just plain frustrating!
Picking a paint color isn't as easy as eeny-meeny-miney-mo, but it CAN be when you know what to think about. Listener, Erica, asked what my favorite shades of white are, but not all whites are created equal and the ones I choose for my home and clients might not work for you. But here's what can...knowing these FOUR things:
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Each color has an UNDERTONE - either warm or cool. Know which undertone is popping up in the white swatches you selected by testing them against a sheet of paper. Is it a warm or cool white?
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Know how you tend do DECORATE - do you choose warm colors or cool colors to decorate with? Have any adjacent walls - are they warm or cool colors. Choosing a white with the same undertone can compliment what is already happening in your home.
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Colors can present themselves lighter or darker with more or less NATURAL LIGHT & ARTIFICIAL LIGHT. Know which is more present in the room you are wanting to paint.
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It's not only OK to HESITATE when choosing a shade of white, but encouraged. Take your time, buy the sample and paint LARGE swatches of that white on EACH of the walls in the room you're wanting to paint. THEN WAIT at least three days to see how the light is reflecting off of the paint on each wall at different points throughout the day.
// Links mentioned in show: //
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Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
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Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
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Example of Alabaster White in a room makeover: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/post/a-surprise-home-makeover-the-power-of-paint
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Example of Bistro White in my home: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/post/bookshelves-a-love-your-home-story
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Do you want help choosing a paint color? Book a call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
We've all heard about the campaign to shop small. It lands nicely the day after the biggest shopping day in the US almost as an after thought to not forget the little guys...to give a crumb or two to the small businesses so they don't feel left out.
BUT...what if we shopped small all year?!
There's a web of interconnectivity that happens when we shop small:
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we help the environment
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we help our pocket books
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we help a small business
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we find unique home decor pieces
Here are 4 ways shopping small can make a BIG impact:
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Keeps things out of the landfills: shopping at thrift stores, garage sales, consignment stores, antique malls, vintage retail stores, Etsy and Ebay eliminate excess waste in landfills.
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Saves you money: shopping at small retail stores rather than big box stores can save you money because items can often times be a fraction of the cost if purchased new.
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Supporting a small business means you are directly impacting a family:
Behind each small boutique, Etsy store, antique mall or vintage retail shop are vendors and owners who work hard curating or crafting their wares. Each sale they make not only elicits a happy dance, but DIRECTLY IMPACTS the family behind it. That sale: pays their rent, puts food on the table, provides the clothing on their backs. Your purchase provides for a family's most basic needs.
- Reduces your shopping overwhelm and frustration:
When you find a vendor, a small boutique, an antique mall, an Etsy shop that you love...one that you repeatedly find products that 'speak your language' - you have basically found a personal shopper. The vendor behind that space is so honed in on their aesthetic that the presentation for the shopper makes your decisions easier, less overwhelming and frustrating. Sometimes...that's worth the extra investment.
// Let's Connect: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Community: www.bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Have a Target sized budget, but want to add personality to your home? Try these 5 things!
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- Add a touch of whimsy
Whimsical touches add personality to your home's design, but what is whimsy? Whimsy is the un-expected, the conversational pieces, the eye candy.
- Uplevel the way you style your decor
It doesn't matter if you have a $0.77 vase or a $77 vase, it matters how you style it. Grab the Bookshelf Style Guide so you can up level the way you style bookshelves, mantles, tables capes, coffee tables, etc. https://bit.ly/bookstyleguide
- Change out the builder-grades
Builder grade design elements that come with your home can be an easy way to add your personality to your home's design. Think: light fixtures, hardware, mirrors, even doorknobs.
- Build - it
Building something yourself, like a dinging table or a bookshelf is a wonderful way to add your personality to your space without spending a lot of money, but what happens if you don't know how to build. Can you take an already built piece and modify it? Like adding moulding to a bookcase or new upholstery to a bench.
- Shop small
This is where the personality lives...small shops like antique stores, thrift stores, vintage markets, flea markets, second hand stores. These stores will not only have unique pieces to furnish your home, but are offered at prices that are sometimes a fraction of the price at big-box stores.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Bookshelf Style Guide: https://bit.ly/bookstyleguide
Wallpaper Blog Post: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/blog-1/search/wallpaper
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
When people think of creating a home on a budget, their minds automatically go to DIY. But what if the only thing you can DIY is a Popsicle stick frame? There's no denying doing things yourself can save you money, but not if you're wasting money by:
buying the supplies and never finishing a project
OR
starting a project that's outside your wheelhouse
6 ways to build your DIY confidence and skillset:
- Start small
Choose a DIY project that is where your skillset is currently, not where you want it to be.
- Choose a deadline
Make that deadline a REALISTIC deadline. If you work all day and tote kids all over tarnation at night, choose a deadline that respects the obligations you have so you can finish it in the time you can dedicate to it. THEN...tell a friend your goals and deadline so they can check in on your progress.
- Only purchase supplies for ONE project at a time
Seeing supplies for unfinished projects only serves one purpose: it's a reminder that you've tried and failed. It reinforces the idea that you're no good at DIYing. That's a lie.
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Finish and COMPLETE the project before moving on to the next one
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Do some research or take a class, but be sure to TRUST the source
Set yourself up for success by doing a little research before starting the project. Know what you're getting into before starting and have a plan in case you get stuck along the way. Got your information from a blogger...can you email the blogger if you're stuck and need help? See the man down the street always building something...can you ask him for help if you need it?
- Respect your learning style
Knowing how you learn best, then seeking out information that will teach you in that format will set you up for DIY success!
Learn with me: Join the community:
Everyone needs a summer break, including Quick Tip Tuesdays, but today they are back!
In today's episode I am answering Erica's question...
Do you have any quick, inexpensive ideas for a kitchen re-fresh?
Re-freshing a space, any space, in your home can be as easy as FREE if you focus on reducing the visual chaos (aka clutter) that takes up precious real estate in your home. In your kitchen alone, there are three clutter hotspots:
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refrigerators
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above kitchen cabinets
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countertops
How do you eliminate clutter when you know SOMEDAY you may just use that bread machine that has been wedged so far in the corner that you've forgotten about it for the past 22 years? You may just use it. Right? Right? Maybe. In today's episode I share tips for how to prioritize what stays on the counters and what goes, as well as what gets priority in the front and center of your cabinets and cupboards.
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
Let's connect:
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Do you have a question you'd like answered on Quick Tip Tuesday? Submit your question here: figanfarmathome@gmail.com
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Want to book a call so I can help you create your vignettes in your kitchen?
Book a call here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
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See how I used an everyday object (a cake stand) as a pivotal tool in my kitchen styling: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/post/styling-with-everyday-objects-cake-stand
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Join our community of mamas, just like you, who want to learn to style their own homes: https://bit.ly/design101group
When functional is janky, broken and just down right inefficient designing a space that meets the purpose you NEED the room to meet is a no brainer.
Doing it on a $400 budget is down right absurd, right? WRONG!
Join me on the journey of re-designing my laundry room so it's not only more efficient for me and my family, but beautiful too!
Subscribe to my email so you can watch the transformation happen real-time: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Learn if your home is serving you or you are serving it by taking the quiz:
https://bit.ly/bossofhome
Take Pinterest 101: Pinning with a Purpose so you can learn your design aesthetic:
https://bit.ly/pinning101
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Join the journey as this laundry room transforms from janky and underserving to beautiful and hard working...all with $400! This transformation is happening real-time, August 2022. Stay up-to-date with all the changes and every-other-day updates by joining my newsletter.
Email Dani at: figandfarmathome@gmail.com to see the transformation happen real-time.
What will you learn in this mini video design series:
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how to design a room that meets your purpose
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how to prioritize spending
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how to replace moulding
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how to build board and batten
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how to push past 'plain' into daring
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how to upgrade builder grade flush mount lighting the DIY way
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how to paint laminate flooring
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how to create your own stencil
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how to create whimsical art from a tired canvas painting
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how to build shelving
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how to stretch a $400 budget by thrifting, using what you have, shopping the house and selling what you don't need
Ready to transform a room in your home? Start with Pinterest 101: Pinning with a Purpose so you can learn what your unique design aesthetic is so you can make design decisions with confidence!
Start your design journey here: Pinterest 101
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Before you get any more frustrated
about not making forward progress in home design, take a minute and remind yourself how far you've come. SO WHAT, if you have to pause to re-learn a skill, refine your aesthetic, or press SOS for that designer. Taking a bit of time now will reap big benefits later.
3 signs you may be ready to reach out for design reinforcements:
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You started your design project with confidence, but as the decisions get BIGGER and the price point gets HIGHER, your confidence is waning.
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You are in tune with your unique design aesthetic (THANK YOU Pinterest 101: Pinning with a Purpose) and can make design decisions and shopping decisions quickly, but once you bring home the item you HAVE NO CLUE what to do with it. How do you STYLE the silly things?
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You are in tune with your unique design aesthetic and have successfully made all of your designs with ease, confidence and excitement, but when it comes to making a commitment with a higher ticketed item you BALK, you STALL, you become PARALYZED in INDECISION. You know you want a leather couch, but which style? Which shade of brown out of 502 shades of brown?
But how do you know WHAT KIND OF HELP might be best for you?
5 ways fig & farm (at home) can help:
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- Start the conversation with a FREE 15 minute discovery call to share about your project and receive recommendations for helpful solutions.
https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
- Become a student of design as you learn to identify your unique design aesthetic. Stop wasting time and money buying and returning product after product. Stop the overwhelm, frustration and confusion of having SO MANY design decisions that you can't possibly choose just one. Learn to identify your aesthetic using Pinterest. Pinterest 101: Pinning with a Purpose
https://bit.ly/pinning101
- Book a 45 minute call to ask ALL your design questions. Maybe you've thought about how nice it would be to have a designer in your back pocket to help you make those decisions that you know shouldn't be so hard, but are a little tricker than you thought.
https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
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You'v purchased all the things with confidence and made your design decisions with ease, but you don't know how to style your decor once you get it home. Bookshelf Style Guide is for you! Learn the fundamentals of styling like the pros - how to layer, use height, scale and depth to your advantage.
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Book a Room Edit to have a designer's eye on your project. Want a little fine tuning - someone to give you advice for how to tweak your design ever so slightly so you can create a cohesive room? OR...maybe you're starting completely from scratch and you just want someone to tell you what to do to make your home look and feel better. Yup...a Room Edit is for you too.
https://www.figandfarmathome.com/room-edit
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
BUT WHERE DO I START?
One of the most common questions I get is exactly this! Welcome to part 2 of the design series, Where Do I Start!
Last week we addressed how to start by staring your limiting belief square in the face and working past it into action. You can listen to that episode here:
https://figandfarmathome.podbean.com/e/98/
This week we are talking to the girl who is READY FOR ACTION.
You KNOW you want to start, you're ready to make change, you're not afraid of doing the hard work...you just don't know what to do first. You may be asking these questions:
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Do I paint the walls first?
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Do I buy the couch first?
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Do I hang art first?
WHAT DO I DO FIRST?
What you do...are these 6 things, but fair warning...NUMBER 4 IS MOST IMPORTANT!
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PICK a room
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Identify the PURPOSE you have for that room
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Don't PURCHASE anything...put that credit card down.
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PIN WITH A PURPOSE: learn what your aesthetic is
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PLAN what the big picture is so you can work backwards
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Be PATIENT
NEW COURSE:
PINTERST 101: PINNING WITH A PURPOSE
so you can identify your unique design aesthetic is available at HALF-OFF until Monday, August 1st at midnight pst. Use code: PINIT at checkout.
In this three part mini series you will be able to identify where you are on the continuum of STARTING in home design.
Are you...STUCK in constant indecision, overwhelm and limiting beliefs while living in a home that you know doesn't inspire you, but you believe you don't have the tools, knowledge or money to do anything about it? (part 1)
Are you...READY to start telling your family's story with your style, but you don't know what the first step is? Do you paint the walls, move the furniture or buy the art first? And WHY do you constantly go shopping, find the cute thing, bring it home cause you know it will be perfect in your home, then once it's there you hate it? (part 2)
Are you...well on your way crafting and CREATING a home that serves you and your family with a space that you know is a reflection of you, but would like a little more understanding and guidance knowing how to pull it all together? (part 3)
Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on part 2 and part 3 - each week RESOURCES will be provided to help you get through the space you currently land in.
THIS WEEK (part 1): staying stuck in INACTION doesn't mean you have to stay stuck. Often we are bound my misperceptions, miscommunication or lack of skill or knowledge. Once we ask ourselves WHY we continue to sit in inaction that's when the movement truly begins.
// FREE RESOURCES: //
5 Home Secrets to Elevating your Home This Weekend:
https://bit.ly/5homesecrets
Back 2 Basics (in home design): 5 day FREE mini course
https://bit.ly/fandfb2b
Community:
https://bit.ly/design101group
Way to take the FIRST STEP into action! See you next week!!
xo,
dani
COASTAL GRANDMA
The decorating style that has been taking center stage on Pinterest, Instagram, and blogs this spring. But did you know...Coastal Grandma was a STYLE long before there was a name for it.
What is Coastal Grandma?
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It's a lifestyle
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It's a clothing fashion
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It's a home decor style
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What does it look like in home decor?
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It looks relaxed and casual
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It looks timeless and classy
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It looks cozy and inviting
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It looks bright and airy
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It looks beachy with soft beach-like hues
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It looks textured, lived-in and layered
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It looks like a Nancy Meyers movie with Diane Keaton as the main actress!
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6 Tips for getting the look in your home
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White slip covers are everything!
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Luxury is in all the details!
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Aim for collected, not decorated!
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You absolutely CAN put a desk in the bedroom!
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Classic DOESN'T mean boring!
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Juxtaposition is key!
// Links mentioned in show //
Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Podcast with Liz Marie Galvan of lizmarieblog.com: https://figandfarmathome.podbean.com/e/95/
6 Home Styling Tips We Learned from Nancy Meyers: https://theeverygirl.com/nancy-meyers-home-tips/
Book a call to move YOUR design needle forward: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
What happens when ALL the plans you have in place go awry? Haywire? Wonky? What ever you want to call it - it goes sideways and it goes there fast?! Do we throw in the towel and give up? NO!!! Do we push harder? NO!!! Do we start over? NO!!!
4 tips for navigating next steps when things don't quite go as planned:
- Re-evaluate your goals:
What were the original goals you had in mind before the plans went awry? Do those goals still apply or do you need to set new ones?
- Assess and adjust your priorities:
Are your goals in alignment with your priorities? If not, something needs to be adjusted.
- Manage your expectations:
What you expected to happen before your plans went awry isn't what's happening, so manage those expectations so you don't get frustrated, annoyed, disappointed, discouraged...
- Give yourself some GRACE!
Who are you letting down with the awry plans? You? Your kids? Your spouse? Your boss? Your own vision of success? Acknowledging what the cost is, is helpful for appropriately allowing yourself some grace!
// ANNOUNCEMENT //
Quick Tip Tuesdays will resume Tuesday, September 6, 2022! Keep those questions coming!
// Links mentioned in show //
Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Podcast Episode: Tired of hearing, "Mom, I'm BORED?" 5 tips for cultivating creativity for the kids while creating space for moms to get some work done this summer! https://figandfarmathome.podbean.com/e/93/
Book a call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
See ya soon!
xo,
dani
On today's podcast I'm joined by special guest Liz Marie Galvan, author of lizmarieblog.com and bestselling author of Cozy White Cottage and Cozy White Cottage: Seasons. She's also the co-owner of The Found Cottage, her home decor boutique. She blogs daily about life on her farm, their 1800s fixer-upper farmhouse, her latest DIY project, even about their adoption journey.
In our conversation today, we talk about what cozy means to Liz Marie and how cozy can be translated and re-created in any home, any space, any corner. Liz Marie shares tips on creating intentional cozy spaces for kids and how to create cozy spaces outdoors.
You can connect with Liz Marie on her blog at: www.lizmarieblog.com
follow her daily stories on Instagram @lizmariegalvan or read her book, anywhere books are sold.
I hope you are inspired by today's conversation!
xo,
dani
BEFORE you rent a storage unit...
to hold all of the textiles, pillows, artwork, lamps, etc. you use when you shop the house for decorating- take stock of what you already have!
When decorating your home, shopping the house doesn't mean you should be drowning in excess! Storing simply, using the space and furniture you already have, and rotating items often can help you successfully shop your home using the items you've already vetted!
Utilizing furniture that can pull its weight by serving both FORM and FUNCTION is the easiest way to minimize STUFF and to store any excess with ease!
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Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Are you tired of:
hearing..."MOM, I'm bored!"
or
seeing...your kids plugged in to screens all day?
Me too! That's why I developed this simple summer time system that keeps the kiddos engaged throughout the day WITHOUT me needing to entertain them! This same structure allows me the freedom to work independently: whether that work is working from home or working around the house.
The TRUTH of the matter? Sometimes kiddos need a little bit of structure to help them thrive and sometimes this structure ACTUALLY helps them to play longer and more independently. I learned this lesson while teaching my student Marshawn all those years ago. He taught me that structure, even in summer, isn't necessarily a bad thing.
Continue the conversation after the show to share your ideas and tips for beating summer time boredom: https://bit.ly/design101group
Questions! Questions! Questions!
You know you have a 'keeper' when you can play a public game of Stump Greg to see what he knows about home design! Before the podcast went live a year ago, we played on Instagram and it was a fan favorite! Bringing it back today - Podcast style.
The questions I'm asking Greg are questions I received from listeners and have already answered either on a Quick Tip Tuesday or on the blog at figandfarmathome.com Today...I'm asking Greg some of these same questions to see what he would advise! He's been taking great notes throughout the year and has some wonderful answers!
Enjoy today's silly antics...my version of having FUN while celebrating a year of podcasting! Next week we're bringing back the regularly scheduled content.
Do you have questions you want featured on the show? Send me your questions at figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Want to receive my newsletter so you don't miss fun give-aways, deep discounted offers or silly antics? Send me an email to be added to the list or join the Facebook Community! https://bit.ly/design101group
Thank you for celebrating with me this week - it's been a joy!!
xo,
dani
Dinnertime habits and routines...do you have them? Do you eat on the go? Do you engage in conversation around the dinner table?
Today's conversation is with my oldest son Owen who has fifteen years of experience engaging in dinnertime conversation with his family! He's sharing 4 tips to help busy mamas slow down and really connect with kid-centered topics. The last tip...it's for the kids.
5 tips for engaging in kid-centered dinnertime conversation:
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Star Wars: keep a picture dictionary handy so you know who's who
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Soccer (or any sport): keep a general rule book handy so you can fact check rules that don't sound like rules
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Marvel: back to the picture dictionary or, better yet, get out the figurines so you can identify who's who
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Video games: keep eye contact with the kids when they're sharing ALL the details because it's important to them
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Kids...be sure to compliment your mamas for the delicious meal. And if you don't like it, at least say thank you for their hard work in preparing it.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Be sure to tell me what games you play at your dinnertime table!
Dani
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY fig & farm (at home)!
In today's episode I'm sharing the five things that have been difficult with podcasting this past year, as well as five things that have made it all worth while. Would I do it again...say yes to the fear, the uncertainty of a job I knew nothing about? Without a doubt...YES! Saying yes in pursuit of a dream, so my boys could watch front and center is the main reason I said yes to podcasting. But spreading the message that our homes are canvases for story telling and that we, as home dwellers are the authors of that story is my main mission! I am happy to be walking this journey with so many of you who have been with me from the start! Thank you for a wonderful year!
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Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
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Everyone loves a good party...even the smallest among us!
Hosting a child's birthday party at home doesn't have to be intimidating, overwhelming or avoided. Use these 5 tips so you can plan a party that your kiddo will remember for years to come!
Party planning tips provided by 11 year old Charlie, kiddo expert and party connoisseur!
5 Party Planning Tips:
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Invite guests your kids love spending time with
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Choose a party theme that your kiddo will LOVE
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Plan thematic party activities
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Plan thematic party food
Bonus: Plan and wear thematic costumes
- Don't skimp on the party favors (make those thematic too!)
Bonus: Pre-planning and structuring your activities will help center the excited kiddo energy that naturally comes along with parties, while also keeping the kiddos engaged so their energy is focused and productive.
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Subscribe to newsletter for your chance to win celebration week give-aways! figandfarmathome@gmail.com
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It's a week of celebration here on the podcast! We're celebrating one year of podcasting! Today's special guest, Henry - a Master Lego builder, kitty enthusiast and voracious reader!
Henry shares his six tips for designing a kid centered room.
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Choose a theme
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Make sure you are including things that the kids like (i.e. colors)
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Create cozy corners
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Include lots of storage
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Make space for pets
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Include storage for special books
Give-aways are happening all week long in celebration of the podcast anniversary! Are YOU:
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subscribed to the newsletter? Email are at: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
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subscribed to the show? https://figandfarmathome.podbean.com
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part of our Facebook Community? https://bit.ly/design101group
Let the celebration fun continue!!
xo,
dani
Today's conversation is with interior designer Jessica Velasquez from Interiors By Jessica. Her combined experience in real estate and interior design are the foundation behind her mission: serving first time home owners!
Jessica believes that first time home owners are an under-served demographic who often times get stuck believing that their homes aren't good enough to invest in and that their budgets are too small to make any reasonable change.
We talk candidly about:
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imposter syndrome as designers working in the industry
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understanding your aesthetic and unique design code
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identifying your intention and any limiting beliefs keeping you stuck
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the importance of creating a road map that leads toward design
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how critical communication is when hiring an interior designer
AND MOST IMPORTANTLY
- the philosophy behind creating, respecting and utilizing a budget no matter HOW SMALL
// Links mentioned in show //
Email to join the newsletter: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
5 home secrets to elevate your home this weekend: https://bit.ly/5homesecrets
Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
// Connect with Jessica //
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/interiors_by_jessica/
FREE guide - Your Home, Your Sanctuary: https://mailchi.mp/interiorsbyjessica.ca/the-self-care-home-guide
Website: https://www.interiorsbyjessica.ca
Pins to Reality: https://mailchi.mp/interiorsbyjessica.ca/frompinstorealityoctober2021
Happy styling!
xo,
Dani
Scale matters!
In so many facets of home design, having the appropriate scale will help your room feel 'just right' or sometimes not right at all. So what scale should we be thinking when it's time to choose a chandelier for a room? How about choosing a chandelier for hanging over a dining room or kitchen table?
If you're in the market for a chandelier, you may want to take some notes, grab your calculator and be ready to do some serious math. Not hard math, but seriously, yes, you'll need to do some math.
General guidelines:
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For a room:
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Add the width of the room + the length of the room
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Take that number, remove the ft. label and instead place inches.
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That number in inches should be the diameter of the chandelier for
your room. (ex. 12' + 12' = 24' / 24" diameter chandelier)
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For hanging above a dining room or kitchen table:
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Measure your table in inches
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The diameter of your chandelier should be no closer to 12" from all
edges of your table
- For example: table measurement 42" x 80"
(42-24 = 18" diameter chandelier)
But if you want it to be rectangle:
(80-24 = 56" the length of the chandelier)
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Ask them here: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
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Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
"When I have my forever home, I'll..."
"I hate that piece, but I can't ..."
"But it won't look like that picture I saw..."
"If I paint my room this color, so and so won't like it..."
"I'll just wait to buy nice furniture when the kids are out of the house..."
Have you ever said one (or more) of these things? If you have, you may have Imposter Syndrome, Pinterest Paralysis, Instagram Comparison-itis or a combination of all three.
In today's episode I share a little more about my own journey into podcasting and how I overcame the Imposter Syndrome that was keeping me stuck and out of action. I share the 6 questions I ask myself when I want to move in action, whether it's toward a dream I have, a scary goal or when it comes to making change in home decorating.
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Will it bring value and joy to your life (and that of your family or the people you share your life with)?
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Are you making this choice for you or for them?
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What if we fast forward ten years and took a peek back at today...what would you tell yourself?
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Are you striving for perfection or progress?
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What's the worst that can happen?
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Prepare to be surprised!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Book a FREE 15 minute discovery call: www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Today's Quick Tip comes from Tammie who wants to know what general guidelines she should follow when it comes to hanging curtains in her home. But BEFORE you buy curtains you need to choose a ROD and while you're choosing a rod you need to choose your FINIALS.
THEN it's time to choose your curtains.
Guidelines to follow:
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Choose your rod
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Finials have a lot of personality so choose wisely
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Hanging your curtain rod should start at 6" (out and up) from the corner edge of your window and can go up to 12"
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If you are going to choose hang them higher or lower, hang them higher
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Curtain rods should be hung at the same height even if the windows are at different heights
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Use the same curtain and rod if you're in the same room
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Curtains can brush the floor, pool on the floor or hang part way along the baseboard
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Curtains hanging too short instantly date your room
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SO much more... watch my video series on how to hang your curtains using the links below.
// How to hang curtains video series: //
Part 1: https://youtu.be/r7WUT3ReBCM
Part 2: https://youtu.be/_YT7oquCcbs
Part 3: https://youtu.be/BvVHOOlGVIw
// Other links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Book a call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
OR
Start with a FREE discovery call to learn how we can work together:
https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
The number ONE thing that could be holding your home's design back from looking and feeling cohesive could be hiding in plain view! Do you know what it is or how to spot it? Or even what to look for?
In today's episode we're talking about BULLIES in home design.
If REPETITION is the key to having a cohesive looking home, BULLIES are the antithesis to that.
They sneak in, hiding in plain sight and can bring your home's aesthetics down. So, how do you identify them?
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Look at your room through the sense of a camera
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Sit and scan, noticing at least three of a similar design element
How do you remediate a bully WHEN YOU FIND ONE?
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Remove the object
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Replace the object
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Remediate the object by repeating the design elements elsewhere in the room
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Book a call so YOU can get unstuck in your home's design: www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facbook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Today's episode is Part 3 of our three part series of doing a living room re-fresh on a small budget. If you missed the first two episodes, go back and listen.
Part 1: What you can do with $100. Listen here!
Part 2: What you can do with $200. Listen here!
In today's episode we conclude our mini-series, So, you have a small budget?! What can $xxx get you if you want a living room re-fresh?
It turns out...quite a lot. Knowing which changes should be made and where they appear on your timeline is a critical part of making home decorating decisions on a budget. Understanding the impact that is made to your home's design can save you time and money while also helping get you unstuck and out of overwhelm.
So, what can you do with $300?
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Paint
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Add bamboo shades
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Buy an area rug
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Buy paint and the paint class so you can learn to paint furniture
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Buy the Bookshelf Style Guide so you can learn how to style all of the things you already own
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Wallpaper a niche or a small area in your living room
So many more ideas, but none of these are specific to your home. Want ideas specific to your home? Book a call, so you can get suggestions with YOUR budget and YOUR home today. Book a call.
Do you have a question that you'd like answered on the show? Ask here.
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Pinterest can be:
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fun
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a nice distraction
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a source for inspiration
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a waste of time
Yes...I said it. Pinterest can be all of those things, but did you know...
Pinterest can be purposeful!
When used with purpose, Pinterest can be:
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resourceful
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inspirational
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educational
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the key to finally unlocking your design aesthetic
SO YOU CAN...
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get unstuck
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remove the overwhelm
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stop buying and returning
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finally invite your friends over because you're proud of your home!
In today's episode, I share five ways you can use Pinterest with purpose in order to turn your dream of a home you love into reality.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Book a call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Continuing last week's conversation: if I only have $100 but want to do a living room re-fresh, is it better to save and wait or are there things I can change now within this budget? Part 2...what if my budget was $200?
$200...not much more than last week's $100, but definitely an improvement!
But when you're wanting BIG CHANGE in your living room and you have a tiny budget to start with, even with an extra $100 to spend it's not going to bring about big change...right? WRONG!
In today's episode I share two options for re-freshing your living room with a $200 budget. Option 1: a continuation of what we did for Sarah, last week. If you missed that episode, listen here:
Option 2: spending $200 at once. What are good options for a living room re-fresh when you're working with that budget?
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Paint: but you need to start with a color palette (listen here for how to create one)
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Lighting: enhance the mood with some ambient lighting and ditch the builder grade overhead light fixtures to bring in lighting with your personality
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Small Anchor Pieces: not sure what those are? Go back and listen to the episode where I flip BUDGET on its head, making it not only imaginable but fully possible for you to create a home you love with the budget you have. Listen here.
// Links mentioned in show: //
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Feeling BRAVE? Post a picture of YOUR living room in the Facebook Community with the caption $200 and I'll suggest budget-friendly change specific to you (*I will do this for the first 5 people who comment with a picture. Offer expires 6/1/2022). https://bit.ly/design101group
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Work with me: www.figandfarmathome.com
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Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
What happens when you are wanting to re-fresh a room in your house, but you are starting with a smaller than small budget?
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Do you wait and save?
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Do you throw in the towel because you think it's not worth it?
OR
- Do you start with these 5 things because they are bound to start you off on the right foot?
In today's episode we're talking about how you can make significant change in re-freshing a room in your home even when you budget is small. Start with these 5 things:
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Setting the intention for the room and identifying why you want a re-fresh is a critical first step.
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Choosing an inspiration piece for your room will help you choose a color palette for your room.
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Using what you have is critical for keeping costs low. Be creative, think outside the box and try to see a different use for the items you want to bring into the design.
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Pick up the paintbrush and don't be afraid to paint. Painting is transformational and it doesn't always have to be paint on the walls. If you can't paint the walls, how about painting the furniture?
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Repetition is the key to a cohesive design. Look for design elements (colors, patterns, wood tones, metals) that are repeating throughout your room. Even better - make sure these design elements aren't clumped together in one area. Spread them out throughout your room to create balance.
// Links mentioned in show: //
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Book a call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
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Follow my $500 school office re-fresh journey: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
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How to paint furniture: https://bit.ly/paintingfurniture101
Happy Styling!
xo,
dani
"I only have $100 to spend on my living room upgrade. Is it worth it? Should I make any changes at all or save it for later?"
Those were the questions I received from Sara when she approached me with questions about using her small budget. Sara was in for a BIG surprise when I mentioned how I would spend every penny in order to make mighty change in her living room.
Step 1: ditch the pillows that came with the couch
Step 2: purchase new pillows
Step 3: use left over money to buy plants because plants go with
everything
When listening to this episode, you may want to grab a notebook and pen because I not only tell Sara how I would make BIG impact change in her living room, I tell her where I would source the products in order to honor her $100 budget.
// Links mentioned in show: //
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Ask your question: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Join the FREE community (this month we're taking a deep dive into how you can create a cohesive home): www.bit.ly/design101group
Follow along on Instagram as I work with a client to re-fresh an entire room for just $500: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Want to be design besties? Subscribe to the newsletter: www.figandfarmathome.com
Happy styling!
xo,
Dani
Your front porch is the first impression someone gets when they visit your home and we learned waaaaaay back in middle school that first impressions matter...a lot! Often times your front porch acts as a preview for what your guests will find inside and now that winter's over, it's time to pay a little more attention to the first impression.
When you design outside with the same attention to detail and intention as you do inside, you can create the atmosphere that you want. Playful, cozy, inviting, whimsical. Whatever you want your home's design to say, you can allude to it by giving your guests a peek-a-boo as to what's to come once they open the front door.
5 ways to refresh your front porch this weekend:
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Start with a blank slate: clearing everything off the front porch so you can start with a blank slate allows you to do two things - deep clean and think creatively.
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Choose a color formula: YES, even outside - choose a color formula you want to work with in your outdoor area. Sometimes it can be a replica of what's happening inside. Other times you may want to treat it as its own mini-design habitat. Choosing a color formula helps you make intentional choices when you begin gathering your items.
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Work from bottom to top: think in layers starting at the foundation - your porch's floor. Layer, add height, texture and depth. And be sure to check for repetition...are design elements (colors, woods, metals, etc.) repeating themselves throughout the front porch design in an effort to create a cohesive look?
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Design with your senses: Look around at your from porch's design...do you see elements that add to the overall experience? Do you have a variety of textures you can touch, smells you can smell, elements you can hear, like wind chimes. Leaving out the sense of taste but replacing it with feeling - ask yourself how your front porch feels.
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Add whimsical touches: In this small area, don't be afraid to play! Experiment with design and have fun. Think vertically as well as in layers. Can you hang things on the siding or from the eaves? Think about ambience - do you have lighting other than the overhead porch light? Think 'out of the box' ideas - like teacups as planters, birdcages as vestibules for holding plants. Take risks and have fun!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Facebook community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Work with me: www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Cousin Larry will say he has the same problem decorating his house.
Susan down the street will give you advice about using traditional design elements like Tiffany lamps and doilies.
Rhonda across town will tell you everything looks better in purple and lime green.
Asking your 500 friends on social media for design advice is basically inviting:
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a headache
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confusion
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indecision
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frustration
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overwhelm
Not only that, making a public declaration that you are accepting the opinion of 500 people will likely mean that you'll be receiving the opinion of 500 people! If you don't already have a grasp of your design aesthetic before placing your all-call, imagine the work you'll need to do to comb through 500 opinions just to try to BEGIN to see your own.
IT'S JUST NOT WORTH IT!
In today's episode I share three reasons why casting a wide net of design advice is a BAD idea and what you could do instead. The number ONE thing you can do? Learn your aesthetic. Becoming a student of design allows you the freedom to learn your aesthetic, and sister friend, your aesthetic is as unique to you as your fingerprints. Learning your aesthetic allows you to:
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make design decisions with confidence
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get out of the overwhelm in home design
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stop the cycle of buying and returning because you're not sure once you get it home
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appreciate different styles in the store without making the mistake of buying them and bringing them home
// Links mentioned in show: //
Email your questions: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Join the waitlist (Learning your aesthetic using Pinterest course):
Book a call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Cleaning...LOVE it or HATE it?
Before I started using this FOUR part system for home cleaning, I only believed a clean house could happen one of these four ways (I always fell into category 1):
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Company's coming...ALL the frenzied cleaning action needs to happen NOW!
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Hire out...not worth your time or effort!
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Cleaning...what's that and why bother?
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Whistle while you mop because you LOVE cleaning!
THIS FOUR PART SYSTEM
is a game changer!
Cleaning in:
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Manageable steps
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An hour or less each week
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Partnership with those you share your home with
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Preparation for enjoying your home, rather than obligation
Cleaning is part three of our spring into home series - a foundational and systematic part that is essential before we begin to make our homes beautiful.
Missed Part 2 (Organizing)? Listen here
Missed Part 1 (Editing)? Listen here
// Links mentioned in show: //
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
A Mother's Day Design Package Just for You!: www.figandfarmathome.com
(scroll all the way to the bottom)
When it comes to Mother's Day, do you have traditions? Does your day look the same year to year? The same gift? The same activity? The same take out dinner?
Your husbands can thank me later for doing their shopping for them this Mother's Day!
Send them this link: www.figandfarmathome.com and have them scroll all the way to the bottom. It's right there ready for them, like the gift wrapping station at the mall!
If you are constantly stuck in indecision, design overwhelm or comparison-itis, you don't know where to start you just know you want a change...Happy Mother's Day! These packages were put together to help get you out of design overwhelm and into action so you can finally have a home that you love coming home to!
Package 1: planning call with me, 1 mood board and 1 revision, plus access to my Bookshelf Style Guide
Package 2: planning call with me, 2 mood boards and 1 revision each, plus access to my Bookshelf Style Guide
*Prices discounted for bundle purchase only and available until May 1, 2022
// Links Mentioned in Show: //
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Work with me: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Mother's Day Package: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Happy styling!
xo,
Dani
Organizing...you either love it or you hate it. Why is so important when really what you want is a beautiful home? No matter how pretty your home is, if your home isn't working FOR you, it will be making you work for it which ultimately robs you of the time and energy to enjoy this beautiful space you just created!
7 other reasons why organizing is important:
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Creates efficiency in your home
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Makes spaces easier to use
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Makes enlisting help from small hands (or hubby hands) easier because they know where to find things
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Saves you money because you don't go out and buy the thing that you 'just know you have' but can't find anywhere
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Allows you the space to see your things which means - continual editing (or decluttering)
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Sets the stage for keeping things tidy in the future
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It can be pretty
HOW do you organize? Following these three steps makes it easier than you think:
- Edit your space
Listen to last week's episode: Spring design series (pt. 1): Editing// The progression to decorating doesn't ACTUALLY start with all the pretty things...we're taking it WAY back to the beginning
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Start with a broad space you'd like to organize (i.e. Pantry)...plan sub-categories within that space (i.e. breakfast shelf, dinner shelf, snack shelf)...plan micro-niche categories within that (i.e. pasta basket, jars for grains, canned goods area). Assigning an appropriate amount of space for your belongings will help you successfully create boundaries for your things to stay within.
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Think vertically. Use forgotten spaces by going UP not just out. But remember, going up doesn't mean you have space for more...it means you are being more efficient with the space you have!
// Links mentioned in show: //
Quiz: Does your home serve you or are you serving your home?
Join the newsletter: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Full disclosure: this episode is teary. As today marks the fourth anniversary of my mom's passing, I share a bit more history about her role in helping to shape me into a creative, and ultimately, a decorator. The story, however, is not all roses and could be triggering for some to listen to. The story is also honoring as I share some of the creative talents that I was witness to and learned first hand from.
You'll hear that one of my mom's many talents was as a seamstress and in honor of her today, and in light of today being a quick tip Tuesday, I'm sharing a tutorial for how to sew pillow covers. It's easier than you think and if you can sew a straight line, you'll be brilliant in creating a pillow cover!
How to sew a pillow cover: https://youtu.be/VYpgUWpx-ZM
The progression to good home design doesn't actually start with decorating your home.
NOPE!
Good design starts waaaaaaaay back in the spring cleaning phase when you're tired of looking at and stepping over boxes and bags and crud that take up wasted space in your home. CLUTTER...that's what we're talking about. The C word. THE C word. The word that I know you'd rather just gloss on over to get to the pretty stuff. But the truth of the matter is this...
IT DOESN'T MATTER HOW PRETTY YOU MAKE YOUR HOME...
If you still have clutter lying around, creeping into open spaces, your home will ALWAYS feel off - no matter how pretty the walls and the pillows are!
Tips & encouragement for editing your home:
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Start small so you can feel successful
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As the projects get bigger, give them parameters (i.e. a time limit)
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As you start wavering in indecision, ask yourself:
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Do I love this item?
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Have I used this item within the last six months?
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When I think of the item do I typically think "someday, I will..."
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NO...you are not wasting money by donating it.
YOU WASTED THE MONEY WHEN YOU BOUGHT IT!
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Take action
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Take the bags to the dump
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Drop the boxes off at the donation center
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Take your baby things to your friend's house
GET THEM OUT!!!
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Do it often. Rinse & Repeat.
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Set a goal, treat yourself to a non-stuff related prize when you're done
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Get an accountability partner to cheer you on, keep you honest and enjoy the treat at the end with!
Want an accountability partner? Join the Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Happy designing!
xo,
dani
Do you have NAKED hallways? What are some things to consider when adding an area rug (aka runner) to a hallway?
Definite NO: if you want to layer a hallway runner on top of carpet
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Definite YES - consider these things:
* standard runners are 2' x 7' : do you have enough hallway to support
that length, leaving it looking centered?
* anytime you can add layers, warmth, depth and texture in your home's
design (even if it's in the form of a hallway runner) is a
GOOD THING!
* how washable is it really? (psst...MOST hallway runners are washable!)
* does the design of it play nicely and coordinate (not necessarily match-
match) with its adjacent neighbor?
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Do YOU have a question you'd like answered on the show? Email me: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
DM me: @figandfarm on Instagram or Facebook
Join the Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy decorating!
xo,
dani
Ever heard the phrase small risks, BIG reward? That's what we're talking about in today's episode. Taking these five small risks don't require tearing down walls or painting anything and if you don't like them, what's the worst that can happen? You put everything back exactly how you had it.
But the very best part? These risks are directly tied to your personality. These are all opportunities for telling YOUR STORY with YOUR STYLE - which is what fig & farm (at home) is all about.
Take these five risks this weekend:
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Re-arrange your furniture, borrow furniture and shop the house
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Style your bookshelf and other large items that take up a lot of real estate in your home
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Need a little help styling bookshelves: https://bit.ly/bookstyleguide
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Replace your artwork, add art to unsuspecting areas and hang the cutest of kiddo art
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Swap out textiles like pillows, throw blankets and curtains
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Try peel and stick wallpaper
Share all of the ways you're taking risks in your home design over in our Facebook community! https://bit.ly/design101group
Stay in touch:
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: @figandfarm
Happy styling!
xo,
dani
Design 101: Ten weeks to home design transformation
FAQs:
What is Design 101:
A ten week immersive course teaching you the steps in the design process, with weekly lessons and homework with actionable steps so you can make a confident plan to transforming one room in your home.
Why is it 10 weeks?:
Design takes time and we are all busy. Each week I will teach a live lesson and give you homework to complete actionable steps within one room in your home so you can begin to see transformation.
Why do you only offer it two times a year?
fig & farm (at home) is a multi-faceted operation. From podcast, teaching in the Facebook group (https://bit.ly/design101group), running my brick and mortar shop, having independent design clients to raising my family, I keep pretty busy. Also...I want to give you the attention you deserve within those ten weeks and that attention requires a lot of dedicated energy. You want results and I want to work hard to give you those results.
How much homework is there weekly?:
You can expect about an hour to an hour and a half live weekly lessons (they are recorded in case you can't make it live) and about an hour to two hours weekly of homework. There will be more homework some weeks than others.
What if I don't have a big enough budget to make all the changes in ten weeks that I want to make for my room?:
Then THIS is the class for you because one of the weeks you are learning about budgeting in correlation with project mapping. That project map is essential for knowing which changes need to be made first, second, third etc. Sometimes the biggest changes that are made cost the least amount of money and can be made right away. Other times, those changes, once you know what they are in order to make the biggest impact, can be made in the future.
How do I register?:
You can register by going to: www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
When does it start?:
Class runs from April 14th - June 16th
What if I can't do it in April?:
I will be offering another session of Design 101 in late summer, early fall. Head to my website: www.figandfarmathome.com to join the waitlist.
What if I have more questions?:
I'd love to answer any questions that you might have. Send all your questions here: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
See you in class!
xo,
dani
Home decorating can feel:
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DAUNTING
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FRUSTRATING
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OVERWHELMING
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TIRING
when you don't know where to start or which steps to take IF you do start.
What should you FOCUS on? What should your PRIORITIES be? Where should you START?
START at the beginning with the ABCs of home design. Using these ABCs as a guide will help guide your focus, steps and priorities.
A: Anatomy of a room & Aesthetics
B: Budget
C: Cohesive color palette
D: Design
E: Execution
DOING it on your own is one option.
WAITING for the time to be right is another option.
JOINING Design 101, my ten week immersive design class with support, accountability, live weekly trainings with homework guiding you into action is another option. REGISTER here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
Design 101 FAQs:
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Class runs April 14 - June 16
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Small class sizes
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Weekly LIVE teaching
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Weekly actionable steps guiding you along the design process
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Support & accountability
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Lifetime access to course information
Register here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/registration
Links mentioned in show:
Art is a wonderful way to tell your family's story with your personality, but how do you:
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Choose the right size
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Know where to hang it
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Hang it if there are stripes on the walls
Today's quick tip is designed to help you be successful when it comes to choosing art and knowing where to place it. Keep this ratio in mind when making your selection or choosing your location: 2/3 - 3/4
The measurement of your art should be between 2/3 and 3/4 the width of whatever furniture item is underneath it.
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Have an 80" couch? Your art should measure ~54" - 60"
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Have a 100" console? Your art should measure ~66" - 75"
Not sure if the art you chose is right for you and your home?
Book a call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Ask YOUR question:
* figandfarmathome@gmail.com
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
* Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Happy designing!
xo,
dani
Making design decisions can be fun for some people, but leave others overwhelmed and stressed. When there are thousands of choices to choose from how do you know where to start? Knowing that you want to make change is one thing, but knowing which change should be made first is entirely different.
My conversation with Tammie and Doug was focused on making design decisions that would help create a home that feels warm and welcoming.
In our conversation we talked about:
*Making the BIGGEST IMPACT changes first (floors and walls)
*Ways to create a cohesive feel by creating a color palette
*Allowing yourself to sit with change for a little while so you can make the best decision moving forward
*How to save money by using what you already have
Links mentioned in show:
Flooring is an anchor to your home's design. It's one of two foundational pieces that everything else in your home's design plays off of. That's both good and bad news.
The good news:
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Changing ONE or the other...or BOTH, will drastically and dramatically change the look and feel of your home's interior environment.
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If it's purely a matter of form over function, changing the wall color could save you THOUSANDS!
The bad news:
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Changing the flooring costs A LOT - like... A LOT, A LOT!
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Though those changes will dramatically and drastically change the way your home looks and feels, it most often requires more labor, more expense, more time to see change come to fruition.
Links mentioned in show:
There's nothing better than a good spring cleaning in your home than a good Spring Re-fresh!
But how do you make your home look and feel spring-y on the inside without it looking all cutesy for Easter? And what on earth do I do with all of my ceramic bunnies or paper mache eggs?
Four Easy Ways to Bring Spring into your Home Decorating:
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Choose a color palette to stick to. The color palette will help:
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your decorations stay cohesive
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your budget stay in check if you are searching for new pieces
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Throughout your house, your garage, your closets, your garden shed
gather items using that color palette.
- Think outside the box by including whimsical elements that
remind you of spring, but that you may not typically decorate with (i.e.
birdcage, beehive, mossy branches, rain boots, umbrellas, etc.).
- Bring the outside in: forcing branches to bloom ahead of nature's
schedule.
Get more help learning to style flat surfaces
Bookshelf Style Guide: MORE than a style guide for bookshelves, this guide teaches you the principles of styling ANY flat surface like mantels, tables, pianos, dressers, side tables, etc.
Join the Facebook Community
An engaging, inspiring community of mamas who want to bring change to their home one painted room at a time!
Back to Basics
This FREE five day mini course teaches you the five most important things you should consider when decorating (or re-decorating your home).
Work with me
There are many ways you can work with me:
Room Edit
Designer On-Call
Full Service
Book a Call
Happy decorating!
dani
I had this conversation with a client recently...this is a similar question to ones I've received before. The question, though familiar, reveals several unspoken fears...
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There's familial attachment somehow and I could be letting that person (or the closest living relative down) if I paint it.
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It's nice WOOD - and it's pretty much against all rules over the entire history of time to PAINT it.
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It'll bring down the value if I paint it.
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What if I suck at painting and I ruin it?
The word suck isn't generally used, but the sentiment is there. What if I ruin it?!
To which I ask...
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Are you taking a hammer to it?
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Are you taking a chainsaw to it?
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Are you creating gauges, dents and irreparable damage?
NO! You're just PAINTING it.
What's the WORST that can happen if you don't like it? You sand it down and stain it. End of story.
In today's episode I dive into the questions you should ask yourself if you are on the fence of making the most unheard of, anarchical decision to paint a piece of wood furniture. Take a listen...then go grab my paint class for how to chalk paint furniture where I walk you through step-by-step how to do it in such a way that you end up feeling SO glad that you took the risk!
Paint Class: https://bit.ly/paintingfurniture101
Paint Support Group (aka Facebook Community): https://bit.ly/design101group
Ask a question to be featured on the show:
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy Painting!
xo,
Dani
Where do you land in the Goldilocks of home decorating? Are you:
- an UNDER decorator
[go here to grab my FREE Back to Basics Mini Course: https://bit.ly/fandfb2b
- an OVER decorator
[listen to today's episode for 5 Signs that you could be an over decorator]
OR
- just RIGHT
[go here to join the Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
In today's episode we are exploring the idea of OVER decorating - 5 signs that you could be over decorating your home and what you can do to FIX it!
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You have too much furniture
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Things are too catchy-matchy
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You have too many layers
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You have too much clutter
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Your decorating is too heavy
Listen in on today's episode, then join the conversation over in the Facebook Group to tell us which decorator YOU are: https://bit.ly/design101group
Work with me!
// website: // www.figandfarmathome.com
Book a call: // https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Room Edit: // https://www.figandfarmathome.com/room-edit
Full Service Design: // https://www.figandfarmathome.com/full-service-pricing
Design 101 (on-line design school): // https://design-1012.teachable.com/courses
Happy decorating!
xo,
Dani
HELP!! I live in a home with DARK FURNITURE. There are grays, blacks, and dark wood tones, too. What should I NOT put together and how do I make it all FLOW together in a way that makes sense without it feeling so dark?
Grays, blacks and wood are not a bad foundation to start with when decorating your home, but sometimes if they're all hanging out together in one space, it can feel TOO DARK! Thankfully, remediating the dark is as easy as bringing in the contrast...LIGHT! What are some opportunities for creating a contrast? Textiles, pillows, area rugs, trays, small accessories, even lighting are opportunities for creating a contrast to all the dark.
Do YOU have a question you want answered on the show? Don't forget to send a picture. Use any of these links to ask your question and be featured on the show!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
We've all heard the famous quotes about home:
"Home is where the heart is!"
"Home is a feeling!"
"There's no place like home!"
All of these are true, but WHY? Why does home matter and why should we care so much about nurturing the heart of the home?
"A home can be beautiful, but if it lacks heart - it's nothing more than an empty shell."
Home is:
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a RESPITE from the heaviness of the world around us
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a REFLECTION of you, telling your story and sharing your family's history
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a place for nurturing RELATIONSHIPS most dear to you
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RELIABLE where there's safety in predictability, consistency and stability
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a place for RE-IMAGINING how we want to shape and share our futures
//Links mentioned in show://
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Do you have more of a Black Thumb than a Green Thumb when it comes to raising plants inside your home? Do you kill every plant that you bring home and think that there's no hope for you ever becoming a plant mama?
If that's you, I have great news for you!! There's a plant for you and it's called:
Sanseveria or Snake Plant or Mother In-Law's Tongue or St. George's Sword. Whatever you call it, it's harder to kill than keep alive!
The Sanseveria comes from the West African desert and is hearty, drought tolerant and pretty much thrives on neglect. It enjoys:
in-direct light (but will do OK in low light or full sun)
not too much water (water from the top or bottom), but it doesn't like...wet feet (hanging out for long periods of time in standing water).
Take a picture of your new plant baby and tag me on Instagram @figandfarm
Ask your question using any of these links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
When I first started working with Telisa to transform her home, she was feeling stuck. Quite literally being stuck at home during the pandemic gave her extra time to feel all the feels about her home...and she didn't like it. She felt 'overwhelmed, irritated, stressed' like she 'had too much stuff' and she 'didn't know where to begin' to make the changes to her home that would even begin to make a difference.
We started with a Room Edit (a designer's eye on your room, giving you simple recommendations for how you can transform that room into a room you LOVE!) and over the course of a year, as her budget and time allowed, Telisa began making changes. Once those changes started happening, she began seeing more and more POSITIVE results in her home and her home became a CALMING SPACE where she is proud to invite others in.
In today's episode Telisa and I recount our experience working together - from Room Edit (she especially loved the virtual recorded aspect of this so she could refer to it over and over as her time allowed) to our in-person shop the house session. And the best part? Telisa didn't have to spend ALL THE MONEY to make these home design changes a reality! She already had the stuff...she just needed a little help knowing how and where to use it!
Book YOUR Room Edit: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/room-edit
Want help shopping YOUR house? Book a 45 minute one-on-one call here: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Other ways to connect with me:
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Website: figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Join the community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Today we're tackling one of the hardest places to style in your home: the top of the kitchen cabinets. I mean...what DO you do with that space? Fill it? Leave it empty? In today's episode I share four ideas for how to style it with things you may already own, by keeping the styling sweet and simple. I also share three ideas for doing an easy to moderate DIY project in order to create a more custom-build look. It's a choose your own adventure, cabinet style! Share how YOU styled above your kitchen cabinets over in our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Other links mentioned in show:
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Bookshelf Style Guide (teaching you the LDTHR /ladder/ principles of styling flat surfaces, including: mantels, bookshelves, entryway tables, credenzas and more): https://bit.ly/bookstyleguide
Just "SHOP THE HOUSE" has become an easy catch-all action point when reading about or listening to design advice. Sure, but what does that even mean? How do I do it, what do I look for and REALLY, where am I finding these things anyway? If you're new to shopping your house, these are all things you may be asking yourself. So...grab a notebook, a pen and a cup of tea because I'm teaching you:
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WHY you should shop the house (OTHER THAN saving money)
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6 STEPS for refreshing a room that you are 'shopping the house for'
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WHAT you might want to try to gather while you're shopping the house
AND
- WHERE you might find these 'shoppable' items within your home
Links mentioned in show:
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Resource for learning my principal of STYLING FLAT SURFACES: Bookshelf Styling Guide: https://bit.ly/bookstyleguide
How many wood tones are too many in one space? That's the question on the table in today's Quick Tip Tuesday, and honestly, the answer may be something you're not quite ready to hear. There's a fine line between having too much of a good thing and too many different things that you end up lacking cohesiveness in home design. So...how do you walk that delicate balance? And, more importantly, how do you know if you've fallen into the trap? Book a call and we can always figure it out together, so you can get unstuck in home design and start loving the house you come home to.
Links mentioned in show:
Book a call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Valentine's Day is right around the corner and as we dream of getting ready and going out with the one we love, I want you to think about this:
15 Ways you can love your home in less time than it took to get ready for that date!
Showing our home a little TLC can be as easy and quick as 28 minutes! In today's episode I'm sharing 15 ways we can show our home a little love with not much time at all. 15 ways we can pamper our home in ways we may, quite honestly, forget about when we're doing our regular cleaning. From dusting high to dusting low, vacuuming vents or crevices, our homes deserve the same time of care as it's taking you to get ready for date night!
Links mentioned in show:
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Valentine's Day is fast approaching...do YOU decorate for it?
Today's question comes from Jessica - she's hosting a Galentine's party and wants to decorate subtly without her home looking like it has exploded in hearts and sprinkles! She is wondering how she can bring in Valentine's Day decor in an age-appropriate way?
Approaching any holiday or season through the senses, shopping the house and using food are some of the tips I give Jessica. Creating vignettes, styling flat surfaces using LDHTR (layers, depth, height, texture and repetition) and setting a beautiful table will help make her Galentine's party come together seamlessly.
Do YOU want to learn how to style vignettes like mantels, tables, credenzas, entry tables, bookshelves? Access my Bookshelf Style Guide that teaches the foundations of styling through (LDHTR) here: https://bit.ly/bookstyleguide
Other links mentioned in show:
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Bookshelf Style Guide: https://bit.ly/bookstyleguide
One of the biggest obstacles holding people back from creating a home they love, is MONEY. "It costs too much" is the assumption that stops home owners in their tracks and keeps them from starting. But what if it didn't have to? What if there were solutions to decorating your home in a meaningful way without spending much at all? And when the time came to spend the money...what if the choices were more thoughtful and meaningful, allowing your hard earned dollars to go even further?
In today's episode, I'm sharing 6 ways to save money when decorating your home, and one of them is...FREE!
Links mentioned in show:
Back 2 Basics (a FREE five day guide to getting started in home decorating): https://bit.ly/fandfb2b
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Join the waitlist for Design 101, a 10 week home transformation journey: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Work with me: https://figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Olfactory nerves are just as unique to you as your fingerprints, so choosing just ONE scent that has mass appeal may be more challenging than you think, but welcoming overnight guests into your home and creating a cozy environment so they feel welcome is a must! So, how do you choose a scent that most people will like?
In today's episode I offer two suggestions for creating a cozy guest room environment that encourages relaxation through the sense of smell. Setting out these few items, along with clean towels, extra blankets and some bottled water will surely help your guests feel the warmth of your welcome. And...don't forget the WIFI password!
DON'T FORGET: Today is the last day to receive 25% off your Room Edit. Go to https://www.figandfarmathome.com/room-edit
to register today!
Other links mentioned in show:
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Want to be featured on the show with YOUR QUESTION?
Email here: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
"My house looks stupid!" No one should ever say that or feel that way about their home, but that's exactly what Aimee said when she contacted me.
A Room Edit is a designer's eye on your space identifying the parts of the room that don't quite feel right, as well as the parts that do - and steering you in the direction that you, the homeowner, want to go. You don't mind doing the work, in fact you WANT to do the work...you just don't know what to do.
This episode is for you, a fly on the wall, as I walk Aimee through two rooms of her home instructing her on changes that she could make in order to achieve the look that she'd like. I share tips, tricks, product sources, general rules of thumb, and SO much more that you'll WANT to get out a notebook, a pen and a tub of popcorn as you listen to this room re-shaping take place.
Book YOUR Room Edit here: https://figandfarmathome.com/room-edit
Important Links:
// Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
// Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
// Join the community: https://bit.ly/design101group
// Book a Room Edit: https://figandfarmathome.com/room-edit
In 2022, shopping on-line for things has become the status-quo, but when it comes time to shop for a couch, Michelle didn't want to buy her couch without testing it out in person.
In today's Quick Tip, we chat about tips for making her in-store couch shopping experience efficient, productive and successful, but we do it starting with a little on-line homework!
I teach Michelle the steps I would use to first identify the purpose of the room she's placing the couch in, navigating its size using materials she has around her home and using Pinterest to understand her aesthetic.
Helpful resources and links mentioned in the show:
Episode 6: Understanding the purpose of your room
https://figandfarmathome.podbean.com/e/6/
Back to Basics (a 5 day guide to getting started in the design process):
https://bit.ly/fandfb2b
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Book a call to get one-on-one help in YOUR home design decisions:
https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
So...we decided to follow the trend of DITCHING the cheap replicas and bringing in the GOOD OLD STUFF! We know we can find it thrifting, but how do you actually find the good stuff?
It starts with identifying and understanding your aesthetic (you can listen to the episode about that here: https://figandfarmathome.podbean.com/e/7/). Once you have your home style identified keeping an eye out for home decor items with your aesthetic will help you be most successful so you can bring home the treasures!
In today's episode I share with you my top 10 items that are always on my list when I go thrifting. Use these as a guide for the next time you go and be sure to tag me on Instagram @figandfarm or post in the Facebook Group (https://bit.ly/design101group).
And...what DO you do with the second hand furniture you brought home? You loved it when you saw it in the store, but now you see all the flaws. These 6 things are the most common ailments I find in second hand furniture, but don't worry...I don't leave you with the ailment, I teach you how to fix it too. Need help? Join the Facebook Group to ask all your questions!
Links mentioned in show:
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Painting Furniture Class: https://bit.ly/paintingfurniture101
Bookshelf Style Guide: https://bit.ly/bookstyleguide
Blog (thrifted vase to Pottery Barn replica): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/post/pottery-barn-knock-off
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
"Will it look ok if I paint the bathroom vanity?"
That's the question on the table from Tammie in today's Quick Tip Tuesday and my short answer...it depends on how experienced of a painter you are! The answer, like most things in home design, is more nuanced than a simple yes or no. In today's episode, we talk about how important it is to know the end goal of the bathroom in order to make a decision to paint or replace. We also talk about how important research, correct tools and talking to the right people is in the journey of DIY projects like painting bathroom vanities.
Do you love painting or just the idea of a fresh new look?
How do you know if you should use enamel, latex or chalk paint for the project?
We talk about all of these things, but mostly the thing that should NOT be skipped is PRACTICE. Practice, by its very nature, builds skill and confidence...both things you need if you're ready to paint a bathroom vanity!
Are you ready to practice painting a piece of furniture? Head to my Painting Furniture 101 class: https://bit.ly/paintingfurniture101
And then, join the Facebook Group so you can get support while you practice:
https://bit.ly/design101group
And...tag me on Instagram so I can see your project! @figandfarm
But follow me, so you can see my projects too: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Do YOU have a question that you want featured on Quick Tip Tuesday? Send me an email at: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Sequels...do you love them?! Today's Quick Tip is a sequel to last week's question from Susan. The question was something like this:
I HATE my home...but where do I start in home decorating if I want to redecorate my entire house?! If you haven't listened to part one of that answer, I encourage you to go back and listen. You can hear it here:
Why do you hate your home and what is keeping you stuck? Does your home serve you or do you serve your home? Those concepts were the focus of last week's answer, but Susan (and I believe that many of you can be 'Susan') needs more than that. Susan needs direction, actionable steps that help her move her design needle forward.
So, as I sat and thought about Susan (and ALL OF YOU) I created a FREE five day mini-guide that includes resources and five minute power packed videos to help you get started! Each video steers you in the design direction that you could be headed as you begin your home decorating journey! You can access the five day FREE guide: Back to Basics here: bit.ly/fandf2b
Then, let's continue the conversation with my community of mamas just like you, over in my Facebook group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Other resources:
Website: figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Do YOU want to be featured on the show with your question for Quick Tip Tuesday? I'd love to answer your question. Submit your question here: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
It's in...the home decor/design trends of 2022...and the one we're talking about today:
Ditching the cheap replicas and bringing in the good ol' pieces!
But how do you even begin to find them? Thrifting, second hand shopping, shopping Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, even hand-me-downs are all considered thrifting. The trend setters are saying that's where the home decor gold is this year, so that's why I should do it? Nope (and maybe)...four reasons why shopping second hand for home decor items is a good thing:
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Saves you money
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You can find some pretty unique pieces
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Reduces your carbon footprint
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Treasure hunting is FUN!
But HOW do you do it in a way that is efficient? That's what we're talking about today and you're going to want to take some notes!
Links mentioned in show (and important places to check out!):
Facebook Group so you can share YOUR favorite finds: https://bit.ly/design101group
Blog (so you can see the pretty wood & glass bookcase I mentioned): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/post/mixing-old-and-new-is-it-possible-part-1
Instagram (so you can tag me with a picture of your favorite find and follow along as I go find MY treasures!): https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Happy treasure hunting!!!
The beginning of a new year always brings about CHANGE and that's no different in the home design world. With the welcoming of 2022, we are seeing some TRENDS exit while others enter. What are they and should you be getting out your sledge hammer to make all the changes? Home design trend forecasters are chatting about shiplap, gray interiors, Boho home style, greenery, home offices, cheap replicas and so much more!
One trend, ditching the cheap replicas, is leading to a mini-series for how to spot treasures while junking, thrifting, antiquing and more...tune back in next week to hear the details!
Annnddd...THANKS SO MUCH for listening to the show - it lights up my day when I hear from you. If you haven't stopped and left a review, would you pretty please with sugar on top do that for me...it's one way you can thank me for showing up for you! :)
Links mentioned in show:
Class for how to paint furniture: https://bit.ly/paintingfurniture101
Mixing old and new (podcast episode part 1, episode 17): https://figandfarmathome.podbean.com/e/17/
Mixing old and new (podcast episode part 2, episode 18): https://figandfarmathome.podbean.com/e/18/
10 Plants that are harder to kill than keep alive (blog post): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/post/10-plants-that-are-harder-to-kill-than-keep-alive
Community of design besties: https://bit.ly/design101group
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Website: http://www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/figandfarm
"Where do I start when I want to (or need to) redecorate my entire home?" This is one of THE MOST ASKED QUESTIONS I receive and it's generally followed by overwhelm which leads to inaction. Not this year! This year, we are starting with reflections - asking ourselves why we hate out homes in the first place. What do we envision our homes to look and feel like and WHAT ARE THE BARRIERS to achieving that TODAY?
I'm hedging my bets and guessing that one of the most common barriers to TRULY loving your home is TOO MUCH STUFF...so that's what today's conversation is centered around.
HOW DO YOU KNOW IF STUFF IS GETTING IN THE WAY:
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of joy
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of living a life of intention with the people you share your home with
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truly loving the house you call home
Action steps and links mentioned in show:
Take my QUIZ here to find out: https://bit.ly/bossofhome
Join the wait list for the spring session of the 10 week Design 101 session led by Dani: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Join the community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Book a service: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/design-packages
Book a call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Let's be design besties! Stay in the loop with new courses, DIY tutorials and more:
https://figandfarmathome.com Scroll to the bottom of the page and SUBSCRIBE! See you on the inside, bestie!
If I were to ask you this question, what would your answer be?
What is the ONE thing holding you back from creating a home you truly love? A home that tells your family's story with your style? A home that is a reflection of you? What is it?
Would you say - money?
Would you say - time?
Would you say - I don't know where to start?
Would you say - I don't know what my style is?
Would you say - I have kids and the kids are messy?
Would you say - my husband and I can never agree on style?
Would you say - I can't have nice things because they'll get ruined?
These are just a few of the most common limiting beliefs I hear about the reasons people don't invest in their homes, why their homes still look like they did the day they moved in ten years ago, why they aren't investing in the way their homes look and feel.
In today's episode, I address the most common limiting beliefs I've heard throughout the years as a home decorator and my rebuttal to them. Why these are limitations, but why they don't have to be. This is a repeated episode, from the beginning of the podcast in June 2021.
Enjoy, then take action (links in show):
Website: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Book a call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Join the community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
This podcast, born from a calling on my heart, is six month's old! Making a decision to start a podcast was vulnerable, uncomfortable and has stretched me in ways that I didn't know were possible. Now at the six month mark, I'm sharing with you some of the growing pains, some of the successes and the projection for where I think the podcast is going in the new year, as well as questions I've received along the way!
A quick recap:
The Good:
*Knowing that I'm providing useful, practical, tactical information that has led to change within homes.
*Meeting peers in the on-line business, podcasting world and forming new relationships.
*Pushing myself to get outside of my comfort zone and learning new things.
The Hard:
*Not always knowing who I'm talking to and how best to serve you.
*I'm my own boss...and sometimes I don't want to work. Pushing through for consistency has been my motivator.
*Working at home in a quiet house as an extrovert can sometimes be tricky.
Lots of links in the show:
Email (to get on the waitlist for the 10 week Design 101 group): figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Book a call and start the conversation: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Join the Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Painting 101 Course: https://bit.ly/paintingfurniture101
Bookshelf Styling Guide: https://bit.ly/bookstyleguide
Leave a review: If you've been hanging out with me for three or more episodes we're Design Besties! Yay! Now, Bestie, can you do me a favor and leave a review for the show so more mamas just like you can find it? It's like our secret code in order to beat the danged algorithm. xoxo
Moving across the country can be stressful...and exciting! Top that with a move within weeks of a busy holiday season and you can amplify the stress and excitement by two! That's what is happening with listener Melinda, who is moving into a beautiful home with gray painted walls and brown carpeting. She asks what color scheme she should keep in mind as she tries to navigate decorating her new home with a gray and brown foundation.
This question is a familiar one as many of us transitioned out of the beige trend into gray and didn't have a budget big enough to accommodate new flooring as well.
In this episode I'm able to answer Melinda's question and more because she sent photos along with her question. Not only am I able to answer the question about marrying brown and gray, but I'm able to specifically address a few other elements within her room that could be outliers and need addressing in order to create a cohesive home environment as she settles into her new home with her family.
Ask your question to be answered on air:
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Book a call so we can work together:
https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Creating a home design that you love doesn't always mean making ALL the changes and spending ALL the money. Sometimes it means making one SMALL change that has a MIGHTY impact on the room you're redecorating.
Over the years spent as a home stager and home decorator, I've discovered five small changes you can make in your home that create BIG CHANGE in your home's design. Today, we're talking about one of them.
It's time to DITCH the PILLOW that came with the COUCH! Your couch, and its pillows, is an opportunity for infusing personality into your home. When you infuse your personality, you're telling your family's STORY and that...is a GOOD THING!
Links mentioned in show:
5 Home Secrets: https://bit.ly/5homesecrets
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Couch Pillow Formula: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/post/how-to-choose-pillows-for-your-couch
Wait List for the 10 Week Design 101 Group: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Learn more about 10 Week Design 101 Group:
It may be dramatic to say that your entryway says a lot about the family living within the home, but considering it's the first room your guests walk through when they come over, it should feel inviting. Your entryway should be sending the message...you're welcome here.
So what happens when your entryway feels more like a cave than a portal to comfort and invitation? How do you bring light to an otherwise dark area of your home? And most importantly, how do you create the illusion of light when there are no windows in the area?
Remediating a dark area of your home (in the case of this question, your entryway) starts by identifying why it's dark in the first place. Other than having no windows, what are the things that are making that corner of your home dark in the first place? Once we identify those things, we can begin remediating.
Listen in to today's episode to find out what questions you should be asking as you begin remediating your dark entryway.
What question do you want answered on the show? Ask away!
Links mentioned in show:
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
If I could go back and talk to my younger self as I eagerly anticipated decorating my first home do you know what I would say? "Take a deep breath and slow down." I would remind myself that decorating my home is the long game and that it doesn't have to be done in a month, nor does it have to cost all the money.
In today's episode I'm sharing the six things I wish I would have known about home decorating when I decorated my first home. Seven, if you count slowing down and taking a breather. Even if you aren't decorating your first home, these six ideas could help you as you continue to sit in decorating paralysis and indecision.
And, the best news...someone sweet talked me into extending my Cyber Monday deal and I said a BIG FAT YES cause I'm here for the changes you want to make in your home. I'm literally removing one of the barriers you've placed in the way of having a home you love coming home to. Now run...you have until December 5th to buy the course or start the conversation about a design service.
Links mentioned in show:
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
(browse the courses or the design services under the 'create' tab)
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Painting Furniture Course: https://bit.ly/paintingfurniture101
(enter code: shopsmall for 50% off)
Not mentioned in show, but definitely take advantage of:
Bookshelf Styling Guide: https://bit.ly/bookstyleguide
(enter code: shopsmall for 50% off)
Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/design101group
Chances are you may have already decorated for Christmas. Others however, are just getting started. So...where do home decorators shop for their Christmas decorations? That's the question on the table today, but the answer is a bit more nuanced than giving a big box store name and sending you on your merry way.
Holiday decorating, but especially Christmas decorating, is an opportunity for telling your family's story. Just think of all those ornaments on your Christmas tree...where they came from and what they remind you of are just two obvious connections to a sense of story. But digging a little deeper and I'm sure you may think of more.
In this episode I'm breaking it all down: my go-to places where I shop for ornaments, garland, sprigs of berries and more. And, spoiler alert...some of the sources are so inexpensive that saving money means you might finally be able to splurge for that personal Christmas gift you've been spying for ages!
Links mentioned in show:
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
On this day of thanks, Thanksgiving 2021, we're chatting about gratitude. What does it mean, truly, and why is it such a buzz word? Can you increase the amount of gratitude in your life and why would you?
Gratitude is the practice of being thankful. Gratitude, when given and received, increases dopamine - basically...it makes you feel happy. Gratitude begets gratitude. Simply put, the more you give, the happier you feel.
I give you three easy ways to start practicing gratitude today:
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Start observing the little things that you are grateful for
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Name those little things - and name them for someone else: your kids, your spouse, yourself in a journal
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Be mindful of the company you keep, the conversations you have, the media you consume
Links mentioned in show:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
It only happens once a year...a sale this BIG! Everything in my design suite, EVERYTHING, is 50% off now until Monday, November 29th. Why? Here's why...I know some of you have been sitting on the fence, wondering if working with me is a good idea and wondering if investing in yourself and your home is worth it. That decision is up to you, but the barrier has been removed - the ominous 'it costs too much' barrier that stands in the way of investing on ourselves, our loved ones, our home. So now...the choice is entirely up to you. Are you ready to make that investment? Are you ready to finally commit to creating a home that you love coming home to?
The code for my courses: shopsmall because all small shops around the world, not just mine, appreciate every sale, every word of mouth recommendation, every positive review!
Website (where you can find it all, including gift guides curated for you and the cuties you're shopping for this season):
www.figandfarmathome.com
Have a question before purchasing? Reach out and ask away:
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Or...already know what you want and want to go straight to the course or the call...
Painting Furniture 101: https://bit.ly/paintingfurniture101
Bookshelf Style Guide: https://bit.ly/bookstyleguide
Room Edit: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/room-spin
Full Service: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/full-service-pricing
Book a Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
In this week's Quick Tip Tuesday, we're talking about mixing metals. How do you know which metals pair nicely together in home design? Can you mix metals or is it a no-no?
Ask your question to be featured on the show:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Pinterest is a mighty tool in home design! It's easy to navigate, easy to save ideas for later and WOW is it full of inspiration! Sometimes though, Pinterest can be used in a way that is less than helpful. Copying an inspiring image you found on Pinterest and replicating it in your home's design is one of those.
Today I'm giving you 5 reasons why you SHOULDN'T just copy an image you see on Pinterest. Yes, it may be beautiful. But you may be missing the mark and we're talking about why and what to do instead (in case you've already done just that!)
And...stick around to the very end. You're not going to want to miss the announcement. Hint, hint...if you're not already on my email list you're going to want to do that before Monday.
Email me here at: figandfarmathome@gmail.com (say - join the list please!)
Send me a DM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/ (say - join the list please!)
Join the Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/design101group
Or...
Head to my website and sign-up there: www.figandfarmathome.com
Thanksgiving decorating often times gets missed because we go from Halloween and pumpkins to Christmas and trees. But there's opportunity for creating a warm, welcoming environment just for Thanksgiving. And this year...I'm craving that warm, cozy environment!
Today's question comes from Jamie and she asks for quick, easy tips to decorate her home for Thanksgiving because she's done with Halloween but not quite ready to put out all the Christmas. Are you in the same boat? Listen in and dive deep into what you feel this time of year to help you navigate your Thanksgiving home.
Do you have a question you'd like answered on the show? Ask away:
Email:>> figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram DMs:>> https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Group:>> https://bit.ly/design101group
Mom's Apple Pie:>> https://www.figandfarmathome.com/post/apple-pie-the-way-mom-used-to-make-it
Are you stuck in home design in-decision? So stuck that you don't know where to start? Moving from in-action to action can be a challenge when you've been stuck, immobile in home design for as long as you can remember.
Here are 4 quick tips you can try this weekend to move you out of paralysis and into action in your home. And the best part...these 4 tips don't cost a thing and can actually end up saving you money in the long run.
Like always...if you need help, reach out:
Email:>> figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Website:>> https://www.figandfarmathome.com
Facebook Community:>> https://bit.ly/design101group
Book a call:>> https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
We've all seen it...area rugs layered on top of wall to wall carpeting. Are there rules to this design decision? Is it something that designers encourage or avoid and how do you pull the look off if you want to try it in your own home?
Like most home design decisions it comes down to personal opinion and preference, but designer Dani, definitely gives her own opinion about the look and some suggestions for how to make the right choice if you're wanting to give it a try.
Contrasting + complimenting, and a little texture work together to create the look you're going for.
Links mentioned in show:
Email:>> figandfarmathome@gmail.com
IG:>> @figandfarm
Facebook Group:>> https://bit.ly/design101group
What happens when you have ALL the motivation to make changes to your home, but you're stuck in indecision? You don't know what color to paint the wall, where to move the couch or which art to remove from the wall?
You listen to today's Room Edit, a behind the scenes look at me helping a client who was in the EXACT SAME PLACE AS YOU, and you take some notes so you can make the changes to your home that reflect your style.
A Room Edit is a designer's eye on your room. We start with an interview and some pictures so I can gauge where we're starting and where we're going. Then I create a road map for you of suggestions to help you get there. With a road map and a navigational guide, you can do anything...including changing the look and feel of your home.
You're motivated, you just don't know what to do. Book a Room Edit or email me to get started:
Links mentioned in show:
Room Edit:>> https://www.figandfarmathome.com/room-spin
Email:>> figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Facebook Group:>> https://bit.ly/design101group
Wallpaper - it can be both lovely and extremely intimidating! With so many choices to choose from, how do you know which one is best? Where do you start and how durable is it really? The question we're answering about wallpaper comes in from a listener who wants to know how easy it is to work with these days and if it's ok to put in a kitchen. I answer all of that AND give a quick breakdown of the three different types of wallpaper, things to look out for and quick tips if you're considering using wallpaper in your home.
Ask YOUR question to be answered on the show:
Email:>> figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Instagram:>>https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/
Facebook Group:>>https://bit.ly/design101group
STUFF...we all have it, but did you know that too much stuff can cause anxiety? Today I'm having a conversation with Jessica Hayes, host of the Love Your People Well Podcast and a licensed family and marriage therapist. We talk candidly about the role stuff plays in our homes, the triggers it may be causing some people while leaving others well enough alone. We chat about busyness, community, self-love and SO MUCH more. Jessica provides practical actionable steps we can take to reduce the amount of stress and overwhelm that stems from all these things. Grab a notepad and a pen because you're going to want to remember these tips she shares so you can apply them to your own life.
Links mentioned in show:
Jessica's website:>> www.loveyourpeoplewell.com
Jessica's podcast:>> www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/podcast/
Jessica's FREEBIE - 51 Self-Care Ideas:>> www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/self-care/
The holidays are right around the corner and we're kicking off this holiday season with a reminder of the important role traditions play in the lives of families.
Why do traditions matter so much and how can we be more intentional when creating them for our own families? We're exploring that through the lense of the nearest holiday, Halloween.
Traditions are an important part of your family culture. They nurture family connections, bridge the gap between generations, provide meaning to our celebrations, provide structure that kids thrive on and, most simply, can be a lot of fun! Traditions by their very nature are repetitive, something to look forward to. Understanding them a little better can help you understand why they're worth repeating year after year.
And...you get my top 5 favorite family Halloween traditions. You might be surprised that this home decorator doesn't include decorating for Halloween in those top 5! Enjoy!
Links mentioned in show:
website:>> figandfarmathome.com
Facebook group:>> bit.ly/design101group
Choosing curtains isn't as easy as heading to the nearest store and picking the ones that are on sale. Where do you hang them? How high? How low? What rod is the best fit for your window and why should I even put curtains up in the first place? In today's episode we break it all down:
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How to choose the right rod.
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What is a finial and why it's so important.
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How do I know which style of curtain to choose?
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The length of the curtain really does matter and tips for extending the length without breaking the bank.
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How to make sure your curtains are helping to create a cohesive look in your home and not acting like bullies.
It's a lot...this episode. So, grab a notebook, a pen and a beverage. Get comfy and let's dive in!
Links mentioned in show:
Website:>> figandfarmathome.com
Free Gift (5 home secrets):>> bit.ly/5homesecrets
FAQs I get ALL THE TIME:
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How do I make the room come together?
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How do I make my room's design feel complete?
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How do I add the finishing touches to make my room look intentional?
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I have all the stuff, now what?
Though different in semantics, all these questions are basically asking the same thing: how do I top it all off? Where do I put the exclamation point to my home design's sentence?
In today's episode, I'm sharing my system for creating a look that WOWS! You'll definitely want to take notes. AND...if you're looking to get started using this system...you're not going to want to miss the launch of my new course inside my online design school. The course, Bookshelf Styling Guide, is available for ONE week at this introductory offer of $17 (offer expires Oct. 13). Use coupon code: GET-STYLING at checkout.
Website:>> figandfarmathome.com
NEW course:>> bit.ly/bookstyleguide Use code: GET-STYLING until 10/13/21 for $10 savings
Facebook group:>> bit.ly/design101group
When you walk into your room does something feel a bit off? Or when it comes time to decorate you are stuck in indecision? Or when you look around your room it doesn't feel cohesive? Sometimes the culprit is sitting right in front of you masquerading as a
BULLY.
Bullies in home design are a real thing. They're elements within your room that take over in a dominating way. Identifying them and remediating them though, is easier than you might think.
In today's episode we're chatting about what bullies in home design are, how to recognize them and how to take steps toward working them cohesively into your existing home design.
Links mentioned in show:
Website:>> https://figandfarmathome.com
Community:>> https://bit.ly/design101group
Room Edit:>> https://www.figandfarmathome.com/room-spin
Instagram: @figandfarm
It's Pumpkin Season and pumpkins are showing up EVERYWHERE: mantels, porches, soups and lattes. But when it comes to decorating your home for fall...what if pumpkins aren't your thing? Or what if you want to decorate for fall a different way? In this episode we dive into practical tips that show you how you can add depth, character and a cozy factor to your fall home using your five senses.
Links mentioned in show:
Community: >> bit.ly/design101group
Website: >> figandfarmathome.com
Best Ever Apple Pie: >> https://www.figandfarmathome.com/post/apple-pie-the-way-mom-used-to-make-it
Does your home feel like it's stuck in a rut? Like the thought of moving to a new home so you can start over again would be better than sprucing up what you already have? In this Fall Home Series we're talking about 5 easy ways you can spruce up your home to see BIG change. Did I mention these ideas are easy? No tearing down walls, no ripping out carpet, no painting walls.
5 easy things
you can do to fall in love with your home again!
Ready to sell your home or not...these are the top 5 things I would tell my staging clients to work on as they prepared to put their homes on the market. The good news...you don't have to move to do them. You don't have to sell your home in order to reap the benefits!
Community: >> bit.ly/design101group
Website:>> figandfarmathome.com
Part 2 of how to mix old and new! What happens when you have a pristine vintage or antique piece of furniture? Does it mean you have to have a traditional style?
NO WAY!
You just need to know how to marry old and new.
In today's episode I teach you how you can begin seeing potential in the way you incorporate vintage or antique furniture into a more modern aesthetic/style and why this style is actually my preferred way of decorating. It creates a storied, curated look and done well, can be absolutely fabulous.
Links mentioned in show:
Community: bit.ly/design101group
Instagram: @figandfarm
Website: figandfarmathome.com
Booking a Room Edit: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/room-spin
Booking a call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/book-a-call
Can you mix old furniture with the style of today in a way that doesn't mimic the look of Grandma's house from back in the day?
The cliff notes answer: YES. Yes you can. You just need to know all the secrets.
Before we can learn how to style or incorporate vintage or antique furniture into a modern home, we first need to identify if it's a piece worth working with. What is it's potential? Is it perfect the way it is or is having it in your home bringing you down? Do you feel attachment to it in an unhealthy way and how can we break that attachment? What happens if the piece isn't perfect? Can it be saved or modified?
So many questions. So many answers. And this is only PART ONE!
Links:
Community: bit.ly/design101group
Painting 101 course: https://design-1012.teachable.com/courses
Website: figandfarmathome.com
Kids are back in school which means their summertime Daily 5 has come to an end. Today I'm chatting about what my Daily 5 summertime system is for my boys that allows me some freedom to get work done without hearing the dreaded, "MOOOOOM...can I have screen time? Now? What about now?"
I chat about what worked well and what needed to be modified to run more efficiently. Then, I have a realization...
I have a Daily 5 too. It may look a little like self-care or self-love, but it's been in my life before those buzz words were. My Daily 5 leads into a Weekly 5 - these things, when done as a habit help me be the best possible version of myself that I can be. Do you have a Daily 5?
Links:
IG @figandfarm
Facebook community: bit.ly/design101group
Email: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Cottagecore
Have you heard that term? It's relatively new to the home design community, but it's not a new concept. And if truth be told, it's not a home decorating style the way farmhouse is a style. Cottagecore...it's a lifestyle.
In this episode I share what elements define the cottagecore movement and chances are, you may already be living it. This is a teaching that I did within my Facebook community where I do a teaching weekly. I serve this community in a similar capacity as I would a paid community, but it's FREE! Join the community and other women like you who want to learn more about decorating their homes at: bit.ly/design101group
Connect with me!
To register for my 10 week Design 101 course: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
To see behind the scenes and get to know me: IG @figandfarm
To work together: https://www.figandfarmathome.com
My on-line design school is expanding and I want YOU to be a part of it! I'm hosting a 10 week Design 101 transformation where I will guide a small group of women through the design process from beginning to end.
Is this for you?! Maybe. It's for you if: You know you want change and don't know where to start. You have a willingness to learn and are eager to do things yourself. You can't truly identify your home aesthetic...you like a little of this and a little of that. You buy something you like at the store but bring it home and don't know what to do with it. You are waiting until kiddos are grown and gone before you have a home you actually love. You think you don't have the money to create a home you love.
Watch the video to get the course outline, get some of your questions answered and to see if this might be right for you. Not sure...ask!
To register: email me at figandfarmathome@gmail.com Doors close for registration September 3rd.
Everyone loves a good home before and after and this one does not disappoint! As we've been chatting about the transformative power of paint, I take it next level in this episode to show you how that can happen all while planning a
SURPRISE MAKEOVER! The only thing missing is the reaction from the parents when they first saw it.
Creating a cohesive look in your home is as simple as a first grade math formula. You don't want to miss this so you can start making your own transformation today!
Work with me:
Painting Furniture 101: https://design-1012.teachable.com/courses
Room Edit: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/room-spin
Instagram: @figandfarm
Before and after: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/post/a-surprise-home-makeover-the-power-of-paint
Hey hey! Today we're identifying five things that could be making your room feel tired, outdated, boring, bland...I just threw those last two in. But, in all honesty, these five things COULD be making your home feel boring and bland. What are they? And more importantly, what DO I DO if I have one or more of these things going on in my home? You take action. Or not. But if you do, I direct you on the path you can go.
I mention three ways you can work with me:
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Book a 45 minute call...all via zoom so you could literally be in Luxembourg while we chat.
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Book a Room Edit...self-paced and implemented, but highly guided by me. Think of a Room Edit as a design hand-holding.
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Join the 10 week Design 101 course! Yes! I'm guiding a small group of ladies through the journey of home design beginning to end in 10 weeks. Reserve your spot now by emailing me at: figandfarmathome@gmail.com
Links:
Facebook community: www.bit.ly/design101group
Website: www.figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: www.instagram/figandfarm
Quotes like "Home isn't a place, it's a feeling" or "There's no place like home" have become blasé quotes, but there's real meaning and truth to them if you dive a bit deeper. That's just what we're doing today - diving deep into why it's important to choose a feeling word as you move forward in home design. In truth, the feeling part is really what fig & farm (at home) is about. The pretty walls and knowing how to style a bookshelf is just icing on top of the proverbial cake. But the heart...there lies the real beauty.
Limiting beliefs in home design can hold you back from creating a home you love. For Kelly, it was the idea that she should have a sophisticated grown up design - which in her mind meant designing with a neutral palette. That's problematic when you love color as much as Kelly does! In today's episode we're chatting about the breakthrough she had that finally enabled her to bring color into her living room in a big way. We chat about the design process, compromising with hubby and even bringing her kiddo into the design decision making. If you're wondering how (or if you should) bring color into your home design, you won't want to miss her insight and encouragement.
Money, or the lack there of, is one of the biggest limitations for creating a home you love. But what if we re-thought the way we view budget? What if changes were accessible now...today...because we started thinking of the impact of change rather than the cost for that change? What if we knew the secret to making the biggest impact of change to your home and it didn't cost a lot? Would you want to know what that impact is? If you do, you'll want to listen to today's show where I not only reveal what that change is, but tell you my format for creating biggest impact change in sequence to smallest impact change so you can make the changes to your home on your timeline, with your budget. You won't want to miss this!
Understanding your aesthetic is essential before designing a room you love, but naming your aesthetic can be tricky if you don't know what it is or even where to start. In today's show I'm teaching you how to use Pinterest as a student of design so you can finally unlock the idea of your home's style.
Before we dive into using Pinterest as a tool, I teach you what Pinterest is and what it isn't. Is it just another social media platform demanding your time and clicks for likes. Spoiler alert...no it isn't.
In home design, when you're doing it yourself, knowing where and how to start can feel overwhelming. So overwhelming that it might become a hinderance for starting in the first place. Today's episode is the beginning of a three part series walking you, the home dweller, along the path of starting. We work together to identify the room that might be best to start in, learn the anatomy of a room and set a purpose for the room you'll be designing. Then, we put it all together to understand how the items within your room will help meet the purpose you have for it...or not. Take notes...and don't lose them. You'll need them for parts two and three of this series, But Where Do I Start?
Designing a home you love can be as simple as following these simple rules. But they might not be what you're expecting. In today's episode I'm challenging you to replace the word 'rules' with the word 'guidelines' so you can be free to create a home you love with the things that bring you joy...whether those things are dated or brand new.
Show links:
website: >> figandfarmathome.com
community: >> bit.ly/design101group
IG: >> @figandfarm
Stuff. We all have it, but having too much can be a barrier to not only creating a home that you love, but to creating a home that serves you. Understanding what questions to ask so you can determine if stuff is getting in the way of your home happiness, is at the heart of this episode.
Show links:
website: >> figandfarmathome.com
IG: >> @figandfarm
Community: >> bit.ly/design101group
Excuse. Limiting Belief. Whatever you call it...something might be holding you back from creating a home you love, that's a true reflection of you and that tells your story with your style. In today's episode I'm talking about eight common ones that I hear and why I'm just not buying them.
Show notes and links mentioned: >> figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: >> @figandfarm
Community: >> bit.ly/design101group
Teaching First Grade taught me many things and one lesson in particular was taught by a little boy Marshawn. Unbeknownst to him, my year teaching Marshawn has dramatically shaped the way I transition from the routines of a school year seamlessly into summertime freedom. If you have a child who struggles with change or self-managing their independent summer time, these systems and frameworks might be helpful for you.
In home design and in life, asking yourself what's the worst that can happen can help you gauge the risk you're taking. Like in the airing of this podcast and the start of this new adventure. In today's episode I share the story that finally got me unstuck and free to ask the question "What's the worst that can happen?"
Show notes & links mentioned: >> figandfarmathome.com
Instagram: >> @figandfarm
Community: >> bit.ly/design101group
Home Decorating as a career was an evolution for me that started when I left my job as a First Grade Teacher to stay home with my infant son. Going from a dual income to a single income meant budget everything while at the same time going from working full time to staying home all day meant lots of down time and lots of time for noticing the four walls that had become all too familiar. Those walls needed a change and naptime was the time for changing them, but there wasn't much room for purchasing new things. This was when I learned the power of transformation through paint and how I started my journey of discovering that home decorating does not have to break the bank.
Show notes and links mentioned: >> figandfarmathome.com
Community: >> bit.ly/design101group
Instagram: >> @figandfarm