Is the dining room dead? We have lots to say & share on this debated decor topic. Today we delve deep into the dining room & we say, the dining room is .... Well, you'll need to listen to find out!
The dining room has been around for a long time, but many new homes are being built without dining rooms. Is this going to last?
The interior design site Modsy saw a 156% increase in buyers that want a dining room between 2018 and 2019. 
DTT defines change order.
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CRUSHES
Anita's crush is the Instagram account of Law of Doggy [HERE](https://www.instagram.com/lawofdoggy/)

Kelly's crush is this Whole Foods orange olive oil cake mix [HERE](https://amzn.to/41i4qWv)

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Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels. Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!

Kelly's IG [HERE](https://www.instagram.com/mysoulfulhome/)
Kelly's Youtube [HERE](https://www.youtube.com/mysoulfulhome)
Kelly's blog [HERE](https://www.mysoulfulhome.com/)

Anita's IG [HERE](https://www.instagram.com/cedarhillfarmhouse/)
Anita's blog [HERE](https://cedarhillfarmhouse.com/)

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Is The Dining Room Dead?

Learn how to use color most pleasingly & effectively in your home. Today we discuss color theory, the psychology of color and how colors work or don't work for YOU! Let's color your world & get it right!

Color therapy has been around since the ancient Egyptians and now there is research to support the idea that color affects you. 

You can find the color wheel and more info about the color wheel in this BHG magazine article [HERE](https://www.bhg.com/decorating/color/basics/color-wheel-color-chart/)

DTT defines punch list

Color your world & light it up with Kelly's crush, the battery operated dimmable lamp by Solariko. Check it out [HERE](https://solariko.com/).

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Anita's crush is the charming pair of Tommy Hilfiger houndstooth duck boots [HERE](https://amzn.to/3TWeCkp)

Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more [HERE](https://www.decoratingtipsandtricks.com/consult)

Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels. Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!

Kelly's IG [HERE](https://www.instagram.com/mysoulfulhome/)
Kelly's Youtube [HERE](https://www.youtube.com/mysoulfulhome)
Kelly's blog [HERE](https://www.mysoulfulhome.com/)

Anita's IG [HERE](https://www.instagram.com/cedarhillfarmhouse/)
Anita's blog [HERE](https://cedarhillfarmhouse.com/)

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Color Theory & How to Use it in Your Home

It's time to throw up the windows and grab the brushes. Let's get excited about cleaning. If you can't get excited, maybe just get motivated to get the house cleaned, because you are going to love your clean house. 

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You need a stiff brush to use on grout tile like the one [HERE](https://amzn.to/3n9pTBL)

Aunt Fannies has great cleaners for windows [HERE](https://amzn.to/3TBDZb4) and for bathrooms [HERE](https://amzn.to/3TA876U)

I use a small dust mop like the one [HERE](https://amzn.to/3Z6DFm4)

I love my baseboard buddy [HERE](https://amzn.to/3nKlSE7)

The under refrigerator brush I use is [HERE](https://amzn.to/40MG3jp)

I use a lambswool duster for the furniture [HERE](https://amzn.to/3Z6DFm4)

I love this furniture polish I use on my stainless steel appliances and the counter top [HERE](https://amzn.to/3Gjqvvl)

DTT defines Suzani fabric


Kelly's crush is the book The Pursuit of Love by Nancy Mitford...get a copy [HERE](https://amzn.to/3ZMdGAp), listen on Audible [HERE](https://amzn.to/40IhkN7) or watch the BBC adaptation [HERE](https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20210722-the-pursuit-of-love-britains-most-scandalous-family).

Anita's crush is the ful Youtube channel How to Renovate a Chateau [HERE](https://www.youtube.com/@HowToRenovateAChateau)

Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more [HERE](https://www.decoratingtipsandtricks.com/consult)

Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels. Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!

Kelly's IG [HERE](https://www.instagram.com/mysoulfulhome/)
Kelly's Youtube [HERE](https://www.youtube.com/mysoulfulhome)
Kelly's blog [HERE](https://www.mysoulfulhome.com/)

Anita's IG [HERE](https://www.instagram.com/cedarhillfarmhouse/)
Anita's blog [HERE](https://cedarhillfarmhouse.com/)

Are you subscribed to the podcast? Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device. Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!

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Spring Clean Like Never Before

Spring is almost here and it's time to get your house ready for Spring. 
Sure it's time for spring cleaning, but it also the time to refresh your decor. We're sharing what our favorite spring things to do to our homes and some specific products.

Kelly loves these items

Chintz napkins [HERE](https://www.aprilcornell.com/product/Cottage-Rose-Napkin-Set-of-4-NPCOR20-Ecru/napkins-napkin-rings?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=&gclid=Cj0KCQiAqNPyBRCjARIsAKA-WFy7x9fiw8EOhFs-wvWyGtKNYs6coYGFmurqY40kwcS2ZVGPlieIoe0aAhbtEALw_wcB)

Green linen table runner [HERE](https://www.linenme.com/us/table-linen/linen-runners/runner-spa-green-linen-rustic)

Nest [HERE](https://www.worldmarket.com/product/mossy+vine+nest+with+speckled+eggs+set+of+2.do?&mrkgcl=660&mrkgadid=3091750454&camp=ppc%3AGoogle%3APLA%2BShopping_LIA%7CDec_Acc%2BDec_Acc&product_id=585158&adpos=&creative=147282789489&device=c&matchtype=&network=g&lid=92700046655352664&ds_s_kwgid=58700005275310647&ds_e_product_group_id=96167018459&ds_e_product_store_id=CP53&ds_e_ad_type=pla&ds_s_inventory_feed_id=97700000007265821&gclid=Cj0KCQiAqNPyBRCjARIsAKA-WFxi4aAUOLrSsJnXvsujTrsWvbjUEAS2l88_b399ynOTx9ZiIBei3n8aAv1mEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds)

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White garden stool [HERE](https://amzn.to/2PnBQA8)

Vintage gardening books [HERE](https://www.etsy.com/listing/677061920/vintage-set-of-4-garden-gardening-flower?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_a-books_movies_and_music-books-guides_and_how_tos-other&utm_custom1=fa0b7dce-54de-41fa-a684-d4bfc1024a28&utm_content=go_1843970629_75209190132_346397762113_aud-459688891635:pla-317444424948_c__677061920&gclid=Cj0KCQiAqNPyBRCjARIsAKA-WFxVviSzvtMODyb5BFmG2FTlsdFjyiiidm5KTLioZYQY0p95pHVwiTwaAjRDEALw_wcB)

DTT defines block front. You can see what they look like [HERE](https://www.1stdibs.com/furniture/storage-case-pieces/commodes-chests-drawers/chippendale-pine-goddard-block-front-bachelors-chest-drawer-dresser-colonial/id-f_22397372/)

Anita is crushing on the Gilmore Girls podcast by Scott Patterson (who played Luke). The podcast is called - I am All in. You can find it [HERE](https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-i-am-all-in-with-scott-pa-81509112/)

Kelly's crush are the raffia Coco sandels from Bulibasha. See them and the otehr sustainable styles [HERE](https://bulibasha.com/).

Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more [HERE](https://www.decoratingtipsandtricks.com/consult)

Spring is HERE get ready!

Your bedroom is the last room you see before you go to sleep and the first one you see when you wake up in the morning, so shouldn't it be glorious? We're breaking down the parts of this room, and giving tips on making it beautiful so you have the perfect beginning and ending of each day. 


We have so many episodes on bedrooms, and we've included some of our favorites below. 


Tips on making your bedroom feel bigger HERE


Design your bedroom for better sleep HERE


Fun ideas for your nightstands HERE


Need ideas for artwork above your bed? Listen HERE


Need to buy a mattress? Listen to our episode on selecting a mattress HERE


Want Kelly's duvet and duvet cover?  Try the Cozy Earth code & see if it still works - use the code bewell HERE for 35% your purchase.  


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DTT Defines Art Deco


Kelly's crush is the Apple TV show The Reluctant Traveler starring Eugene Levy.  Check teh show out HERE.


Anita's crush is not really a crush but a tip for keeping your refrigerator in tip top shape. The secret weapon is a brush you can use to clean out the dust bunnies underneath. You can find it HERE


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


Are you subscribed to the podcast?  Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device.  Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!


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Lu

How to Design The Perfect Bedroom

What can you do to add value to your home now? What doesn't add value? Do you know that you can add 10% of value to your home just by doing a good job of maintaining it? 


DTT defines Chintzware


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Kelly's crush is the book Dry Climate Gardening. Get a copy HERE.


Anita's crush is a super charming leopard print towel from World Market. You can get a set of the bath towels, hand towels and washcloths. 


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


Are you subscribed to the podcast?  Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device.  Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!


If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes.  Just go HERE  and click listen in apple podcasts.  


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What Adds Value To Your Home NOW

What goes up must come down, and trends are no exception. They are great while they last, but when they are over, they are over, and anyone caught with last year's trends can feel very out of the game. We're talking today about the trends we think are outa here. 


You can find the Architectural Digest article where Anita was interviewed about Country French decor HERE


DTT DEFINES transferware


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Kelly's crush is our friends Susan's Etsy shop, Paper Hill Designs.  Check out Susan's lovely stationary and gorgeous floral phone cases HERE.


Anita's crush is this acrylic riser, perfect to elevate your piece of art HERE.


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


Are you subscribed to the podcast?  Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device.  Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!


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Trends That Are SO Done

Small is the new large, or at least some people are saying that. But how do you style a small space? How is styling a small space different from styling a large space? Let's discuss!


Flexibiity is key as is removing clutter and taking storage up. 


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Check out this slideshow on a thumb drive for your TV HERE


DTT Define Tester


Kelly's crush is the white ceramic & gold 29" Julian Lamp with shade.  See it HERE  NOTE - there was a price increase since Kelly's purchase.  If you liek thsi lamp keep an eye out as the price may drop again.


Anita's crush is a beautiful set of lavender wine glasses HERE


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


Are you subscribed to the podcast?  Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device.  Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!


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Small Space Styling - A Master Class

What a perfect time to embrace the perfectly imperfect!  


Today we explore the concept of Wabi Sabi as a trend, attitude & approach.  


Wabi Sabi goes deeper than just being chill.  It is an an attitude & approach to living that dates back to ancient times.


In recent years the term has crept into the home deocr venacular.  


Today we discuss what it mean to approach life & home in a Wabi Sabi way, the hallmarks of the Wabi Sabi in decor and specific ways you can incorporate it in your home.


Items with patina - graceful aging - are very Wabi Sabi.


This post by Kelly explores why we love things bearing the patina of age.  Read it HERE.


Listen in for other decor elements & choices that evoke Wabi Sabi.


The Sherwin Williams color Kelly mentioned is Pure White.  See it HERE.


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After listening if you want to learn more about Wabi Sabi get the book Wabi Sabi Welcome HERE.


DTT defines TORCHERE


Kelly's crush is the Jonathan Y Home Decor Collection.  See the full collection HERE.


Check out the lantern chandelier Kelly mentioned HERE and the linear one HERE.


Anita's crush is Bitty and Beau's Coffee. They employ people with intellectual disabilities. 
Check out their Instagram account HERE
Check out their website HERE


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


Are you subscribed to the podcast?  Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device.  Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!


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Embrace the Perfectly Imperfect Home

What is it about the French? They seem to create gorgeous interiors effortlessly without taking a designer approach. Let's talk about how they do it. Vive la France!


The Oeil de Boeuf mirror is such a unique look. You can find one HERE


DTT defines intaglio 


Kelly's crush is the home decor site Mintwood Home - have a look HERE.


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Anita's crush is a Dachshund dog paper towl holder HERE
It's a bit cutesy, but more interesting than the run of the mill paper towel holder. 


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


Are you subscribed to the podcast?  Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device.  Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!


If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes.  Just go HERE  and click listen in apple podcasts.  


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Tips from French Interiors - 'Effortless' Elegance

Does your room look like it was pulled together all in one day? Does it look too stiff and perfect? Does it look like you are trying too hard? You might be over-decorating. Let's discuss how to avoid over-decorating today.


Kelly mentioned the episode on how to work with patterns (episode 15) and you can listen to it HERE


DTT defines rafter tails


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Anita's crush is a beautiful set of Spode Stafford Blooms plates HERE


Kelly's crush is the book "What Is My Plant Telling Me?" by Emily L. Hay Hinsdale.  Gret your copy of this wonderful reference for your houseplants HERE.


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


Are you subscribed to the podcast?  Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device.  Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!


If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes.  Just go HERE  and click listen in apple podcasts.  


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Anita & Kelly


DI-17:29
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Could YOU Be Over Decorating?  Find out!

Ready for a fresh start this year? We've got lots of ideas to help you freshen up your home for the new year. Our homes can feel bare and boring after the holidays, so how do you give it a fresh look without breaking the bank? We've got you covered today .


Check out Anita's tablecloth that she described HERE


You can see Anita's brand new look in her hallway HERE


Anita's blue cabinets are HERE


You can listen to our episode on faux plants HERE


We actually defined 'ceruse' in a previous episode, and you can listen to it HERE


DTT defines ticking


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Kelly's crush Living Well by Design - Melissa Penfold.  Get your copy HERE.


Anita's crush is the book by Lizze McGraw, Creative Style
Livable, lovable spaces HERE


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


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Cozy Earth: Cozy Earth bedding and sleepwear are very soft, and so perfect for a restful night of sleep. Get 35% off site-wide at cozyearth.com when you use our code bewell.  Promo Code: bewell


DTT Consult: Looking for help with your home? We'd LOVE to help you!! This is our favorite part of the job. The sessions are packed with ideas and loads of encouragement. You send us your photos and your questions or concerns.  We prep before the session, then we both get on a conference call with you where we walk you through our ideas for your home. 



      
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Freshen Up Your Decor for Less

Let's talk how to know when you've got the real McCoy! Is it real? Is it fake? Is it worth anything? We're talking about some of our favorite antique pieces and what we look for when we're shopping. How do you know when the silverware is French? Can you tell if a dish is ironstone? Listen in.


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If you want to study American silver hallmarks, try Kovel’s American silvermarks HERE


If you want to study English silver hallmarks, try Jackson’s Guide to Hallmarks HERE


Anita is crushing on the audiobook Eliza Hamilton: The extraordinary life and times of the wife of Alexander Hamilton HERE


Kelly loves these rose pruning gloves. Click HERE


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


Are you subscribed to the podcast?  Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device.  Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!


If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes.  Just go HERE  and click listen in apple podcasts.  


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Anita & Kelly


DI-16:03
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Cozy Earth: Cozy Earth bedding and sleepwear are very soft, and so perfect for a restful night of sleep. Get 35% off site-wide at cozyearth.com when you use our code bewell.  Promo Code: bewell


Materlog: MaterLog was built to save designers, remodelers and builders from the pain points that we have experienced. Their mission is to take the pain and annoyance out of procurement tracking so you can focus on the important work and getting projects completed on time. They make procurement tracking efficient and easy (and maybe even enjoyable). Get your first month free with our special code DTT.  Promo Code: DTT


DTT Consult: Looking for help with your home? We'd LOVE to help you!! This is our favorite part of the job. The sessions are packed with ideas and loads of encouragement. You send us your photos and your questions or concerns.  We prep before the session, then we both get on a conference call with you where we walk you through our ideas for your home. 



      
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Treasure Hunting Truths - Get Our Secrets!

Destress by organizing your home. It's January, which means it time to organize your house. We love getting organized, because we understand just how much it makes your life happier and calmer. 


Be sure to check out how the KonMari method of organizition works HERE


DTT defines tunnel tab top curtains


We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you.


Kelly's Crush The book - Heritage Style by Selina Lake - get your copy HERE.


Anita's crush is a gorgeous blue Pendleton blanket HERE


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


Are you subscribed to the podcast?  Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device.  Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!


If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes.  Just go HERE  and click listen in apple podcasts.  


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Anita & Kelly
Sponsored By:


Materlog: MaterLog was built to save designers, remodelers and builders from the pain points that we have experienced. Their mission is to take the pain and annoyance out of procurement tracking so you can focus on the important work and getting projects completed on time. They make procurement tracking efficient and easy (and maybe even enjoyable). 



Better Help: DTT is brought to you by Better Help online counseling. Talking helps - talking to a skilled counselor can really help.  Better Help gives you that opportunity on your own time & in your own way.  Feeling like you want to talk? Go to BetterHelp.com/DTT and receive 10% off your first month. Promo Code: DTT for 10% off your 1st month


DTT Consult: Looking for help with your home? We'd LOVE to help you!! This is our favorite part of the job. The sessions are packed with ideas and loads of encouragement. You send us your photos and your questions or concerns.  We prep before the session, then we both get on a conference call with you where we walk you through our ideas for your home. 



      
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Organizational Tips for DE-STRESSING Your Life !

Christmas may be over, but it's not time for spring decor yet! Let's light the fire and wrap up in a beautiful winter throw, while we decor the house with cozy winter decor, all under $50!


We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you.


Faux Fur Table Runner (the World Market one is sold out, but here's one from Amazon.) HERE


Antique Botanical Print SET of 4 (8x10) - $29.70 HERE


Antelope pillow cover in the 18x18 size - $48.95 HERE


Small preserved boxwood wreaths with hooks and ribbon on the back for hanging - $17.50 HERE


Wool tartan kneel blanket (59x36 inches) made in Scotland - $37.05 HERE


Round Green Faux Pine Placemat (16 inch diameter) - $12.99
HERE


Red and white ceramic toile set of 2 serving platters (14 inches) HERE


Faux Seeded Eucalyptus Wreath (18 inch dia) - $48  HERE


Snow leopard Faux Fur Throw Blanket  (50" x 60") You can get this in  a pillow or throw Throw HERE


Kilm 16 x 16 pillow Zazzle - $36.96 HERE


Floor Pillows - World Market blue/red Jaipur Floral 22” sq 3.5 high $49.00 HERE


Amazon floor pillows $32 and under HERE


Candle - Nest Birchwood Pine - $18.00 HERE


Rug -   Faux SheepSkin 2’ x 6’ - $33.99 HERE


Tray -  Round 17.5 with lip & handles brushed gold & black lacquer $44.65 HERE


Rectangle wooden H&M Home acacia wood 73/4” x 113/4” $17.99 HERE


Throw - Green Chunky Knit Studio McGee for Target spruce green + other colors $35.00 HERE


Napkins - Tartan Napkins with tiny pom pom trim grey, red or tan set of 4 $22 by Mud Pie HERE


Earthenware bowl - VivaTerra 8” $29.00 HERE


DTT defines shagreen


Anita's crush is Fifi O'Neill's new Instagram account HERE


Kelly's crush is Stephen Sanchez HERE


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


Are you subscribed to the podcast?  Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device.  Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!


If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes.  Just go HERE  and click listen in apple podcasts.  


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Anita & Kelly
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DTT Consult: Looking for help with your home? We'd LOVE to help you!! This is our favorite part of the job. The sessions are packed with ideas and loads of encouragement. You sen

Cozy Winter Decor Under $50

Sleep isn't just something you do at night. It's important to your physical and mental health. That's when your body does most of the healing work, so let's talk today about how to set up your bedroom to get the best sleep possible.  


Sleep article HERE


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Blue light glasses HERE


Weighted blanket HERE


Smart bulbs HERE


Plug in Sconce HERE


Pillow Spray HERE


Muji Diffuser HERE


NYC Botanics Calming Oil HERE


Blue light blocking glasses (fit over your glasses) HERE


White noise HERE


Good sheets HERE


Weighted blanket HERE


Reading lamps HERE


Tulip table HERE


hot topic HERE


Anita's crush: a bowl for your Kitchen-Aid mixer HERE


Kelly's crush: The book, I miss you when I blink HERE


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


Are you subscribed to the podcast?  Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device.  Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!


If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes.  Just go HERE  and click listen in apple podcasts.  


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Anita & Kelly
Sponsored By:

DTT Consult: Looking for help with your home? We'd LOVE to help you!! This is our favorite part of the job. The sessions are packed with ideas and loads of encouragement. You send us your photos and your questions or concerns.  We prep before the session, then we both get on a conference call with you where we walk you through our ideas for your home. 


      
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Design your Bedroom for Better Sleep - best of

Are you ready for a kitchen update? Today we're talking about easy changes you can make to your kitchen, nothing big, nothing expensive. You'd be amazed at how much you'll love your kitchen by making some simple changes. 


The blog post about updating kitchen cabinet doors using plywood is HERE


Our hot topic is - "Is it safe to rent an airbnb during the pandemic?"HERE


Our crushes
Anita's crush is this organic hibiscus tea from Egypt HERE


Kelly's crush is the Tinkle razor HERE


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


Are you subscribed to the podcast?  Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device.  Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!


If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes.  Just go HERE  and click listen in apple podcasts.  


XX,
Anita & Kelly


DI-26:24
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Better Help: DTT is brought to you by Better Help online counseling. Talking helps - talking to a skilled counselor can really help.  Better Help gives you that opportunity on your own time & in your own way.  Feeling like you want to talk? Go to BetterHelp.com/DTT and receive 10% off your first month. Promo Code: DTT for 10% off your 1st month


Green Chef: Green Chef is the #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well!  Fresh ingredients for delicious meals delivered right to your door. Your first order is $5.99 per meal on your first box and it ships for free. Go to greenchef.com/DTT599 & use the code DTT599 at checkout.  Yum!! Promo Code: DTT599


DTT Consult: Looking for help with your home? We'd LOVE to help you!! This is our favorite part of the job. The sessions are packed with ideas and loads of encouragement. You send us your photos and your questions or concerns.  We prep before the session, then we both get on a conference call with you where we walk you through our ideas for your home. 



      
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Tips to Update Your Kitchen - best of

It's that time again. What's going to be on trend in 2023? What's in? What's out? We've got lots to say today about what we think is going to happen next year in the interior design world. 


So many trends hang on for more than one year, while others fizzle out quietly with little more than a whimper after a year. So many things are out this year like shiplap and all gray interiors. Wallpaper is hot, and so much more. 


Kelly mentioned the luxury for less episode you can find HERE


DTT defines Dutch dresser


Anita's crush is Libby Cameron LLC on Instagram. You can find her HERE


Kelly's crush is Horticulture House fabrics HERE


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


Are you subscribed to the podcast?  Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device.  Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!


If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes.  Just go HERE  and click listen in apple podcasts.  


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Anita & Kelly
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DTT Consult: Looking for help with your home? We'd LOVE to help you!! This is our favorite part of the job. The sessions are packed with ideas and loads of encouragement. You send us your photos and your questions or concerns.  We prep before the session, then we both get on a conference call with you where we walk you through our ideas for your home. 



      
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Trend Forecast 2023

It's Christmas-time and we're picking our favorite things for our homes, and we hope you'll like these items too. If you're putting your Christmas wish list together, wait till you see our list, because we think you might want some of these gorgeous items on your list. 


Here's our list!


glass pitcher with purple trim (SOLD OUT) regular $65 on sale for $15


artichoke serving bowl, terracotta in white (SOLD OUT) $95


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House of Hackney silk embroidered pillow HERE $128


pillar candles  tall footed candlestick HERE $68-$84


Timeless Paris book by Marin Montagut HERE


rabbit robe hook HERE $22


ceramic dog HERE $33.60 each


Emily Isabella Midnight Jasmine Lamp Shade HERE $68-$98


Herb Garden Navy Tea Cosy, Rifle Paper Co. Print Tea Cozy 
 HERE $44.02


Terrene Vase HERE $175


Aged found marble vase 4x3 HERE $52.00


Female greek goddess planter head HERE $39.99


Glass cloche CB2 HERE $29.99


Crackers - Liberty beauty, hair or accessories crackers HERE $17 - $42


Scalloped Lamp shade HERE large $160


LIVE BEAUTIFUL book by Athena Calderon HERE
Making a House a Home by Susanna Salk https://amzn.to/3uum4HG


DTT defines
SLIPPER CHAIR 


Kelly's crush - Purse - Fairfax & Favor Windsor HERE $455


Anita's crush Magnolia home chalk style paint, color - rainy days HERE


You can see Anita's cabinets with the new paint HERE


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


Are you subscribed to the podcast?  Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device.  Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!


If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes.  Just go HERE  and click listen in apple podcasts.  


XX,
Anita & Kelly
Sponsored By:


Better Help: DTT is brought to you by Better Help online counseling. Talking helps - talking to a skilled counselor can really help.  Better Help gives you that opportunity on your own time & in your own way.  Feeling like you want to talk? Go to BetterHelp.com/DTT and receive 10% off your first month. Promo Code: DTT for 10% off your 1st month


Green Chef: Green Chef is the #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well!  Fresh ingredients for delicious meals delivered right to you

What We Want - Gifts for the Decorist

Christmas decorating does not have to be an endurance test.  


If you are thinking about freeing yourself from the bin, this is the episode for you!  


Learn the holiday decor hot spots that you can focus on to great impact without all the effort. 


Less is MORE at Christmas time when your decor is elegant & considered.


We go room to room & give you specific ideas on how to create a beautiful statement for the holidays.


There are soooo many easy, elegant & lovely ideas in this episode - listen in!


Christmas right done right by Dreamy Whites - see HERE.


Rusched runner that Kelly talked about HERE.


Take a candlelight Christmas tour of Kelly's house HERE.


Have a seat in Kelly's dining room set for Christmas HERE.


DTT defines the hope chest


We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you.


Kelly's crush is House and Garden magazineHERE


Anita's crush is colorful Mason jar lids HERE


Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE


Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels.  Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week!


Kelly's IG HERE
Kelly's Youtube HERE
Kelly's blog HERE


Anita's IG HERE
Anita's blog HERE


Are you subscribed to the podcast?  Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device.  Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.  Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up!


If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes.  Just go HERE  and click listen in apple podcasts.  


XX,
Anita & Kelly
Sponsored By:


Vintage Keepers: Shouldn’t the online hunt for vintage be just as joyful and effortless as a run to your favorite vintage shop?
WE THINK SO.
And that’s why Vintage Keepers was created. It's an online vintage shopping experience that is fresh, fun, and artfully curated.



DTT Consult: Looking for help with your home? We'd LOVE to help you!! This is our favorite part of the job. The sessions are packed with ideas and loads of encouragement. You send us your photos and your questions or concerns.  We prep before the session, then we both get on a conference call with you where we walk you through our ideas for your home. 



      
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