Fig & Farm at Home, Budget Decorating, Decor Tips, Decluttering, Home Styling, DIY Decor

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: 

1. 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. 

2. 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.

3. 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. 

4. 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

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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?'

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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?

1. Start by writing down all of the chores you do in order to deep clean (remember - guest eyes only areas). Ex) dust baseboards, wash windows, pick lint out of edges of carpet :), dust flat surfaces, deep clean the toilets

2. Then, instead of going room to room to complete one room at a time, try cleaning in like-categories. Cleaning the toilets, for example, require a different set of tools or supplies than dusting. 

3. Start by cleaning one like-category at a time. In this example, toilets. Gather all the tools and supplies you need to deep clean the toilets and do ALL the toilets before moving on to the next like-category (ie. window/glass surface cleaning)

After all areas have been deep cleaned, use this same strategy to tidy clean the week of your holiday before the guest's arrival. 

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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? 

1. Simplicity: less really is MORE 

2. Quality: less quick fabrication and MORE high quality pieces

3. Vintage: mixing old and new 

4. Neutral Palette: this doesn't mean just 50 shades of white

5. Natural elements: think beyond fresh plants, though a good start. Think about materials found in nature: cotton, wood, marble.

6. Wall treatments: even homes a hundred years ago had vertical shiplap. Don't be afraid of dressing up your walls. 

Are you ready to FINALLY finish your home, maybe finishing one room at a time? Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call so you can get help making the plan or putting together the finishing touches! 

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Website: https://figandfarmathome.com

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Happy styling!!

xo,

dani

Hey friend! 

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. 

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Website: https://figandfarmathome.com

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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: 

* learn which design elements to include more of to create a cohesive looking flow throughout your home

* shop side-by-side, sharing a screen so you can make confident, wise decisions that support the goals you have for your home 

* ask unlimited questions 

* finally start making change

Friend, if creating a home that you delight in is something that you've been wanting to do, but haven't gotten around to - there's no better way to get started than by booking a Decorating SOS Coaching Call so you can be a partner in the decision making without spending a fortune hiring a fancy pants designer who can cost you tens of thousands of dollars. 

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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.

You will not be able to control the conversations at the dinner table and which side of the political line Uncle Eddie is on, but you can control your clutter. 

Using the three box method this week for every room in your home where guests will have access to, will set you up for a stress free holiday. 

Three Box Method for Decluttering: 

1. Get three boxes or bags

5. Give yourself a 'carrot' or reward for each room finished. Allow yourself to complete one room/area per day.

6. Apply the one-touch rule: you touch each item one time and place it into one of the boxes

The DONATE bag goes directly into the car for delivery. 

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! 

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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:

1. Paint the front door

2. Paint the interior walls (and ceiling, though a bit more advanced)

3. Paint the millwork and interior doors

4. Replace cabinet hardware in kitchens and bathrooms

5. Add window treatments - the more layered and textured, the better 

Moderate:

1. Install dimmer switches

2. Add wall treatments: board & batten, ship lap (make it vertical), chair rail, wainscotting

3. Add wallpaper

4. Replace mirrors

5. Upgrade bathroom fixtures 

Difficult:

1. Replace light fixtures 

2. Replace kitchen backsplash

3. Update the fireplace: mantle and/or fireplace surround

4. Install window casings

5. Add built-ins

Friend, I want to see the changes YOU'VE made to your home that bring it character. Share them with me inside my private FB group!

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Website: https://figandfarmathome.com

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Happy styling!!

xo,

dani

Hey friend! 

Full disclosure...I started each tip with a DON'T. Don'ts are hard for me, as I am almost always a 'glass half full' kind of gal - so you'll hear me chuckling at myself midway through for being 'SO rude.' 

Here they are - the 10 things NOT to do when decorating your home: 

10. Don't forget texture. 

9. Don't rely on just overhead lighting. 

8. Don't choose a paint color willy nilly. 

7. Don't forget repetition & contrast. 

6. Don't forget to think about scale. 

5. Don't choose decor and furniture because it's 'cheap.'

4. Don't forget the windows and definitely don't let them live in high-waters. 

3. Don't let your furniture float. 

2. Don't forget to make a plan. 

1. Don't BEAT YOURSELF UP for making mistakes or not knowing how to decorate with confidence...YET. Keep listening and learning and definitely don't be afraid to reach out for help if you need it (even if it's not me you're asking for help). 

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Email: [email protected]

Website: https://figandfarmathome.com

Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos

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Happy styling!!

xo,

dani

Hey friend! 

Good news! Color drenching, though currently popular, is NOT A TREND! Color drenching has been around for years, dating back to the beginning of the 20th century and is a style that tends to be more classic than trendy?

Is it bold? Absolutely. It takes some boldness and bravery to make a decision to go all-in on a color. But that bravery pays off in spades. WHY?

The benefits of color drenching: 

1. Super budget friendly

2. Reduces the amount of prep work for painting (forget taping off the baseboards)

3. Reduces the amount of waste (less paint brushes, paint trays, rollers)

4. Great way to modernize a tired space (when you color drench rooms with dated paneling, brick, tile, ugly radiators, etc. it instantly elevates the room)

So...what do you say? Are you ready to give color drenching a try? Want some help, encouragement and a little guidance? Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call! 

// Links mentioned in show: //

Email: [email protected]

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