Have you ever had one of those moments where you’re sitting in a movie and have a big “Aha!” moment? Jon recently had one of those, and it happened during one of his favorite super hero movies. Today he and Jen are discussing why Captain Marvel made him think about home design and DIY, and how it can help you tackle all your projects.

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 Choosing the right floor coverings can be one of the most stressful parts of any new build or redesign. Sometimes you know exactly what you want, but a tight budget forces you to make a different decision. So when do you stick to you guns and when can you settle without sacrificing style? Whether you’re in the market for hardwood, carpet, or tile, Jen is sharing her best ideas for balancing budget and quality. 

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It’s finally that time of year when the snow is gone, the sun is shining, and signs of life are popping up. With spring finally here, you’re probably itching to spend some quality time outside. But before you uncover the patio furniture and light up the grill, there are some things you should remember. Today, Jen and Jon are dishing the 5 things everyone needs to do to get their home ready for spring.

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It’s a question Jen gets asked all the time: how do you balance your work life with your mom life? From her time as a full-time journalist to now owning a small business and working as an interior designer, she’s picked up a few tricks along the way. Today, Jen is pulling back the curtains on all the late nights, early mornings, struggles, successes, and everything in between. 

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Here at Heart of the Home and Stagg Design, we love a good practical joke, so we couldn’t close out this month without sharing some of our favorite April Fools’ Day pranks. Jen and Jon have also been on the receiving end of some bad building projects that felt like tricks, but turned out to be all too true. In this episode we’re dishing all the dirty details, because sometimes laughter really is the best medicine.

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Nothing gives you that sense of accomplishment quite like wrapping up another DIY project. But it can also feel frustrating, if you’ve been working without the right tools. So, if you’re new to the world of DIY where do you start? Today, we’re picking the brain of our resident tool expert, Jon. He’s sharing his list of must-haves to make your life a whole lot easier. 

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You’ve seen those picture-perfect homes in magazines: everything seems polished and in its place. And while achieving the same look may seem impossible, there are simple things you can do to elevate your space. Today, we’re getting tips from someone who really knows her stuff. Amy Panos is Deputy Editor of the Home Design section at Better Homes & Gardens magazine, so she’s seen it all. Her design style is simple: if you love it, it deserves a space in your home. In this episode, she’s taking us behind the scenes of her magazine day job, and sharing her best ideas for getting your home photo ready.

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These days, it seems like “bigger” is often equated with “better”, especially in home design. But there are people fighting this trend. Shavonda Gardner from SG Style is one of them. A few years ago, she and her wife went against the norm and decided to downsize. They moved their family from a spacious house to a small cottage where every inch counts. Shavonda believes having a small home shouldn’t prevent you from living a large life. Today she’s sharing how downsizing has changed their lives, and their bank accounts, for the better.

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It’s the first thing people see when they walk in your home, so nothing sets the mood in your space more than the entryway. But sometimes coming up with impactful designs in smaller spaces can be difficult. Today, Jen is dishing some of her top designer secrets that will get your guests excited to see the rest of the house.

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