Creating a space thats cohesive can be one of the most challenging parts of DIY-ing your home design. In this episode, Anthony shares some practical strategies for how to create a strong vision for your home and use it to guide you as you source things and go shopping for decor. We also cover some thrifting strategies for how to find amazing second hand finds that fit your style.

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If you want to really plan and execute amazing DIY projects, but aren’t sure exactly where to start, this is the episode for you. I walk you through how I plan DIY projects from the idea all the way to doing them and even revisiting and reworking them later; because it's like you're never really done with a project. Inside the episode, we get into the step by step nitty gritty about how I plan DIY projects in the hopes that it gives you insight into how to have a process to do it along with the permission to mess up and be messy at it.

There's a lot of,intentionality and thought and nuance and pivoting and rethinking that goes into what makes DIY projects good. Like, really really good where you've made something that fits your life. So inside this episode we dive into how to pick a project to start with, where and how to gather your inspo, establishing function, making an optimal plan, and attacking it in phases.

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Want to feel confident using power tools? This episode will help you do it. Joanie Sprague is a carpenter and educator living in Southern California. You might recognize her from America’s Next Top Model and Trading Spaces. She now teaches a ladies woodworking class and travels the country, teaching others helpful DIY tricks.

In this episode, Cara sits down with Joanie Sprague to talk all about diving into DIY with confidence and some tips for getting started with power tools. Joanie also dishes some behind the scenes info from her time as a carpenter on Trading Spaces.

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Instagram: https://instagram.com/joaniesprague

Podcast: https://www.thelittlebitpodcast.com/ 

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I believe 80% of design dilemmas can be solved with more creativity. But you may be feeling like your budget or your space is limiting what kind of a vision you can create in your home. So we're talking about working within your limits, and working with your limits when it comes to home decor design DIY renovation projects. You may actually find this to be a fun topic because I think on the surface, everyone's scared to talk about money or it's uncomfortable to talk about money, especially women, but I also believe your budget can be a healthy design parameter.  

SEE the Spice Rack/Cabinet space mentioned in the episode: https://www.instagram.com/p/CKKolk8g7x6/

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What would you do differently if you knew your home affected how you feel and there was scientific evidence to back it up? Spoiler alert, it does and we’re digging into how it works with Anita Yokota. Anita is a therapist turned interior designer and author of the bestselling book, Home Therapy. With a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT), Anita spent 20 years and thousands of hours in the field counseling patients before realizing she craved a more creative path. "As a working mom, my emotional plate was full. I felt depleted and decided it was time for a change."

With an architect for a father and a real-estate mother, Anita knew interior design was her next calling. What started in her own home quickly expanded to design clients throughout Southern California and grew to include a contracting business with her husband. The pair live in Southern California with their three daughters.

Anita discusses where therapy and interior design intersect and how the domains in your home affect the relationships you have within it and the very energy felt when you walk through the door. 

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Anita’s Book:

>> Home Therapy: Interior Design for Increasing Your Happiness, Boosting Your Confidence, and Creating a Sense of Calm: An Interior Design Book, published by Penguin

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Website: https://anitayokota.com/

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If you’re struggling to create a clear vision for your space, this episode is for you. Erika Ver of Peony and Honey has a passion for peaceful spaces and luxury looking DIY’s. She worked as a talk radio host for iHeartMedia in Cleveland for 10 years and part-time TV host for Cleveland 19, and now she's a full-time content creator in the home, diy, and lifestyle space.

Erika walks us through what life was like to completely change careers when she developed a chronic illness, finding her own signature style, how it evolved over time and how you can experiment with your own DIY projects. She shares her journey of finding balance when it comes to living with a chronic health struggle and still wanting to tackle big projects and create an intentional home that reflects her style.

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There are a lot of opinions on what your house “should” be, but being happy with it is really what matters most. So we're unpacking twelve things that might be holding you back from loving your house. These are things I find that everyone struggles with the most and how to think about them a little bit differently. I hope there is at least one in here that resonates with you so you can take charge of your home and shift your perspective.

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What if your home was a living breathing ecosystem? It’s possible, with plants and lucky for you, the plant coach is in for this episode to help us create a space in our home that delivers on that promise. Nick Cutsumpas is a “plantrepreneur” who is passionate about all things green. As a full-time plant coach, urban gardener, and award-winning landscape designer, Nick’s mission is to leave the earth greener than when he found it - giving people the knowledge and confidence they need to create their own green spaces in the pursuit of environmental action and social justice.  

Nick walks us through how it all started with experimenting with one seed, shares his tips on what plants you may want to start with, how to look at your space before you buy, and shares some epic stories about clients and being on Netflix that’ll inspire you to grab a shovel and get your hands in the dirt asap.

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Nick’s Book:

>> Plant Coach: The Beginner’s Guide to Caring for Plants and the Planet

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If you're scared to pick up power tools or tackle a home renovation project, this one's for you. Cara uncovers how fear can be holding you back from taking charge of creating the home of your dreams and shares her story of going from scared to use a saw to a bada** diy queen tackling epic home renovation projects. She shares a practical approach for overcoming fear when taking on projects in your home or learning to use tools including tips for getting the knowledge you need, growing you confidence, and feeling supported to make changes in your home. This episode is POWERFUL if you've felt stuck not knowing what to do next and not feeling like you're ____ enough to create a home you're for real obsessed with.

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If you've ever brought a new plant home and tried your best to care for it only for it to die a few months later...this is for you. Hilton Carter is a plant stylist, 3x Author, and artist who is really, really passionate about plants. I'm rereleasing this episode not only because its perfect for spring and one of my all-time favorites, but also because Hilton shifted my *entire* approach to incorporating plants into my space and helped me rework my approach so that I could have thriving plant-filled spaces.

Hilton shares tips for incorporating plants into your space, styling them so that they have what they need to thrive and ways to shift your approach as a plant-parent so your houseplants are setup for success.

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Hilton's Books:

>> Living Wild: How to plant style your home and cultivate happiness

>> Wild Creations: Inspiring Projects to Create plus Plant Care Tips & Styling Ideas for Your Own Wild Interior

>> Wild Interiors: Beautiful plants in beautiful spaces

>> Wild at Home: How to style and care for beautiful plants

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