Betsy Helmuth celebrates 15 years of Affordable Interior Design, sharing her journey from hobby to full-time business. She answers listener questions about rugs and pets, making a room cozy, and color distribution. Joey suggests including reference images. Closing remarks and thank yous.

0:00 Introduction to premium membership 1:23 Celebrating 15 years of Affordable Interior Design 3:31 Transition from hobby to full-time business 6:06 Mail bag segment introduction 7:03 Jody's question about rugs and pets 11:01 Tips for making a room cozy 16:34 Elena's question about color distribution 19:49 Joey's suggestion for including reference images 23:29 Closing remarks and thank yous

- Growing a business from a hobby to a full-fledged enterprise often involves navigating unexpected challenges and learning through trial and error. - Incorporating low-maintenance, easy-to-clean rugs like carpet tiles can be a practical solution for pet owners who still want to achieve a cozy home aesthetic. - Adding drapes, throw pillows, and blankets with rich textures and colors can significantly enhance a room's coziness and warmth, even in spaces with an open layout.

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