Does your house feel bland no matter how you decorate it? It’s not your fault!

Fresh off our OMG We’re Coming Over! makeover at Ava Jules’ house (full room transformation videos coming soon), we’re inspired to share what we’ve learned about turning plain, builder-grade spaces into homes full of character. We transformed two of Ava’s gray, basic rooms with architectural interest and thoughtful design, and now we’re breaking down how you can bring those same ideas into your own home, whether you own or rent.

We’re calling out the common offenders, from quarter rounds and orange-peel walls to flat finishes and basic flooring, and showing you how to bring charm, character, and soul back into a space through color, lighting, scale, and art.

And you don’t have to spend a fortune to make your home feel expensive. Learning a few DIY skills, shopping Facebook Marketplace, and finding treasures at thrift stores can help you create a space that feels high end. 

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Oprah said once woman can’t have it all… and now, I agree with her! Episode 31 is the realistic power power-parent pep talk you didn’t know you needed! We tackle the question: How do you balance being a parent with being a person outside of parenting.

We open up about the weight of the mental load, mom brain, the never-ending to-do list, and the challenge of making space for ourselves while raising kids. We love what we do, and our work gives us a huge outlet for creativity, but we’ve had to accept that we simply can’t make as many videos as we did before kids, and that’s okay!

We’re learning to move the goalposts, embrace this season of life, and remind ourselves that it won’t last forever. Because while parenting can make it harder to find time for the things that make us feel like us, being a parent really is the greatest gift.We’d love to hear from other parents… What have you learned along the way? Share your advice in the comments!

Dr. Joel Gator Warsh on Mom’s being interrupted: https://www.instagram.com/p/Da2r6TnKVRu/

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I’ve been inside the most iconic closet of all time! At 17, I was a costume intern on Sex and the City, and years later, you might have spotted me in a small role on the show. You might have also seen me on Will & Grace! Plus, check out our episodes about my cameo in The Princess Diaries 2 and how Joey and I met while filming Taking 5.

In Episode 30, we’re talking about the thrill of a Facebook Marketplace score for our latest design project with Ava Jules, dressing for our Venus signs, and diving into our love of dark books, morally grey men, and why we’ll take them over dombabies any day.

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Just as we hit 1 million subscribers, Kate had a hair disaster that left her half bald and changed the course of her personal style for years. Tess joins for episode 29 in which we share a crazy story time with a bit of Mr.Kate lore!

While it was devastating at the time, it eventually led to something that became an iconic part of Kate’s look: the pink hair! 

If you were in Kate’s shoes, what would you have done? Leave us a comment below!

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In Episode 28, we’re getting into the big, slightly uncomfortable question: what happens to creativity & curiosity in the age of AI? Plus, it’s time we bring our tips & tricks for the perfect rug the Rug Cuddle community!
When it comes to AI, Joey is embracing it while Kate is a little more skeptical. We take a call from a children’s book author who worries that AI might replace her, and we both encourage her not to lose hope. Joey shares his experience as a musician when electronic music changed the industry, and we talk about how every new technology has the potential to reshape creative work. We’re hopeful that as AI-generated art becomes more common, there may be an even greater appreciation and demand for art made by humans.
We also get into the question of how we want AI and technology to fit into our families, including creating our own rules for how we use it at home. Plus, we inform Tess that maybe the reason dating is so hard these days is that some men might be falling in love with AI… but honestly, she probably wouldn’t want that guy anyway. 
Automate the boring parts of your job: https://www.instagram.com/p/DbqN70rjam1/?hl=en&img_index=1
New York Times Article Written By ChatGPT & A human: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/20/opinion/beach-read-ai.html
Our curtain advice:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNhG8u9P_uU&t=1s

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We’re so happy to be back home for Episode 27! In this episode, we’re recapping some of our funniest travel escapades, and discovering a new way to go analog we’d never heard of before: solo board gaming! Plus, we have a heartfelt call-in about supporting a sister through pregnancy, which turns into a bit of a love letter to Tess. We can’t help it, she’s the best!
Of course, we HAD to talk about the new movie Wicker, where our two worlds collide in a romantasy about a woman who custom-makes herself a lover… out of wicker. Kate & Tess will definitely be watching when it comes out in October. Joey, on the other hand, might never look at wicker the same way again.
Check out the trailer and leave us your thoughts!! Would you watch Wicker?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HP0BWBWn14I
Ikea's Wicker Post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DbtZEJelhSY/?img_index=1
Solo Board Games: tiktok.com/t/ZTBtEkgdT/

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Our hot summer adventure is coming to a close as we bring you Episode 26 from the charming town of Lakeside, Ohio! It may seem like a random stop on the map, but we have Joey’s family’s religious background to thank for introducing us to this picture perfect summer community.

As we get ready to head home, we’re reflecting on why travel makes us feel more like ourselves, why the end of vacation always feels like a reset, and what pieces of vacation life we want to carry into our everyday routines.

We also answer a listener question about blending design styles with your partner and, revisit one of Kate’s very first “design projects” she did for Joey with just ribbon and sticks, and share an easy paint trick that can completely transform a room.

And we’d love to hear from you! Have you enjoyed Rug Cuddle on the road, or are you ready for us to be back in the studio? And for all the parents out there, as back-to-school season approaches, what are you doing differently this year?

Paint tricks you should know: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DaWTxhqzlTZ/

Why does travel feel so therapeutic? https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8nFcasT/

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Ciao from Italy!  In episode 25 we’re coming to you from Sicily with a very special guest: Tess, who joined us (along with Kate’s dad!) for this part of our adventure. Luckily, our beautiful hotel room has air conditioning because it’s over 100 degrees here. Joey can’t stop sweating, Kate loses her Kindle and immediately is worried about what someone might discover on it, and Tess realizes she’s been dressing for her inner child all along. Kate and Tess use the pod for some sister talk, from their new dark and spicy book obsession to the question: Tess once thought she wanted the kind of relationship Joey and Kate have… until she thought about it a little more.

We also debate an important fashion question: can you wear a band tee for a band you don’t actually know?

Tell us what you think! And we want to know: what’s something you’ve carried from your childhood into your adult style? Leave  a comment!

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Bonjour, we're coming to you from Normandy, France for episode 24! We're here after we realized pretty quickly that as much as we love the old buildings and architecture in Paris, those beautiful old buildings do not have the air conditioning us Americans are used to. Even trying to buy a fan felt like we were doing a drug deal. C'est la vie, let's do as the French do and get out of the city.
This brings us to discussing how, despite all this, we truly prefer the craftsmanship and style of European homes compared to new builds. The good news? We can now get that same 1800s craftsmanship at a much lower price point, with all the modern amenities we're not willing to give up, and we're taking notes for our own remodel. We share exciting news that we're headed to DIY Con in the fall, plus answer the question of whether we ever get sick of each other, since we spend the majority of our time together working side by side. Stay tuned for next week’s episode with Tess in Italy!

Come see us at DIY con: https://www.diycon.com/en-us.html

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Is the world slowly losing it color dm: https://www.instagram.com/p/DZqDqxkiIvo/

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In Episode 23 of Rug Cuddle With Us, we’re coming to you from Tess’s garage! What should you do when someone crosses the line with an unsolicited comment? This week, we’re unpacking the wild things people feel entitled to say about women’s lives while sharing our own very strong opinions about the eyebrows of the room: curtains!

We’re also diving into whether you’re a tiger or a dragon in the bedroom based on which side of the bed you choose. And Joey’s plan to sleep on a camping mattress during our trip? Let’s just say it’s probably not the most feng shui-approved setup.

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