Are you a collector? Do you have a passion for dishes, or linens or something else? Let's talk about how to collect without becoming a hoarder. What are the do's and don'ts of collecting?

First, try to curate your collections so that you just have your favorite pieces, the best of the best. You don't need a hundred items to make it a curated collection. Next try to do a write up on the items for future generations. Why are you collecting the items? What is their importance to you or your family? Make a note of anything of a large monetary value so your family will know. If you suspect your collection is worth a lot of money, have it appraised, then consider securing a rider on your insurance policy for the items, so they will be covered in case of loss.

We also encourage people to display their items and if possible, use them. I collect dishes, and I try to use them often. Boxing things and putting them in the attic is not a good way to enjoy them.

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Anita's updated Amazon favorites are HERE

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DI - 12:53 / 25:22

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Dating is great, but living in a dated home not so much.

Today, we're talking about things that will date your home. Some things you will want to avoid.

And let's discuss ways to keep your home from looking dated in the future. We want your home to always look perfectly on point, and always in style. Let's talk about strategies to keep your home out of the dated category.

Find your own style. Take a listen to learn how to do it HERE.

Take a listen to how to keep a room from feeling off balance HERE.

DTT DEFINES: Balance

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CRUSHES:

Kelly's crush is the gorgeous "Graceful Curve" chandelier by Shades of Light. See both sizes HERE.

Anita's crush is a waterproof under-sink mat that you can cut to size HERE

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DI - 13:14 /25:24

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Doing neutrals right is more complicated that you would think. We're talking about undertones of colors, textures, and what you need to do neutrals right.

Black works so well in a neutral room. Check out our episode on adding black to a room HERE.

Check out the pillow covers from Jolie Marche HERE.

DTT DEFINES Ormolu

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CRUSHES

Anita's crush is this charming set of pink scalloped pillow covers for a great price HERE.

Kelly's crush is the Parnassus Bookstore YouTube channel HERE.

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DI - 14:41 / 28:19

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Get ready for our favorite tips for decorating a living room. It's easy to get overwhelmed with all of the decisions you need to make for a living room, so what should you focus on? What is most important? Let's discuss.

The etagere that served as Anita's inspiration for her new home is HERE.

Kelly mentioned these episodes that compliment this episode

What to splurge on HERE

What to not splurge on HERE.

DTT DEFINES china, porcelain, and bone china, what's the difference

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CRUSHES

Kelly's crush is Middlemarch on Audible.

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DI - 15:44 / 25:17

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Copy and paste decorating NEVER works. Learn to translate what you love so it works for you and your home with us today.

Remember the most copied rooms are not the best designed, the best designed rooms are the most considered.

Looking for amazing decor on Amazon? Anita has updated her favorite picks HERE.

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Kelly's crush is "Love Story" the beautiful & tragic relationship of JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy. Watch it on your favorite streaming service.

Anita's crush is a recipe for delicious and healthy Coconut Banana Chocolate Cookies

They are basically mashed banana and shredded coconut with a chocolate drizzle on top, HERE.

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DI - 10:57 / 17:41

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Today we are talking twice as fast to get as many tips in this episode as possible. Get your pen ready, because we're sharing our very favorite tips in our 'fast and furious' mode!

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Kelly's app is getting fantastic feedback - give it a try HERE.

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Anita's crush is the Britbox show Jane Austen Rise of a Genius HERE

The archive "colour fan" from Farrow & Ball is Kelly's crush. Get yourself one HERE.

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DI - 9:22 /18:53

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We are talking about making every inch count to make a small porch live big.

Dandelion / Sparkler solar lights are so pretty tucked in your containers or flower beds. Light up your outdoor space with these

dainty whimsical lights. Get a pack or two HERE.

How about a gazing ball as a garden focal point? Get one HERE.

Give Kelly's app a try! Check it out HERE.

Looking for amazing decor on Amazon? Anita has updated her favorite picks HERE.

Kelly's crush is the podcast Talking Gardens by Gardens Illustrated magazine. Tune in HERE or on your favorite podcast player.

Anita's crush is this YouTube video about a beautiful London flat that belongs to Interior designer Louisa Greville Williams HERE

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DI - 11:22 / 20:08

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Stop! You don't need more stuff! Let's talk about the real problem. Maybe rather than adding something to your room, you need to remove something.

Anita's crush is the YouTube video about Rebecca Vizard and her gorgeous, quirky Louisiana home HERE

Kelly's crush is the movie Sentimental Value. See the trailer HERE.

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DI: 7:01/ 14:28

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We've got so many super simple ways to de-clutter your home, and we're going rapid fire today, so get out your pencil!

DTT DEFINES: Chiavari chair

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CRUSHES:

Kelly's crush is the wonderful YouTube yoga instructor Charlie Follows. Check out Charlie's channel HERE.

Anita's crush is this charming pink toaster HERE.

Looking for amazing decor on Amazon? Anita has updated her favorite picks HERE.

Studio.com is having a summer sale - get Kelly's app at 20% off until July 3rd !! Go to studio.com/kelly or simply click HERE.

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DI - 9:51 /20:43

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What are you keeping and why? Let's discuss what's in your house, and why letting go feels so hard. It certainly helped us to understand ourselves and our family members. And maybe it will help you sort through your things and make some hard decisions.

The things we keep represent

• memories
• identity
• hopes for the future
• guilt
• obligation
• comfort
• and even fear

Listen to our episode on the art of Swedish Death cleaning HERE

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Anita's crush is the podcast Dish HERE

Kelly’s crush is the follow up book to The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning - The Swedish Art of Aging Exuberantly! HERE

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DI - 15:33 / 22:53

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Is your home ready for summer? School's out and we're here to help get your home ready for the summer months.

Anita is focused on entertaining, and has lots of ideas for your table. You can find the items she mentioned in the episode HERE.

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The rattan pagodas are HERE and tole pagodas are HERE.

Discover & explore Kelly's Home Design Coach App HERE. Take the quiz and get your personalized plan!

Anita's crush is the movie Impromptu about author George Sand (Judy Davis) who wears men’s clothing in 1830's and falls in love with composer Frédéric Chopin (Hugh Grant). It's fun and not too serious. HERE.

Kelly's crush is the gorgeous book Glorious Gardens: Private Edens of the World's Leading Interior Designers. Get your copy HERE.

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DI - 7:03 / 14:29

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