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Betsy Helmuth introduces premium membership, shares holiday reflections, and discusses personal growth. She addresses coping with health challenges, the mind-body connection, and future plans. Listener questions on home build style and door styles are answered. Closing with New Year wishes and social media updates. 0:00 Introduction to premium membership 1:25 Holiday reflections and family traditions 2:45 Reflecting on the past year and personal growth 5:34 Coping with disruptions and health challenges 8:27 Mind-body connection and future plans 10:10 Listener question from Melissa on home build style 19:26 Listener question from Eleanor on door styles and home remodel 25:33 Closing thoughts and New Year wishes 27:02 Announcement of YouTube channel and social media links - Embrace the existing architectural style of your home, even if it's not your favorite, to create a cohesive and marketable space. - Utilize inspiration photos and collaborate with your partner to find a unified vision for your new build or

Betsy Helmuth introduces premium membership benefits, reflects on nostalgia, and shares Etsy finds like vintage light-up houses. She answers Kirsten's question about dining room rug sizes and offers advice on floor tiles and adding personality to the space. Upcoming content and new YouTube channel announced. 0:00 Introduction to premium membership benefits 1:24 Betsy Helmuth reflects on nostalgia 2:57 Vintage light-up houses and Etsy finds 8:52 Opening the mailbag: Kirsten’s question 10:19 Discussing rug size for Kirsten’s dining room 15:38 Advice on using floor tiles in dining spaces 20:20 Suggestions for adding personality to Kirsten’s room 21:39 Upcoming episode preview and premium content reminder 23:10 Announcement of new YouTube channel and social media links - Nostalgia can influence home decor choices, as seen in Betsy's recent purchases of a record player and vintage items. - Using floor tiles for a dining area rug is practical, but it should define the dining space rather than outline the entire r

Betsy Helmuth addresses listener design dilemmas, including choosing a media console, finding the right TV stand, and budget-friendly rustic furniture. She shares lighting solutions for the living room, offers advice on updating home decor, and answers a mudroom question. 0:00 Premium membership introduction 1:25 Listener's design dilemma 2:05 Choosing a media console 5:09 Finding the right TV stand 6:30 Budget-friendly rustic furniture 8:42 Lighting solutions for the living room 12:14 Listener's furniture dilemma 16:55 Advice on updating home decor 17:08 Listener's mudroom question - Opt for a media console that is slightly smaller than the full width of your wall to avoid a cluttered or ill-fitting appearance. - Combine open and closed storage solutions in your mudroom to accommodate both visual appeal and practical use for your family. - Use a mix of floor and table lamps to create balanced lighting in rooms without overhead fixtures, avoiding direct light sources near screens to reduce eye strain. Addi

Betsy shares her holiday updates, discusses Thanksgiving meal changes, and answers listener questions about stairwell design and decorating a son's room. She reviews Ruggable rugs, addresses gender stereotypes in decor, and announces a new YouTube channel and social media presence. 0:00 Premium membership announcement 1:32 Betsy's holiday season update 3:01 Thanksgiving meal changes 4:46 Starting listener mailbag 5:14 Stairwell design question from Jennifer 9:52 Ruggable rug review 15:50 Question from Pia about son's room 27:31 Listener feedback on gender stereotypes 28:02 Announcement about new YouTube channel and social media - You can achieve a luxurious look without a high-end designer or a big budget by being your own interior designer. - Incorporate a sculptural light fixture like a chandelier or pendant light in a stairwell to add visual interest and a touch of luxury. - Use practical design solutions like floor tiles instead of traditional rugs for easier maintenance and longevity, especially in hig

Betsy Helmuth discusses premium membership benefits, recaps the previous episode, and tackles Christy's kitchen and living room design dilemmas. She offers tips on updating kitchens affordably, including painting cabinets and choosing backsplashes. Betsy also addresses wall colors, integrating dining areas, and a baseboard issue. Finally, she answers Nan's question about virtual design services. 0:00 Introduction to premium membership 1:26 Recap of previous episode and introduction to Christy's design questions 2:21 Christy's kitchen and living room concerns 3:45 Ideas for updating the kitchen without major replacements 6:40 Painting the cabinets and choosing a backsplash 10:19 Choosing wall colors and integrating a dining area 13:00 Addressing the sofa in the dining room 16:57 Addressing the baseboard issue and final thoughts for Christy 17:06 Listener question from Nan about virtual design services - Paint the kitchen cabinets in a light color like white or light gray-beige to make the space feel more con

Betsy Helmuth discusses premium membership benefits, addresses Christy's renovation and layout questions, and offers advice on living room design challenges. She also talks about wood furniture issues and sectional sofa options, with a teaser for answering more of Christy's questions in the next episode. 0:00 Introduction to premium membership benefits 1:26 Introduction to Christy's design dilemma 3:05 Christy's house and renovation plans 4:20 Layout changes and door swing questions 6:46 Advice on renovation questions 9:40 Christy's living room design challenges 13:22 Addressing Christy's wood furniture issues 19:24 Inspiration piece and sectional sofa discussion 22:41 Teaser for the next episode answering more of Christy's questions - Prioritize the flow and functionality of your space by considering how frequently you use each area and adjusting room layouts accordingly. - When redesigning a room with sentimental or mismatched furniture, focus on finding a cohesive inspiration piece and a two-word phrase

Betsy updates listeners on her health and recent hiatus, introduces the premium membership, and answers premium members' design questions about living room layouts, curtain hanging, wreath alternatives, and dining table configurations. Sponsors include blindchile.com and an online class bundle. 0:00 Introduction to premium membership 1:32 Betsy's health update and hiatus explanation 2:54 Sponsor: blindchile.com 3:21 Premium member questions and benefits 4:07 Megan's living room layout dilemma 10:47 Marissa's curtain hanging question 15:12 Julie's wreath alternative inquiry 16:36 Jessica's dining table configuration question 24:29 Conclusion and thank you to blindchile.com - Consider function and layout carefully when designing a multi-use living room to ensure all needs are met without compromising on style. - Using translucent window treatments can add color and texture to a room while enhancing natural light and maintaining a cohesive look with existing decor. - Opt for natural elements like dried flowers

Betsy Helmuth chats with Amanda Stewart about her journey launching Feals Lake Home, her passion for interior design, and building client relationships. Amanda shares advice for those hesitant about career changes and discusses her future plans. Plus, an announcement about a new YouTube channel. 0:00 Premium membership benefits   1:31 Introduction and greeting   2:04 Guest introduction: Amanda Stewart   2:25 Amanda's current life snapshot   3:40 Launching her business, Feals Lake Home   7:31 Interest in interior design from a young age   10:16 Building client relationships   16:37 Encouragement to those hesitant about starting a new career   21:15 Future plans and where to find Amanda   31:37 Announcement: New YouTube channel - You don't need a high-end designer or a lot of money to achieve a luxe look in your home. - Starting a new business can be daunting, but leveraging personal experiences and networking, even virtually, can make the journey rewarding. - Building genuine relationships with clients and u

Betsy Helmuth shares a personal update, discusses pandemic loneliness, and answers listener questions on modern farmhouse style and starting an interior design career. She also provides tips on finding decor items and mentions new content on YouTube and social media. 0:00 Becoming a premium member 1:25 Introduction and personal update 2:27 Handling pandemic loneliness 4:05 Listener question from Mindy about modern farmhouse style 8:26 Retailers for California style 11:32 Using Google to find specific decor items 12:58 Listener question from Vincent about starting an interior design career 19:20 Personal story about internships and career advice 22:15 Announcing the podcast's YouTube channel and social media - Mixing natural light wood and woven materials with elements of black can ground a space and add sophistication. - To find unique and affordable macrame pieces, consider exploring vendors on Etsy. - When creating a two-word design vision, combine one style word with one feeling word to effectively captu

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 pill

Betsy announces a premium membership, shares her children's schooling challenges during the pandemic, and emphasizes the importance of home design. She answers listener questions on decorating multi-use living spaces, the practicality of flameless candles, and selecting rugs. Betsy also discusses preserving original wood in mid-century modern homes and announces a new YouTube channel. 0:00 Premium membership announcement 1:26 Betsy discusses her children's schooling challenges during the pandemic 3:55 The importance of home design during the pandemic 5:16 Listener question from Maria about decorating a multi-use living space 7:25 Betsy discusses the practicality of flameless candles 12:30 Advice on selecting multiple rugs for an open space 16:19 Listener question from Megan about preserving original wood in a mid-century modern home 23:23 Betsy asks for more listener questions 24:06 Announcement of Affordable Interior Design's new YouTube channel - Home should be more functional than ever, with systems in p

Betsy Helmuth discusses premium membership benefits, shares her August activities, and addresses challenges with retailer lead times. She advises on homeschooling setups, the impact of the pandemic on design, and answers a listener's question about new builds. Tips for gallery walls, wallpaper in open concepts, and choosing colors for north-facing rooms are also included. 0:00 Premium membership benefits 1:26 Betsy's return and August activities 2:24 Challenges with retailer lead times 3:06 Client's homeschooling setup issues 5:04 Impact of pandemic on design work 7:10 Listener question from Allison about new build 10:26 Creating a gallery wall 14:26 Wallpaper in an open concept area 20:08 Choosing colors for north-facing rooms - Supply chain disruptions are causing significant delays in furniture delivery times, making it challenging for clients to set up their spaces as planned.  - Creating a cohesive design when merging different styles involves focusing on a balanced color palette and limiting clutter b

Betsy Helmuth reflects on summer and fall transitions, discusses adapting to remote learning, training new designers, and her upcoming Rhode Island vacation. She addresses questions on blending collectibles with sophistication, competing with budget design services, and offers bedroom design tips. 0:00 Premium membership introduction 1:32 Betsy Helmuth: Summer reflections and fall transitions 2:28 Adapting to remote learning and training new designers 3:09 Betsy's upcoming vacation to Rhode Island 5:35 Encouraging kids' interest in interior design 6:07 Question from Theresa about blending collectibles with sophistication 13:27 Question from Sherry about competing with budget design services 20:33 In-person vs. virtual consultations 23:29 Question from Kate about bedroom design 28:31 Final thoughts and upcoming content teaser - Incorporating collectibles into a sophisticated home design can be achieved by grouping items together in a dedicated space like a curio cabinet and using professional framing for pos

Betsy Helmuth talks with Kate Clemente about her career change and experience at the design academy. Kate shares valuable lessons, community support, and leveraging partnerships in her design business. They discuss her journey to current projects and combining design and renovation services. 0:00 Introduction to premium membership 1:17 Podcast introduction 1:32 Betsy Helmuth introduces Kate Clemente 2:03 Kate’s background and career change 4:32 Why Kate was drawn to the academy 6:34 Most valuable takeaways from the academy 10:00 Support from the academy community 15:02 Leveraging partnerships in design business 18:42 Kate’s journey from academy to current projects 20:19 Combining design and renovation services 28:25 Conclusion and final thoughts from Kate 28:31 Announcement of new YouTube channel - Confidence and support are crucial elements for anyone looking to pivot careers, especially into interior design. - Bringing unique backgrounds, such as yoga or teaching, can significantly influence and enrich on

Betsy introduces the premium content membership and discusses summer season restrictions. She answers Allison's questions on living room decor, window treatments, and fireplace decor. Betsy advises Don on boosting his home's curb appeal and exterior design. She also responds to Kim about slipcovering dining room chairs and Wendy about choosing a paint color for her staircase. The episode ends with an announcement about the new YouTube channel and social media presence. 0:00 Introduction to premium content membership 1:25 Betsy discusses the summer season and current restrictions 4:00 Listener question from Allison about living room decor 6:20 Advice on window treatments and fireplace decor for Allison 12:07 Listener question from Don about curb appeal and exterior design 16:27 Betsy's advice on exterior design for Don's home 18:40 Listener question from Kim about slipcovering dining room chairs 24:09 Listener question from Wendy about choosing paint color for staircase 29:51 Announcement about Affordable Int

Betsy introduces premium membership, discusses her upcoming vacation, and answers listener questions about Key West Cottage style, outdoor furniture, and living room layout. She also announces a new YouTube channel and shares her beach vacation plans. 0:00 Introduction to premium membership 1:25 Betsy's upcoming vacation 4:09 Question from Tiffany about Key West Cottage style 11:55 Question from Emily about outdoor furniture 16:21 Question from Maria about living room layout 24:21 Betsy's beach vacation plans and closing remarks 24:55 Announcement of new YouTube channel 26:29 Thank you and closing statements - Incorporating a personal style word or phrase, like "Key West Cottage," can help guide your design decisions and make your space uniquely yours. - When dealing with narrow or elongated spaces, consider using a sofa instead of chairs to maximize seating and create a more cohesive area. - To address awkward architectural features, like a wall with an inset or bump-out, use vertical artwork or a sofa tab

Betsy discusses the benefits of premium membership, her summer thoughts and vacation plans, and announces a hiring opportunity at Affordable Interior Design. She answers listener questions on rug sizes, moldings and trim, fireplace design, and new carpet. Plus, a sponsor highlight on an online class bundle. 0:00 Premium membership benefits 0:31 Supporting the podcast 1:25 Betsy's thoughts on summer 2:38 Betsy's vacation plans 4:14 Affordable Interior Design hiring announcement 5:27 Listener question about rug sizes 7:31 Listener question about moldings and trim 15:11 Listener question about fireplace design 25:33 Listener question about new carpet - Adding a contrasting mantle to a brick fireplace can break up the visual monotony and integrate well with existing dark wood beams. - Painting trim and baseboards to match the color of the walls or choosing a contrasting color can significantly impact the room's aesthetic and should be considered carefully based on personal preference and the room's overall desi

Betsy Helmuth discusses summer activities and home projects, introduces Affordable Interior Design's charity initiative, and answers listener questions about hallway color, living room design, and front door wreaths. She also shares details on an online class bundle and wraps up with closing thoughts and contact information. 0:00 Betsy Helmuth introduction 1:39 Summer activities and home projects 2:37 Affordable Interior Design's charity initiative 4:32 Listener question from Mariah about hallway design 5:46 Betsy's advice on hallway color and design 9:50 Listener question from Tabitha about living room design 16:22 Listener question from Carol about front door wreaths 18:18 Listener question from Zachary about living room design and sectional 30:00 Betsy's closing thoughts and contact information - Painting hallway doors and walls in cohesive, neutral colors can help blend unique architectural features without drawing unwanted attention. - Keeping hallway decor minimal and avoiding unnecessary embellishmen

Betsy Helmuth discusses premium membership benefits, pandemic challenges, social issues, and charitable donations to Together Rising. She shares coping mechanisms and music recommendations, answers listener questions about kids' bedding and master bedroom layout, and comments on retail sales and rug layering. 0:00 Introduction to the podcast 0:07 Premium membership benefits 1:32 Current challenges due to the pandemic 2:56 Social issues and protests 4:16 Charitable donations to Together Rising 5:02 Coping mechanisms and music recommendations 7:12 Listener question about kids' bedding 14:57 Listener question about master bedroom layout 23:27 Comments on retail sales and rug layering 28:04 Closing remarks and donation appeal - You can achieve a luxurious look without a high-end designer or a large budget by being your own interior designer. - Layering patterned sheets and textiles can add depth and visual interest to a space, making it more dynamic and personalized. - Placing a bed under a window can work well

Betsy Helmuth introduces premium membership benefits and the interior design academy. Student Emily from Florida shares her experience. They discuss various design courses, the importance of practical knowledge, and community interaction. Plus, advice for aspiring designers and new YouTube channel details. 0:00 Introduction to premium membership benefits 1:17 Podcast introduction by speaker 1:32 Overview of the interior design academy 3:06 Introduction of student Emily from Florida 5:09 Comparison of different interior design courses 9:27 Discussion on the importance of practical knowledge in design 14:14 Benefits of community interaction within the academy 20:44 Advice for aspiring interior designers 27:12 Information on how to join the academy 28:14 Announcement of the new YouTube channel and social media links - You don't need a degree to become an interior designer, but practical knowledge and education are essential. - The Affordable Interior Design Academy offers business modules that prepare students