Join Caroline, Liz, and Taryn as they dive into their latest decorating trials and triumphs! In this episode, they share personal stories about DIY projects, home renovations, and creative adventures that highlight the joys—and sometimes challenges—of home decorating.
Taryn kicks things off with her resourceful project dyeing bed skirts to match her bedroom wallpaper, achieving the perfect subtle blue-green shade. She also updates us on finishing a mural in her dining room and the ongoing process of finding just the right art for her space—plus the emotional satisfaction of checking rooms off her list.
Liz discusses her basement storage renovation, highlighting lessons learned about contractor communication and expectations management. She also shares her experience with choosing a new paint color for her dining room, exploring how natural light and outdoor elements influence colors throughout the seasons.
Caroline talks about her recent needlepoint stockings for her family—offering insights into her creative process and upcoming upholstery projects, including a custom daybed for her daughter. And before wrapping up, they all share some fun travel plans, like Liz's sidecar tour of Paris and Caroline's upcoming trip to France.
What You'll Hear on This Episode:
0:00 Introduction & Quick Updates
1:00 Dyeing Bed Skirts & Finishing the Dining Room Mural
6:45 Decorating Challenges & Room Checklists
11:20 Basement Storage Renovation: Lessons & Expectations
16:30 Painting Colors & Seasonal Light Effects
27:00 Creative Projects: Stockings & Upholstery Plans
37:00 Travel Tales & Paris Adventures
42:00 Wrap-up & Housekeeping
Also Mentioned:
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Happy Decorating!
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