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If you’ve ever bought a new rug, throw pillows, or wall art—hoping it would finally pull your space together—only to find your home still feels “off,” this episode is for you. Before you pick up that paintbrush or shop another sale, there’s a crucial step that often gets skipped: organizing. In today’s episode, I’m talking with professional organizer, Nicole Gabai, about why organizing isn’t just about putting things in bins or hiding the mess—it’s about creating the foundation for a beautiful, functional, and cohesive home. You’ll learn: Why decorating before organizing leads to frustration and wasted money How organizing helps you make smarter design decisions (and fewer mistakes) The surprising impact your “stuff” has on how your home feels Simple ways to start organizing today—without buying a single new thing This is the first step toward the cozy, confident home you’re dreaming about. Let’s do it right—and let’s do it together.   ✨ Ready for even more decorating confidence? Register for The Room Reset - a 3 day LIVE workshop that teaches the three foundational steps to creating a home you love! 3 days spanning over 3 weeks, this workshop gives you the decorating confidence you need to make the right next step for YOUR home!  Register at: https://bit.ly/ffroomreset   // Links mentioned in show: // Buy Nicole's Book, The Art of Organizing: https://amzn.to/4ohvnpa Become a Design Bestie by joining the newsletter: https://bit.ly/designbestie Email: [email protected] Website: https://figandfarmathome.com Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective Book a Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/ FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group

Today’s episode is a special peek behind the curtain of a real Decorating SOS call with Leah — a homeowner whose style blends modern farmhouse charm, a little cowgirl grit, and just a hint of soft romanticism. If you’ve ever looked around your home and thought, “Something’s missing… but I don’t know what,” this episode is going to feel like a deep exhale. Inside this call, we walk through simple, budget-friendly ways to make Leah’s home feel cozy, layered, and beautifully intentional—without starting from scratch or spending a fortune. In This Episode You’ll Learn: How small styling changes can create big visual impact in a modern farmhouse home Ways to layer lighting to instantly add warmth, coziness, and dimension The difference between a “pretty room” and a pulled-together, lived-in room (and how to get the latter!) Why layering textiles and accessories makes your home feel more collected and less cookie-cutter The mindset shift that helped Leah feel confident tackling DIY upgrades like shiplap and painting How to blend styles—modern farmhouse + cowgirl + romantic—into a cohesive look that feels personal and inviting Practical tips anyone can try today to refresh a room without buying all new furniture This episode is packed with takeaways you can use immediately—especially if you love the modern farmhouse aesthetic but want your home to feel warmer, cozier, and more “you.”   🌟🌟 Register for the ROOM RESET WORKSHOP 🌟🌟 Start the New Year off refreshing one of the rooms in your home. Learn how to:  * Identify your personal design style  * Create a step-by-step plan aligned with your budget  * How to make a visual mood board so you can see how it looks before you buy * Move forward confidently and with less overwhelm  To see more details and register: https://bit.ly/ffroomreset   🌟🌟 Looking for the perfect Christmas Gift? 🌟🌟 This year, give a gift that lasts long after the wrapping paper is gone—a home that finally feels cozy, intentional, and put together. Gift 3 months of The Collective, my home decorating membership filled with workshops, tutorials, and group coaching. Give the gift of home decorating: The Collective 3 Month Membership   // Links mentioned in show: // Become a Design Bestie by joining the newsletter: https://bit.ly/designbestie Email: [email protected] Website: https://figandfarmathome.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/ FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group The Collective: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos    

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over — but that doesn’t mean your decorating dreams have to wait another year. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 10 smart, doable, and budget-friendly ways to save money so you can finally afford the home decorating projects on your list. No extreme couponing. No complicated systems. Just simple, intentional strategies that help you decorate with confidence and stay within your budget. Whether you’re refreshing a single room or planning a whole-home glow-up, these tips will help you stretch your dollars, shop smarter, and make intentional decorating choices you actually love. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: 1. Why knowing your aesthetic saves you hundreds Stop guessing. Start choosing with clarity, so you avoid impulse buys and return-pile regret. 2. How to reach out for help before you’re in too deep Why getting design guidance early prevents costly mistakes. 3. The power of making a plan Vision + steps + budget = fewer “oops” purchases and more cohesive rooms. 4. How to use cash-back cards, apps, and extensions to save without trying Simple tools that give you instant savings every time you shop. 5. The benefit of rewards programs for saving big money elsewhere in your budget  And how to leverage points to pay for actual décor items. 6. The online-shopping hack that cuts impulse buys Why ordering online helps you stick to your budget and avoid the Target/wandering-aisles temptation. 7. How Google Lens helps you find similar décor for less The easiest way to spot dupes and save big on high-end looks. 8. Why thrifting is still one of the best decorating money-savers Plus what to look for — and what to skip. 9. How selling items you already own creates a quick cash-injection Clear out clutter AND fund your next project? Yes please. 10. The DIY approach that saves you time, money, and frustration YouTube tutorials are your friend — learn simple skills that pay off for years. 🌟🌟 Register for the ROOM RESET WORKSHOP 🌟🌟 Start the New Year off refreshing one of the rooms in your home. Learn how to:  * Identify your personal design style  * Create a step-by-step plan aligned with your budget  * How to make a visual mood board so you can see how it looks before you buy * Move forward confidently and with less overwhelm  To see more details and register: https://bit.ly/ffroomreset   // Links mentioned in show: // Become a Design Bestie by joining the newsletter: https://bit.ly/designbestie Email: [email protected] Website: https://figandfarmathome.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/ FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group The Collective: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos    

If you’ve ever walked into Black Friday with the “maybe this will fix my house” mindset… this episode is your gentle interruption. Before you add one more throw pillow, lamp, or holiday deal to your cart, let’s slow down and talk about the ONE thing that will actually change the way your home looks and feels. In today’s episode, I’m sharing why intentionality matters far more than the deals you’re eyeing, how “more stuff” often distracts you from the real design decisions your home needs, and what to do before you start shopping. Because when you take strategic, thoughtful, mindful action, you stop guessing and start decorating with confidence — and that’s when you create a home you can’t stop gushing about. Whether you’re a busy mom who’s overwhelmed by choices or someone who wants your home to finally feel cohesive, this episode will help you make smarter choices and avoid regret-filled purchases this holiday season. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why intentionality is your most powerful decorating tool (especially during Black Friday) How buying more “stuff” can distract you from the real design work The simple shift that leads to confident, strategic decorating The mindset that helps you create a cohesive home you love — without overspending What to do before you click “buy now” on any deal 🌟🌟  If you want help taking thoughtful, strategic action in your home… get on THE LIST for the Black Friday deals that will help you MORE than that pretty new throw pillow: https://bit.ly/designbestie   // Links mentioned in show: // Become a Design Bestie by joining the newsletter: https://bit.ly/designbestie Email: [email protected] Website: https://figandfarmathome.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/ FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group The Collective: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos    

In today’s episode, you get a front-row seat to a real, raw, LIVE coaching call with listener Kirstyn—who is giving her living room a complete refresh before Christmas. Her style is the dream combo of modern + vintage, honoring heirlooms, family and meaningful pieces from her time living in Japan, and working within a real-life budget. In just 25 minutes (pulled from our full hour-long SOS decorating call), we covered everything you need to hear if you’re trying to make your space feel cohesive, cozy, and “done” without spending a fortune: 👉 Here’s what we tackled: Defining her color palette so the whole room finally works together Designing an IKEA hack that looks elevated, intentional, and custom Choosing a statement piece for the focal wall Painting the mantel + hearth to update the space for nearly no money Adding ambient lighting to create warmth and depth Identifying the right layout for better flow and function Choosing additional seating that fits the scale of her room Creating a realistic timeline so she crosses the finish line by Christmas If you love hearing real people work through real decorating challenges—and you want ideas you can steal for your own home—you’re going to love this one.   🎄🎄  DON'T MISS THE BIGGEST SALE OF THE YEAR  🎄🎄 Get on the Black Friday DEAL WEEK Early Bird List here  Don't like extra savings, but want to still see the deals? OK...get on the list here.      // Links mentioned in show: // Become a Design Bestie by joining the newsletter: https://bit.ly/designbestie Email: [email protected] Website: https://figandfarmathome.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/ FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group The Collective: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective Decorating SOS Coaching Call: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos