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• 352 // What I Wish I Knew Before Decorating My First Home: 3 Mistakes to Avoid

  We all have those “What was I thinking?!” moments when we look back at how we decorated our first home—and today I’m pulling back the curtain on mine. In this episode, I’m sharing the top 3 mistakes I made when I first started decorating—and how you can avoid falling into the same traps. From ignoring the foundation of the space (hello, clashing wood tones) to rushing through the process without a plan, these missteps cost me time, money, and confidence. I’ll also be talking about something so many of us skip: decluttering before decorating—and how buying storage solutions too soon can actually make things worse. If you're decorating your first home—or you feel like you're still trying to get it right even after years—this episode will help you pause, rethink, and decorate with purpose. What you’ll learn: ✨ Why your floors and wood tones matter more than you think ✨ The cost of decorating without a plan or palette ✨ What to do before you buy baskets, bins, or organizers This episode is for you if: — You feel like your home still doesn’t feel “right” — You’ve made purchases you regret — You’re starting fresh and want to avoid costly mistakes Grab your coffee and let’s talk real decorating lessons—so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and a plan.   ✨✨ ANNOUNCEMENT ✨✨ Join me for a 3 day FREE LIVE training: 3 Steps to Creating a Home you Can't Stop Gushing About September 9 - 11  9am PT | 10am MT | 11am CT | 12pm ET  Can't make it LIVE? No problem...sign up and you can get the replay!!    You'll learn:  ✨ How to identify your design style ✨ The fundamentals of creating a cohesive looking home ✨ The basics of where to start in decorating your home   REGISTER at: https://bit.ly/fall2025workshop   // Links mentioned in show: // Become a Design Bestie by joining the newsletter: https://bit.ly/designbestie Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com Website: https://figandfarmathome.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/ FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group FREE Workshop: https://bit.ly/fall2025workshop Color Palette Episode: https://figandfarmathome.podbean.com/e/195/  

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• 351 // Why Organizing Is the Real First Step to a Cozy, Cohesive Home

  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? Join The Collective—my monthly membership where I teach you how to decorate your home step by step, with your style, your budget, and your life in mind. Get started here: https://figandfarmathome.com/thecollective   // 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: hello@figandfarmathome.com 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

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• 350 // From overwhelmed to confident: A dining room makeover in progress (Decorating SOS Coaching Call)

  Hey friend! Ever wonder what it's really like to go from second-guessing every decorating choice to confidently creating a home you love? In this episode, you're getting a front-row seat to a real Decorating SOS coaching call with a client who’s doing just that. We walk through the transformation that’s unfolding in her home—not just visually, but emotionally. From embracing a new design style to making confident choices in her dining room, this episode is packed with insight, encouragement, and real-life decision-making moments you can learn from. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your own home decorating journey, this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn: How to recognize when your old decorating style no longer serves you What growing confidence actually looks like in home design How to begin making aligned decisions without second-guessing Why decorating is more than just “stuff”—it’s about creating a space you delight in Real examples of how a simple shift in perspective can change everything Resources Mentioned: Become a DESIGN BESTIE to unlock the BEST savings of the year: https://bit.ly/designbestie Or book your own Decorating SOS Coaching Call (without the savings): https://figandfarmathome.com/decorating-sos Get unstuck, make progress, and walk away with a clear plan for your space. Join the decorating community inside The Collective for weekly lessons, accountability, guided support, encouragement and inspiration: https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective

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• 349 // Facebook Marketplace hacks for finding brand name and stylish home decor (and avoiding the junk)

  Hey friend! Facebook Marketplace can feel like the Wild West of home decorating—one minute you're spotting the perfect vintage mirror, and the next, you're knee-deep in listings for broken recliners and blurry photos of who-knows-what. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, unsure, or like you're wasting time scrolling through clutter, this episode is for you. Today I'm continuing with my Shop Small Summer Series and believe it or not, FB Marketplace is just that...with many sellers just cleaning out their closets, the rest are running small businesses. So today, I’m sharing 7 smart, practical strategies that will help you shop Facebook Marketplace with confidence and success—so you can score stylish, high-quality pieces without blowing your budget (or your patience). In this episode, you’ll learn how to: Use SEO and keywords to make Marketplace work for you, not against you Cross-reference items with Google Lens to determine value and style Negotiate with kindness (yes, it actually works!) Set filters that save time and keep junk out of your feed Know your aesthetic anchors so you don’t waste money on the wrong vibe Avoid setting arbitrary price limits that block you from the good stuff Shop with purpose and patience—without the overwhelm Whether you're hunting for a statement piece or hoping to furnish a room on a tight budget, these tips will help you shop like a pro and decorate with intention.   Want to decorate with confidence—whether you're shopping secondhand or not? Let’s take the guesswork out of the process: Book a Decorating SOS Call for personalized support Join The Collective for monthly lessons, coaching, and budget-friendly design tools that meet you right where you are You don’t need to spend a fortune to love your home—you just need a strategy (and a little bit of patience). Hit play and let’s start treasure hunting!   Happy styling! dani    // Links mentioned in show: // Become a Design Bestie by joining the newsletter: https://bit.ly/designbestie Email: hello@figandfarmathome.com Website: https://figandfarmathome.com Join The Collective (monthly membership): https://www.figandfarmathome.com/thecollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/figandfarm/ FREE Facebook Community: https://www.bit.ly/design101group  

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• BONUS // BIGGER results in home decorating come with ACTION, but not any action - the right action

  SUMMER SAVINGS EVENT: JULY 21 - 25   The Summer Savings Deal Week is happening JULY 21- 25 at fig & farm (at home)! Mark your calendar for this 5 day flash sale event!   Here's how it works:  1. Become a Design Bestie by getting on my email list. Subscribe at: https://bit.ly/designbestie 2. The Deal Week preview catalog will be delivered to your email tomorrow, July 18 3. Each day starting Monday, you will receive the DEAL OF THE DAY directly in your inbox at 5am PST.  4. You'll get a full description of what the deal is and how it can help you decorate your home!  5. You have 24 hours to snag the deal if you feel it's a good fit for you, your home, your goals, your budget!  (Deals come at all price points!) 6. The following day at 5am, the old deal expires and the new one is introduced.  7. Have any questions - email me at hello@figandfarmathome.com    See you at Deal Week!  dani   

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