Episode 614: Breaking Free from Decorating “Rules”: Creating a Home You Love Part 1

Do you feel like some people are just born with a decorating gene? Our guest today says no one is! Kathi Lipp and Myquillyn Smith dive into the challenges of decorating and the importance of embracing resourcefulness. They emphasize the value of breaking decorating rules and share practical advice for transforming your living space, such as starting with something you hate, doing your 'someday project' right now, and remembering that resourcefulness is the ultimate resource.

• Embracing imperfections and risking mistakes in your decorating journey
• How limitations in your home can actually spark creativity
• The universal 'rules' that help you make confident decisions, no matter your home, style, or budget
• Mistakes aren't failures but learning steps for personalizing your space
• The importance of making your home work for how your family truly lives, rather than adhering to traditional 'rules'

Kathi also shares her own experience drawing inspiration from Monet's kitchen to tackle her dream kitchen project and encourages listeners not to wait to create their own meaningful spaces. Myquillyn encourages everyone to leverage their unique resources—be it creativity, bravery, or community support—to bring joy and authenticity to their homes.