5 Tips I Learned from an HGTV Interior Designer

[@Clutterbug]

Here is the link to my rug from Wayfair: www.wayfair.ca/rugs/pdp/red-barrel-studio-onamia-power-loom-navy-blue-rug-c001223598.html

[@katakuti08]

Any link for the fireplace stone?

[@barbaraeastman1880]

Thanks!

[@mylouisianahome9751]

In my younger years, my much older then me hubby went out of town for a work weekend. I decided I was going to paint our living room and kitchen blue and yellow. When he arrived home, I proudly revealed my hard work to him and asked, “do you like it?” He replied, “if I don’t, do I have to repaint it?”, I said, YES! He said, I LOVE IT!

[@ellen3131]

Hahahahahaha 🤣🤣

[@wandaurie8102]

LOL!!

[@samanthab3292]

Hahaha I also painted an accent wall navy blue when I was home alone one night! 💙

[@angelbmann3531]

lol

[@Clutterbug]

That's the best!!!

[@amybradley9323]

Cass, is really the first person who started organization with dollar tree bins, and everybody jumped on that bandwagon. I watched her when her channel name was Malitose74.. I have been with her from the start, and no matter how much money she makes. She has stayed so humble, and relatable. Even when she had weigh loss surgery she didn't change and become vain. She is still as genuine now as she was when she first started/❤️❤️❤️

[@freshnewday]

YES, Malitose74!!! Some of the BEST videos!!

[@jewellevy]

I agree. She's the real thing

[@leilanyvelasquez-reyes3298]

If I’m not mistaken , and I’m not cause I still watch those videos is malitose 79, I believe it’s her birth year.

[@angieemm]

That stone on the fireplace is timeless, IMO. It might be harder to dust, but with all the different tones in it, every decorating whim will coordinate with it and look fantastic. That was a good choice!

[@LivingFREE307]

I always suggest to people with bare stone or wood that they get an air purifier (ionic)... Especially in rooms or basement areas. Keeps all that dust away plus clean fresh air... so worth it!

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks!

[@LivingFREE307]

@@vivian9803 well yea, but natural stone and wood have a lot of "grab"... It doesn't want to let go! So just a small purifier (nothing fancy, they have plug-on ones even for like $25) will attract the dust etc. before it can attach.

[@charmaccents6278]

Dust is a 4 letter word.

[@madonnahagedorn5649]

I completely agree. The stone she chose is very nice.

[@kathleendillie3556]

Oh. My. Word! Your painting story is priceless. It sounds like something I would have done. Absolutely hilarious. I love the transformation of your basement and the idea of pulling the accent colors from the family photo is genius. Love the new fireplace too.

[@ColleenJoudrey]

I painted the cabinets in my last home when my kid was sleeping. I worked between 10pm and 4am over 4 nights. First night was primer, second night was paint and by the third night I was so sleep deprived that I did the second coat of paint... with the primer. I didn't realize my goof up until I woke up later that morning and then had to do it all again on the 4th night. My current house is still waiting to have the kitchen painted after living here for over 11 years.

[@Clutterbug]

OMG ;p

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

Well, at least the paint is well-adhered!

[@Clutterbug]

True!

[@creativemoments8240]

I can certainly relate. When hubby is away I get to work. My entire house is Revere Pewter lol. I recently went crazy and painted 3 bathrooms and my huge kitchen and family room the same color. Now my house looks like a hospital because it’s so greige. Working on adding colorful accent colors. Thank you so much I love all your videos and you always make me laugh.

[@pattyburkhart9896]

20+ years ago, my husband went to Italy for work. I couldn’t go because I didn’t have a passport. I painted our bedroom purple. He was shocked, but I told him the name was Passion Purple. He said , it better be!

[@nadalynm.3145]

😂😂😂

[@lauragreen4899]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@anata.g.4966]

Lol

[@Clutterbug]

I love it!!!!

[@SRose-vp6ew]

I think I bought your house, and it took a lot of primer to get your passion off our walls.

[@pinkshamrock5590]

My advice? Go with the colors you love, because you have to live with it. Don't worry about what's in because that fades quickly. I cannot stand brown in any form. Reminds me of dirt. I like gray... but balance it with other colors. Don't really care if it goes out. I want to live with what I love. Not what's popular.

[@ndgrandma1818]

I agree with you! I love the shades of gray walls I have in my house. They are a warm gray that feel cozy and sophisticated. I have a lot of cream in my furniture and accessories, along with small touches of gold and black. Love it! Chocolate brown reminds me of 💩. I have walnut cabinets and floors and am over it. Supposedly white cabinets are going “ out” and wood ones are coming “in”. I don’t care, I’m thinking of painting mine. 🤷‍♀️ Life is too short, decorate how you want to!

[@justanotherjessica]

100% agree. I feel like the only reason you should ever go with trendy is if you know you're selling soon. But otherwise, go with what you love because you have to live with it. Who cares whether someone else likes your home?

[@Clutterbug]

Good for you!

[@ef4zsv]

Exactly. Very well said.

[@SRose-vp6ew]

@@justanotherjessica I am thinking about buying a new house and all I can find is gray with the white kitchen. I don't hate gray, I have had gray with the white kitchen for nearly 20 years, BEFORE it was trendy, now I want browns and woods and stones/natural bricks and I can't find it. EVERY HOUSE LOOKS THE SAME!!! I am looking for a restored and not a remolded home, is that even a thing? Honestly, I am likely the odd one, I bet your right, plain and trendy sells.

[@mahmed78]

Oh Cass! LOVE the basement transformation, it looks terrific, thank you for sharing all those tips ... Your story though at the end, had me in stitches ... I was honestly wondering and waiting for the punch line at the end but couldn't have predicted that! That is just too funny! I love how real and relatable you are ... A real gem 💎🌹❤

[@ellenharris3868]

I’m always on the tail end of trends….just painted all walls light grey & have a gray couch upstairs. I don’t really care about trends…love the brightness the light grey gives

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@reading7]

I absolutely love your channel! I have watched tons of your videos and have recently signed up for your experts course. I have a son who I think has ADD, and I might have ADD. I think that is why I have such a hard time cleaning. You have spoken before about ADD. Do you recommend medicine to help someone focus or do you think that someone can “train their brain” to be tidy without medicine?

[@lk1869]

My home has been “greyiege” for a decade. It was the new colour when I was working for a well known high end home decor store. No regrets. Every separate room has a different colour scheme with the same wall colour. It is amazing how well it works with everything. Navy. Turquiose, brick red, Bright green (my son’s room). Small house, perfect flow, lots of colour.

[@Clutterbug]

Love it!

[@bakreder1]

I love your make over! And your paint story reminds me of something that happened to a friend of mine. They had a Camaro that they loved, but the paint color had faded over time. They decided that they loved the car so much that instead of getting a new one, they would spend the $$$ to have it repainted the same color. Which is exactly what the paint shop did. Painted it the same faded color as it was when they brought it in. Guess they shoulda asked for the "original" color.

[@Clutterbug]

Oh no!

[@idid138]

Oh good grief...

[@LivingFREE307]

Fun story... My husband was the type that our house could not look lived in. Nothing. Literally for years we had a couch and tv cabinet that when shut just looked like nothing. Fast forward 12 years ago... He went away, aka divorce haha Since then I have decor for every season, I change out everything, I mix/match, I have STUFF... Maybe too much. But you know what? We LIVE here (my 2 kids and I) and the best thing ever was when someone came over and said "your house really is a home for you and your kids" YEP! Living my best life creating an environment that is US. And I don't care if it's in style, or "cluttered". I am no minimalist. And im ok with that. Love you and all you contribute! Thank you!

[@Clutterbug]

I love that! You're welcome!

[@taylorswf23]

We just installed light green cabinets very similar to the kitchen in this video. Accidentally trendy 😆 I made design decisions specifically to be counter-trend and timely but I didn’t get the memo on light green I suppose.

[@RustyB14]

I love your after-stories. You say them in such a cutesy way . But Joe does look like a talented guy too, and complementary for you to get the construction projects done in your house. Got the kids working too. Nice and relevant presentation again

[@Clutterbug]

Glad you like them!

[@RustyB14]

@@Clutterbug that’s very nice of you to personally reply to me & others

[@Clutterbug]

It's so nice of you all to watch and follow me! I appreciate everyone so much!

[@Katlyn_Duncan]

I love the plants. I've been adding more fake plants to my house lately because (1) I already have enough to take care of and (2) they add "life" to each room.

[@Clutterbug]

[@NdnUrbanCat]

I have fur babies. That s more than all the 'life' I need!

[@brandybarnett9953]

I love it, the interior designer reminding the organizer to declutter.

[@Clutterbug]

Right?!

[@blackholesun3152]

If you go first, you just know Joe will have your tombstone come in Revere Pewter since that's you're favorite color (and here you thought it was teal)! 😂 Love the mirror, it really pulls the room together. Loved this video, thanks for sharing Abby's info.

[@Clutterbug]

Lol!

[@Vro-]

You're hilarious, the paint scenario sounds like something I would do because I tend to gravitate towards the same tones! This trend of all gray is so cold, everytime I would see pics of a room I thought the photos were b&w! Your friend was right that warm tones turn things from cold to cozy!

[@Clutterbug]

:)

[@barbkandel777]

I love your basement makeover, Cas! I am in love with your fireplace bricks and mantle! It looks amazing! Great job! ❤

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks so much!

[@georgebricker2224]

Love hearing what you have to say and how you organize. For me in decorating I still love dark green and burgundy. Yup a product of my age. The walls are a form of beige with a gold undertone and the green and burgundy are the accent colors. Decorate with what you like. After all you are the one living there and everything comes around again some time. If it does not who cares as long as you are happy. It only matters when it comes time to sell your house and show it of to potential buyers and then it is a different thing. Enjoy hearing what you have to say. it makes me happy.

[@laurarysedorph7200]

Love this! Thank you for the tips. I always thought interior designers were so expensive.

[@Clutterbug]

You are so welcome!

[@fianorian]

I once made the decision to paint my kitchen walls green. It was the first time I had painted that room so I miscalculated the amount of paint needed to cover the previously dark pink (now you know why I was redecorating) walls. "That''s OK," I thought. "It's a fairly commonly used colour, I'll just nip out to the local DIY store and buy another tin." I could not find the same brand but I did find the 'same' colour, and merrily slapped another coat on the walls. It looked OK for about two years. That's when I realised that I had not applied the second coat evenly, because the two paints faded differently. So, for about three years, I lived with mottled green walls in my kitchen. It's all experience, right? At least I knew how much paint was needed, when I redecorated it cream recently.

[@Clutterbug]

True!

[@whatwouldpicarddomakeitso9607]

Thank you for sharing . Wow what a stunning transformation.looks beautiful and smart . That fireplace is gorgeous.. well done joe .All the colours are perfect for males and females to live with . I’ve seen you do some transformations in your homes but this is my favourite so far . Such a funny story of the wall painting at the end but I remember years ago in your old home when you decided to surprise Joe by moving the bed and you hurt your back and couldn’t finish lol. I know it sounds bad but I laughed so much at that video. 😉🇬🇧💛🤍

[@idid138]

My husband tried surprising me and painted our bathroom bright yellow and blue. Nope. I gave him an A+ for effort though, and he did repaint a color of my choice, which was so sweet of him.

[@pvreeken7285]

I am glad Grey is going away. I never wavered on my brown. I would love more information on that rug. It is beautiful! Thank you for your tips, tricks and humor. ❤

[@Clutterbug]

www.wayfair.ca/rugs/pdp/red-barrel-studio-onamia-power-loom-navy-blue-rug-c001223598.html

[@roseannenorman7129]

I'd put your large family photo in a dark frame and, instead of more photos on the sides, put something else, like a wreath or long up/down words on a canvas. Anyway, group together about 4-5 things. The pillows? Change the colors. They looked too light for a dark sofa. Try a brown burlap, or textured green. One thing I saw long time ago on a TV decorating show... include one floral, one geometric, one solid.within the same color scheme. It will tie everything together. Can use a large floral and a small geometric or vise versa. I'd always include a cute or interesting thing somewhere, an antique something on the wall, an antique tricycle, something fun on the desk with your regular work stuff. It's fun to play around with stuff you can pull from your childhood or inheritance from your older relatives or vacation.

[@LeahWriter]

Oh boy... when that second carpet underneath was revealed, I had a flashback to my own childhood house LOL

[@Clutterbug]

;p

[@deannekauffman9692]

Cass, you are a joy to watch! I’ve been binge watching your videos, because we just moved TWO 26 ft moving trucks from FL to MI and I’m trying to figure out how and where to put everything with downsizing AND renovating! You are a joy. Your passion is transformational , inspiring, and encouraging.

[@rosagarcia9744]

You are always so fun to watch. It takes my everyday stress away.

[@Clutterbug]

Glad you think so!

[@cmak1212]

That end story about the painting project is the type of story that makes me relate so well to you. I was tired of yellow in my kitchen, bought new paint (as I was rushed through the paint aisle by my family) and realized I came home with a darker yellow. Oh well it was so much work, it's staying. I like the color well enough.

[@Clutterbug]

;p

[@terrizimmerman5297]

We finally moved into a new home, and I chose peacock blue and chocolate brown for our master bedroom. Do you know how many SHADES of peacock blue there are?! I ended up carrying a crayola crayon in my purse to match accessories.😂 Your painting adventure had me chuckling!

[@Clutterbug]

Hahaha!

[@madonnahagedorn5649]

The stone you chose is warm and inviting. So good.

[@happiest.northwest]

Thank you!! Hi and love from Washington 💕🌲

[@Clutterbug]

Hello from Canada!

[@debbiedebbie9473]

8:29. Such a big difference. Thank you so much for all of your videos. ❤️🙂

[@faeriefire78]

Oh man, the paint story. A couple months ago I was desperate for a change in my living room/dining room and agonized over which greige to go with until I settled on Agreeable Gray. If anyone is interested, AG and Smooth Stone by Glidden (which is far cheaper and WAS ALREADY ON MY WALLS) is identical. 😭 I'm so butthurt that I can't deal with the dumb walls for now.

[@Clutterbug]

Oh no! That stinks!

[@redhead911126]

At least you now know you really like that color bc you picked it twice!

[@cathychenier7738]

😅Love your stories at the end of the video. You are so great in admitting your mistakes and makes the rest of us feel better about ours.

[@mychalbrown4585]

I love your end story. How on Earth did you pick the exact same color?! 😂 My parents always did the same thing. When my mom was out of town my dad would buy something big off budget (like new bookshelves or a fancier lawn mower) and my mom and I would diy something (like painting or curtains). I always looked forward to it! 😄

[@Clutterbug]

I'm always doing stuff like that. ;p

[@babadgirl]

This is one of the best Reno/design shows out there and definitely one of the best cast. They work well together and I love watching them and the ideas they come up with. Would love to see a lot more seasons of this show with Cass!

[@Clutterbug]

:)

[@margieneary272]

I had revere puter in one of my bedrooms and hated it! It had a lot of green in it. So I finally had my painter guys do Seagulll gray, which is a beautiful pale gray!

[@pamboatwright8281]

Cas, I love your bubbly personality! That’s sucks about your fireplace disaster, but I love what you all did with the room!

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks!

[@TinkerbelleToes2010]

The basement looks warm and inviting. Nice job! I laughed out loud at the end of your painting saga. It sounds like something I would do. When we bought our second home years ago, I dialed back my love affair with pastel yellow walls. It seems my family didn’t love the light yellow as much as I did. Warm tones and neutrals can blend so nicely with any decor. 😊🌞

[@Clutterbug]

True!

[@sabrinaschultzkisby]

Lol brown wood grains are my go to, that and bright rainbow pastels. I might not be trendy or fashionable but I'm happy!

[@mrscb5303]

Ugh!! You have my sympathy on the discovery about the fireplace. It’s a fear of mine as I know (now) that whoever flipped this house didn’t exactly know what they were doing! We have some projects coming up and I’m so afraid of what we are gonna find!! New basement looks lovely and I hope you get lots of time to just relax and enjoy it. Thanks for all you do to inform and entertain us. 💚

[@Clutterbug]

You're welcome!

[@AskAngelaBrown]

Great tips Cass, and I LOVE your new family space. Hats off and high five! 😍

[@sherrimorlock4037]

You always have the best advice from yourself and so many people you come in contact with. Thank you for that. ❤️🙏🏻

[@Clutterbug]

You are so welcome!

[@Claycat4]

LOL! Teal is my favorite color! Your room looks great, Cas!

[@Clutterbug]

Thank you!

[@m.s.3776]

Thank you SO much for your amazing videos! I've been binge watching them for the last few days and now I'm so motivated to declutter and organize the whole flat. Thank you for giving me your amazing tools to do so effectively ❤

[@Clutterbug]

You are so welcome!

[@soapylulu]

Your painting story sounds like something I would do! OMG. Love it! And you! 😄😄😄

[@MissVasques]

Many great tips, though most heard before but hey if good repeat no issue. Adding plants/green I agree. When decorating my living room I liked using white and gold, including golden-looking curtains But, it looked Cold. But, adding some plants and suddenly it is all warm And shiny. I even placed a fake thin garland in the window where ordinary pots was too heavy. Really helped.

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks for sharing!

[@nonafulk5320]

I love Revere Pewter. I have it in my kitchen. It changes color based on how much sunlight is in the room and goes with so many things!

[@kjoscrappinmama]

Wow, your fireplace mantle and stone looks just like ours! We had to re-do ours. When we started to tear it apart we found a total of 4 different colors/styles of tile! That was fun! LOL! We also built a mantle in the same fashion! So easy, looks fantastic, and saves a TON of money and you can't even tell it's not a beam! OMG, the painting!! Cas you crack me up! I mean, funny not funny, but sounds like something I would probably do too!! We're creatures of habit right, we like what we like!! :)

[@Ancestral_Amalisa]

Keeping a list of all paint colors ids a MUST… my hubby is leaving for a work trip & I plan to repaint and get some projects done while he’s away.

[@mrs.g.35]

We want season 3!!!! Any confirmation that it is coming? Seriously love Hot Mess House.

[@nadalynm.3145]

Love Hot Mess House but I would like to see more decluttering on it.

[@lacyrussell7812]

@@nadalynm.3145 totally agree! I loved season 1. I love a good home renovation show but I don’t have $10,000 to knock out a wall and hire a contractor lol I need DIY

[@Sewcial_Mayhem]

So pretty, Cass! I’m a fan of gray, too (and pink is my jam). And I’m a huge fan of Hot Mess House! You are literally my OG of KZbin decluttering and organizing.

[@Clutterbug]

Yay! Thank you!

[@jenniferbarney4220]

The room looks fantastic!! And the story at the end is a classic, for sure. ;)

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks!

[@sarahkoltz8017]

The carpet-over-carpet would only happen to you, Cass! The basement looks awesome!

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks!

[@rozcoreyclark]

Plastic plants reminds me of my mother :) KZbin taught me that many houseplants can live for months without light or water!

[@patm_]

Thank you for sharing great inexpensive advice . Your basement looks great and loved the wall color and how you blended the other colors to the decoration. Great job 👏.

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks!

[@soapsoilandsunshine3241]

Oh my goodness. I always love your Outtro's. So entertaining. I have no clue. The before and after look just as awesome. I'll understand one day I'm sure. Keep up the great work.

[@thisisbethm]

My dad was colorblind. He traveled a lot. My mom painted their bedroom once while he was out, and when he came home, he smelled paint. She said she painted the bathroom ceiling. He had checked, and knew that wasn’t what she did!

[@Clutterbug]

Lol!

[@maryannehusar8222]

I think the fireplace is stunning!

[@utoobr10]

Wow! Such a lovely decorated room! It feels very comfortable. If I may make a suggestion? What do you think about putting the large plants, the ones on either side of your fireplace, up on a table or some type of riser, to help give these large plants some extra height and drama?

[@Clutterbug]

Good idea!

[@amybradley9323]

So glad you gave that shameless plug. I have been looking for your show on Netflix. There is a reason I never found it 😂😂😂😂 Going to binge watch now:)

[@Clutterbug]

Yay!

[@michelleneuman579]

The room looks great! I still love my teal!

[@Clutterbug]

Me too!!

[@beckywatson3548]

I do the exact same. As soon as my husband goes out of town I redo something, mostly so he can’t have an opinion on the color/style or critique my technique or mess! Love it!

[@Clutterbug]

Lol!

[@morganizedwithkelly45]

Cass! You can have Pothos, snake plants and inch plants do well in the space ☺️

[@Clutterbug]

Awesome!

[@jessieleon4355]

Your personal stories at the end are the best :D So funny that you painted the wall the exact same color....ha!

[@Clutterbug]

😁

[@andeebee2530]

I love the fireplace! Actually I love everything about the room. Thanks so much for the styling advice 💕

[@Clutterbug]

No problem 😊

[@ellyc87]

Oh my goodness, your story at the end. 🤣😂🤣 Totally something I would do. Actually in our first house I had a thing for green. The nursery was green, and the kitchen was green but slightly different. I wanted to paint our entryway off the kitchen the same color. I painted the entire room, something felt off to me but I finished anyway, only to realize it was the wrong green. 🤭 I think I went back and fixed it but MAN.

[@Jeannette.akaJnett]

I've been seeing and hearing that "the" new colors/tones for 2022 and 2023 are exactly what Abby suggested for your colors. It is relaxing and beautiful. I loved staying for the final story. Now that's probably something I might have done. You know, when you love something so much...yeah that one is going to be dangled above your head for a time no doubt. LOL Great job all around. P.S. can you tell me what you used for the flooring. I have to change mine out soon and had a marble tile look in the kitchen that had the "greyeigh" tones and I added random black tiles to it. I think I could definitely live with the floor you put down. I need to do it budget friendly. Hubby passed away last August and I'm having to do some major changes as it appears everything is falling apart at the same time. Ugh! 54+ years of marriage and now I'm stuck doing this too. Oh well, such is life. Thanks in advance if you can share the flooring product.

[@karenjohannessen8987]

{{{Jeannette}}} (hugs) So many changes in such a short time! Have *fun* redoing your house-stuff ~

[@cindysmith9213]

Grey's often have undertones. So there are warm greys , cool greys, French greys. Just check if it is a grey white & black or if yellow, blue or Brown is mixed in. Miss matching will make something look muddy or off.

[@teresanorris4769]

I hate prison gray 😂 So glad that trend is going out.

[@Clutterbug]

Lol!

[@karenstairs8273]

I love the stone on the fireplace!! The floor is beautiful! Love the rug too!!!

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks!

[@lynnern57]

Love this video! Thanks for the tips! And will be watching your show. 😍

[@Clutterbug]

You're welcome!

[@suedredge1678]

It all looks beautiful! LOVE the stone on the fireplace! Revere Pewter is a nice color. At least it was a color you knew you liked since you'd used THE EXACT SAME color before. Lol! You crack me up. Teal is one of my favorite colors too. I painted my front door teal and it looks so pretty. No regrets.

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@lyndaweister9984]

I Have Always L❤VED Ur TEAL🤗❣

[@AlisonV362]

I am so happy that gray is on its way out finally, I'm with Abby! 😂 Your space looks great! You did a fantastic job!

[@Clutterbug]

Thank you!! 😊

[@katc7332]

Layers of rug is pretty and cozy. It’s also a safety hazard for many. Sure is pretty 🌸

[@Clutterbug]

If you attach the rugs with carpet tape it should be fine.

[@katc7332]

@@Clutterbug -it's the changing of heights on the floor that can make it difficult especially for those who need assistance walking. Otherwise, tape for keeping it from slipping is a great idea! You're doing great videos as always!

[@PuzzlesC4M]

I'm ready for gray to be "out." Looking on Zillow, so many homes looks cold and sterile! We have a gray couch too, so no gray walls for me!

[@Clutterbug]

Lol

[@lynnsimard9810]

And here i am planning a move and getting grey furniture

[@daynad8104]

I agree! I don't like grey at all! I prefer beige as a neutral paint color, and whether it's trendy, or not, that's what my home will be. I use color in other ways, and I love it. Trends come, and go so quickly, I want my home to be for me, not anyone else.

[@susankatz5725]

OMG---I LOVE YOU FOR SHARING THAT STORY AT THE END----IT SOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING I WOULD HAVE DONE

[@Clutterbug]

Lol!

[@ritaboes]

Great tips, and love the room. Just moved to another apartment, still searching for cute accessories. Definitely still need to shop for plants, but first wanted to know how much light there would be. I find that the best part of moving,all the cute things and plants. Don't get it why Americans have 2 livingrooms. 😍😘

[@chall1232]

I live here in America and I have no clue why the 2 livingrooms eithier. Or closing in the garage. It drives me crazy. Lol

[@ritaboes]

@@chall1232ofcourse I know not all Americans have 2. But in different kind off make over TV series I often see 2. Really cant thinking of a logical reason.

[@username00009]

In American homes with two communal spaces, one is typically referred to as the living room and the other is the family room or, in more recent years, the loft. The living room is intended to be a more formal space to entertain guests, similar to a parlor or drawing room. Living rooms are meant to encourage conversation, whereas family rooms are informal spaces that usual contain the TV. Thinking about houses in my area, I’d venture a guess that separate living and family rooms became popular in the 70s or 80s, even in smaller homes. Great rooms, or open concept floor plans, became popular in the late 90s and have remained so for the most part, although families with kids often seem to create a separate casual hangout space in the basement, loft, etc. - probably to give themselves some peace and quiet in the main living area, corral toys, etc.

[@Clutterbug]

Glad you like them!

[@1Lightdancer]

Love your basement haven! And I've gotten nearly the same color paint for a project! Another consultation to consider, is one with a Feng Shui practioner! The value is much more than the price charged - and your space will feel lighter and fresher! Several years ago, our acupuncturist and I (a Massage therapist) rented treatment rooms in a local clinic. She'd worked with tips and cures from my friend Gwynne Warner in another office, so we hired the consultant together, to address our potion of the office! While I didn't implement all Gwynne's ideas, I used many of them - including washing the walls and the exercise ball (¡used at the foot of the table for ergonimics!) with a bit of salt and orange essential oil in the water! (I'd been in the room 13 years, and the walls had been repainted, but I'd not ever thought to wash them!) I added a gold cloth (sheer curtain!) draped under my Ashiatsu bars, and echoed that with a couple of gold covered cushions. I also decluttered decorations and ornaments, and got inexpensive fabric cubes from our dollar store to tuck away my linens and lotions, for a more streamlined appearance! My coworker teamed with the doctor to choose and purchase nicer chairs for our reception area, and implemented most of the tips. Lisa and I each had doors set at an angle, and Gwynne recommended the cure of hanging a crystal above each of them. I'm moving into a Grannie flat that's being constructed behind my daughter's soon, and considering a consultation ❤ www.pinterest.com/gwynnewarner/

[@Clutterbug]

Thanks for sharing!

[@kathyschieb6686]

This is such a great video. More decorating tips!!!! Thank you

[@Clutterbug]

You're welcome!

[@rhondawilliams9449]

Accidently painting the room the same color sounds like something I would do. What a hoot. Good to laugh at now, but I'll bet you felt the oops for a little while anyway. Thank you for sharing the declutter/decorating tips with us. Hope you are enjoying the room.

[@Clutterbug]

You're welcome!

[@tiashadae1143]

Thank you!

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You're welcome!

[@1Lunasol1]

Yesssss, Revere Pewter all the way! Funny story. When we moved into our house 9 years ago, we had beige in the foyer, hallways and kitchen/family room areas. We hired painters to do the foyer and hallways because it is 2-storey in that space and I, in all my wisdom, thought we would save money by having ME paint the kitchen/family room areas. Fast forward 9 years and we still have one space painted a lovely Revere Pewter and the kitchen/family room has an awkward line where it is STILL beige. I never did paint it🤦‍♀️ Le sigh. I am getting very close to hiring someone this year, to finish the paint job that I never did and to touch up all of our other spaces that now have dings and scratches, because for heavens sake, it's been NINE freaking years!🤪🤣

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Lol!

[@hannahcrumley3103]

Thank you, Great tips!!! Your basement room looks fantastic! So funny about the paint! It’s so much more fun when the husbands make the mistake instead of us!!!😜

[@Clutterbug]

I felt so dumb.

[@chatterboxbudgets]

That story was one of my favorites! It's good to hear these tips. Thank you for sharing! 🥰

[@Clutterbug]

You're welcome!

[@reneesteyn5279]

We STILL haven't been able to watch Hot Mess House in other parts of the world 😭

[@MrAshtonone]

@ClutterBug LOL, I ripped up carpeting in our family down to the concrete slab while my husband was asleep as a strong motivator to get him to purchase the materials and lay the plank flooring he promised time and time again (ivory carpet off the garage, good luck keeping it clean with large dogs and a few cats) back in 1999 or 2000. He woke up and was shocked and none too pleased to find the room emptied of all furniture and carpet, but the floor got done 🤣. This too is part of our marriage, we just celebrated 27 years of marriage this month! Lynn

[@lateonaname]

I’ve been trying to find a home the last five years and when I’ve seen homes “updated” entirely grey I hate it….

[@Clutterbug]

It just needs a can of paint ;)

[@pyritecindi7384]

That end story about the paint!! Hilarious 😂. Thanks for sharing.

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You're welcome!

[@ladonaoneal8137]

At least you know you really like gray/beige. You picked it twice.

[@tinabevan9951]

Cass, you are hysterical!!! So much enjoyed your basement painting story!! 😂😂😀

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[@kerryf9796]

That story at the end... hysterical!!!!

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[@makulu1]

Cass, all your videos are great but I live for the story at the end!

[@tgayer1]

My scrapbooking friends tease me because I’ve scrapbooked the same photos twice, doing a similar layout and title. I finished and asked out loud if I had done this page before. Yep, I had. They still laugh about that.

[@Clutterbug]

Hahaha!

[@marideathydeelz914]

That was a story worth waiting for! Poor you! At least, when you have a favorite, you’re loyal!!! ❤️

[@Clutterbug]

So true!

[@kimbarrangerrendle3807]

I love the fireplace stone work. Thanks for the motivation I needed to get my reno feels in motion.

[@Clutterbug]

You're welcome!

[@lottesvala]

I'm so happy for your updates Cass. I LOVE when you share what you do in your family. Seriously, a vlog would be amazing.

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