trying to style my house like an architectural digest home tour

[@Singalong519]

It's refreshing to see how naturally "messy" your house is from the start, and I mean that very kindly. From blankets and messed up couches, to stuff on your beside table, to a muddy rug, you can tell you actually live in your house. I always beat myself up about how my house gets cluttered and disorganized so it's great to see a realistic messy house get turned into a "put together" home.

[@blhtyson]

Agreed!!!!

[@ashleydobson1532]

I cant agree with this more. This is so fucking refreshing!! Seeing a home LIVED IN is so so so lovely. It is real and genuine. Thank you for sharing your lived in and BEAUTIFUL home 🥰

[@caroleberreur9585]

With a crisp under the living room coffee table. 😝 (takes one to know one… I really appreciate this!).

[@hagfish_]

A showcase like this is a great way to 'freshen up' your home for a specific goal. It'll also be a wonderful memory in a few years when you look back on it and see how much things have changed.

[@LaineyBug2020]

That harness at the end was just magic! It transformed the whole look!

[@TheSorryLife]

thank you 💜

[@olliejilliangil8382]

I’m so glad she explained that. I’ve been not understanding those harness things for a while now.

[@E42545]

I was a bookseller for 5+ years and I will fight literally anyone that says yOu cAnT uSe bOOks aS dEcOr. You (general you) would be disgusted at how many BRAND NEW books even my small indie destroyed and threw away every month- big box stores are even worse. Late-stage capitalism is bad any destruction of perfectly usable objects for contractual/insurance/tax gains and/or just sheer excess is bad and thrift stores *also* landfill whatever doesn’t get bought and put to use. Never apologize for utilizing something that would otherwise be literal trash. Use is use. 💁‍♀️

[@deelirious]

The thing and I am not here for a fight, is that not being ok with books as decoration in not necessarily because you (general you) believe that books are sacred and are meant only to be read. It can be also because you believe that the message you read when someone is using books as decoration is that the user of books as decoration is a poser and the aesthetics take a dive down when that happens.

[@E42545]

@@deelirious I appreciate how respectfully you phrased this and tbh the aspect you’re referring to is an agree to disagree thing imo. I (and I don’t mean this condescendingly at all bc I think we all shift back and forth in opinion constantly) used to feel the same way, along with band merch etc. What shifted that for me was starting to notice the things *I* liked aesthetically but knew relatively nothing about and it becoming a don’t throw stones thing. It would be one thing if like yeah someone who NEVER read actively hated reading had an apartment full of books for the sole purpose of making themselves look a certain way to others (ie like maybe a more safe/relatable person to a date they’re bringing home idk)- BUT it’s not like we can necessarily tell that surface level. The older I’ve gotten the less I’ve given a s- if people like things aesthetically *for themselves* so long as it’s not an attempt at manipulation, you know?

[@deelirious]

@@E42545 as you said, is good to cordially disagree. I usually don’t comment about things I don’t like, This time in the video it was asked so many times not to do so that I felt I I had to. I agree, to each its own but I don’t like it and it is also OK. I am not trolling I am respectfully giving my point if view when prodded, by Becky’s comments and by your “I will fight…” I believe that disagreeing is not lacking respect and the more points of view the merrier. I Don’t try to convince anyone to come to my way of seeing things, just putting my cards on the table, not that anyone cares nor they should.

[@MK-zs7jl]

@@deelirious tbh that’s an even worse reason. If every book stays intact and they’re literally just being put around their home then it really shouldn’t affect you at all lol. People who dislike others for enjoying aesthetics are such pick me’s… you really don’t want people buying books for decor because they’re nOt DoInG iT rIgHt. It’s giving control issues.

[@deelirious]

@@MK-zs7jl It is wonderful that you have the compass that indicates which reasons are good and bad, it must be very useful in life, specialy when the good ones are yours. If you read the thread, that was very polite until your comment, you will see that maybe you are not getting the conversation, only reacting, but, eh, that's also ok, you do you.

[@nataliamaliga]

Please don't use tape on your art prints!!!! You can mount it using museum-grade tacky linen tapes you can buy in art supply stores. The adhesive in tape will yellow over time and literally seep into the paper fibers, and will chemically cross link and never be able to remove it. The tacky linen tape is made with water-soluble adhesive so that if you ever need to remove it you can use minimal amounts of water to take it off. Source: I'm a book conservator and I see and work with tape removal all the time on books and paper/archival materials.

[@YW84LUV]

I loved this behind the scenes look at your thought process on decorating, etc. after having watched the tour video. It all came together cohesively and even loved your outfit!

[@emilyedkins4238]

You can add drainage holes to pots or vases pretty easily, use the same technique as drilling glass. Get a diamond drill bit of the diameter you want and have running water on the hole as you drill. I don't press either, the weight of the drill will be enough. If you do that even with one drainage hole and add a small base dish that vase will work until the plant gets bigger. Then you can smash the vase and repot it. Bonsai is a way to grow trees miniature, a technique rather than a species. That plant will need more light long time and might not survive inside at all.

[@Beruthiel45]

Fun behind the scenes! The cutting tool for bevelled edges on mat card, I want one! 🌝 Almost forgot... I have books EVERYWHERE! In bookcases in almost every room including bedrooms and basement, on kitchen shelves, beside the couch, etc., because I love them and read them. A home without books is anathema.

[@morbidlyxobsessed]

I usually never comment on this bc their looks don’t matter regarding their content, but everyone from the team is just so beautiful. Becky you are gorgeous! And I loooooove your style, my home is also "cluttered" (I mean lots of decor), and I love it

[@jennafriedrich]

I think I liked this just as much or more than the actual tour itself! It makes me want to refresh my home. I feel like sometimes living in my space, I become blind to some of the actual clutter or objects put on a shelf because I didn't know where else to put them. Great job!

[@paula.kristin]

@12:40: "bonsai" describes a form of art from japan, that cuts trees and bushes in specific ways :) so it's not a plant species or something like that

[@MagdalaPorter]

I barely know anything about bonsai but I do know the plant you purchased Becky is a Ming Aralia shrub. I have one and in my experience it likes a lot of *indirect* sun and I alternate watering from the top and tray watering. If yours is wired into the pot careful not to overwater.💦

[@ElisabethGaffney]

Love that Becky is always changing up her space

[@miikana]

I actually enjoyed this BTS video of a video that’s also coming out and being able to see a polished version but hear your thought process. I really felt like I could relate to this video and it felt paired back and just relaxing.

[@thriftingsuperstars]

It was so nice to see your styling process and it shattered the illusion that people's home's look like that ALL the time. Takes the pressure off!

[@moda78z]

Becky, don’t forget to move back the plant in the window so that Danny can look out 🤣😂 You have so much cool stuff. I still think my favorite is the shelf you made in your closet room. 😍

[@sgiang]

As much as I get not wanting to have the batteries charging on top of the piano for aesthetics. I think it needs to be swapped for an option that has ventilation and not fabric/material on top of it. Charging batteries get super hot as they charge, I am concerned with you having such a flammable option on top of it and creating a fire hazard.

[@Beaverthing]

This would be perfect for a DIY solution. Something like a radiator cover that lets air circulate. It could even be made to look like a retro Bang&Olufsen radio or speaker.

[@melissasullivan1658]

Next DIY project! :)

[@merimaker]

Becky, I bet that you could use a plant that's happy in just water in that vase? Just so you don't have to like... break the pot to get it out? I have an umbrella tree in water for example!

[@scubashar]

the tour was great, thanks for the behind the scenes

[@deborahoneill5302]

Becky! You vibe is the best. I am here for it! Loved the house tour, especially because I have seen all the DIY's as they happened. And this behind the scenes is fantastic! Thanks as usual for the inspo!

[@julesyan]

I love the gold pants! You could easily hem them, especially since I know you guys have some experience with a sewing machine!

[@Pliine29]

The rug looks so good in your living room !😮

[@emilymackey7971]

I would love to see organization videos - like your bathroom organization (makeup, supplies, cleaning products?) or like a restock vlog :)

[@TheSorryLife]

we have a whole playlist or organization on our main channel!

[@cathleenweaver6483]

I really appreciate your showing us how you staged your home before the tour. I watched the tour and your home is beautiful. Great job Becky 💜💙💚💛🧡

[@7sevendaysara]

You nailed everything. The lemons, the coffee tables, the swapped rugs... Wow, thumbs up... Above all for the outfit... IN LOVE. Sara Nena DIY

[@jennylittlefield3293]

Becky, your house is absolutely adorable! I love your style. I don’t know how you put things together and make it look so beautiful. When I do that it looks like a mess. I know this might not be the kindest thing to say but you are my favorite “sorry girl”. I have always loved watching you when you were on. I just love your style, I love your diys and I just think you are so friendly and seem to be such a sweet all around girl (lady)! I do love Kelsey and your new girl (sorry her name just would not come to me today) but you are just my favorite. Thank you for allowing us to tour your home with you. I know it was a lot of work to get ready. But like I said it is beautiful! Can’t wait to see what your next video will bring!

[@Dream-uu1wr]

the new sorry girl is Rachel

[@elizabethalcala2516]

Oooo I love the behind the scenes stuff . Soooo good 😊

[@Ingridlosneslokken]

I love seeing this video after seeing the home tour on your other channel! Makes me feel a lot better about my home not looking that tidy and perfect all the time 😅 of course you would do all this to make it look good for the video, but it’s nice to see the behind the scenes as well 😍

[@imscanon]

Something to think about. These AD tours never show the WHOLE house. There are always rooms we don't see and THOSE rooms are full of debris taken from the rest of the house. I always try to make a note of what we didn't see so I know where all the mess is. lol

[@sarahwenger4479]

Yeah, I’m glad she went into the basement and everything! I think the only place I can remember that is in her house but that she didn’t show in the main video is her laundry room, but since she did a video recently about it, I think that makes sense.

[@relitin]

I LOVE Becky's style! Her house looks so cozy and cool but also her clothing style is so cool! She usually has some 70's vibes with modern twists and she just looks so cool.. I said cool a lot 😂 this video concept is also amazing, showing what its actually like behind the scenes of these videos!

[@newartic4337]

omg Becky i know these yellow pants are thrifted but could you share the brand ?? 🤩

[@Charlie10266]

Am I crazy for LOVING that “very 80s flower print”? Because I am living for it. 😍

[@Daymickey]

Loved this! You’re such a breath of fresh air Becky!

[@alexandracarter1408]

This was super great I love all the inside info on styling, that was great to see in action - also, omg, that belt! Like at first I was all, "oh her outfit looks a bit like jammies, but whatever, she's cute in that too." but then you put the belt on and it was SO FREAKING FLATTERING on you! Plus it still looked so comfy! I instantly wanted to go buy one for each of my teenage daughters.

[@lovingmayberry307]

I enjoyed this one just as much as the actual home tour! Tfs, Becky!! 😘

[@bellewill9748]

You’re so down to earth and natural, it’s always a pleasure watching you. Thank you 🙏🏾 for making our lives a bit better with your videos.

[@leilakadribasic]

As always Becky's videos and her genuinely wonderful and understated self are just ❤❤❤❤

[@frances3847]

That Tiki pepper shaker was likely someone’s souvenir from a trip to NZ

[@meeomelovescookiesandhisto459]

So excited for the house tour! I always love seeing your house, since we've followed along for such a long time it feels like we really know the space. My first thought is always oh my gosh I would feel so at home here. And I love seeing it at its aesthetic peak and also at its everyday use point, really shows you know how to adapt your design to actual people living in it. It's also so cool to see the hard work that goes into doing these home tours!

[@kerik2599]

I love this video concept! It’s helpful to see how someone with a design eye freshens up a space without making huge changes. And it all looked lovely in the tour, you have a beautiful home! Love the rug at 14:33. Do you remember where you got it from?

[@lilyshapiro1697]

Any plant (I think) can be Bonsai. Bonsai is the trimming method

[@Aka_Vanii]

Please repot the plant in the vase. If the roots reach a certain size you won’t get the plant out without destroying the plant or the vase.

[@mzimmerle]

It would be a great vase for plant cuttings from a large plant. It would have the same look without the issues that arise from dirt and roots.

[@JuLiix2]

Love the behind the scene, specially the coming together of your outfit. I really loved it! 😍

[@Raxx777]

Fun to watch- I do often wonder when I see vids when somebody's home is redecorated and decor is brought in that does't the owner have ANY cute knick-knacks already? turned out lovely

[@ninibikininini]

I love this video!!!! 😭♥️ actually very relatable, reminded me of prepping for guests.

[@corissab7703]

If you're set on using the vase and plant together you could always fill it up with water and keep the plant in it that way. Might work out better for you than a soil pot with no drainage!(:

[@blackcatproductions3]

LOVED this, thank you for showing us. I swear I love the behind the scenes just as much as the finished product, I love seeing the planning and strategy parts so much. 🥰

[@martinadotcom]

it was so fun to watch the behind the scenes of you preparing for your beautiful home tour!!

[@JuliaBeth8]

Looooove you girl!! You are such a good mood! 😍✨

[@TheSorryLife]

Thank you so much!!

[@JuliaBeth8]

@@TheSorryLife you totally just made my day! 😍❤️

[@heygladysmejia]

Loved the house tour 😍😍😍😍🪩🪩🪩

[@elliexyz]

Your house isn't necessarily "messy" it's "lived in", visibly which is great.

[@julielove6940]

I've spray painted so many colored mats white with no issues! I'd love to see you try it sometime!

[@paulas_lens]

I never thought of that! Thanks!

[@ellat333]

That bowl that u almost got was giving bubble tea vibes 🧋

[@waterbitten]

I love the thread up pants, and OMG YES! TO NOT WEARING SHOES IN YOUR OWN HOUSE!!

[@Momluvsu]

If you put that plant in the vase I'd do waterand leca instead of soil, if you use soil you will have to break the pot to get the plant out. Also because it has a smaller neck if the roots get so big that they fill the round area they won't be able to come through. I would either do it in water and keep pulling it out every once in awhile to make sure it still fits through the hole or use a pot that has a wider opening than the base is

[@charlottepeet1615]

Love love love seeing the video tour and behind the scene! Would love this on the celeb AD videos!

[@alliescheu8758]

Loved this video! The behind the scenes is always so interesting and fun to watch.

[@saram8996]

You should watch Paige Wassle. She’s a prop stylist who styles for home shoots including AD

[@StephanieGraska]

OMGOMGOMG!! I loooove Paige! She is so funny in her dry way and has a great eye for not only prop styling, but style in general. Great call Sara M ;)

[@kaitlynnmccomiskey4533]

high key love that print from the thrift store. would DIY it a bit but its great

[@franceswhiston2572]

Really enjoyed the video of you ‘styling’ your home. Very helpful to see your process. Thanks for sharing

[@bimbalful]

Interested idea and great execution!

[@haleymartin4726]

Tip for the “plush” bed is to add another duvet underneath and make it kind of bunched up so that your quilt and top duvet sit higher.. when I did residential design we had to do this all the time even though it’s totally unrealistic for actual use 😂

[@rebeccakahler6432]

Love that y'all are using the vlog channel again! I am pro Sorry Girls content! Also who doesn't love a BTS! You did a fantastic job with the styling and I loooooved your outfit-cut to me searching for "harness belt"

[@marissaayala4979]

This makes me appreciate your house tour soooo much more!! I love seeing the work you put into making it look absolutely STUNNING

[@meln04]

I’m obsessed with your house. Where is the living room rug from? 😍

[@alisom8210]

I love that you did this… its fantastic!😊

[@velvettoyz5671]

Did I see kings of leon in those records ma’am great choice!!!

[@amyweaver7413]

I absolutely loved your house tour video, and also love this behind the scenes video.

[@kepniax]

I love your home! You made it a beautiful place!

[@brittanysandy2828]

The Supertramp record 😍😍😍 behold my heart!

[@erinluijkx6788]

LOVED THIS!!!!

[@aprilb1412]

Loved this ❤ Becky's house is so 😎 not the cookie cutter house you see all the time.

[@Cks2408]

Bang og Olufsen is Danish. So European is not wrong at all, but Europe is a massive place with so many different countries, different cultures, and therefore different design elements

[@petyamiteva2382]

Where did the checkered rug in your walk-in closet appear from?!

[@laurap710]

Oooo did I peek an Arcade Fire The Suburbs record?

[@deniselinton5803]

Why not put the chargers in a decorative box or basket on the piano instead of the pillow?

[@JonathanCurtis]

That first plant is a Ming Aralia plant, I killed mine... they're picky plants. I hope you have better luck with yours! They are so beautiful and can get very tall if you keep them happy and repot!

[@putrifitriliaariyanti8583]

cool! so enjoyed to watch, and not every "plant people" will hate you idea about re-pot-ing the plant. but we need to make sure that the pot have a good circulation for the water and the soil soo the plant can still grow up😚😉

[@cathylavorante6871]

Very cool seeing the before. I don’t understand why using books for decor is bad lol. Beautiful house Becky! Before and after styling!

[@theaubingirl]

Love your house and videos!

[@ang_131]

I was given that Earth From Above book. It sat in a cupboard for 7 years before I finally accepted I wasn’t a coffee table book kind of person and gave it away.

[@witchyvibee]

THE FIT IS AMAZING 😍

[@beccamo_]

I saw those batteries behind the pillow in the tour video and it cracked me up

[@natashafreeman6286]

Very nice I love everything and I have to say them pants love it I love that colour

[@emmamitchell3484]

Ok yes the house looks great but THE OUTFIT. THE HAIR. Obsessed

[@vivienh.3776]

Hey! Just curious on why it's not on your list rn to make over your second guest bedroom in the basement?

[@alingligaya390]

I had no idea cordless flat irons were a thing. I need to me one of those. 😁

[@konstantinadrosouneufeld4164]

I loooove the disco ball. Did you thrift that?

[@Mikoexoh]

I’m obsessed with a D I’m so glad you’re doing this🙌🏽😍 I love you guys too I watch sorry girls every night with my 6 year old

[@lozarkderccy3254]

Was there a video on the guest room makeover? Am I missing something 🤔

[@Ddrhl]

Did you leave the top windowsill book upside down?

[@teresacarle294]

🌺 Becky: you're a rock⭐️star even behind-the-scenes. This staging video was quite engaging. 💝Loved the actual tour too. Well done!!! 😊Thx for saving those beautiful coffee table books from the landfill🗑. They give such depth, warmth, & personality to your home🏡. Plus, it's a bonus whenever something we like can do double duty. Smart to use the trio as a lamp💡riser. 👩‍🍳Do you have a special recipe for a signature dish 🥣 that you like to make for holidays or events? Have you developed an easy go-to hospitality plan for impromptu guests? 🍽 Any entertaining hacks? 🤔Know you said 🚫 DIY, but perhaps you can add charging station🔌, and a 🪡harness on your future to do list. 😉Saw a clever set-up for the former with a funky vintage 🍞 breadbox where a surge protector was tucked inside under a tray where the chargers rested. 🤓How about flipping some kind of thrifted ✂️pinafore or jumper dress into a charming, belted, corset top!? That darling harness truly saved that blousy top, & it could be fun to see your interpretation. Makes for a super smart upcycle. 💚 Bridget from Cali ☘️ (using my pal's YT acct)

[@teresadreamer8554]

I just wonder? Do you look for prices or what appeals to you? I tend to do both. Plus if there are a discount price. Great viedo love ❤️

[@kristinssocool]

I'm at 3;56 in the video. To hide the very necessary but not so pretty batteries how about instead of a pillow a piece of art? It makes more sense decor wise. Sometimes when you're in the space the solutions don't occur to us and that's why having someone come in to get that fresh eyes perspective and bounce ideas around can really make a difference.

[@mscatzord]

My guess on the ceramic red plate: soap dish

[@aleisaetheridge8682]

I love to watch Your videos and love how real and fun they r but I love Queen ,best band ever and Freddie is the most amazing vocalist and front man that ever lived,that just made me love U even more lol .

[@HejMette]

You said Olufsen pretty well, but Bang is pronounced like banh in banh mi sandwiches. It’s a danish design/electronics company 😊

[@rose77778888]

Of course we want to see more of you!

[@thiadesg]

I kind of wonder what Austin thinks after the house is styled like this. I guess he is used to Becky changing things regularly, but still :)

[@shivanimishra9806]

Hey Becky first of all big fan! 🙋‍♀️ second of all can you please tell me which record player you use.. have been looking for a good suggestion for quite sometime.. 🙏

[@MYfilms22]

Where is the white glass mushroom lamp in the kitchen from?

[@ThisIsKassia]

I'm not sure, but it's giving me Ikea vibes.