POP QUIZ QUESTIONS: Josh said to hire a professional when dealing with these 3 things… What is the best way to determine if you’re getting a fair estimate? Should you ever pay upfront? What is the improvement on your house that has the biggest ROI? If you pull a permit and something is screwed up,...
When planning a home renovation, choosing the right contractor is critical. From checking the quality of their work, putting things in writing and agreeing on a timeline- to double checking that the contractor is properly licensed and insured- it’s a lot to keep in mind. We want our students to approach this process with confidence,...
POP QUIZ QUESTIONS: What was Daniel’s number one tip for displaying collections? What is his most prized collection? Where did Daniel suggest you find the best treasures. What’s a trick for determining if something is the real deal? ANSWERS: Keep them together. Mid-century modern matte pottery. Anywhere and everywhere and do it often. Do your...
You’ve heard us talk to multiple organizers and minimalists about creating an edited home- well, today is not one of those days! Today we’re giving a voice to the MAX-imalists out there! The free spirits who love to collect, and live in more eclectic homes. Daniel Mathis, is not a minimalist. He is a collector with...
POP QUIZ QUESTIONS: What is Monica’s 3 step process? When you’re looking through items you should ask yourself: do you love it, need it or _____________? What did Monica say every parent should have? Monica sees the most build up/clutter in these two areas of the house. ANSWERS: Simplify, Streamline, Style Do you love it,...
Cluttered home, cluttered mind. Have you guys heard that expression? Well, more and more research is coming out that parallels a cluttered home with a stressful home. Today’s instructor, Monica Leed, began organizing in 2012, co-founding Simply Spaced, an organizing service focused on transforming cluttered minds and spaces. With a full roster of celebrity and...
POP QUIZ QUESTIONS: Scott mentioned 5 mistakes historical homeowners make- what are they? What food did Scott compare his work prioritization to? What product does Scott hate the most? What are 2 options to find historically friendly materials? ANSWERS: Siding, windows, wood floors, plaster & energy efficiency. A sandwich Vinyl Architectural savage yards or a...
Owning an old house is daunting! It can be hard to figure out where to start on your laundry list of projects, and what should be restored vs. demo’d & replaced – enter, Scott Sidler. For Scott old houses are not just a passion they’re a career. In 2010 Scott started his own historic restoration...
POP QUIZ QUESTIONS: What’s a kitchen garden? True or False: Are plants easier to grow in pots? What’s the most important thing to consider when it comes to garden placement? Name 3 of the 5 herbs Nicole said are the easiest to grow. ANSWERS: It’s a small plot of land that’s harvested more frequently and...
Do you want to plant an herb garden but you’re unsure how? We’ve got you covered! Growing herbs is an easy and delicious way to start gardening- and the benefits of starting a kitchen garden go way beyond healthier food. After years of trial and error, today’s instructor, Nicole Burke learned how to successfully grow...
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