Podcasts about affordable interior design

IKEA has some fabulous new products and we're sharing our favorites. The price is always on point. Here are our favorites. IKEA is not a sponsor, just a resource that we keep an eye on. Here are our favorites, including a lot of new items. Kelly's favorites Utensil Crock - $9.99 HERE Bistro folding chair - $24.00 HERE Flower Box Basket - $19.99 HERE Large plant basket - $39.99 HERE Quilt Floral/Stripes - $39.99 HERE Vase - $29.99 HERE Anita's favorites Brown planter HERE Outdoor lounger HERE Hemnes bookcase HERE Hemnes cabinet HERE Train wall shelf HERE Green throw HERE Mulitcolor pillow HERE Blue stemmed wine glasses HERE Cheery striped plates HERE Green Pendant light HERE White Pendant light HERE Have you been wanting a consult, but haven't pulled the trigger? Now is the time to sign up for a consult with Anita and Kelly. The prices are going up June 1, so you'll want to get in on the old pricing!! Find out more ⁠HERE⁠ We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. DTT defines tray ceiling Anita's crush is the book Perfect English Small and Beautiful by Ros Byam Shaw Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels. Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week! Kelly's IG ⁠HERE⁠ Kelly's Youtube ⁠HERE⁠ Kelly's blog ⁠HERE⁠ Anita's IG ⁠HERE⁠ Anita's blog ⁠HERE⁠ Are you subscribed to the podcast? Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to you! Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up! If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes. Just go ⁠HERE⁠ and click listen in apple podcasts. Affordable Interior Design podcast ⁠HERE⁠ XX, Anita & Kelly DI: 11:11 / 18:21 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Has the focus on resale value hurt interior design creativity? Are we all simply focused on the next owners? Are people making their homes unique to them or copies of what they think buyers want? Let's discuss. Have you been wanting a consult, but haven't pulled the trigger? Now is the time to sign up for a consult with Anita and Kelly. The prices are going up June 1, so you'll want to get in on the old pricing!! Find out more HERE Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels. Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week! Kelly's IG HERE Kelly's Youtube HERE Kelly's blog HERE Anita's IG HERE Anita's blog HERE Are you subscribed to the podcast? Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to you! Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up! If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes. Just go HERE and click listen in apple podcasts. Affordable Interior Design podcast HERE XX, Anita & Kelly DI - 8:32 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have some favorite things we like to add to a room, and we're sharing our list with you today. These are all things that just make a room better. Have you been wanting a consult, but haven't pulled the trigger? Now is the time to sign up for a consult with Anita and Kelly. The prices are going up June 1, so you'll want to get in on the old pricing!! Find out more HERE We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Tortoise shell drinkware HERE Patterned lamp shades HERE Invisible hanging hardware HERE Embroidered pillow HERE Wool ottoman HERE DTT DEFINES Majolica Find out more about majolica HERE. Kelly's crush is the 101 Cookbooks newsletter. Sign up HERE. Anita's crush are wire shelf mats HERE Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels. Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week! Kelly's IG HERE Kelly's Youtube HERE Kelly's blog HERE Anita's IG HERE Anita's blog HERE Are you subscribed to the podcast? Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to you! Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up! If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes. Just go HERE and click listen in apple podcasts. Affordable Interior Design podcast HERE XX, Anita & Kelly DI - 16:35/27:58 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just because it's a functional office doesn't mean it has be unattractive. Let's make it beautiful. So often home offices are seen as a space to work, and not a place that needs to be decorated. There's no reason it can't be as beautiful as the rest of your home. Let's not ignore it. We've got lots of ideas on how to store things in an elegant way, and how to have an office that works for you. Check out Pooky Lighting that we both love HERE Pooky Lighting is not a sponsor. Anita has the Freya lamp HERE Have you been wanting a consult, but haven't pulled the trigger? Now is the time to sign up for a consult with Anita and Kelly. The prices are going up June 1, so you'll want to get in on the old pricing!! Find out more HERE We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Find lovely blue linen look storage containers HERE. What about using a decorative box, like this burled wood one HERE. Anita's standing desk is HERE. DTT DEFINES French door CRUSHES: Anita's crush is the book, How They Entertain: At Home with the Tastemakers HERE Kelly's crush is the book entitled Someone by Alice McDermott. Get a copy HERE. Listen to Affordable Interior Design podcast HERE. Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels. Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week! Kelly's IG HERE Kelly's Youtube HERE Kelly's blog HERE Anita's IG HERE Anita's blog HERE Are you subscribed to the podcast? Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device. Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up! If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes. Just go HERE and click listen in apple podcasts. DI - 10:20/22:14 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trims and skirted tables can add so much to a room. Let's discuss how to add both of these and what they add to a room. Both of these were out for a long time, but they are back! DTT defines Dutch doors We talked about the burlap skirted table HERE We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Tortoise shell drinking glasses are HERE. Crushes: Anita's crush is the scrub daddy HERE Kelly's crush is a set of 6 glass tumblers. Have a look HERE. Give a listen to the Affordable Interior Design podcast HERE Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels. Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week! Kelly's IG HERE Kelly's Youtube HERE Kelly's blog HERE Anita's IG HERE Anita's blog HERE Are you subscribed to the podcast? Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to you! Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up! If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes. Just go HERE and click listen in apple podcasts. XX, Anita & Kelly DI - 18:10/25:57 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Feng Shui Living! In this episode, I sit down with Betsy Helmuth, a designer who shares my passion for making a real impact in people's lives. We dive into her journey with how she got started, her experience working with HGTV, and how she built her thriving career. Plus, Betsy reveals some insider tips for creating beautiful, intentional spaces without breaking the bank! Learn more about Betsy, her design services, her interior design academy, as well as podcast Affordable Interior Design here: Betsy is the owner of Affordable Interior Design and a nationally celebrated interior designer. She has appeared on the Today Show, HGTV, DIY Network, CBS, NBC, and in dozens of magazines and newspapers.She penned the popular DIY design books, “Big Design, Small Budget: Create a Glamorous Home in Nine Thrifty Steps” and “Affordable Interior Design: High-End Tips for Any Budget.”https://affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast,https://www.instagram.com/uploftinteriordesignhttps://www.facebook.com/UploftIntDesThanks so much for listening to Feng Shui Living!Hosted by Lisa MortonMake sure you subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more and follow Lisa here:www.purelivingwithlisamorton.comwww.instagram.com/purelivingwithlisamortonwww.facebook.com/purelivingwithlisamortonwww.pinterest.com/purelivingwithlisamortonLearn with Elevated Living School of Holistic Design & Feng Shuihttps://www.elevatedlivingschool.com/Thanks to our secondary show sponsor:Good Chi - Balance your energy and space

It's time to check in on the home decor trends for the year. What's hot, hot, hot? Listen in to find out! Betsy, Anita and Kelly have a lively discussion. Find out who is loving the pastel colors and who's not. Remember we recommend that you go easy on trendy items, since they don't often stay 'in' for long. Have fun with inexpensive trendy accent items, and for high ticket items, we suggest you go with classic items. In this episode we highlighted trends including patterned tile, warm colors, wallpaper, induction cooking, and patterned lampshades. You can find Betsy at the Affordable Interior Design Podcast. You can find her design firm Uploft HERE. DTT DEFINES builder allowance CRUSHES Anita's crush is the Leanne Morgan Youtube channel Betsy's crush is painted casegoods Kelly's crush is the Veranda May/June 2023 issue Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels. Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week! Kelly's IG HERE Kelly's Youtube HERE Kelly's blog HERE Anita's IG HERE Anita's blog HERE Are you subscribed to the podcast? Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device. Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up! If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes. Just go HERE and click listen in apple podcasts. XX, Anita & Kelly DI - 21:24 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does your home need to feel comfortable? We're offering up some of our favorite ways to make it comfy and relaxing. You'll need some comfy seating and maybe a place to put your feet. Check out our redesigned website www.decoratingtipsandtricks.com Listen to our Collected look episode HERE Check out our Buying Sofa online episode HERE We were guests on the Affordable Interior Design podcast HERE We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Need some comfy pillow inserts? Check out THESE. Need a cozy leather ottoman for your sofa? Look HERE We found a scrumptious leather chair for less than $500 HERE DTT defines Howard sofa CRUSHES: Kelly's crush is the independent brand collective called Wolf & Badger Anita's crush is the youtube channel LOST IN THE POND SCHEDULE A DESIGN CONSULT Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels. Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week! Anita's IG Kelly's IG Anita's blog Kelly's blog Kelly's Youtube Are you subscribed to the podcast? Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device. Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up! If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes. Just go HERE and click listen in apple podcasts. XX, Anita & Kelly DI-14:45 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Change is in the air! We are putting our house on the market, so we have to pretend that nobody lives there - but I do get to style my house every day before I leave. The business is getting a total rebrand, so things are starting to look different there as well. As I'm going through all these changes, I'm getting asked some big questions. It's been a long time since I've gone back to basics here on the podcast. People often ask me how I got started and why I decided to become an interior designer, so I thought I would share those answers here with you all.  This episode, I answer questions about... [3:34] Why I started Affordable Interior Design  [10:54] Why I really became an interior designer (hint: revenge!)   To see the accompanying pictures, make sure you head over to affordableinteriordesign.com/links and check out the YouTube channel or our social media pages.   Links:   Website: https://www.betsyhelmuth.com   Book: https://www.betsyhelmuth.com/my-book

We're interviewing Betsy from Affordable Interior Design podcast today. She's got loads of tips that she's sharing with us today. Her first tip is that even though prices have gone sky-high, rugs are still affordable. You can find Betsy HERE (https://www.affordableinteriordesign.com/) Listen to Betsy's podcast HERE (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/affordable-interior-design/id978986960) We were guests on Betsy's podcast HERE (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/decorating-tips-and-tricks-with-kelly-and-anita/id978986960?i=1000571439255) You can find Betsy on Youtube HERE (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIPMkTL8_jYupQhks-__vhA) and Instagram HERE (https://www.instagram.com/affordableinteriordesign/) DTT defines burled wood We participate in the affiliate program with Amazon and other retailers. We may receive a small fee for qualified purchases at no extra cost to you. Kelly's crush is this squirrel-proof feeder. We found it on Amazon HERE (https://amzn.to/3f8GGkB) Anita's crush is GT Synergy Aqua Kefir. Anita finds it at Trader Joes, and you can also probably find it at your local health food store. Need help with your home? We'd love to help! We do personalized consults, and we'll offer advice specific to your room that typically includes room layout ideas, suggestions for what the room needs, and how to pull the room together. We'll also help you to decide what isn't working for you. We work with any budget, large or small. Find out more HERE (https://www.decoratingtipsandtricks.com/consult) Hang out with us between episodes at our blogs, IG and Kelly's YouTube channels. Links are below to all those places to catch up on the other 6 days of the week! Kelly's IG HERE (https://www.instagram.com/mysoulfulhome/) Kelly's Youtube HERE (https://www.youtube.com/mysoulfulhome) Kelly's blog HERE (https://www.mysoulfulhome.com/) Anita's IG HERE (https://www.instagram.com/cedarhillfarmhouse/) Anita's blog HERE (https://cedarhillfarmhouse.com/) Are you subscribed to the podcast? Don't need to search for us each Wednesday let us come right to your door ...er...device. Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts. Just hit the SUBSCRIBE button & we'll show up! If you have a moment we would so appreciate it if you left a review for DTT on iTunes. Just go HERE (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/decorating-tips-and-tricks/id1199677372?ls=1&mt=2) and click listen in apple podcasts. XX, Anita & Kelly

I'm joined again for the third week by special guest Paulina DuPain, a fellow designer at Affordable Interior Design by Uploft. She has an extensive background in the interior design industry before coming to the firm seven years ago. She is the perfect person to help answer all of your business questions. If you are wondering who Paulina is, check out Part 1 of this series to learn more about her background.    Last week, we talked about creating an apartment space that not only felt cohesive but distinct as well, item sourcing issues, how to deal with upset clients because of those issues, and so much more. Be sure to listen to parts 1 and 2 before diving into this week's episode with more questions from the mailbag about the business side of interior design.   This episode, we discuss… [2:10] Sticking to a client's budget when designing (Lisa) [6:01] Having bad experiences with sourcing companies and ways to avoid that (Francis)  [9:00] How to become an interior designer and find confidence (Virginia) [17:42] Finding more clients to consistently have something to work on (Susie) [24:30] Learning to design in a style outside of your comfort zone (Renee) Links:   Website: https://www.betsyhelmuth.com   Book: https://www.betsyhelmuth.com/my-book   Become a Premium Member: https://www.affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast   Submit Your Questions: https://www.affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/affordableinteriordesign   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AffIntDesign

I'm joined again this week by special guest Paulina DuPain, who is a designer at Affordable Interior Design by Uploft. She has been on previous podcast episodes before, and I knew her insight on the business side of interior design would help answer some more of your questions this week for part 2 of this series on the Business of Interior Design.   Last week, we talked about the rewards and challenges of the interior design industry, setting boundaries with clients, and so much more. Be sure to listen to that episode before diving into this week's episode with more questions from the mailbag about the business side of interior design.   This episode, we discuss… [2:15] Creating an apartment space that feels distinct yet cohesive (Francis) [7:01] How to deal with clients that are upset with item sourcing issues (Chan) [12:07] Pushing the paint color boundary with clients and what colors to stay away from (Jim) [19:51] Day-to-day life as an interior designer and typical schedule (Rachel) Links:   Website: https://www.betsyhelmuth.com   Book: https://www.betsyhelmuth.com/my-book   Become a Premium Member: https://www.affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast   Submit Your Questions: https://www.affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/affordableinteriordesign   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AffIntDesign  

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Change is in the air! We are putting our house on the market, so we have to pretend that nobody lives there - but I do get to style my house every day before I leave. The business is getting a total rebrand, so things are starting to look different there as well. As I'm going through all these changes, I'm getting asked some big questions. It's been a long time since I've gone back to basics here on the podcast. People often ask me how I got started and why I decided to become an interior designer, so I thought I would share those answers here with you all.  This episode, I answer questions about... [3:34] Why I started Affordable Interior Design  [10:54] Why I really became an interior designer (hint: revenge!)   To see the accompanying pictures, make sure you head over to affordableinteriordesign.com/links and check out the YouTube channel or our social media pages.   Links:   Website: https://www.betsyhelmuth.com   Book: https://www.betsyhelmuth.com/my-book   Become a Premium Member: https://www.affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast   Submit Your Questions: https://www.affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/affordableinteriordesign   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AffIntDesign

Houseplants and interior design: you'd think these two passions would go together like two peas in a pod, but they can sometimes be at war with each other. We can find ourselves desperately wanting to style plants in rooms with no light, or getting overwhelmed with figuring out how to make our homes look planty and not cluttered. Many plant people don't know the first thing about interior design trends, and many interior designers don't know the first thing about plant care (even if they want to have plants in their designs). Luckily for us, I recently met Betsy, of the Affordable Interior Design podcast, and we decided to huddle up and see how we can match our compatible but different skill sets together and came up with this collaborative episode! Betsy breaks down various design styles, and I match plants that would suit those aesthetics. It's a super fun chat that I hope will leave you ready to elevate your home and grow more joy in your lives!Join the Bloom and Grow Garden Society!The Bloom and Grow Garden Society is your one-stop shop for plant parenthood growth. When you join, you'll gain full access to the Garden Party Community Platform and App PLUS monthly plant care lectures with Horticulturist in Residence Leslie Halleck, monthly office hours with Leslie to troubleshoot your personal plant care issues and monthly Growing Joy Calls with Maria to develop our community of Society Members and explore the plant/person connection.Click here to join us!Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast,so you don't miss the amazing episodes we have coming up!In this episode we learn:[01:11] What to expect from this episode[04:40] A little info on Maria's design style[05:41] The importance of deliberate plant corners[07:32] How Betsy became the interior designer she is today[09:59] Why people feel intimidated by interior design[12:22] How interior design and plant care can be similar[14:42] Tip #1: Don't be afraid to go big![16:43] Tip #2: The rule of thirds // the rule of odd numbers[18:47] Tip #3: How to design a bookshelf[22:35] Is color-blocking your books still in?[25:33] How to prevent plants from overgrowing in spaces on your shelf[26:56] What is bohemian style and how to execute it?[31:40] How many colors can you have in a room?[34:14] How do you mix and match different textures effectively?[35:09] The best indoor and outdoor gardening products[36:13] Where to get quality seeds for this year's garden[37:55] Incorporating plants into your boho home[39:09] Modern vs contemporary design styles[41:17] What is minimalism?[42:44] How to achieve clean lines in your home[44:18] Adding color to your contemporary home[46:37] The best plants for your clean lines home[48:54] What is glam style and its common components?[53:13] How to achieve a sophisticated beach coastal style[56:57] Adding plants to your beach coastal home[59:49] The principles of rustic design // farmhouse interior[01:02:45] What plants are fit for your farmhouse style?[01:05:51] Is Scandinavian design considered contemporary?[01:08:06] Why plants are popular interior design assets today[01:10:44] Maria's closing remarksMentioned in our conversation:Find Your Interior Design Style personality quizThank you to our episode sponsors:Espoma OrganicEspoma Organic is dedicated to making safe indoor and outdoor gardening products for people, pets, and the planet. They have an amazing variety of high-quality, organic potting mixes, garden soil, fertilizers, and pest control products that are organic and eco-friendly. To learn more about their pet safe indoor and outdoor gardening products, visit espoma.com to find your local Espoma dealer or check my Amazon storefront.Territorial Seed CompanyExcited for this year's growing season? Territorial Seed Co's got you covered with high-quality seeds and plants (over 2,000 varieties) that are tried and tested on their 75-acre farm! From Artichoke through Zucchini, they have everything you need to grow your best garden ever! And with over 40 years of experience, you know they have seeds and plants you can trust. They are offering an exclusive discount just for listeners of Bloom & Grow Radio, use code GROW10 to get 10% off your first order. Order now at territorialseed.comFollow Betsy: WebsitePodcastBookFollow Maria and Bloom and Grow Radio:Join the Bloom and Grow Garden Party Community Platform & App AKA the plantiest and kindest corner of the internet!Take the Bloom and Grow Plant Parent Personality Quiz (Get the perfect plants, projects and educational resources for YOUR Lifestyle)Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon!Instagram and Facebook: @BloomandGrowRadioTiktok: @bloomandgrowradioSubscribe to the Bloom and Grow Youtube Show! /BloomandgrowradioWebsite: www.bloomandgrowradio.comJoin the (free) Garden Club: www.bloomandgrowradio.com/garden-clubAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In this episode, Libby Rothschild and Betsy Helmuth talk about LuLaRich, a short docuseries on Amazon Prime about the company LuLaRoe known for their buttery soft leggings and their perspective about this show. What you'll learn from this episode: Lessons learned from LuLaRich What is MLMs (Multilevel Marketing)? Is it okay to hire a family member? What marketing lessons can we learn from LuLarich? What marked the downfall of LuLaRoe? Guest Bio: Betsy is a NY-based designer, owner of Affordable Interior Design, and has been featured on DIY Network, NBC's "Today Show", HGTV, Lifetime, and more. She is the author of the best-selling book, Affordable Interior Design. Connect with Betsy: Podcast: Affordable Interior Design Website: https://www.betsyhelmuth.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AffIntDesign/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/affordableinteriordesign/ Connect with Libby: Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss YouTube: Dietitian Boss Are you ready to get support? Team Dietitian Boss offers support to help you start, grow and scale your private practice. Book a call to learn more about what options we offer to help you based on your stage of business. Want to learn how to create passive income? Download our free 5 steps guide here. Download our free guide Freebie 1st hire. Download our free guide Start your private practice. Download our free guide Quit your clinical job. Want to hear client success stories? Review here.

In this episode, Libby Rothschild and Betsy Helmuth talk about LuLaRich, a short docuseries on Amazon Prime about the company LuLaRoe known for their buttery soft leggings and their perspective about this show.   What you'll learn from this episode: Lessons learned from LuLaRich What is MLMs (Multilevel Marketing)? Is it okay to hire a family member? What marketing lessons can we learn from LuLarich?  What marked the downfall of LuLaRoe?   Guest Bio: Betsy is a NY-based designer, owner of Affordable Interior Design, and has been featured on DIY Network, NBC's "Today Show", HGTV, Lifetime, and more. She is the author of the best-selling book, Affordable Interior Design.   Connect with Betsy: Podcast: Affordable Interior Design Website: https://www.betsyhelmuth.com/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/AffIntDesign/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/affordableinteriordesign/   Connect with Libby: Instagram: @libbyrothschild  Are you ready to start your journey? Book a call to learn more about the Dietitian Boss Group Coaching program

Change is in the air… I redecorated the storefront for Fall, and I got to buy some fun new things due to the flood damage.  This month we are also rebranding as Uploft Interior Design!  Don't worry, the podcast will stay as Affordable Interior Design - but it's by Uploft.  I'm really excited about the change, and it's going to allow us to expand and grow.  My life in general is a bit in flux right now, and I'm learning to enjoy the literal and metaphorical changes in seasons.   This episode, I answer questions about... [5:14] The best decor and furniture arrangement for a rectangular space (Stacey) [19:03] Treatment for a small window (Ranae) [24:12] Choosing drapery colors and patterns (Cara) To see the accompanying pictures, make sure you head over to affordableinteriordesign.com/links and check out the YouTube channel or our social media pages.   Links: Website: https://www.betsyhelmuth.com Book: https://www.betsyhelmuth.com/my-book   Become a Premium Member: https://www.affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast   Submit Your Questions: https://www.affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/affordableinteriordesign   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AffIntDesign

I'm in a celebratory mood!  September holds a lot of meaning here at Affordable Interior Design.  It's back to school time, and it's also my anniversary.  I celebrated my personal anniversary with my husband of 11 years, and our anniversary happens to be September 11th.  So as a New Yorker, this date has extra meaning.  It was 9/11 that spurred me to become an interior designer. I also celebrated my business anniversary - it's my 16th anniversary of being in business.  I still can't have a big celebration due to the pandemic, so I'm celebrating in a small way.  It's me, my dog, and the podcast listeners.  It's really easy to miss the wins because you're so busy with the to-do list, so thank you for indulging me as I celebrate this win. I also want to celebrate that I get to help you guys by answering your questions. Please send me your questions at affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast .  I'm always excited to help you! This episode, I answer a question about... [14:31] To paint the ceiling, or not to paint the ceiling (Griffin) To see the accompanying pictures, make sure you head over to affordableinteriordesign.com/links and check out the YouTube channel or our social media pages.   Links: Website: https://www.betsyhelmuth.com Book: https://www.betsyhelmuth.com/my-book Become a Premium Member: https://www.affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast Submit Your Questions: https://www.affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/affordableinteriordesign Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AffIntDesign

Annie Sloan, the creator of Chalk Paint®, shares her story plus experts on their favorite budget-friendly paint projects. This week on HGTV Obsessed, it's all about paint! The iconic Annie Sloan chats with host Marianne Canada all about why she invented Chalk Paint® over thirty years ago and how it has become a mainstay in the home improvement space that is often imitated, but never duplicated. Annie talks about the inspiration behind her paint colors and all of the different ways her paint can be used. She shares her key to staying inspired and playful in her everyday life and how to make the time for creative pursuits at any age. Kristin Luna, founder of the non-profit Do More Art, joins the podcast to talk about how paint can transform and uplift communities and how you can campaign for an art mural in your own city or neighborhood. Host of the Affordable Interior Design podcast, Betsy Helmuth, shares her favorite, budget-friendly ways to use paint to update a space and the paint color she's in love with at the moment. She also shares the proper way to sample paint in a space and solve your paint paralysis.    Start your free trial of discovery+: https://www.discoveryplus.com/hgtvobsessed     Connect with the podcast: https://www.hgtv.com/shows/hgtv-obsessed-podcast Follow HGTV on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hgtv/  Follow Annie Sloan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anniesloanstagram/ Learn More About Chalk Paint: https://www.anniesloan.com/products/chalk-paint/ Follow Kristin Luna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lunaticatlarge/ Follow Do More Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muralseverywhere/  Follow Affordable Interior Design on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/affordableinteriordesign/ Listen to Affordable Interior Design Podcast: https://www.affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Maria opened the show by drinking a delicious Sauvignon Blanc wine sponsored by Trinchero Family Estates https://www.tfewines.comMaria enjoyed the Napa Valley Pomelo Sauvignon Blanc wine which can be found here: https://www.tfewines.com/our-brands/pomelo/ Maria voted DRINK It! She paired it with Italian Truffle cheese from Trader Joes. Yum! Maria recommends to everyone listening to treat themselves to some wine and cheese. Maria gave a shoutout to Betsey Helmuth and the podcast Affordable Interior Design which can be listened to here: https://www.affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's episode, Libby Rothschild interviews Betsy Helmuth. Betsy is the owner of Affordable Interior Design and is a nationally celebrated interior designer. She's appeared on the Today Show, HGTV, DIY Network, CBS, NBC, and in dozens of magazines and newspapers. She penned the popular DIY design book, "Big Design, Small Budget: Create a Glamorous Home in Nine Thrifty Steps" and "Affordable Interior Design, High-End Tips For Any Budget." Betsy hosts a weekly podcast on iTunes called "Affordable Interior Design." “We can rise together and we don't have to feel alone.” - Betsy Helmuth In today's episode… Work-life balance as a woman Entrepreneurship Controlling your destiny and setting boundaries Guest Resources: Connect with Betsy on Instagram: @affordableinteriordesign Connect with Libby: Instagram: @libbyrothschild | @dietitianboss YouTube: Dietitian Boss Are you ready to get support? Team Dietitian Boss offers support to help you start, grow and scale your private practice. Book a call to learn more about what options we offer to help you based on your stage of business. Want to learn how to create passive income? Download our free 5 steps guide here. Download our free guide Freebie 1st hire. Download our free guide Start your private practice. Download our free guide Quit your clinical job. Want to hear client success stories? Review here.

In today’s episode, Libby Rothschild interviews Betsy Helmuth. Betsy is the owner of Affordable Interior Design and is a nationally celebrated interior designer. She's appeared on the Today Show, HGTV, DIY Network, CBS, NBC, and in dozens of magazines and newspapers. She penned the popular DIY design book, "Big Design, Small Budget: Create a Glamorous Home in Nine Thrifty Steps" and "Affordable Interior Design, High-End Tips For Any Budget." Betsy hosts a weekly podcast on iTunes called "Affordable Interior Design."  “We can rise together and we don't have to feel alone.” - Betsy Helmuth In today’s episode… Work-life balance as a woman  Entrepreneurship  Controlling your destiny and setting boundaries Guest Resources: Connect with Betsy on Instagram: @affordableinteriordesign Free Resources from Libby Are you ready to start your journey? Book a call to learn more about the Dietitian Boss Group Coaching program!

How do you broaden your influence? How do you get exposure with local and national media? Where do you start? Betsy Helmuth joins this episode of the Wingnut Social podcast to share exactly how she broadened her reach—and how you can too. If you’re ready to 10x your influence, this is the episode for you.  Betsy is the owner of Affordable Interior Design and a nationally celebrated interior designer. She can transform modest spaces into beautiful environments—on a budget. She’s appeared on The Today Show, HGTV, DIY Network, CBS, NBC and in dozens of magazines and newspapers. She heads up AID academy and wrote the book Affordable Interior Design. She also hosts an interior decorating podcast.  What You’ll Hear On This Episode of Wingnut Social [2:53] All about Betsy Helmuth [4:06] Instagram Guides are here! [7:48] How to be a fresh slice o’ pie [14:10] Press and media give you credibility [15:49] Printed papers are still viable promotion [19:22] What are the ingredients of the pie?  [23:12] Betsy’s books impact on her business [29:46] Betsy’s advice to the camera-shy [33:39] The What Up Wingnut! Round [36:17] How to connect with Betsy Helmuth [40:00] Blooper Reel! Connect with Betsy Helmuth Affordable Interior Design Affordable Interior Design Podcast The AID academy Betsy’s website Connect on LinkedIn Follow on Instagram Resources & People Mentioned Episode 194: How to Rewire your Mindset Episode 153: Instagram Guides Episode 191: Can Writing a Book Catapult Your Career? BOOK: The Pumpkin Plan by Mike Michalowicz 60 Days In Be a fresh slice o’ pie Betsy has been on TV—almost from day one. She loves all things TV. It’s the language she speaks. If you want to get on tv, it helps to be in a place where there’s a ton of media. But if you’re in smaller towns, the bonus is that there’s less competition. News and media outlets constantly need content. They’re looking for stories. But most people approach them the wrong way. Betsy emphasizes that you need to come to them with “A fresh slice of lemon pie.” When you bite into it, it needs to be refreshing and delicious yet creamy and decadent. You need to give the media something timely and fresh and you can’t make them do the work. You can easily get to anyone’s mailbox through a Google search. Show up in that mailbox with a baked pie. How do you do that?  What are the ingredients of the pie?  Here are a few tips to craft a pitch that your local media will want to gobble up:  Become familiar with the outlet. They want to know you understand them. Speak to them the way they speak to others. What’s their vibe? What words do they use? Speak their language.  Do they love transformations? Doing craft projects on air? Pitch them something they haven't done before. Give them something fresh.  Who are you? What resonates with your brand? What are you an authority on?  Betsy cautions that you have to be prepared to spend hours on this and never get a response. Be prepared to pitch repeatedly. Be prepared to get the door slammed in your face many times. But when you finally hit it, it gives you legitimacy in your client’s eyes for years to come. How do you reach out? What do you say? Listen for all of Betsy’s tips! Did Betsy’s book 10x her influence? Betsy cannot stress this enough: Don’t write a book hoping to make money. If you do make money, you are one of the rare few. She sees her book as the shiny version of a business card. It helps people get to know you. It lends credibility to your expertise in the space. Think of it as a key that can open some doors. It can introduce you in a new way. But now that self-publishing is so popular, writing a book isn’t so special anymore.  She points out that there are so many other ways to be relevant—like hosting a podcast. You can start a podcast covering your core ten principles and you still get visibility. According to Betsy, you should “Choose what comes organically to you. I love to write and I love to present. Those things are things that fill me up whether or not I make money, whether or not they get me anywhere.”  Give something fresh that’s you. Do you have anything new or innovative to share in the space? She states that life is too freaking short. Don’t do what other people say legitimizes you. Do what feels valuable to you and the people you want to reach. Are you still achieving what you want to achieve? Don’t run anyone else’s race. Betsy notes “The time and energy that it takes to make something good is not worth it if it’s not authentic.” Connect With Darla & Wingnut Social www.WingnutSocial.com On Facebook On Twitter: @WingnutSocial On Instagram: @WingnutSocial Darla’s Interior Design Website Check out the Wingnut Social Media Lab Facebook Group! 1-877-WINGNUT (connect with us for your social media marketing needs) Subscribe to The Wingnut Social Podcast on iTunes, Google Podcasts, or TuneIn Audio Production and Show notes byPODCAST FAST TRACKhttps://www.podcastfasttrack.com

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People automatically assume that having a beautiful home is impossible on a budget. We are here to tell you that not only is it possible, it is not as hard as you think! With a few mindset shifts and some creativity, you can have the home you always wanted. If you are a new listener to Colorful Conversations, we would love to hear from you. You can find us 24/7 on Instagram @tasha.kaleidoscope and on Facebook at Kaleidoscope Living. You can also check out our YouTube channel. As a thank you for listening, we have an awesome FREE guide called “5 Easy Steps to Design A Room You Love.” Text “DESIGNTIPS” to 44222 and you will get the guide in your inbox!In this episode:0:37 - Today, we’re talking about affordable interior design (and if it’s even possible), but first, what’s happening on the home front? Joe and Tasha are tackling yard work in the crazy North Carolina heat - mowing the lawn, putting pine straw out, and having some sprinkler fun with the kids! Remember to check out Rachio, the smart wifi sprinkler system that Joe and Tasha use. 5:00 - Sidebar: Game of Thrones is over! Joe may have fallen asleep during the episode… What did you think of the ending? 6:33 - Back to business - it’s Joe and Tasha’s 17th wedding anniversary this week! That means we definitely have to play How-Well-Do-Tasha-and-Joe-Know-Each-Other (a.k.a. the “oldywed” game, according to Thea). This week’s question is what is the other person’s favorite thing to splurge on? Joe guesses that Tasha’s favorite splurge is on their vacations, while Tasha thinks Joe’s (rare) splurges may be more practical, like a new trash can or a couple more dollars in the retirement account. 11:52 - You know that this is no ordinary podcast. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @tasha.kaleidoscope where we announce our upcoming topics and you can submit your questions for us to answer. We also love reading your feedback on iTunes, so leave us a review! If we pick your question or review from social media to feature on the podcast, we’ll send you a free gift!12:21 - One of the things that Tasha hears most often is “I just don’t have the money to decorate my house.” But there are some great, affordable, and fun ways to decorate your home! Affordable interior design is 100% possible with some creative ideas. Some of the “roadside rescue” furniture pieces are Tasha and Joe’s favorites in their home. 18:25 - It’s tough love time. If you don’t love your home and you’re blaming it on a lack of budget, you may not be trying hard enough! Re-evaluate where you’re spending your money, see where you can save some pennies, and make conscious choices if you’re serious about making decorating a priority. 21:57 - Let’s take a quick break to hear from our sponsor! Today’s episode is brought to you by Designer In A Binder, a comprehensive, step-by-step workbook and e-book that teaches you how to design spaces with the intention to create a home that you love! The physical copy of Designer In A Binder includes a custom three-ring binder, custom tabbed pages and worksheets to design six different spaces in your house. To purchase Designer in a Binder, visit www.designerinabinder.com. 24:10 - It’s tip time! Tasha and Joe share their favorite, practical tips for affordable home decor and interior design. Joe’s first tip is a great one for listeners who love a $0 price tag; it’s to declutter and clean up your house! You can clean and freshen your home, simplify your possessions, and even sell what you no longer need or want! 26:37 - Tip #2 is you can do it yourself, which is literally how Joe and Tasha’s home reno adventures got started! Joe’s frugality paired with Tasha’s design desires pushed them to start DIY-ing to achieve a beautiful space on a thrifty budget. The internet and websites like Pinterest are great for finding DIY projects, but there are so many basic DIY projects to try out (like painting) if you’re just getting started.29:27 - Tasha and Joe have done a lot of the legwork already. Check out the links below for more insight and research on paint, find inventive ways to fill up empty wall space, and work your way up to bigger projects like the DIY Plank Wall!31:04 - Tip #3: Customize things yourself! Many of the things we see and covet on Pinterest and Instagram are custom items with hefty price tags. While custom home decor can be a worthwhile investment, it doesn’t mean you can’t get a custom look on a budget too. IKEA hacks were invented just for this - check out 10 of our favorite IKEA hacks, and then go see 10 more amazing custom hack ideas!35:00 - Tip #4 is all about creating a focal point (yes, on a budget!) A focal point really helps to ground a room and make it more inviting. Most people think of art pieces being a focal point (which can be pricey), but let us introduce you to the magic of digital art prints. Etsy.com is a great place to find affordable and unique digital artwork that you can download and get printed at an office supply store, or Tasha’s go-to website, printful.com. Don’t want to spend money on frames? Try hanging with some chic gold binder clips or fun washi tape!39:12 - Looking for some digital art to get started? Kaleidoscope Living email subscribers get free access to Tasha’s library of downloadable prints! Text “ARTLIBRARY” to 44222 and we’ll email you the link and password to access the free print library. 41:04 - The main takeaway? You can have a beautiful house on any budget! Use our tips to help you get started on creating a space that is uniquely yours. Join the ConversationOur favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our social media and in our comments section. You can find us 24/7 on Instagram @tasha.kaleidoscope and on Facebook at Kaleidoscope Living. You can also check out our YouTube channel.Get Social With Us…Instagram @tasha.kaleidoscopeFacebook Kaleidoscope LivingYoutube Tasha-Kaleidoscope LivingAs Mentioned In This Episode...Dresser Restoration (Avery’s dresser)Modern Plank WallDIY Art Frames Hanging from PipeHow to Paint Kitchen Cabinets Without Sanding or PrimingDIY Painted and Stenciled Floors (kitchen)Painted Vinyl Floors (laundry room)DIY Painted Tile Backsplash (kitchen)DIY Semi-Handmade Curtains (Attley’s curtains)Painted Laminate FurnitureIKEA Hack Posts:10 More Amazing IKEA Hacks that will blow your mind!15 Ways to Customize Your IKEA BookshelvesIkea Billy Bookcase Hack For Loads of Storage and Style15+ IKEA Ideas That Will Blow Your MindIkea Lack Hack – A high-end look on a dime! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hiring an interior designer can be a tricky sell for many homeowners and renters. For many people, interior design feels like it's way outside of their budget. The lack of affordable interior design was a gap in the market that today's guest, Betsy Helmuth, saw and realized she was meant to fill. Betsy Helmuth is the owner of Affordable Interior Design and a nationally celebrated interior designer. She wrote a popular DIY design book, “Big Design, Small Budget: Create a Glamorous Home in Nine Thrifty Steps”, and hosts a weekly home decorating podcast by the same name. Betsy and I talk about the structure of the interior design industry and why Betsy wanted to offer a more affordable design service so that clients of any budget could afford to hire a designer. She also shares her tips for budgeting, creating a high-end look with wallet-friendly pieces, and some of the common design mistakes she sees homeowners (and even fellow designers!) make when designing a home. Betsy is incredibly generous with her advice in this episode – don't miss out! You can find complete show notes and more information at https://www.staged4more.com/podcast 

Betsy shines the light on Affordable Interior Design's own Bita Salehi!

Betsy talks to one of Affordable Interior Design's designers, Ashley Craumer!

Visit EOFire.com for complete show notes of every Podcast episode. Betsy owns and operates Affordable Interior Design in NYC. She has worked on projects for HGTV, DIY Network, Food Network, CBS, NBC, and Chase Bank. Her hardcover design book Big Design, Small Budget was recently published by Skyhorse Publishing. She has a weekly podcast of the same name.

This week we’ll learn some interior design basics, especially as it pertains to new and remodeled homes. You’ll hear my conversation with Betsy Helmuth, owner of Affordable Interior Design and host of her own interior design podcast called Big Design, Small Budget. It’s one of my new favorites. I just love it and here’s why: In the same way this podcast simplifies and demystifies homebuilding concepts, Betsy, on Big Design Small Budget, simplifies and demystifies interior design. So, to go along with BYHYU’S tips and tricks for building your dream house, Betsy gives strategies for decorating your dream house.   Today you’ll hear Betsy's expert opinion on what to do and where to start when designing rooms from scratch. She will tell us what fixtures and finishes should stay consistent throughout the whole house, and when it’s ok to add in different color palettes and styles. We’ll also hear why Betsy says that investment furniture and all-neutral rooms are no-nos. Shownotes at BYHYU.com

After college Betsy Helmuth packed up her bags and “angry cat” to pursue a career in painting and acting in the Big Apple. Later she would discover that her true calling was interior design on a budget. Her mission is simple, to change lives through the dynamic of a household, and she does just that with her business, Affordable Interior Design.    In this episode, we discuss: Origin story What her days look like What makes a great client Ins and outs of interior design    You can download this episode and subscribe on iTunes.

Betsy shares her answers to listener questions about tubs, windows, and news about Affordable Interior Design!

Betsy Helmuth: Affordable Interior Designer On this episode of The Louge, fellow podcaster and interior designer, Betsy Helmuth joins us to talk about Affordable Interior Design and how to design your own home on a budget, at your leisure. Her podcast, Big Design, Small Budget runs every Tuesday and is available on iTunes where she spills inside tips on design and how to do it yourself. Getting to Know Betsy Betsy waits all week for her Saturday night tradition of going to Outback Steakhouse with her family and ordering a martini. She recently became a suburban mom, moving her life to from NY City, where her business began, to Westchester. Her business has expanded from Manhatten to the suburbs and now, across the globe online. Inside Affordable Interior Design Besty's company only consists of 5 designers and 2 handymen yet they get 8-15 new clients every week, and design 500-700 spaces a year! They've worked with everyone from hoarders to billionaires. What makes Affordable Interior Design, affordable, is offering flat rate plans that tell clients exactly what to do and buy, so they can execute it on their own time and at their own rate. The whole process only takes 6 hours! 2 hours are spent meeting in person or online, 2-3 hours are reserved for the designers to 'shop' online and build a mood board, and the last hour is to meet back up on the phone to look at and tweak items. All that is left is for the client to execute the vision! Now they can budget accordingly. 90% of Betsy's business consists of this plan that clients implement on their own, but they do offer packages where the designers do everything as well, it's just more expensive as you have to pay for their time. Marketing Betsy never spent a lot of time on advertising, if any at all, as her name advertised for itself. If anyone googles "affordable interior design," her website pops up. Which, is exactly what the user is looking for. Then her reviews, referrals, history, and designers' degrees and high-end experience leads people to stick around and use the service. Recently though, for the last 3 months and for the first time in 10 years she has started marketing and hired people to help. As the company grows and more designers are added to the team, she wants to make sure clientele is still growing also. Betsy has an impressive repertoire of PR but has never paid for any of it. Each exposure has its own story and some were as simple as a Google search. Find her on the Today Show, the Wall Street Journal, LifeTime, NBC, CNN, USA Today HGTV, the DIY Network and more here. Betsy shares with us that TV exposure doesn't really translate to clientele at the time, but instead, after the fact it gives credibility and interest. A lot of marketing is about good photography and Nick tells us his secret hack on how to get high-quality pictures for cheap. Inside The Podcast: Big Design, Small Budget Betsy's had her podcast now for a year and a half now. She believes that knowing how to design is a right, not a gift. You shouldn't have to hire someone. The principals of design can easily be learned by anyone, you don't need a magic eye. Betsy is passionate about giving away her design secrets and imparting everything she knows on others. You have to live in your home, so you should be comfortable doing so. Betsy also tells us how she got started in the podcast world and how it has helped reach and boost her online platform which includes design classes, design packages, and her book. Of everything, Betsy loves that the items she chooses can really make a difference in people lives. She tells us that she truly believes furniture can change people's lives. Contact her at betsy@affordableinteriordesign.com and learn more on her website www.affordableinteriordesign.com  

Besides Betsy, the designer who has been with Affordable Interior Design longest is Kelsey Surock. After 5+ years with the company and 500+ clients, she is sharing her design wisdom and revealing some big news.

In this episode, we hear stories and lessons from two entrepreneurs who had to reinvent their companies in order to survive. This episode features: Debbie Marriott Harrison, Global Officer, Marriott Culture and Business Council Betsy Helmuth, Founder, Affordable Interior Design Ray Wayman, Founder, JR Boutique. For tools and information about how to start or grow a business on eBay, visit ebay.com/openforbusiness. Thanks so much to CEO and Cofounder of Homepolish, Noa Santos. Thanks also to Kim Shanahan, founder of Book Bouquet and to Paulina Grzechnik, designer at Affordable Interior Design. Read more about the ‘hidden competition curve’ here and the concept of the ‘USP’ here. Sponsors: This episode is brought to you by BigCommerce— get a free, three-month premium store subscription by visiting bigcommerce.com/openforbusiness This episode is also brought to you by ShipStation. Try it free for 30 days and get an additional month free by visiting visit ShipStation.com, clicking on the microphone at the top of the homepage and typing in “ebay”. 

Our guest today is Betsy Helmuth, owner and operator of Affordable Interior Design. She has designed over 1500 spaces including apartments in Argentina, a McDonalds in Brooklyn, and a mansion in India. Betsy started out by working for free for Queer Eye for the Straight Guy’s Thom Filicia, while making a living as a bartender. This led to her becoming interested in having her own firm. She reached out to Thom because it was something she wanted to do, but he came back to her and said he needed her help. Sometimes when you see people on big platforms you think they’ve made it in different ways.  If anything, they are probably looking to grow and it’s a really good time to reach out.   Once she got clarity, Betsy’s business grew from an idea to the six-figure mark in a couple of years. Betsy didn’t know anything about SEO when she started blogging but she just kept writing all the time. She would sit down at the beginning of the month and line them all up. She would come up with ideas for different days of the week. She would put a picture up and a couple sentences of what she thought about it. If you’re going to do something, if you are going to maintain that consistency, then you have to get really passionate about it.   Nurture your tribe. Put a lot of information out there but when you nurture your prospects and the people they become your tribe. When you hire someone they are living your brand and you have such a specific trade, how did you manage the process? I evaluated the way I work.  I have a very specific method for how I work.  It’s the same for every client that I have ever seen.  I do and say the same thing to each client.  So, I teach that to my designers.  Even though all my interior designers have all been to interior design school, unlike me.  Even though they have all worked as paid designers in the field, unlike me.  I also make them train for a month in my method.  So when you get an Affordable Interior Design designer, they are going to do all the steps that I do so that I know that every client is getting the exact same experience.  So, I had to distill this unpredictable design method into a very formulaic.  Which is how I like to work.  Freedom with in a form.  So I have a formula that I do every time and it works every time. You can find Betsy Helmuth at: Website: www.affordableinteriordesign.com Podcast: www.bigdesignsmallbudget.com   Facebook: Affordable Interior Design.

Betsy owns and operates Affordable Interior Design in NYC. She has worked on projects for HGTV, DIY Network, Food Network, CBS, NBC, and Chase Bank. Her hardcover design book, Big Design, Small Budget was recently published by Skyhorse Publishing. She has a weekly podcast of the same name.

Betsy Helmuth (@BetsyHelmuth) is an interior designer & decorator in New York City. Her company, Affordable Interior Design, offers, well, affordable interior design. Over the years, she's designed rooms in over 1,000 apartments, as well as many offices and home offices. In this conversation, we discuss some simple steps that we creative pros can take to improve our workspaces — both while renting an office and in fixing up our home office. We cover lighting, colour, shelving, storage, and other little "hacks" for setting up shop and enjoying a happy, productive, creative work-day. Show Notes & Links Betsy is the founder of Affordable Interior Design She believes you can "maximise your productivity and creativity by changing the atmosphere in which you work" When looking for an office, look for the basics — location, space, costs Also look for a building with similar businesses for future collaboration Many companies overlook their interior office design — they look good online, but it doesn't translate to the real world Barbara Corcoran says to "overextend yourself" in terms of rent. It creates hustle. "If you build it, they will come." Betsy applies this to empty desks in your office. "It's more expensive to move than to pay a little bit more each month." —Betsy Helmuth Tweet This "A rented space needs to have some home-office flavor." —Betsy Helmuth Tweet This Noisli.com, plays focus-enhancing background noise Prescott and Betsy both have home offices, as do many people in creative businesses. Many couples will keep their second bedroom and turn it into a nursery/office. Bad to mix those two. Glass desks are terrible, because of their clinking noise for a start kabelsalat, the German word for "cable salad" aka the mess of tangled cords & cables Bamboo and Plywood desks Matt Cremona, a woodworker and furniture maker, appeared on The Busy Creator Podcast, ep. 61 Task Lighting Studies show you shouldn't have too much white (and blue) light into the evening hours. Betsy's husband, Jack, is a comedy writer. Their office is "fun." Ernst & Young, accounts, probably not a fun office. West Elm CableOrganizer.com Betsy Helmuth on Twitter Betsy Helmuth on Facebook Affordable Interior Design on Twitter Affordable Interior Design on Facebook Affordable Interior Design on Instagram Affordable Interior Design on Pinterest Big Design Small Budget podcast on iTunes Tools Plug-in dimmer switch on Amazon Incandescent lightbulbs Prescott's desk, a ThermoDesk Elite sit/stand motorised adjustable desk Betsy's [dream] desk, a Steelcase Tanker desk (with legs) Philips Hue Bulbs (and iPhone app) Cable Raceways and Channels Techniques Get an office near the bathroom so people pass by Put your logo on the door and welcome visitors Add colour, design your space Design your office for the people who use it "350 days per year" Try to arrange a good view in your work area Match your dog bed to your logo — simple colour matching goes a long way Turn off your overhead lights and use hanging pendant lights Sub-lease empty desks in your office to other creatives and independent pros Choose an office that's close to your home — otherwise you'll just want to work from home. Arrange your bedroom work area so you're not facing the desk directly from bed Keep things tidy to avoid extra stress on your mind Reduce glare using diffuse window treatments To get true colour, go outside with your paint swatches. To see how it looks in a room, paint a portion of the wall. Avoid light blue or sage green for an office, they're too relaxing. Use pops of yellow or orange, they're stimulating and energizing. Habits Wear headphones even if you're not listening to anything. That trains co-workers not to interrupt. Keep one desk photo or screensaver of your family/pets TRY AUDIBLE.COM FREE FOR 30-DAYS Visit BusyCreatorBook.com for your free trial GET THE EPISODE Download The Busy Creator Podcast, episode 69 (MP3, 30:54, 15.0 MB) Download The Busy Creator Podcast, episode 69 (OGG, 30:54, 15.4 MB) SUBSCRIBE TO GET NEW EPISODES   Subscribe to The Busy Creator Podcast on iTunes or on Android

Betsy Helmuth (@BetsyHelmuth) is an interior designer & decorator in New York City. Her company, Affordable Interior Design, offers exactly what is says on the tin. Over the years, she's designed rooms in over 1,000 apartments, allowing her to create a systematic approach to working with busy clients. Betsy's latest book, Big Design, Small Budget, is available Dec. 11, 2014. Pre-order a copy and give it this holiday season to the interior design geek in your life. Big Design, Small Budget by Betsy Helmuth Our conversation centers on the eccentricities of New York City apartments — and apartment-dwellers — as well as the systems Betsy has used to build a thriving business.   Show Notes & Links Betsy is the first Busy Creator representative for the Interior Design industry. People who shop at Ikea and Target are Betsy's key customers New Yorkers feel a lot of anxiety about their space, and their storage (or lack thereof) New York City apartments can be “insultingly small” “Small is a relative term.” ← Click to Tweet Betsy has worked with over 1000 apartments; each year she works with 250 clients “It's a cookie-cutter plan, but within that there's a lot of individuality” ← Click to Tweet West Elm Betsy has developed a core 20 questions to determined how her clients live in their  “After 1000 apartments there's no judgement. I've seen it all.” ← Click to Tweet Client On-boarding/Discover Process Best business advice Betsy every received: “If the name of your business doesn't say exactly what you do, change it.” The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch Clients find Betsy by Googling “Affordable Interior Design” The Ikea Effect — If you built it yourself, you create an emotional investment “Never ever ever, ever, build your own Ikea (unless you're a professional)” ← Click to Tweet 80/20 rule applied to Ikea (80% crap, 20% gold) Japanese school of thought for actors who clean their own stage, it builds awareness of the world “Honor your space”, give it attention “Your space is like committing to a partner”  Multi-variable Differential Equation “not-yet-ness” “The limitations define ‘the box', and that's where the magic happens.” ← Click to Tweet Eames Chair with Ottoman Cable Management is key; get a “raceway” Prescott's new desk (forthcoming blog post) CableOrganizer.com Our previous podcast episode about Project Management software and collaboration Tools StarTech 2×2 Open Slot Wiring Raceway Cable channel Techniques Develop a core series of questions to ask your new clients Offer plans or packages so clients can choose based on their need  Build your room around an “inspiration item”, especially one with three or more colours Mix woods within colour families Get a storage unit if you need to hold on to something Utilise open-close storage, such as a desk with cabinets and drawers Staple cables to walls and furniture to keep them out of the way Re-evaluate your workflows around your growing and changing business Habits Locate outlets when you enter a room, especially in NYC Answer your own phone Work late hours, after the kids to go sleep Get to the coffee shops where you can get stuff done Turn the TV on (in the background) for creative flow Get The Episode Download The Busy Creator Podcast, episode 35(MP3, 47:31, 23 MB) Download The Busy Creator Podcast, episode 35(OGG, 47:31, 38.5 MB) Subscribe to The Busy Creator Podcast on iTunes Something to add? Leave a comment below to participate in the conversation.