Episodes
Valentine's Day is right around the corner, but the Kathleens have mixed feelings about the holiday. Ew to lingerie. Yes to SHEETS! Kathleen H shares the CUTEST Paper Source story about Kathleen M's hubby. Kathleen M ponders whether or not a fact she heard about hugs is backed by science. And of course, the ladies are chock full of cute DIY gift ideas that are budget-friendly, along with some home decor items that any design lover would be thrilled to get on Valentine's Day!
Published 02/02/23
It may feel like you need a Ph.D. to figure out what kind of area rug is best for your home, but fret not, the Kathleens have a degree and they're sharing their 'rugucation' with the world.
From hand-knotted, to hand-woven, to hooked, power loomed, and (that sneaky little devil) hand-tufted, Kathleen H is blowing the fibrous lid off the warp and the weft of how rugs are made. Plus, the Kathleens give some honest feedback about purchasing washable rugs. Stay tuned for the hotty hotty hot hot...
Published 01/24/23
The world is a crazy place, but your bedroom shouldn't be. We spend 30% of the week in our bedrooms! Isn't that crazy? The Kathleens share their favorite luxe bedroom must-haves and break down the 4 simple design rules to follow when creating a sleeping chamber worthy of a 5-star rating!
Published 01/18/23
Rugs. Everyone's got 'em, but how much do we really know about that soft (or perhaps not so soft) thing we walk on every day? Kathleen H is slightly obsessed with getting a good rug deal, so she is sharing her knowledge about what materials you should be on the lookout for when you are deciding what rug to put in your home. Welcome to the area rug rabbit hole! May it treat you with the respect we have for hand-knotted rugs.
Published 01/12/23
Listener Stacey emailed the Kathleens with a desperate plea: "Help! I hate my house! What can I do?" So the ladies are breaking down the (surprisingly) cheap and easy ways to design your home from semi-scratch to get a whole new look! Kathleen M decides she is going to paper mache a pendant light for her kitchen. Kathleen H admits that she can't stop thinking about block printing DIY projects. Most importantly: EVERYONE IS GIVING AWAY PIANOS!
Published 01/04/23
The Kathleens reminisce about their best DIY projects of the year and circle back to why some of their fails went topsy-turvy. Kitchens were fluffed. Walls were spruced. Kathleen Martin opens up about her emotional career change. Kathleen Heaney reveals why her hands were bloody when she dreamed up this podcast. Cheers to a fruitful 2023!
Published 12/28/22
If you've always been curious about wall stencils, you've come to the right place! Kathleen Martin is giving a step-by-step process on how to get a custom wallpaper look in your home for a fraction of the cost. Last year she stenciled her bathroom not once, but twice. The first time was a disaster, but the second round turned out beautifully! Buh-bye expensive wallpaper. Hello stenciling your walls with paint!
Published 12/20/22
The Kathleens are breaking down how to give your bathroom a refresh without any major renovations. Is it possible to feel like you have a new room without lifting a single hammer or paintbrush? Yes! Get all their insider tips on how to choose a shower curtain that looks high-end, learn about the creative new bathroom storage options out there, and discover the SHOCKING way Kathleen Martin cleans her toilet. SKS! (Save Kathleen's Soul!)
Published 12/13/22
Much like Texas, when it comes to rugs, your motto should be: Go BIG or go home (rug-less). One of the most common design mistakes people make is getting a rug that is way too small. Kathleen and Kathleen break down exactly what furniture belongs on the rug and off the rug for optimal room-enhancing illusions. Then, Kathleen Heaney goes through different rug scenarios to lay out all the different options that shoppers have. Small dining room? Got a rug for that! L-shaped bedroom? There’s a...
Published 12/06/22
Outdated kitchen cabinets got you feeling down? Let us help! When Kathleen Martin bought her fixer-upper, she knew a full kitchen renovation wasn't in the budget. Kathleen walks us through how she transformed her kitchen cabinets (dishwasher, refrigerator and pantries!) with Fusion Mineral Paint.
Published 11/30/22
Kathleen and Kathleen have been around the block a few thousand times when it comes to getting deals on the highest quality home decor items. With Black Friday quickly sneaking up on us, they are sharing their tips and hot takes on what's worth the money and what isn't. Colorful coffee makers? Check! Statement blankets? Double check! Get your credit cards out of the freezer... there's a sale on heated toilet seats to be had!
Published 11/23/22
Thanksgiving decor doesn’t have to be scary. Scary is for Halloween. Kick it to the curb! The Kathleens are sharing their quick and easy DIY Thanksgiving decor ideas. Hot tip: Look no further than your own backyard! Will Kathleen Heaney come out the other end of her DIY Thanksgiving calamity? Say some prayers for her glue gun.
Published 11/16/22
Kathleen Martin walks us through how she laid a peel-and-stick tile floor in her bathroom last year. After purchasing conventional tiles, she realized she needed a more temporary option instead. Is it extremely cute? Absolutely! Did her tiles stand the test of time? Listen to find out!
Published 11/09/22
Welcome to the debut episode of Kathleen Can Do It, a comedy DIY podcast celebrating the fun and fails of doing it yourself. Each week, Kathleen Heaney and Kathleen Martin tackle a new design topic to help you create the home of your dreams on any budget.
Published 11/08/22