How does the concept of value affect our spending decisions when it comes to our homes?  Being budget-conscious doesn't mean always going for the cheapest option. Instead, I believe in being realistic about what we can afford and understanding our own criteria for assigning value to things. Consider other factors like who made the item, how it was manufactured, and the materials used, when determining its worth. By prioritizing these factors, we can make more informed decisions that align...

If you're feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by the constant roadblocks and unexpected costs that come with renovating historic homes, then you are not alone! Despite your best efforts, your vision for preserving and restoring these architectural treasures may be hindered by permits and regulations, limited availability of authentic materials, and the complexities of integrating modern conveniences while maintaining historical integrity.  HOWEVER, you're also not alone in your passion and...

Have you ever heard these myths about collecting art? Myth 1: Collecting art is only for the wealthy elite. Myth 2: Buying art is complicated and requires extensive knowledge. Myth 3: You need to visit galleries and auctions to find quality art. In this episode, our guest Alex Farkas will debunk these myths and reveal the truth about how the online art platform UGallery can turn you into a confident and knowledgeable art collector. To learn all about this podcast and the Slow Style...

My guest today is psychologist-turned-interior-desiger, Anita Yokota. When she embarked on her career as a therapist and saw clients in their own homes, she began to comprehend the impact of their environments on their mental and emotional health. Her in-home visits exposed her to a variety of home environments, and she soon noticed a correlation between the state of a home and the emotional climate within it. This insight led her to help clients organize their living spaces, which in turn...

In this episode, I lay out the philosophy behind my Slow Style approach to decorating.  You'll get the big picture overview of why I think we need it, how it's different from how we're currently decorating and designing our homes, and what the benefits are to you when you use apply it!  If you want a quick rundown of Slow Style, this is a great place to start!  Click here to access the free "start here" mini series! The Style Matters podcast is now Slow Style Home! Click here for the latest...

The Slow Style Home podcast is is for you if you're tired of cookie-cutter decor but you don't know how to pull of a mix of styles, you want to know when to save and when to splurge, and if you care about the health of our planet and and getting off of the disposable decor hamster wheel.  On this show, you’ll learn about all of the various aspects of my Slow Style framework for creating a home you love, without breaking the bank or following the trends, no creative experience necessary. ...

The Style Matters podcast has evolved into the Slow Style Home podcast!  Listen in to see why and what to expect from the updated show.  Click here to access the free "start here" mini series! The Style Matters podcast is now Slow Style Home! Click here for the latest episode.

The Style Matters podcast has evolved into the Slow Style Home podcast!  Listen in for all of the reasons why and what to expect. And at the end of this episode, I share some very special shout outs from listeners, so be sure to check it out!   For more info on the Slow Style approach to creating a home you love, go to littleyellowcouch.com This episode was originally aired in 2019 and it's one of my all time favorite interviews!  Please leave a review of the podcast and let me know what you...

Listen here to find out what to expect on the Slow Style Home podcast.   For more info on the Slow Style approach to creating a home you love, go to littleyellowcouch.com This episode was originally aired in 2019 and it's one of my all time favorite interviews!  Please leave a review of the podcast and let me know what you like about it and what you want to hear more of when we come back from summer break! 

My guest this week is designer Heather Jorde, who also writes the blog, Restless Oasis.  We talk about design philosophy, moving houses, incorporating sentimental objects into your decor and how to personalize a cookie-cutter new build.  Click here to access the free "start here" mini series! The Style Matters podcast is now Slow Style Home! Click here for the latest episode.

I have a lot of fun talking with my guest this week, Jewel Marlowe.  I've been dying to get to know her because I could tell from her style that she's someone who would probably make me laugh.  And she does not disappoint!  Jewel is the blogger behind Jeweled Interiors and also works as an interior designer.  She is a master of the mix, meaning she can take three objects that look like they have nothing in common and figure out how to make them all work in the same space using the magic of...

My guest today is Danielle Postel-Vinay, author of "Home Sweet Maison: The French Art of Making a Home," which gives you a pretty good clue as to what we'll be talking about.  In Danielle's book, she encourages us to embrace the idea that our homes are our sanctuaries and a visual representation of who we are, which makes them very special places.  I'm so excited to share this conversation with you today!  (Replay from Feb 2020).  Click here to access the free "start here" mini series!

I am delighted to introduce you to the woman behind the rug and and linen brands Dash & Albert and Pinecone Hill.  Annie Selke is a true powerhouse of an entrepreneur and she’s also a lovely human being.  I remember when I first first encountered her Dash & Albert rugs, years ago, when I was poking around in specialty home decor shops in Maine.  I thought to myself, wow, those are not fun and colorful, I’ll be they will also stand the test of time.  And I was right!  Annie’s aesthetic...

Toma Clark Haines, otherwise known as the Antiques Diva, has literally built an empire.  Over a decade ago living in Paris she started helping other ex-pats furnish their homes from flea markets and brocantes all over the city.  The thrill of the hunt was her hobby and her passion and soon it became her business.  A global business because there are treasures to be unearthed in every corner of the world!  She has a wonderful sotry, and even better she’s a great story teller!  She’s so...

Kim Gordon is a designer, an artist and a business woman and best of all she’s incredibly talented when it comes to designing dream homes.  Not the kind of dream homes that are filled with luxury items, necessarily, but the kind of dream homes that really fulfill us in an emotional way, a creative way, and even a spiritual way.  Kim doesn’t shy away from the mystical, and get ready for that, because what I mean is that she connects your deepest desires with your intention for your home.  And...

Windy Chien is an artist with several past lives which means she's one of those people you can relate to because her path in life hasn't been a straight line.  She's done many things, tried many things, had ups and downs, all before landing where she is today.  And speaking of straight lines, her medium as an artist has everything to do with lines... and more specifically, with the knots she creates out of those lines.  Windy Chen has just come out with a book, The Year Of Knots, detailing...

I’m really excited to introduce you to a new book written by my guests, Jill Singer and Monica Khemsurov. It’s called "How To Live With Objects," and it’s a compilation of many things: their philosophy and approach to design; a primer that introduces us to history and context around specific objects and schools of design; and an inspirational coffee table book that showcases the homes of people who have really developed a very personal point of view, aesthetically. If you are passionate about...

It is my great privilege to introduce you to my guest today. Newell Turner is a bit of a legend when it comes to design and journalism. He’s responsible for the formation of the entire Hearst magazine editorial division, heading up three big shelter publications: Elle Decor, House Beautiful, and Veranda magazines. He’s just released a gorgeous new book called "Mexican: A Journey Through Design," which showcases not only his own photography but also his obvious love for his adopted country....

My guest today is Anjie Cho, designer and author of “Mindful Homes: Create Healing Living Spaces with Mindfulness and Feng Shui.” What makes Anjie and her book so helpful is that she explains the principles of this ancient Chinese approach to creating spaces in a way that we can use in our modern lives and contemporary homes. Even if you’re skeptical about alternative medicine (and Feng Shui is kind of like a diagnostic and curative plan for our homes), you’re going to get something out of...

This is such a delightful episode thanks to my guest, stylist Dee Campling. She’s just come out with a book called “Camper Heaven: Van Life on the Open Road.” And if you’re imagining hippies living in VW buses back in the 70s, you won’t believe how that lifestyle has evolved! Dee shares the many ways and reasons people are creating these homes on wheels, from decked-out ski chalet-style horse trailers to modest but beautiful, portable weekend vacation spots. But what’s so great is Dee’s...

My guest today is Sara Hillery, a designer in Richmond, VA. One of her great talents, in my opinion, is her ability to mix the qualities of elegance, something that’s been a hallmark of southern homes for decades, with a feeling of energy. In other words, she is able to combine youthfulness with wisdom and grace, as well as a maximalist’s penchant for detail with the sensibilities of minimalism. You’ll have to go to the show notes page on our website to really see what I’m talking about after...

We’ve had Ki Nassauer on the show before—a couple of times, actually—and that’s because she loves antiquing, thrifting, repurposing, and collecting anything vintage. And if you know me and my Slow Style approach to decorating our homes, you know that I think that every house and every room really needs to have at least one thing that’s from a different era than the one we’re living in. Ki has spent her career working in media all around filling our homes with antiques and is currently the...

My guest today is gallery owner and art advisor Liz Lidgett. She’s just as passionate as I am about getting more people to embrace their inner art collector. And we both think everyone has one of those inside us! But there are so many mental blocks to get over...what should I choose? Where can I find it? How much should I pay for it? How do you even conduct yourself in an art gallery? Liz has some great advice around all of these questions, starting with the most simple thing ever. Let’s hear...

What a wonderful conversation you’re about to hear with my guest, Kacie Cope. She’s a designer and now a shop owner in Pittsburgh with an obvious passion for home. And by “home” I mean the creation of experiences, not the walls themselves. We talk about how to afford buying things that are handmade, artisan designed, and well-crafted and how we can shift our thinking to uncover their actual value. And we also talk about the realities of budget constraints and taking our time with what we fill...

Hilton Carter is a very busy guy, he’s a stylist and matchmaker between plants, people, and their homes and he also owns a plant shop. He is constantly in the media as a plant expert and he’s just written his 4th book in as many years. If you’re new to plant care, go back and look through his other books. But if you’re ready to take your plants to the next level and really think of them as dynamic design elements, his latest book is for you. Today we talk about the impact your choice of pot...