Young House Love Has A Podcast

We've encountered a few frustrating setbacks with our beach duplex renovation, but thanks to a small technicality we were finally able to charge ahead and start demolition. Gotta love a loophole! So we're sharing our work-around, and the surprising thing that was discovered during demo. Plus, when it comes to buying things online without touching or seeing them in person first, we've become much more willing to go for it these days, so we're sharing our tips for minimizing your risk when shopping for home stuff online (including how to unlock even more reviews, and what items we haven't had the courage to buy online yet). Plus, we make the case for rethinking your shower curtain and the verdict on whether or not a weighted blanket can solve Sherry's sleep problems. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-83/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

If you've ever had dreams (or maybe nightmares?) of living in a tiny house, you're not alone. Lots of people have lots of different feelings about them. So we called up a couple who have lived in an 188 square foot space for over two years, and we asked them all of your burning questions to find out the rosy (and not so rosy) parts of tiny house living. And it was FASCINATING. Plus, we've hit a big sentimental milestone at home, and Sherry's finally jumping on the bandwagon of a certain decorating trend. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-82/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

The beach house has thrown us plenty of curveballs, but frozen pipes was not something we ever saw coming. This nailbiter had a (mostly) happy ending, except for one stupid move we made in the final moments. Plus, is expensive high-end paint really worth it, or are you better off sticking with the stuff at your local hardware store? The answer might surprise you. And find out how Sherry's battling back against the clutter of little accessories and why John's fighting off social media FOMO. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-81 for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

Making the decision to move is one of those big life-changing choices, and we learned the hard way that doing it under the wrong circumstances might not work out as well as it could for you in the long run. So this week we're sharing our own personal test for knowing when the time is right to move (hint: it has nothing to do with "when the market is hot"). Plus, we look at what's trending for kitchens in 2018 and we share why we upgraded our TV. And lastly, if you wanna know when you can come stay at our beach house, just tune in! Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-80/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

When a neighbor shared some historic documents about our 100 year old beach house, we were stunned to find a story from 1936 of jealousy and even murder. So this week we're sharing what we learned along with some other surprising facts about our old home's past. We're also helping a listener find some creative ways to maximize the storage she has AND uncover additional places to stash things ("I have too much storage space" said no one ever). Plus, we share a Christmas gift to help Sherry fight insomnia and a cheap accessory that's making John's special eyes even more special. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-79/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

Christmas often flies in the face of our efforts to cut down on clutter and simplify the stuff in our house, so this year we employed 4 tactics to minimize all the excess without sacrificing the merriment of Christmas morning. And it worked! Well mostly (there was one memorable fail). We also both take wildly different approaches to New Year's resolutions so we're sharing a few things we're resolving to do in 2018. Plus, our big duplex renovation has already hit a snag before we could even start, and why a bunch of naked people on TV are inspiring us to look at our possessions in a whole new way. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-78/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

The beach house feels like it's coming together in fast motion these days. After over a year of working on it, we can't believe it finally has working appliances, a kitchen island, even a functioning kitchen sink! But taking the freshly plumbed clawfoot tub for a spin didn't exactly work out the way Sherry thought it would. We also dive into advice for mixing and matching wood tones in a room for a look that's collected, not chaotic. Plus the autopilot Christmas decoration we're both loving this year and the triumphant return of everybody's favorite segment (consider it our Christmas gift to you). Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-77/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

You haven't heard a lot about the duplex that we bought three months ago. It might seem like not much is happening, but we're actually working on three things behind the scenes that are inching us closer to demo day! We also learn what really goes into creating a home magazine (the good, the bad, and the sweaty) from HGTV Magazine's Editor-in-Chief, Sara Peterson. Plus, some simple ways we're automating our home on the cheap (without the use of any more smart home devices) and how to make your candles burn longer and stronger. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-76/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

As much as we love the holidays, all the "stuff" that goes along with it (gifts, decor, things piling up on every surface) can get overwhelming. So this week we're sharing how we're approaching things differently in an effort to maintain the joy of the season. And one of the most common questions we get is "who do I figure out my style?" so we're spelling out exactly how we do that when we're feeling torn, which actually happens more than you might think. Plus, Sherry revisits a controversial opinion that she passionately shared last week and John declares war on his screen time. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-75/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

People always ask if we ever argue, especially with all the house projects we tackle together. Well, the short answer is yes. And the speed bumps we hit while installing our beach house kitchen are a perfect example of what can spark a spat. So we're sharing what we fought about, how we solved it, and who was right all along. We're also dispelling a myth about a commonly espoused "real estate deal killer" that might not be as scary or expensive as you think! Plus, our take on the new "it" room to have in your house and our trick for getting holiday cards done faster. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-74/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

Young House Love turned 10 years old this fall (!!!) so we're looking back at our last decade of renovating houses, building a business, and making plenty of mistakes along the way - all while on a public stage called the world wide web. You'll hear how both in decorating and in business there were some pivotal moments that led us to where we are today - literally without them, we wouldn't be here - and they didn't all feel great at the time. In fact, some of them felt downright terrible. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-73/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

What we thought would be an easy swap of an old sectional for a new sofa has turned our living room on its head. So this week we're sharing how we're rethinking the layout and reinventing the space to work a little harder. We're also sharing countertop pros & cons, since we've lived with 3 different kitchens with 3 different counter choices. So you can hear our regrets to hopefully avoid making the same mistakes. Plus, we run into some hiccups in our meal kit delivery experiment that may have us falling out of love with them for good. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-72/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

Keeping your kids safe at home is hugely important and creating a house that looks nice but is also livable (and not too precious) is basically the holy grail. So this week we're sharing specific tricks and tips for how we childproofed our house without running down the safety aisle and buying every last foam pad and cabinet lock. We also finally got to meet Vern Yip in person, and he taught us a lot (like our favorite new term for choosing the right lighting) and made us laugh so hard (the hotel trick for stretching his Trading Spaces budget is the stuff of legends). We also talk about juggling the task of furnishing the beach house quickly, while attempting to layer in stuff that's meaningful and not just convenient. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

Our week was sent into a tailspin when we got a last-minute invitation to appear on The Rachael Ray Show, and within 24 hours we were on a plane to New York so we could DIY in front of a live studio audience the very next morning. As you can imagine, we have some pretty hilarious stories from behind the scenes (it turns out Rachael Ray was NOT trying to hug Sherry) and the whole adventure was bookended by two other big beach house milestones: moving furniture in and spending our first night there! So we're sharing how that went - and what woke us up at 6am - plus we're learning the hardest pieces of IKEA furniture to assemble (who knew?! WE DID!). We also dive into our favorite blog for getting into the Halloween spirit, and we share what store is actually making some pretty great mass produced art these days. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-70/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

This week John is laying out why he thinks the end of HGTV's Fixer Upper might actually bring some good things, and Sherry's revealing the secret screw-up that almost ruined our beach house floors. Plus If you've ever dreamed about buying a second property or wading into the real estate investing waters, we're getting pro tips from real estate expert Dana Bull. She's breaking down a less risky way to buy your first rental, explaining why being a landlord isn't as scary as it sounds, and sharing tricks for renovating wisely. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-69/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

This week we're giving a listener whose house flooded after Hurricane Harvey some advice on finding the right people to help get her kitchen back together again after the storm. We also share why we're loving a new "smart" platform for buying and selling secondhand stuff. And we're sharing a series of recent faux plant scores that make us proud to be fake plant owners. Plus John's shares a free tool that's finally putting the kibosh on one of his worst habits. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-68 for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

When we look back at how we updated our previous homes, there are more than a few design decisions we regret - so we're breaking down five things that we'd go back and do differently if we had a time machine. And ding-dong, the deck is gone! Yup, we ripped that monster off the house, and the yard's already feeling awesomely open - but checking this item off our to-do list has actually just added more to it (it's like the plot of 'If You Give A Mouse A Cookie'). We also check Sherry's Color of The Year predicting skills, and John explains why he rejects tool brand monogamy. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-67 for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

Some people have declared the stainless steel appliance trend over (cue the gasps!). We used stainless appliances in our kitchen, but have decided against them for our beach house, so we're weighing in on when you might want to pull the trigger on stainless - or avoid it completely. And speaking of the kitchen, we've been trying some new things in there lately, including jumping on a certain culinary bandwagon, bringing some organization to our fridge, and finally taking a couple of those meal delivery services for a spin to see if they're all that they're cracked up to be. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-66/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

We've probably all got dual purpose rooms like a mudroom-slash-laundry room, a breakfast-nook-slash-homework-spot, or the ol' guest-room-slash-office. So today we're sharing the key to making one space actually work in multiple ways - instead of feeling like it does one thing waaay better than the other. We also chat about a recent attic clutter revelation, and John shares a negotiation technique so covert you might not even know you're doing it. He also gets a tool he has daydreamed about for years and Sherry's love of all things woo-woo leads her to try some unusual accessories that claim to help with sleep, allergies, and even happiness. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-65/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

We've got some big news this week that you probably didn't see coming (also: we might be crazy). Plus we share how we were able to pay off our mortgage (!!) and how the groundwork we laid over a decade ago in our first house made it all possible. We also chat about stuff you should NOT pass down to your kids (there's some surprising stuff that experts say don't make good heirlooms anymore) and we cover everything from our first house's cost to how our mortgage for our third house was actually smaller than our first. Be sure to check out http://www.younghouselove.com/podcast-64/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

Who wouldn't want more money in the ol' bank account? So we picked a money expert's brain for the most common places he finds his clients overspending, and for his best tips on making (and sticking to!) an easy household budget - which is definitely the key to saving more each month. Plus we share our not-scary techniques for negotiating with contractors, including how one short sentence has saved us $1500 in the past two weeks. We also dive into the not-so-straightforward process of fixing up our vintage pink stove, and a simple craft idea to keep little hands busy (which is always a good thing). Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast-63/ for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

Watching your former homes get altered by their new owners can be tough, and we witnessed some changes that bothered us more than we expected. This week we're sharing how we got over those feelings and how to find the silver lining in seeing someone undo your designs. We also took a long overdue step in making our current home's driveway more kid-friendly, Sherry gets sentenced to more time in "tooth jail," and our beach house has a brush with a true-crime saga. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

When it comes to paper clutter around the house, the struggle is real. Where does it come from? Is it in the rabbit family, because HOW IS IT MULTIPLYING?! We get it. And this week we're sharing exactly how we keep it at bay (and exactly where we put everything, from receipts and school papers to bills, party invitations, and coupons). Also, a recent trip to tile at the beach house goes less than smoothly, but a bout of good karma saves the day. John also shares some psychology behind how to price your items on Craigslist, Sherry drops an easy way to keep frame galleries in order, and - believe it or not - there's already a color of the year for 2018. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

We've been on an organizing bender lately, so we called up pro organizers to the stars (yes, they've done Gwyneth Paltrow's pantry!) and Target's new home organizing experts: The Home Edit. Clea and Joanna explain how people are sabotaging their own organizing efforts, the right way to shop for baskets and bins, and how to not drive yourself crazy with labels. Also, Sherry shares two new (free!) sources of design inspiration that she has been devouring, John faces the facts about our online shopping habits, and we revisit if it's really free to use a buyer's agent when buying a house. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

It's been a busy few weeks on our beach house renovation and they've been... well... less than smooth, to say the least. So this week we're taking you through the saga of three setbacks that happened pretty much back to back (including a missed deadline, having no water line to our house, and a surprise medical complication). And although we're keeping it real about renovations not always being easy or straightforward, it all has a happy ending: we survived nearly 20 hours of tiling, and we share the handy gadget that made working in a house with no electricity possible. Also Sherry continues to refuse to be a clean freak, and we spill what it's like to attend a live recording for a huge podcast (they had lines around the block). Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

When does sharing things about your kids online become oversharing? And how do older kids who have grown up on their parents' blogs and social media feeds feel about having their childhoods posted for public consumption? You've probably noticed we're much more private about our own kids these days, and in this special episode, we're diving into "sharenting" and the reasons why we've decided to scale back. We also talked with four other bloggers (Erin Loechner, Myquillyn Smith, Cassie Freeman, and Joy Cho) about how much is too much to share - and we loved hearing how they find the right balance for their family. It was fascinating to chat with people who all come at this topic from a different angle to hear what feels right for them and when they know they've crossed the line. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

Decorating is incredibly subjective, and everyone has design choices they LOVE and other things that make them feel… I don't know… twitchy? Sad? Hangry? So we're sharing what we're neurotic about avoiding in our own home: like a certain way of arranging furniture and a specific color combo. We're also detailing a range of places to find original art (in an awesomely broad range of prices) and we share a personal update about our beloved chihuahua. Plus, we're revealing our new secret weapon for typos, and - wait for it - the exciting conclusion to the "what computer bag will John get?" saga. WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE! Oh, and you get to experience the beauty of Drunk House Love. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

With another wave of decluttering washing over our house, we're looking back at our last yard sale and the strange trick we used to make it a fast-selling success (and the minor detail we overlooked that nearly turned it into a major disaster). We're also talking about how we sold both of our homes without a realtor, and what five things you should consider before you go the For Sale By Owner route yourself - including the HUGE misstep we made when putting our first home on the market. You'll also hear why we've given up on one area of our yard looking pretty anymore (we've opted for pure function in that spot) and Sherry shares her new favorite footwear. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

This week we talk about a fun new design assignment we've taken on (our first commercial space!) and we finally have some good news in the beach house department! We also get a crash course in Feng Shui by an expert, and learn the places in our home where we're intuitively following their guidelines... and the spots where we're not doing so hot: like the wrong message our bedroom decor might be sending, and how our office floor plan might be thwarting one person's productivity. Plus we share how you can hang out with us this summer thanks to HGTV Magazine, and we both reveal an item of clothing that we're oddly particular about getting just right. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

Back in July of 2007, we couldn't imagine getting married any other way than exactly how we did: a small sweet wedding held in our very own backyard. But fast forward ten years and there are a few things we'd do differently in hindsight. So we're diving into those details, along with sharing the special way we rang in our 10th anniversary (some old habits never die). Plus we reveal what home purchase we're arguing about these days, and why I need an intervention when it comes to a certain accessory that I've been married to longer than Sherry. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

Sherry has taken on a new side job that John's steering clear of, and - spoiler alert - it has already given her a good excuse to go shopping. Plus, we've missed our goal of being able to spend a night at the beach house by the start of summer, and it's all due to something we never could've anticipated (or prevented). We also find out which design trends most people are ready to be done with (shiplap? succulents? decorative poufs? *gasp!*) and you'll hear what annoying outdoor to-do list item I checked off my list for Father's Day. And - oh, look! A deer! Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

We don't always see eye-to-eye when it comes to purchases for our home, so this week we're sharing some strategies we've developed for helping the other person see things our way - whether they're the one who is itching to buy something, or the one trying to rein it in. We also picked up a surprising trick for online shopping that has saved us over $1,500 on items for our beach house so far! Plus, how we're making good on our goal to get outside more often, how cutting the cable cord has inspired a new kid-friendly TV option, and why you shouldn't craft and talk on the phone at the same time (it could literally ruin the world). Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

It may seem counterintuitive (don't most people want to add a deck?!), but ous is GIANT and it's just not pulling its weight anymore. So you can find out why we think tearing it down is the way to go - and what the heck we want to put in its place on this week's episode. We also talk with Manhattan Nest's Daniel Kanter about which design trends are getting tired - and why older homes shouldn't be approached in the same way as their newer counterparts. Plus John gets mushy over his favorite saw, Sherry considers the trip of a lifetime, and we can't stop talking about a talking fish. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

We're celebrating fifty episodes and one year of podcasting (!!!) with a special episode that takes you behind the scenes and unearths some of our weirdest moments, cringiest sound bites, and even an email we got from Beyonce's dad (for real). We share the stuff that we love about podcasting (sometimes even more than blogging) along with what parts we loathe, and how a pizza got this whole thing off to a rocky start. Plus we introduce you to the crew of people who work on this show behind the scenes. Spoiler alert: they're all weird. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

There's no denying that we've fallen hard for the color pink over the last few years, and we're certainly not alone (Millennial Pink, anyone?). So today we're talking about the color trend that's seemingly everywhere, how it relates to our beach house, and the pitfalls of being swayed by style trends. We also share the dramatic conclusion to our most hated DIY undertaking EVER (yes, I sound like that guy who hosts The Bachelor, but it's an adequate description), and we explore what features in your kitchen can turn buyers off. Plus, we share some travel tips for making quick trips easier, and we learn about a new source for dressing super tall windows where you can literally buy curtains by the pound. Yup, the pound. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

Making over our beach house isn't all rainbows and unicorns and pink siding. So this week we're diving into a few tasks that have been especially stressful - and we're sharing one thing we did to calm our nerves (and remind ourselves why we're doing all of this in the first place). We also get some pro tips from the Clean Mama herself for keeping a house more tidy and organized (including the best tools and tricks that she uses on her own home). Plus we're sharing the Instagram account that surprised John, the outdoor updates Sherry has been eyeing, and we test our expertise in all things Ikea. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

What happens when you aren't sure if your current house is your long-term house? And if it's not, how do you know when to stop improving it? We're tackling those two BIG questions, including how the answers affected our own renovating decisions. Also, pretty soon after we shared our mostly-finished master bedroom on our blog, someone tossed a wrench into the room. A big, beautiful wrench that snowballed into a bunch of other changes - all of which were totally free. Plus, we talk about what's making our weekday mornings less stressful, and the surprising thing that could lower your home's property value. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

We did it! We finally cut the cable cord (thanks in part to your suggestions) and now we're spilling how it all went down and, more importantly, how it'll save us tons of money this year! And yes, Sherry still has her beloved Bravo channel. We also learn some pretty eye-opening secrets about a few big HGTV stars and even get to talk to two new ones - from right here in Richmond! Plus, we share how we live without ceiling fans and how Sherry's nerding it up with her new favorite neckwear. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

We had an "a-ha" moment while we were away on spring break, which led to a HUGE whole-house purge (including lots and lots of toys) and a ridiculously surprising reaction from our kids. So this week we talk about what inspired the change, and how it has shaped our outlook moving forward. We also share how we got so chummy with our neighbors - and how you can foster a more social atmosphere with yours. And we learn why paying attention to house staging tips might pay off, even if you have no plans to move. Plus Sherry finds inspiration in the success story of one of her favorite accessory designers and John finds inspiration by gawking at people on the beach. Like a creeper. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

This week we're sounding off on an article that says open floor plans should be a thing of the past. We've been known to knock down walls and widen doorways to add a more expansive feeling and better flow in all three of our homes, but there are undeniable reasons why it may NOT always be the right call. So we're breaking down all the pros and cons of open concept living and pointing out when to avoid the urge to open up a floor plan - plus what to do if you're struggling with the one you've already got. We also share a big curb appeal improvement that we tackled in just one afternoon and Sherry spills her favorite sources for extra long curtains and explains why she loves them so much. One last gripe: what's the deal with all of those storage units popping up everywhere!? Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

One of the hardest things to master at home is mixing color and pattern (which can look CRAZY or *yawn* if you go about it without much direction). So we turned to someone who's great at it for advice: Cassie from Hi Sugarplum. We loved hearing how she balances her bold aesthetic to create a high-impact house, and even how she knows when she has gone too far. Plus, we share how we made good on one of our New Year's resolutions and how we found ourselves celebrating Sherry's birthday in a way that super surprised one of us (not so much the other one). We also talk about why your living room might be the reason your house won't sell. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

As we find ourselves in the midst of our biggest and most pocket-draining project ever, on this week's episode we're sharing our system for planning and managing our spending during any large scale upgrade or renovation (plus we divulge a few money-saving tips along the way). We also share how some simple house updates paid off big for a friend, we learn why you shouldn't touch someone else's toilet paper, and we school ourselves on the correct pronunciation of "hygge." Also, MARIGOLDS!!! Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

In this week's episode we go behind the scenes of a home makeover show with Candis and Andy Meredith, who tell us how they got their HGTV show and what surprised them most about the process. Plus, they share their infectious affection for historic homes and give us their best tips for bringing old character to a house of any age. Sherry also talks about how she has been helping our neighbors stage their house to sell, I reveal how I managed to simplify one of our least favorite chores, and we both share how we recently saved hundreds of dollars (!!!) on a beach house update. Also, why is it SO DANG HARD to cut the cable cord?! Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

This week we're sharing how a recent weekend getaway to a small cottage turned into a reconnaissance mission for our own vacation rental project. Plus, finding ceiling lights that look good together but aren't too matchy can be tough. We struggled with it ourselves until we learned to rely on one simple trick for keeping our home's light fixtures in check - without robbing them of all interest and personality. We're breaking that down this week, along with what pro decorators say guys should never have in their homes. We also herald a new painting tool that I'm obsessed with... and it turns out Sherry's really bad at something that most people can do without even trying. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

Guess what? Even pro house cleaners hate cleaning. So we asked YouTube cleaning guru Melissa Maker to share her secrets for making your cleaning chores faster, more effective, and all-around less painful. Plus, Sherry dives headfirst into the (often mispronounced) Danish concept of "hygge" and how it can make for a happier and cozier home. We also take a look at the wacky backstory to one of our favorite household products and an even wackier date night that had us laughing with (and at) our neighbors. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

In this special episode, we're talking about the unpredictable and sometimes dramatic ways that we've seen the internet change in the last decade. Has social media dethroned blogging? Has sponsored content made things worse? And what has made us more guarded about opening our lives up for public consumption? In this recording of our keynote talk from Altitude Summit, we tackle all of this and more, including why a Bachelorette turned to us for advice, what we regret about a major moment in our career, and what blog comment still brings Sherry to tears. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

In this episode we're talking about what women "should" and "shouldn't" have around the house (Sherry's guilty of at least one!) and we're diving deep into the question of metal finishes. Should they all match within a room? How about throughout the house? And is the brass trend over or here to stay? Plus, you guys call in with your very own random and hilarious house quirks, and we share the awesome and the cringe-worthy moments from our trip to Palm Springs. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

In this long overdue update on our beach house renovation, you'll hear how we've got some walls going up and many others coming down - and why we've changed our mind on the floor plan (again!). We also revisit our master bathroom reno for a sec (which is still percolating). Plus, we talk with Oh Joy's eponymous founder, Joy Cho, about turning a blog into a lifestyle brand - and pushing through the many rejections along the way. We're also talking about a simple upgrade that has streamlined our hall bathroom and an even simpler sticky fix that has solved a cord nuisance in our house. Oh, and Happy Valentine's Day everyone! Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

What should you do when a sentimental hand-me-down just doesn't fit in with the rest of your home? And if you try and try but just can't find a way to love it, do you keep it out of guilt and give it everlasting side eye or let it go and cry because you feel heartless? We're weighing in on that tough call most of us have to make. Also, another one of Sherry's house schemes quickly unravels and I get real about those online "find your style" quizzes. Plus, we give an underrated kitchen accessory a moment in the spotlight, we find out what your home state smells like, and a famous "neighbor" drops us a line. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.

This week we count down our five favorite tricks for adding flow to any space so it feels larger and less cramped. We also divulge a big financial plus for buying a beach house in such bad condition (it's saving us thousands!). Plus we explore what organizational items annoy professional organizers, and what they recommend instead. We also get some great tips from a listener who finally conquered her giant laundry pile. Oh, and John reveals some mildly creepy Facebook stalking that turned him into a self-proclaimed hero. Be sure to check out younghouselove.com/podcast for notes, links, and photos from this episode.ero.