The Creative Home podcast is a real estate podcast for homeowners and realtors. I'm your host Kasia McDaniel, a home stager and interior decorator who's moved with the military many times. In each short episode, I offer home staging advice, moving tips and discuss interior design trends to update your home. Join me as I cover all things related to your home whether it's home decorating ideas, decluttering, or how to sell your house fast.
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If you have a dining room and you are selling your home soon, you will want to listen in to this episode. I share home staging tips for the dining room as well as things you should and should not do. Mentioned in the podcast: Blog post https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/home-staging/buyers-want-formal-dining-room-hear-what-realtors-had-to-say/…
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#317 Repurposing and redesign ideas for your home
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Repurposing a room or a space in your home can be a fun project. Maybe you have a new hobby or outgrew a need. By redesigning it, you can create a whole new space that you will use for years to come. Download my free staging guide, How to Start Staging Now at www.bit.ly/startstagingnow Contact Kasia McDaniel to book a home staging consultation toda…
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#316 Camping organizational tips you need for your next trip
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Planning on a camping trip soon? Whether you are tent camping, staying in a camper, or at a cabin, there are certain things to keep in mind to get things organized and easier to find. Let's dive into camping and what you can do to prepare for your camping trip. Mentioned in this episode: Tent Camping Packing List https://www.etsy.com/listing/167402…
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Moving can be stressful for anyone but when you add kids to the mix, it can be downright exhausting. We’ve had our share of moves across the country and around the world with and without kids. So how do you do it? Let’s talk about what will make your life easier when moving with kids. Mentioned in this episode: Military moving checklist https://www…
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#314 Create an urban street style vibe in your home with these interior designs
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There is a new way to decorate that is trending on Pinterest and it’s called Street Style. It's not something you would normally find in the suburban area where I live, but if you live in the city, are a young professional, or a teenager who wants to show off their artistic style, this may be right up your alley. It's a great way to combine urban i…
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#313 How to create a back to school homework area
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It’s August and if you are a parent, some of your kids may have already gone back to school or about to and you know what this means…time to get them ready and in the mindset to do homework. My kids like to do homework in different places around the house. Some like to be in the kitchen when I’m prepping dinner, while some of them need some peace a…
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When it comes to selling your home in the real estate market, I know you will do everything you can to make it look nice and appeal to buyers. But did you know there are certain things that can turn off homebuyers? As a home seller, it's important to prepare for open houses and showings. Don’t make the mistake of doing these 15 things to turn off h…
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#311 Accomplish one mini house chore to tackle in your home
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Summertime is meant for vacation. I know trying to accomplish anything else around your home can be asking for too much. House chores pile up and decluttering is at the end of your to do list. But if you pick one mini task to tackle now to get your home ready for the real estate market or update your home decor, you can feel a sense of accomplishme…
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#310 Packing for college dorm room essentials
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So you have a college student moving away to live in a dorm. Not sure what to pack or how much is too much? I was in the same boat a few years ago. Dorms are small and you don't want to overpack. That is why I want to share some dorm room essentials that we learned and a checklist to help you get through this transition. I also cover adulting skill…
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#309 What if your realtor didn't believe in staging?
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When selling your home, realtors know your home needs to show well. But what happens when your realtor says, I don’t believe in home staging to you as a homeowner? Well, I had that same scenario happen to my client who hired me as a home stager to help her. Let’s talk about what we did in this week’s episode. Mentioned in this episode: How to start…
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We started a vegetable garden this year and we went all out. Last year we started with just pots and grew some potatoes, basil, and green onions. This year we created a plan with 8-foot-long beds in separate areas around our home. Listen in to hear what we learned, our wins and losses and the pests we had to deal with this year.Mentioned in this ep…
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#307 Home mortgage tips for home buyers with Rita Hairston
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Buying a house soon and wondering what mortgage loans to use or tips to get a better credit rating? Do I need to work with a lender and will they really look out for me? That is why I invited my friend, Rita Hairston, a senior home loan consultant with Main Street Home Loans. She covers mortgage loans, tips, and busts some mortgage myths in this we…
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#306 How to get ready for overnight guests
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With summer here and trips to come, we are bound to host guests in our house. We recently hosted a family of five in our house and I wanted to share some tips and tricks on how to get ready to host overnight guests and what you can do to make them feel right at home. Mentioned in this episode: How to Start Staging Your House Now bit.ly/startstaging…
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Home decor accessories can help pull a room together. Using color, textures, and shapes, an accessory helps fill in the gaps after you put in the furniture. Accessories also are a way to express your personality. So let’s get into some ideas on what accessories you should have in your home to fill in those gaps. Mentioned in this episode: Home deco…
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#304 Home organizer, Amber Kornegay, shares tips for busy moms
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Home Organizing professional, Amber Kornegay, helps busy moms organize their homes and feel less overwhelmed. We talk about how she got started, her services, and share some organizing tips you can use now. Mentioned in this episode: Organized by Amber on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/organizedbyamberllc/ Organized by Amber on Facebook https:…
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It is June and this is the time when moving gets busy. I know for my military families out there, this is PCS season, and moving can get very expensive. That’s why I want to talk about home staging resources to help keep you on budget. Mentioned in this episode: Home Decor Accessory ebook https://www.etsy.com/listing/1614205648/home-decor-placement…
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#302 Eight teenage bedroom ideas to update your kids bedroom
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Teenagers can be a moody bunch and their bedroom can reflect their personality. Some parents would love to help them declutter and start over. If your teenager is willing to work with you, they may want to make their bedroom more of “their own”, which brings me to themes. In this episode, let’s talk about some updating the little kid's bedroom and …
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#301 How to use throw pillows to sell your home or update your home decor
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Throw pillows can be something that you have too much of or not enough. They are a great home accessory, can help update a room, and are budget-friendly. In this episode, I want to go through a few rooms where throw pillows can help you stage your home to sell or update your home decor and how many are too many. Mentioned in this episode: How to st…
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#300 How to correctly use massive furniture items to decorate
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Large heavy furniture and accessories can overwhelm a room if it’s not used correctly. I had a client who recently wanted me to hang a large ornate mirror. When I came over, we discussed the location of where to hang it. Listen to what we decided to do with this large 5ft x 4 ft ornate mirror.Mentioned in this episode: Start Staging Now: www.bit.ly…
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When staging a home, there seem to be a million and one tasks that you need to do before picture day. There are many things you could do, but I want to share a big one that might get overlooked when staging a home, and that is staging countertops. You may not think it’s a big deal but listen in to what you can quickly do that doesn’t cost a dime. …
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The short term rental (or STRs) are crazy around here and towns have been tightening rules on them here in NC. Not sure about where you live, but having a rental property is another revenue stream for people who are trying to make ends meet. But if you are renting out a home, condo or apartment there are a few things you should keep in mind when it…
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#297 House on the market but very little showings. Now what?
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So you put your house up for sale and are waiting with bated breath for the first offer. And you wait. And wait. And nothing. Very few showings and not much interest. So now you wonder, well now what? How do I get buyers to show up? Let’s talk about what you should look for in this week’s podcast episode. Mentioned in this episode: Secret to Sellin…
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#296 Three ideas on how to stage your basement
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Basements can be transformed into usable space in your home. The size of your basement can limit the ways how you use it but it can be a great space for a number of things. If you have a basement and selling your house soon, you will want to listen in on this episode.Mentioned in this episode: Willow Brook Printable https://www.etsy.com/shop/Willow…
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It’s officially spring time and you know what that means! Pollen!!!! Oh wait that’s here in North Carolina. Anyway, yes spring means allergies too but when it comes to owning a house, you know that spring cleaning should be on your list. And I have a few things that I need to work on this spring that I’ve been neglecting for some time now. So let’s…
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#294 This sleeping method may be just what you need for a good night sleep
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Have you had a rough night sleeping? Are you or your partner tossing and turning and keeping the other one awake? Yeah, I’ve had that too. But I learned about this one method that I tried and my sleep has never been better. Mentioned in this episode: Willow Brook Printable Etsy shop www.willowbrookprintable.etsy.com Master bedroom layouts Scandinav…
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A mantra is a motivating chant like I think I can, I think I can. And as you chant your mantra, it releases the positive energy and decreases the negative thoughts or stress, As I think about my two businesses, Blue Diamond Staging & Design and WillowBrookPrintable, I realized they help people in different stages in life. So I came up with a new ma…
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When you move into a small home or apartment, you may not realize that decorating it has to be approached in a different way. The big furniture won't fit as well in a smaller space. Or it just feels too cramped. Are there different rules to decorating a small space? YES! Let me share some tips on how to decorate smaller spaces in your home.Mentione…
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What do you do when you have dark brown wall paneling in your home? It makes the space look outdated and dark. Do you take it down? Try something else? I had a real estate agent pose this question to me. Listen in to hear my answer. Mentioned in this episode: Color Snap app by Sherwin Williams Color portfolio by Benjamin Moore 4 Wall Colors bit.ly/…
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#290 How to Stage Your Living Room Course is now available!
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Living rooms are the most important room to stage when it comes to selling your home. But it can be daunting for real estate agents and home sellers to know how to make it look good. You are in luck because my How to Stage a Living Room course is now available online! Listen up to hear what you will learn. Mentioned in this episode: https://bluedia…
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#289 Set in your ways and BOOM something changes
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You know how you get into a habit or routine and you get comfortable with it? It makes you feel like you accomplished something or it’s just a natural part of your day. But then, something drastic changes and you get thrown off your routine. You feel off-center and out of control. I want to share what threw me lately, how it affects my business, an…
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#288 Why I sent potential clients to my competitor
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I recently sent two potential clients to my competitor. Yes, that’s right, I did. But why, do you ask? Because as a business I have grown and learned so much about myself as a home stager. Let me share why I did it, how it makes my business stronger, and what you can learn from it as well. Mentioned in this episode: Podcast episode #261 Pros and Co…
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My husband loves to watch “Cole the Cornstar” on YouTube but it’s not what you think. Cole is a young farmer who explains his weekly issues on the farm and all the equipment and barns he has on his 1700 acres of farmland. He talks about the 20 minutes he tackles each day to take care of those ankle-biter tasks that just don’t get done. But if YOU t…
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#286 Be wary of these poisonous indoor plants for your pets
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If you are a cat lover and have these indoor plants in your home, you will want to consider swapping them out with cat-safe plants. I love indoor plants but had no idea certain ones are considered poisonous plants to pets. In this week's episode, I share cat-safe plantsand plants that are poisonous to cats thanks to my friend, Chelsea, who owns a p…
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As part of the new year cleanup, my pantry has gotten out of hand lately. I have a walk-in pantry that is 8 feet deep and 4 feet across so there is LOTS of space to store/hide things. And that’s when we get into trouble with losing things that you didn’t realize are still in there. This past week I worked on cleaning out my pantry and I want to giv…
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#284 I've told my clients to stop doing this...
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Happy New Year! With a new year, there are always new things we want to tackle. And for homeowners there are things that you can stop doing when it comes time to sell your home. Now I wanted to tell you to stop doing this one thing...but I can’t stop with just one…so I will share at least two things to stop doing.Mentioned in this episode: How to d…
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#283 Start thinking about selling your home this spring
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Is this going to be the last Christmas in your home? Are you selling it next year? Home selling can be stressful but you don’t have to do it alone. When your house is staged and looks move-in ready, buyers will flock to your open house to make an offer so you can move into your next house. Let me share how we can work together to make this process …
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Enjoy time with family or friends with a winter bucket list. That’s not to say this will be your last winter, but it’s good to have a list of ideas of what you want to do during the holiday season. Do you want to go snow tubing? Maybe listen to live Christmas music? Then make a list and get out there! Here are some ideas to get the creative thinkin…
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#281 Five unique places to hang your stocking
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A stocking is one of the most recognized symbols for Christmas. Did you know the tradition of hanging stockings started with a nobleman named Nicholas in the third century? However, back then houses had fireplaces because that was the only source of heat for the house! Nowadays, not all houses have a fireplace. What do you do if you don’t have a fi…
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#280 Fall Maintenance Home Tips to do now
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Fall is my favorite time of year but that also means we need to do some chores around the house to keep it humming smoothly. That’s why I want to share a few household maintenance tips that you should do this time of year.
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Home for the holidays but your home isn’t quite up to its potential with your home decor? And you have guests coming over? Maybe it’s time to up your decor game and add a few finishing touches to make your home a bit homey and “adult” like. That’s why I created a home decor gift guide that you can add to your Christmas list (or buy now) as you get …
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You know when you start a DIY project, you look up all the steps you need to take. You watch some videos, you look up blog posts, you basically do your research. But how do you know when it’s time to bring in the pros? When do you let them take over? Let me share my ideas and when I had to call in the reinforcements for my projects. Mentioned in th…
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#277 Tips on how to best put away your holiday decor
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Halloween is here and your decorations look fantastic! Some of you took the time to put up a lot while others only put up a few things (if any). For those of you who plan to put away those holiday decorations and save it for next year, I want to share some tips on how to best put them away in this week’s episode.…
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#276 Three mistakes empty nesters make when selling their home
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In this week's episode, Home Stager, Kasia McDaniel, talks about three mistakes empty nesters (or people over 60 years old) should avoid when selling their home. If you have lived in your home for 10+ years and now you are moving to downsize this is a great episode. Or if you have aging parents and they need some advice, listen in to avoid making t…
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#275 Three questions about home staging and decorating from homeowners and my answers
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Do you have a home staging or a home decorating question? Maybe you just need some input and are wondering if someone can help you? I recently had these 3 questions from different people and wanted to share my answers with you in this week’s podcast episode. Here are the questions: 1. Will you tell me or suggest to me if I should put a kitchen nook…
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#274 Property Renovations List You Want to Start Tracking Now
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If you are selling your house soon and you want to show off all those wonderful renovations you put into your home, you want to listen in to this episode. Over time we made changes to the house whether it was a new concrete parking pad, a new firepit area, a new barn etc. In this week’s episode, I’m going to share what you need to consider tracking…
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#273 Fun Fall recipe and Fall favorite things
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Fall is my FAVORITE time of year. The weather is cooler, I can wear my favorite boots, the leaves turn such beautiful colors and my favorite holiday is Halloween. So naturally we go all out for Halloween decorations, food, and favorite things to do in the Fall. I wanted to share a few of my favorite Fall things that will hopefully inspire you to en…
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I recently noticed my very dirty stove and oven and was disgusted by all the baked-on stuff left behind. I don't have a house cleaner...I AM the house cleaner (and mom, after-school activity driver, home stager, scheduler etc). You get the idea. So cleaning is barely done and normally only by me. So when is the last time you cleaned anything? Like …
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#271 Bathroom shower trends to create your dream shower
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Bathroom showers have been trending with some interesting ideas that I want to discuss in this week's episode. We can spend a lot of time in the bathroom and the bathroom shower is one of those areas that you just want to feel calming and rejuvenating. If you are remodeling your master bathroom soon, then these are some bathroom shower trends you m…
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It’s officially September so I can talk about Halloween! I know you’ve seen some Halloween decor in the stores and with Fall right around the corner, I know you are itching to decorate! My favorite part of Halloween is actually having a Halloween party. That is our family get together with the neighbors and friends. But how do you get started, how …
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#269 Benefits of home staging in Moore County, NC
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Home staging can make a great positive impact on selling your home quickly and for top dollar. Some of you may not want to sell it quickly while others want to get more money for your home. Home staging is a way to show off your home to wow buyers and get them to make an offer. Let me share the benefits of home staging in the Moore County, NC area.…
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