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Jun 8, 2017
Betsy Helmuth announces a new premium membership, reflects on the podcast’s journey, and thanks listeners. She answers questions on curtain panel calculations, reupholstering sofas, accessorizing coffee tables, painting wood trim and kitchen cabinets, and combining design styles.
0:00 Announcement of premium membership and benefits
1:26 Introduction to episode 103
2:06 Reflection on the podcast journey and milestones
3:42 Appreciation for listeners and introduction to Q&A
segment
4:07 Curtain panel calculation and recommendation
6:22 Advice on whether to reupholster a sofa
8:05 Tips for accessorizing a coffee table
12:35 Continuation of Q&A segment
13:18 Considerations for painting wood trim
16:41 Advice on painting kitchen cabinets
18:01 Combining multiple interior design styles
- You don't need to buy expensive double-wide curtain panels;
instead, purchase standard-sized panels and have them hemmed
together at a local dry cleaner for a more affordable solution.
- It's generally not worth the cost to reupholster a sofa unless it
has significant sentimental value or you can find a very affordable
upholsterer, as the expense often exceeds buying a new one.
- When accessorizing a coffee table, use odd numbers for visual
interest, incorporate a tray for functionality and organization,
and avoid overcrowding so there's still space for practical
use.
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