We all know that it is important to declutter our homes to maximize our decorating efforts, but decluttering is work we often avoid. After all, decorating is the fun part. In this episode, Shannon shares her process of transforming your home into a place you love to be by taking the right steps in the right order. We chat about where to start when you are overwhelmed by clutter, how to maintain order in a home full of people, finding your decorating style, and more. If the change of seasons has you itching to bring some order and beauty to your home, don’t miss this conversation!In this episode, we cover: The importance of taking the foundational steps before decorating your home How to figure out what you should declutter first The mindset shift to begin turning your current home into your dream home A simple, cozy approach to Christmas decor that doesn’t break the bank Strategies for maintaining a tidy home when you have lots of people home all day Establishing routines that work for the whole family in your current season Ideas for arranging your living room without having the TV as the focal point How to prioritize statement pieces in your decorating while on a budget Identify what your decorating style is View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!ABOUT SHANNONShannon Acheson is an author, entrepreneur, content creator, home organizing and interior decorating expert, and the creative force behind HomeMadeLovely.com - a celebrated blog helping moms declutter, organize and add style to their homes since 2010.RESOURCES MENTIONEDCheck out Shannon’s previous interview on my podcast!More Style, Less Mess Course by ShannonCheck out both of Shannon’s books on decluttering and decoratingShannon’s list of 50 things you should throw away todayDIY frame TV tutorial by Sarah from She Holds DearlyCONNECTShannon Acheson of Home Made Lovely | Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | PinterestLisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | PinterestDo you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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