The toxic trait of interior design.
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- Опубліковано 28 кві 2024
- In this video, I'm addressing the FEAR and PARALYSIS that many of us face with interior design choices. And then I seek to offer to light-lift ways to start making steps towards your goals. Every design client I've ever had is losing sleep over these 3 questions. Today...we're gonna tackle them. Truly excited about this video. I guess I'm on a lecture roll now. This one was edited by me, next video will be a vlog!
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00:00 - Intro
#interiordesign
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Stumbled by accident into your channel. You had me at “there are no child prodigy throw pillow arrangers” I nearly spat my tea out! However I’m British and that would be a waste of tea. Finally someone who doesn’t BS. 👍
I know right!! Never thought of that until she said it LOL
Me too! Stumbled onto one of her videos last night, subscribed after about 2 minutes lol. My new favorite.
Prodigy not protégé 😂😂😂😂
Yes, yes, yes to everything you said. I'm a new subscriber (and I am VERY selective about decorator channels I watch/subscribe). Well done Caroline! You're a breath of fresh air.
@@user-hf4xi4nc9s edited the comment as you are correct. It is prodigy not protégé 👍🏼
For designing my house, I think back to my childhood and what made me feel the most loved and at home. My grandma. So I honestly have a home that looks more like an older woman's house, but I love the coziness of it. It reminds me of happier moments in my life.
Me too! Whenever I’d be scrolling looking for inspiration the things that always jumped out reminded me of my grandparents house. At first I resisted because I didn’t want an “old lady house” - but then I realized I’m the one looking at it every day, my joy is the most important thing.
Hahahah this is hilarious because someone walked in my house and said it gives me grandma vibes. I’m like that’s great. It’s supposed to be a cozy cottage Victorian look. 😂💕
That is a nice way to look at it and I hadn't realized till now. When I think back to my childhood the clutter would make me anxious. We moved a lot and I remember being surrounded by cardboard boxes and bulky furniture. I felt happier in a home that had little furniture and we put out all our toys and would play on the floor of the living room that only had a book cabinet in it. So in my home I have tried to avoid the clutter - I have only closed storage, only two chairs at my dining table (the rest are foldable chairs), and I don't have a coffee table because I like to have space in front of my couch. I only have one small side table. This keeps me relaxed my home though it is not traditionally cozy.
I’ve done the same thing hun! It’s so special isn’t it😊
My place is mostly a 1940s style and I wasn't even born until the 1950s. But I like the style and love the movies from that era. I have many magazines and catalogues from that time for reference. Cozy, warm friendly, secure.....I never liked the 'hotel' look.
Haha “we’re all gonna die and let’s not lose sleep over what shade of white to paint the kitchen”! So true and the best advice ever! Not just for interior design but life in general!!
Yeah, being there at the moment, having strong anxiety about if I bought my kitchen cabinets in the wrong color 😅
Great video and message. The other thing I hate is how we design “to sell” a home rather than for how WE live in a space…ugh
Pet hate. Biggest nonsense ever. You're living in the room/house now, why on earth would you choose things for future inhabitants (who will likely want to change stuff anyway to suit them) instead of what you yourself love?
Ugh...fully agree...
my partner and i have been redecorating our first home for the past year and a half and some of our choices have made family and friends wring their hands abt resale value but like??? whatever it's our house and will be for at least the next decade, and maybe during that time we want colourful spaces and maximalist wallpaper and hooks in the ceiling to hang plants from and to 'damage' the walls by hanging pictures and etc etc. we LIVE here!!
@@aislinnrossi these sound like things you could change in a decade or so for staging as well. I'd get their point if you were to put your kitchen in the basement or something, but for wallpaper? I'm definitely with you on that one
If others don't like your style when you finally sell your house then don't sell it to them. They probably aren't serious about buying anyway
Omg. “We’re all gonna die.” That’s like, “you had me at hello!” I’m not three seconds into this video and I had to stop it and let you know you’re my cure for whatever is ailing me. You remind me of my daughter. I was moving and shaking like a mad woman in my house today and was like, “Wait, what did Caroline say about corralling the stuff? Where’s my trays…..” seriously, I had a day and it’s all thanks to you and your inspirational videos. Keep ‘me coming!!
OMG... meee too!! she's great and HILARIOUS! love her!
Same here. 🖤
You had me when, in a different video, I found out that you also hate those pointless wooden beads and Pinterest pantries.
I stayed for your authenticity, your originality combined with your sense of humor and creativity.
A couple nights ago, I watched the video where you cut your bangs and as I was trying to fall asleep, I kept chuckling thinking about it. Why is this important? Because I am usually thinking about what I need to accomplish at work the next day and it gives me anxiety. Thanks for the ideas and the laughter.
Girl, you are so relatable!
Omg I have a whole video coming out about wooden beads lol. I have a lot to say ❤️❤️thanks for all the kind words!
Omg her hatred of the wooden beads is what made me subscribe back in January lol. and I also watch her videos to keep work anxiety at bay haha.
@@laura55mo did we just become best friends? LOL
You've discovered the secret to ending busy brain. You find something interesting, but not necessarily important. It will entertain that part of your brain that wants to worry about all the little things. Write everything down on a pad of paper, turn on something wonderful, and enjoy a peaceful night's sleep.
lol.. I too hate those wooden beads! I mean what is the point!
My youngest daughter began rearranging the furniture at 2. By 3 she had names for each style of pillow arrangement for the couch. She would go through the racks at clothing stores, on her tiptoes, and tell me what I should try on. She's now 23 and a nurse.
Sooooooo, there was a child prodigy pillow arranger?
😂 her inner designer is in there somewhere
Good she can make some decent money so she can play around with that stuff in her personal time. I love cooking but I'm glad I never tried to do it for a job. Some things are better as hobbies
The one piece of design advice I ignore is, “Get rid of the blinds.” I love light. I love big windows. And blinds are the best way to finesse the amount and kind of light coming through those big windows at any time of the day. And bamboo blinds don’t cut it. Nor do big wooden slat blinds. So I have to just think, “It’s not like God is going to give me
a D+ for my home decor because I have blinds on my windows.”
I agree! And then there is privacy. I pull the blinds up tight and use my curtains for decor purposes even all the way to filtering light, BUT the blinds get let down when I want full privacy!
@@NWAdventureGal09 Exactly. Or I can almost close the blinds so that people can’t see in, but I can still see light and trees. Or I can slant them up just a tad to block harsh direct light but still have a clear view. So many options. In the end, if something is highly functional without being too obnoxious, that trumps conventional interior design wisdom.
@@NWAdventureGal09 that’s a good idea.
Have you considered lace blinds? My Mother started with the lace idea, as she loves light, but hates nosy neighbors - these blinds let light shine right through, yet maintain a level of privacy that she enjoys too. :D
@@kirsty-anderson I Googled “lace blinds” but didn’t find anything that was actually like a blind - only shades or curtains. But I’m thinking Levolors are easy to dust; fabric would be more work.
Owner of a purple velvet sofa here! 😂Actually, it's a deep plum/fig velvet, but I about broke out into a cold sweat when I ordered it. Too expensive to grow tired of the color soon, but I've had it for three years and still love it. I have a light blue leather chair next to it and get so many compliments on all of it.
Sofa sounds diiiiiiiiiiivine!
Sounds lovely together. Very Parisienne farmgirl/old world style which is so inviting.
Loveeee this, that sounds gorgeous. I mean that’s the dream IMO❤️❤️
I'd absolutely love a sofa like that, especially since it's deep plum, it's sound so beautiful. I'd love to have a chaise chair similar to your sofa in my master bedroom.
I painted my master bathroom a medium purple almost 10 years ago and still love it. The accent wall is lighter purple. I get lots of compliments on it from our female friends lol.
More than 20 yrs ago I bought a screamin' orange leather sofa and armchair. I have had people bid on it. When I was in a money crunch many years ago I had to sell it, but my mother screamed "nooooo" and bought it "so you may inherit it agan someday". And so I have in a turnaround fashion. My old mother lives with me, and the sofa and armchair is a central piece in the home. Still. After 26-27 years. Don't be scared to buy anything that wows you.
I love the way to show the picture with and without various details (colour, photos on the walls, etc.). It really helps to show the impact these items/details have on a space.
I agree, it makes a real impact
“There are no child prodigy throw pillow arrangers” *instant subscribe* 😂😂 I love your home organization video also. Such a lovely personality 💛✨
Ayyyyy...The friendship circle is here!!
I just watched one of your videos before this one... Crazy coincidence
The ‘language’ point is spot on. I worked in a bridal salon and every single person had a different definition of ‘old lady lace’. Even the most modern appliqué flower leaf lace had been called ‘old curtains’. People are crazy haha
You have taught me for the first time in my life how to design to my taste and ignore what may or may not be considered stylish. Thank you
Nothing makes me happier❤️
AMEN to this!! I feel the same way. A revelation, tbh.
I agree ! It feels super accessible with you. Even if I'm not rich and living in a rental, it encourages me to decorate more👌
And yet she starts in a very off way with those ugly pink curtains and scolding people for wanting to keep the rental blinds. Not very coherent.
I can’t believe I did just that…I love the vibe of a cafe near me…especially their black curtains and loads of greenery…
Looks a bit like a green house- slash- warehouse….I found myself buying black curtains for the kitchen ..and then the
Lounge….and then slowly….all my rooms had black curtains and hundreds of fake plants…..it looks great, has the exact same vibe as that cafe….looks like I won’t be needing to go there anymore 💙💙❤️ from Australia
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❤ all your points & completely concur! Meanwhile … I said it 30 years ago, I’ll say it again : ‘… the problem is design’s driven by real estate agents’ ideals of resale, rather than reflecting the lifestyle and taste of the occupants.”
As a certified interior designer who is now working in a different field, I am so happy you are out there helping people relax. Preach sister!
I never watch videos all the way thru and easily get annoyed with people. But you sound like you could be one of my friends and are very enjoyable to listen to. I didn’t skip once. 😊
Same here 🖐
Same here too!
Doh🥲❤️i relate to that hard. My threshold is…low. I’m so glad u like the video!
Same! I'm not even into design that much but her perspective on all the things is so fun.
I came for the design & stayed for the laughs ✌🏼
The color of light really makes a difference - I have to have 4000 to 5000 Kelvin which is a pure white light. The new "daylight" bulbs are 5000K (vs "soft white" which is about 2700K). trust me, it is a cheap thing to try but may make a huge difference .
Ahhhh SUCH A GOOD TIP👆👆👆👆👆
This is so true! my kitchen was dark and not easy to see in. same with my hallway. changed to LEDs bright daylight bulbs. HUGE difference!
This makes me happy to read, because I also adore the bright daylight bulbs. So many designers are all about “yuck! Too bright! Get the dim ones!” But I personally like to be able to see my house. No need to make yourself have to squint in the darkness.
@@user-jn8tg6nw8j Actually my comment is about the color of the light, not the wattage (which is how bright or dim it is), people don;t realize how yellow their light is until they try a 5000K bulb and see that light next to a 2300K or 2700K bulb, then they can see how yellow the light is.
@@ros8986 No I’m with you-it’s just that I’ve heard so many UA-camrs speak against the daylight colored bulbs in favor of the yellow ones. I like the yellow lights in their place, but they don’t give off that nice clear, true light that I want.
Wow. I think this was probably the most helpful interior design breakdown for non interior designers I’ve ever seen on UA-cam. Thanks!
That closet tip is the best design tip I've ever heard. I had this bright idea to paint our first house in "Earthy" tones which translated to the whole house being painted brown. It was a very small, dark house so it felt like a root cellar. I was so fixated on that palette that I didn't realize I just wanted muted neutrals, with natural materials incorporated, just like my closet. Great video!
SO TRUE!! Have fun with it and don't stress. Also, don't design to impress your friends - design for yourself and your family.
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For folks who don’t do Pinterest or social media, if you see something you really like, take a screen shot with your phone and save the image!
Love these videos! 👏🏻
Or download it to your PC if you like to go old school style😁😁
Or do screenshot on your computer.
@@vaderladyl Or do a petroglyph of it if you're really into that vintage lifestyle
@@joachimlarsen2k 🤣
@@joachimlarsen2k hahahaha
She’s so right about the curtains-my girlfriend wanted blackout curtains for when she had to sleep during the day, and I really liked the natural light that came into the bedroom without curtains, but as soon as we put some up the bedroom finally felt lived in, and we had been there for 8 months already. It was so surprising how much that changed, especially since it’s our first place to ourselves. I also finally put up some christmas garland around our kitchen island to be a bit more festive this year, and it makes such a difference just…hanging something up in our house. I’m so scared of ruining the rental and losing our deposit that I just love in a boring apartment. I’m getting better at it though!
The "look at your wardrobe" advice is genius. I never thought about that but it makes sooooo much sense. I feel that piece of info will help me greatly between deciding between fads and things I'm going to enjoy longer term. Thank you!
Yellow is my FAVORITE color, but too much can be overwhelming, and the wrong yellow can be a problem. So I went to my local paint store (not big box) and picked up their color combinations. I chose the one that best represented me, and painted my house accordingly. Yellow is more than an accent, but less than the main color. I also treat it as a neutral and everything that comes in has to go well with yellow. I love being in my home, and so do my people.
For me I always try and tie yellows in with oranges and light pinks. I think it sticks out like a sore thumb in contrast to very basic colors, and it’s hard to match with cool tones, so my bedroom is (generally) very sunset colored. Of course there’s certain things that aren’t gonna fit a color scheme but I’ve generally tried to tie in my yellow pieces that way and it looks nice imo but it’s also my room so I’m biased (then again I’m the only opinion that matters on my own space so I guess bias is irrelevant haha)
Me too - more of secondary proportion with much calmer tints. Also light muted purples and pink beige. Orange yes. Especially white and cream.
Oo love yellow! I’ve gone for orange this year, get away from the sodding beige/ white combo. Sorry to sound like a know-it-all, but I’m an artist (ceramic design) and I often turn to a good old fashioned colour wheel (go on Pinterest) .See what the complimentary and contrasting colours of yellow are, see how they can be filtered into your other fixtures and furniture. You can obviously go for warmer or cooler tones depending on what you’re starting with. It’s not a total rule of thumb, but a good place to start. 😃
I live in a Forrest area with lots of beautiful dark greens outside, so I painted my interior a nice soft cream yellow, with white trim, it’s always clean and sunny feeling. It goes well with all my jewel / earth tones. Friends comment it feels cozy and happy! 😊
Me explaining to my mom why I'm not being a problematic perfectionist by changing my dining table for the 5th time; "it's part of the learning process mom!"
lol mom why don’t u GET US. I was also obsessed with table settings as a kid. Stay the course 😅
@@Caroline_Winkler i was actually talking about changing out the actual dining table five times lol, but absolutely applicable to any styling or table dressing moment too! 😂
Ohhh hahah. Yeah both are an illness and I’ll support both!
Omg my mom too 😭 so annoying
@@ladykadiijha we need a support group I think
I have binged your videos all day and I am blown away by how much I have learned--- I'm already grown but I feel like I want to be like you when I grow up 😭 You are so knowledgeable girl & the way you explain things makes so much sense. Love your transparency and authenticity and it's why we are all here !!! Already can't wait for the next vid ❤ Keep up the great work!!
would love to see a video about the different kinds of lighting and how they effect a room! What kind of bulbs to buy and how to go about deciding what's best for each space! (:
Awesome tips. If I may throw something out there that really helped me when we bought our first place: know that decor, and even smart use of space is a never ending process. Take your time. Relish every moment. I moved in three years ago and chose my mustard yellow bedroom curtains, but had to keep my cute, but very impractical upcycled wooden palette bed with a white limewash (to stay within budget). Who would have known that this July, I'd come across the perfect velvet bed. On sale. The exact color of my curtains??? I still wake up and sometimes smile as I think of it. Interior design isn't just stuff, it's moments, memories and choices... And its evolutive quality is what makes it so special.
This was such fun editing, I loved all the before and after pictures!
Ah I’m so glad! New experiment, I hoped it would be fun despite my poor photoshop skills 😭
I’ve literally been losing sleep trying to decide which white paint to use haha, this video was great! I’d like to see more videos like this
Hahaha everything is gonna be okay!!! Do a few swatches on the wall, live with them a few days then call it a day!
The struggle is real!!! I’ve been there!
I've had swatches on my kitchen wall for 4 years. Le sigh.
I have no idea why UA-cam decided to recommend your channel to me (Aside from the fact that maybe I play building games?) but holy hell you're hilarious. "We're all gonna die. So in light of that lets not lose sleep over what color white to paint the kitchen." and "There are no child prodigy throw pillow arrangers" literally forced a laugh out of me.
Hold my sub.
Edit: 8 minutes in - That wardrobe tip for color is a banger. Super, super smart idea and yeah, I was right, you're hilarious. Super entertaining.
As a fashion designer, I love the tip about looking into your closet for inspiration for color palettes and design styles! That makes sooo much sense! Thank you.
I’ve found that using Pinterest can help show me what styles I like. Over time, I pin mostly the same styles, and having a large grouping of images that I like can show me what the common themes are.
Edit: I just got to the part of the video where you basically said exactly this, lol. I’m happy to hear you use this idea as well :)
Techie dinosaur here--how do you save an image on pinterest?
@@karenryder6317 At the top you see the 3 little dots. Hit that & from the menu, choose,” download Image” , is also a good option if you want to find it quick on your tablet or phone.
You can always take a screenshot if you’d like a quick way to save an image or grouping of images. That way, you keep you gallery’s clutter low!
Just search how to screenshot + your device name/type
Pinterest now has a feature to touch or zoom in on a photo (depending on whether it’s a link or just a picture) and it can search by likeness!! It will suggest items to buy and similar pins to that item. Great way to zoom in on unique decor to source it, or find dupes for home items.
Wow, I love how you did the sample pictures! So useful to see a quick before & after sample of what you were talking about.
I'm in the midst of building a home right now. Listen. You just took all the anxiety out of the process! I feel like you gave be permission to enjoy it instead of stressing over Every Precious Decision. You rock! Thanks for the awesome content that I will now be returning to endlessly for the next six months as out house progresses.
When I moved into my boyfriend’s row house we had the walls painted in Quartz. Basically, a pale pinky white. Finally, I got the nerve up to put real color on our walls. I still enjoy it 12 years along.
I’m redoing most rooms in my home and this was all very good input for thought. Super helpful realizing there is no ‘perfect’ ‘precious’ choices to make. I also realized my personal style via the way I dress vs how I imagine my fantasy self dressing.
wowww SUCH a good distinction. "how i dress" vs "how i imagine i dress". 100%. applies directly to design as well. amazing distinction
Quick clarification! These are not "rules for using color", nor "how to use color". Rather, these are a handful of ways to start introducing color, for anyone who is NERVOUS to do so. Aka, for anyone who's feeling intimidated by what feels like a risk or financial investment in larger, more opinionated pieces. In this video, I'm addressing the FEAR and PARALYSIS that many of us face with interior design choices. And then I seek to offer to light-lift ways to start making steps towards your goals. Hope it's helpful! 🧡
Thank you! I came across your viral video and now I’m going through all of them and they are SO helpful. I’ve been feeling extremely overwhelmed with trying to decorate in my apartment with my husband. We just moved in and it’s the first time in my adult life that I’m facing what I’ve been able to put off for the past 5 years of our moving around… commitment. I wish I could really express and put into words how much you’ve helped, but I’ve read other comments and agree with the way other people have worded theirs 😭 thank you thank you thank you!!
I love everything you do here. Is that crazy? You’re adventurous & practical all at once! It’s a gift! Thanks for sharing it. 💗
Watched your videos for the first time yesterday, the organization one hooked me - it was the realistic non-tacky approach I’ve been looking for and DOES NOT EXIST in this clear overly segmented plastic container era. Would love to see more of that!
Currently sitting in front of every toiletry item Ive ever purchase and trying to figure out a realistic way of keeping back stock, while also keeping everyday use and special once a week/month use items organized and not forgotten.
Also. I think this is the 6th video I’ve watched of yours in the last 24hrs lol.
Well Caroline, I just “discovered” you yesterday so I haven’t seen the powder room makeover video. But I’ll get right on it. We just can’t have it be underrated. Not acceptable! Ha! Love what I have seen so far. I wish more people published video the way you do.
I stumbled across your channel today, and just wanted to thank you for your sense of humour, your knowledge and your phenomenal style!
I'm binge watching your videos and am so inspired by you! Thank you!
I freaking LOVE all your videos. Editing, amount of detail/fluff VS content, the realness and your humor. It's wonderful and educating, thank you!
I watched that bathroom makeover and i loved it! So many mixed textured but worked so well. Also that's why I subscribed like a year ago
Omg I’m so glad you liked it! I was so proud of that one and then I was like….oh nvm lol 🥴
@@Caroline_Winkler you should be! I pulled so much inspo from that video. Not sure if this helped but at least one person got a lot out of it lol
Hahahah you’re the best
Exactly the same for me! Loved it so much!
Yes! My fave.
One thing I’ve never lost sleep over: decorating my home. And it shows! You started out with great advice! So right!
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Came across your channel by accident earlier today and have been glued to it since!! You are my spirit animal. Even better yet, my 3 month old son is obsessed, been absolutely transfixed on you - so thank you mumma is getting REST! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 keep doing what you’re doing, it’s so authentically you ❤️
One of my favorite Interior Design tips. You're very down-to-earth and don't make Interior Design seem so posh.
Just found you & binge watched/listened yesterday while cleaning the house. Thank you for being fun,informative,vulnerable,& real ! Keep doing/being your beautiful self. 💞💞💞💞
thanks for such kind words Donna, hope cleaning was a success!
OMG! love your videos and interior design perspectives so much! As an Interior Designer myself I so enjoyed your laissez-faire attitude. I cannot tell you how many times I have said to clients, hey, this is not brain surgery here! If we make a mistake, no one will die and we will LEARN what we like. Trial and error IS part of the process. Thank you for bringing levity to a far too often intensely serious endeavor.
Just found your channel and I really love your tone and straight forward approach, loving it!
Caroline, you ROCK!
Looking forward to binge watching! Thanks!!
Thrifting art!!! I went to the thrift store looking for a frame for a poster and ended up not getting that cuz I got so distracted by all the absolutely beautiful art and purchased a bunch of that instead. Found a piece that I’m absolutely in love with and so glad that I’ve started the art collection I’ve always wanted
Other great art ideas I personally have used: POSTCARDS-they are mini posters so they’re great for variety and spacing, really decorative cards from bdays or other celebrations or for nothing at all just that you like the look, tissue paper as backing for framed anything (tape those postcards to it by theme and frame it up), packaging paper (story time: I have a perforated packaging sheet that when the light hits it at a certain angle, the shadows look like mountains and a vast sky with clouds. I framed it, and voila! Art!); swatches of colors or fabrics, decorative shopping bags or product boxes (Gucci has this shoe that comes in a cool green box and I just want the box to put on display lol), your own developed pictures
Caroline, YOU start my Saturday's off with a smile. Loved this video, I took away a lot of good ideas from it. Keep 'em coming! Have a great weekend.
Came across your channel looking for organization hacks…you are hilarious and your energy is so refreshing.
Love this! Really like the point of being able to just move on if things don’t work. It’s experimentation 👌🏾
When we bought our first home 3 years ago, we noticed no medicine cabinets in either bathroom. So, we went to Menards & got one of those over the toilet cabinets that stands up & you anchor to the wall. For some bazaar reason they also had no towel bars on the walls, just 2 little hooks for hanging a towel. So we had to buy all of that as well. It’s not even a newly built house, it was built in 1974.
Pls go into more detail with these! I live at home can't really experiment with decor or furniture at all. I have an extremely small room with only enough space for 3 furniture pieces (bed, wardrobe, side table) so could you do a video on how to decorate small spaces. I don't have much room to experiment with but I want to figure out my design interests. (Maybe even how to do small space storage in a way that is cute and goes with your decor)
I’ve just discovered you on UA-cam today.
How inspirational are you!
A real breath of fresh air!
I thought so much already from watching just two of your videos. Well done and keep it up x
Your videos are EXACTLY what I needed. I did indeed spend sleepless nights obsessing over items that are sustainable, cheap AND beautiful. This gave me so much relief, thank you!!
I watched the powder room make-over and looooved it 👌❤️ Also, love your ‘to the point’ advice - in this video and others 👏
Lots of great information and confirmation on some design choices I have made over the years, plus the added bonus of your fantastic humor thrown in for good measure! Thanks Caroline!
I loved this topic! I learned so much! What I got from this today, is finding your own personal style is a very self-reflective process. So happy I stumbled onto you. ❤❤❤
This was great! We’re in the process of building our own home and the interior portion is more daunting than the build itself!! Thank you for the refreshing take on decorating and the simple things to keep in mind.
Love the before and after pictures in this Video. They show so much change through little things. ✨
SO I'm pretty sure this is the first video of yours that I stumbled upon, which led to me bingeing your whole channel while being stuck sick at home for 2 months. I've never been a person who has had healthy enough mental health to ever notice how specifically interior design affected me, and your channel has seriously opened up a whole new world and interest I didn't even know I had! My home has been transformed by the smallest things in the past few weeks into a witchy maximalist antique paradise, and I'm excited to incorporate everything I've learned from your down to earth, hilarious, relatable vlogs and info videos. You are seriously the best. Thanks for putting yourself out there!
Caroline!!! I loveee you, EVERYTHING about you!! Cool, awesome, intense, sensible, thoughtful, fun, funny, strong, to-the-point, and so so much moreeeee!! Subscribed!
This is one of the most helpful, no nonsense interior design videos I’ve ever seen. Thank you!!
OMG! I love you. I am scared to death of making a decorating mistake and you just made me feel so much better. I love beautiful rooms and we are building a new home and I am looking for inspiration, a guide, a teacher! You are the best! I have learned more right here than anywhere else!
Ahhh, I can't get enough of your videos!! Thanks for being so damn fun to watch/listen to, and for making interior design accessible to newbs like me😊!
I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL and you are so real and have such a wonderful way of communicating!
"I have no motivation to share this extension with you except that I want you to thrive."
You share so much value without any affiliation. This is -- generosity! 🌺
I'm 15 seconds in and feel the need to comment to say I'm loving your direct no BS approach in the past two videos of yours. So fun and funny. Especially love the music clip for the title intro here. You're killing it!
I appreciated the tips about checking your closet to see the colors you gravitate towards and pinning everything and finding the patterns there. Thanks, great video!
I just stumbled into your channel and your tips and humor has kept me watching. Thanks for the great tips! Also, kindly consider making a few videos with practical advice for improving the look of each room. I know for sure we'll have a blast with that playlist 💘
The UA-cam algorithm strikes again. What a great discovery you've been, Caroline. I love your sense of humour, your personality, and your practical, no-nonsense suggestions. Subscribed.
Great video. I randomly came across it and loved it. When it comes to “design style” my problem is I love them all… but they can’t all coexist harmoniously in my space. Sometimes what I love about a particular restaurant, cafe, or hotel is that it’s different from my home, and I wouldn’t necessarily want to replicate them. However, after watching your video, I think I’ll be on the lookout for things I enjoy about those spaces that may work well in my home too. Thank you!
I love how you take the pressure out of it and give "allowance" to experiment and make mistakes. The note about designers spending years to learn about what works well together, too. I just found your channel, but I will be staying, because I feel like there is a lot to take away from this, and, as others already stated, the humor is really attractive. Just don't end up forcing yourself to the point where it becomes fake, I have seen to many channels losing credibility due to the pressure of the algorythm.
Thank you for posting the links; I would have loved to also know where the black round lamp came from, it looks so beautiful to me, but there is no link? The cleaning of the images (as before and after pictures) was also really helpful and as I suspect, took some extra time, so thank you for the effort! And good point to relate to clothes - I figured that if I surround myself with the colors that I feel good in (that match my skintone and such), I might as well feel good beeing at home. So far it worked well for me!
Now I'm off to watch the bathroom makeover video.🙂The organisation one was what brought me here; I loved that video, it is so down to earth!
I’m actually really stressed out about furnishing and renovating my new home. Your video just did the trick in alleviating that. I will find the fun in doing it, as per your wonderful advice. I needed this very much. Thank you.
Can't say it enough. Hands down you've been the most helpful, in the interior design world for me. Such great tips and easy to listen/watch type of videos. You have a great speaking voice, with just the right amount of enthusiasm. Thanks again for bringing the quality. It also helps that your personality and vlogs are a big bonus to this channel. 🙂👍👍
You are one of the most entertaining youtubers online today...fun, talented, and smart...I am always happy to see a new video of yours ...keep up the great work. Lois
Just found your channel-love your energy. I’m an aspiring interior designer and this vid was really interesting. Thank you.
Okay why is this channel not more popular. You have saved my life in terms of decorating and not stressing over all of it.
Im not a interior designer but studying architecture (city building) and I feel like a lot of the tips in this video translate very well! Thanks!
Love what you do on your channel, Caroline! I’m design challenged, and for my new apartment my only criteria has been “make sure I like my home more than staying at a 4 star hotel” 😂 also all the best vibes for your knee surgery 💚☮️
I am so happy to have found your channel! Finally, someone who is passionate about design without all the smoke-blowing and trendy BS. You are a breath of fresh air!
I just love-love-love your no bullship approach! Keep it coming, thanks for all the sane advice!
I have to say, the comment you made about looking at the clothes in your closet was genius. I never heard anyone use this example and it just made so much sense to me. Great tip.
Never disappointed with your videos. Again another one with a wealth of useful information. Really appreciate having great content in a fun and entertaining format.
Karen you made my day!❤️❤️
Agreed
So glad I found you!! I love the basic premise that life is short, don't agonize over every damn nuance. Choose and go!
Just discovered your channel. So much nuggets of info crammed into the video. You are absolutely brilliant at what you do and share.
Your videos are the highlight of my week! I laugh, I cry, I go do stuff with my home. Okay, I don't usually cry...
I’m a new subscriber and really enjoy your tip videos! I just started redecorating my rectangular studio and realize I have so much to get rid of lol!! Thank you for your tips and funny personality, boo!
I’m so glad to hear that!
@@Caroline_Winkler 🤗
I just love your outlook on design in general, so true. We all tend to stress ourselves out by looking at beautiful spaces in magazines, pinterest, and high end shops. Being an artist I couldn't agree more on the art. It makes your space personal and unique in seconds. Whether you frame your kids' first grade art project or get a high dollar painting both are the same, they are uniquely you.
You encourage us to be open & free and channel our inner style. I appreciate your guidance, for your support and inspiration!
I just found you Caroline, and you are hilarious and know what you are talking about. I am so glad that I found you, well my husband actually found you. Thanks for your guidance, I look forward to more from you. We have our house up for sell, I go around looking at things saying to myself, this could look better. I have gotten rid of so much stuff! And yes I have trouble because of emotional attachments. But I am working on that. We have about a 3000 miles to move. It makes me sick to think about it. And my husband has a ton of tools, he is a carpenter. Well thanks for listening or I guess it is reading.
I loved that bathroom video, you made it feel so warm💛 Love all your videos, you always make me smile, which we all need some of that😁 By the way love you in bangs, and as a retired hairstylist you did awesome. I remember you saying my hair should be wet, no I have curly hair I always cut my hair dry, especially bangs, or your going to look like your kindergarten pic where your Mom cut them way too short!!!!!! Ok I could go on, but I won't!!!!! Love the art work you got in Virginia, so awesome, !love thrift stores. Your really great, been catching up on your videos, so glad I found you🌹💕
Ahh wow thank you for this hair validation 🥲❤️😅 this is the highest compliment and frankly the only one I want. You’re too sweet
In a couple of days your channel has gained thousands of subscribers !!! Congrats! I adore your sarcasm and approach in functional real interior design. Thank you for reassuring me that my house didn’t have to look like a magazine
Just discovered you and I already love you. Straight to the bone you are. Thank you fir your uplifting and really fun way of giving your tips.
Needed the validation to keep tinkering! So easy to get overwhelmed by the indecision of what i want the ~completed~ space to be
It’s all about the #tinkerlife 😍