Visit us at our new location at:
27 Lafayette Rd., Hampton Falls, NH, 
​long-time home of Cottage Chic.
(We're joining Margie & Bear with our furniture and home décor that complement pieces that you already love.)

Creative home decorating.
Taking the stress out of making your home beautiful.
Why BTB? Because working with me is:
Creative and Affordable
I believe that making your space beautiful doesn't have to cost a fortune. Whether we use pieces that are new, repurposed, or refreshed, my primary goal is to keep your design affordable and stay on budget.
I like to find ways to incorporate your existing treasures before we shop for new pieces. My DIY techniques help to keep costs down while creating a space that feels like a warm blanket at the end of a long day.
Collaborative and Simple
With your input and any inspiration you have, I’ll put together a design that is uniquely yours–one that represents your style, your needs, and your values.
And with my direction, creating your dream space will be simple and stress-free.
My Vision
I know that decorating your home can be overwhelming. Television gives us unrealistic expectations when it comes to working on projects. Within an hour (and sometimes 30 minutes), there's a completely finished, gorgeous house and homeowners that are deliriously happy. Nope. It's not real. It takes time–sometimes a long time–and sometimes involves lots of stress.
I feel your pain and want to take it away. Pulling together a beautiful, cohesive design that flows seamlessly and gives you a functional and intentional space is what I love to do.
I find ways to incorporate your treasured furnishings into your new design so that you can display pieces that have special meaning to you. After all, your home should represent all things that you love and that make you feel comfortable. Your home tells your story. And that story is told to all who visit. 
~Kerri
​Your DIY Decorator
I'm Kerri Durkee, your DIY Decorator. I'm passionate, approachable, and absolutely love what I do! I understand the pride that we have in our home, and love to help clients create spaces that they want to show off.
​I'm a certified Interior Decorator and Home Stager and have completed training at The Academy of Design and Decorating and Home Staging Resource.
In response to some of my clients' struggles, I've created a FREE download called the 5-Step Roadmap to Creating Your Dream Space to help overwhelmed, confused or stuck DIYers. Download here.
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