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@natashasmith1165

3 ай бұрын

KB I had to come back on here to let you know I purchased the ritual synbiotic. I have been having gut issues for the past few months and have been searching for a three in one supplement that will help. Can't wait to get my order and I hope it will help. Thank you so much.

Kiva- thank you for saying what needed to be said: Top sheets are not optional! In addition to the hygiene reasons for using one, it also adds to the sensorial experience of getting into your bed, as well as an extra insulating layer. I will forever be #teamtopsheeet ❤

@4WallsDesigns

3 ай бұрын

Agreed! When did this become a trend ?

@annetteharris8296

3 ай бұрын

I don't like the harsh feel of a comforter or duvet next to my skin. I have to have a top sheet.

@ftumi

3 ай бұрын

Wow! I was just asked about this! A non-US living person asked why do people in the US use an upper sheet? My answer was basically a book but, I also thought about the reasons for having a duvet cover.. for example: it's cleaner lol instead of only washing the comforter how many times one does it's certainly not as clean as sheets. I wash my sheets every 4 th day which includes: my duvet cover. Now, I also use a top sheet. But as I was writing answering the question I was thinking about it and you really don't need a top sheet! The duvet cover is basically a top sheet. (Duvet cover=top sheet , comforter=duvet insert or duvet) With this in mind and hopefully you're not flipping and throwing it all around lol😅 meaning the side that's up and not touching your skin isn't flipped around you should be good! Another plus is the time saving of making / not making your bed.... In hotel's they are not using duvet covers (thought about doing this) they're using 2 top sheets! It's basically what a duvet cover is minus the sewing/ closure parts ! Genius! Putting one top sheet where you normally would then the duvet (a couple inches lower then the sheet) then the other top sheet on top of the duvet aligned with it and they flip over the first, top sheet that's now on the bottom. Much easier, time efficient and cleaner seeing that they're ripping off all the sheets and throwing them in the wash everyday. What do you think? @annetteharris8296 ( you) mentioned that you don't like the harshness of the comforter or duvet on your skin. Totally get that and agree. But, that's where the duvet COVER comes into play. If you have a comforter, not a duvet or duvet insert, you must always always always use a top sheet. (Hmmm now I'm thinking putting a duvet cover on an older decorative comforter to keep it clean longer ,save dry cleaning bills! Lol! And yes, that would still need a top sheet though lol) I certainly agree with you but not only for the material the feeling but for cleanliness. Again, This is where the duvet comes in. I wash mine with my sheets. I still use a top sheet out of "that's what you do" and I always buy a top sheet with any I'm buying etc but, logically it's a sheet really (read above) and I now, CONSCIOUSLY, try to forget my top sheet lol. Another thing, I rewatch Ed the sheet part and she says in the layer part , " have a top sheet then quilt or blanket then Duvet then throw" besides her not mentioning the duvet cover I looked closer and she doesn't have one on her duvet. Interesting! Btw 😆 I've seen a couple friend's beds without a top sheet with their thick, decorative comforter and was grossed out! Never did that! It's basically the equivalent of not putting a fitted sheet over your mattress cover lol. Don't get me started on the people that just have their mattress exposed. That's a whole other topic lol it's such a pet peeve I tend to see that in the background of People's selfies online. What do you guys think?

Am I the only one that just uses their bed to sleep in?😂😂 Yes, I have a Kindle, but havent had a TV in the bedroom in years. I agree with the hospital corners and having a scent associated with sleep does help. ❤❤

@cindysharp4466

3 ай бұрын

I do all sorts of things while in bed. I watch tv, read, watch KZread, scroll social media, do my nails, organize my makeup etc. 😂

@Ad-Lo

3 ай бұрын

No TV, but I use my bed for working, chatting, reading and relaxing.

@kayannhorn233

3 ай бұрын

Nope,you are not the only one.Me too.No tv, phone.

@tfh5575

3 ай бұрын

if i’m at home alone im usually in bed unless i’m in the kitchen cooking or eating 😭

@Iknowyoumadnow

3 ай бұрын

​@@cindysharp4466that's why yo ass be up all night

The best scent in every room is the scent of clean. Artificial fragrances--what most people use even when they think they're using 100% natural--are toxic. Even though we feel sick, irritated, or uncomfortable most of the time, it never occurs to most people that their scented candles, sentsy's, sprays, etc. are contributing to both physical & emotional illness.

@ros8986

3 ай бұрын

they also cause asthma for many people.

@saffylllama5609

3 ай бұрын

What about essential oil?

@ThatPlacefkaNebraskaBugeater

3 ай бұрын

@@saffylllama5609 100% pure essential oils are not artificial & are not toxic when used correctly. However, not all oils that claim to be 100% pure essential oils actually are. To find the highest quality product I possibly could, I researched the 40 top rated essential oil producers in six countries. As a result, I use doTerra essential oils exclusively--nothing else comes close to the quality of their oils & the integrity of the business.

@ThatPlacefkaNebraskaBugeater

Ай бұрын

@@saffylllama5609 Most essential oils on the market are adulterated with chemicals or, at the very least, additional oils that are not what you are led to believe you are buying/using. Granted, oil blends are fine as long as you can be certain of what's really inside the bottle. I researched the 40 top essential oil companies in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and France to find the purest essential oils I could before I decided what company I trusted to produce the highest quality essential oils I needed. I've used doTerra essential oils for more than a decade. I've sampled oils from other companies, but they simply don't compare in quality or in integrity.

Love the idea of a layer bed, but as a hot sleeper in TX, I just admire from afar 😂

My mom worked in hotels in the uk before emigrating to the USA. She knew how to make hospital corners. She taught me how to do it. I still make hospital corners bc it makes the bed look made. But some in my home complain they dont like the struggle to free themselves out at the foot of the bed. 😂. Having an organized bed stand is important so you can just get in Bed and relax. I use baskets and I like having a nightstand with drawers to put away eye glasses body lotion tubes pens or books. A suspended light helps keep the top of the night stand free of the lamp. Nice work Kiva! ❤

@erinpartenheimer200

3 ай бұрын

same here! I fold the end of the top sheet towards the headboard before tucking it in..makes everyone happy..

@cherylwiggins4316

3 ай бұрын

While I think the hospital corners look nice, my heavy mattress makes it hard to lift those corners. Sometimes I have trouble with the fitted sheets.

I honestly see to this Video to calm my anxiety down or depression

My favorite scent is the pinyon-juniper forest outside my home. I got rid of my clothes dryer and dry outside. The first time I drove up, I signed an offer. Every time I come home, it's the same. My home in Dallas had scented flowers and shrubs at the front door, patio, and windows.

Best organic comforter - silk filled comforter - no cold spots like down.

Couple of points. One tucked sheets make me absolutely insane and it is the thing I hate the most is having to fight to get the covers up. Also I live in Mexico where ten month out of the year a sheet is too hot. I would love some tips for those of us living in a tropical or warm climate. It is typical in Sweden to not sleep with a top sheet and each person has their own duvet the cover gets washed at the same time as the rest of the bedding. I adopted this in Mexico because it is more comfortable during our winter days when I need a comforter. I admit I love the lux look but not practical

I live in Alabama, all of those layers on the bed are a huge nope for me 😂. I intentionally bought just a thin quilt as my blanket because while yes, winters are cold, winter isn't lasting as long as it used to. So, I have more months where it's hot. VERY hot. I'm already using my AC on some days (I need to get some more fans) and it's just early March. We *might* have one last cold snap to end the season but if not, it will not become sweater weather here until probably mid December. The fluffy beds look great, but that just feels like it would make way more laundry, along with the possibility of being way too hot. Sorry, didn't mean for that comment to come off as a negative Nancy, lol 😅. I wish I still lived up north (used to live in Alaska a lifetime ago).

@jtsenior6564

3 ай бұрын

Agreed...all those layers would be too hot in Jamaica. I have two layers 😅

@mystifrazier5823

3 ай бұрын

West Tx!!! So hot all the time. I love a nice looking bed but I have to achieve it with pillows instead of top layers.

@BewareTheLilyOfTheValley

3 ай бұрын

@@mystifrazier5823 Yes, this is the direction I went with as well 😂.

Can you do a video on bedsheets? I am trying to give my bed a luxury feel like the last hotel I visited.

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Yes for sure!!

"a gradually rising fake sun" LOL 😂🌞

Love your candle warmer. I ALWAYS forget to blow out candles so I'm buying one.

You look great. Hope you are feeling great too! I definitely am going to look into the candle warmer. I hate having to remember to blow out the candles.

Happy to see you back❤

Thank you Kiva so glad to see you back much love ❤️

Thank you Kiva for another wonderful video! Always sooooo inspiring ❤ love all your ideas and the colors in your bedroom and bathroom 😊❤

Wow. You knocked it out of the park on this video. I loved everything about it and would love to bring this into existence. Please start a folder for me and put this in it for when I call you to come out and do my home. This was absolutely one of the many videos I love that you created. Keep doing your thing and I will see you soon.

Been checking out your awesome decor tips,for a while. I'll be glad when I can get my housing back in order;to use your advice.

Wonderful information. Thx Kiva!

I love the layer bed and soft light. Thank you for making this video Kb

Happy Fri-Yay Kiva! I pray you had a wonderful week and that you have a great weekend! Now lemme go check out this video!

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Have an amazing weekend!! Thank you 💕💕

@IamDrSaki

3 ай бұрын

@@KivaBrent You're quite welcome, and I will. 🥰

Hey beautiful I love your blouse so pretty on you happy Friday haul 💙 I haven’t find a light scent that I found yet 😊 your home is stunning and gorgeous love your style and taste 😊 have a fabulous weekend 💗🌈💜💙🦋💚

Great, great video!! Love that you mentioned turn down - that would be a great video! Love your content!

Adding a sofa to my bedroom has been an absolute game changer. I'm enjoying it so much. Now, it's currently partially covered in clothing & other things I need to put away 😂...but still

Always luv ur tips OMG where is that vase from The one on the nightstand table with the tulips I WANT Pls let me know Thanks for sharing

@pjg6019

3 ай бұрын

I thought it looks like a bidet 😄

I luv watching your videos it makes me so happy ❤

People are discovering that all those laundry scents are toxic, and many of these common products are carcinogenic.

@cmlady1432

18 күн бұрын

Essential oils in a diffuser 😊

I'm going to try all of the tips..thank

Great advice , as usual!

I've been doing hospital or military corners since l was in the Army. It really makes a difference along with pillows.

Absolutely live this... Thank you and hope you're feeling better. Love from Edinburgh 😊

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

I’m feeling so much better. Thank you so much :)

I’m obsessed with you !!! Thank you

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Omg you’re the best! Thank you! 💕💕

I so enjoy watching your videos. Your advice is great thanks so much ❤

Thank you for always giving us great content

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Aw thank so much for watching! Have an amazing weekend :)

I'm working on getting some rugs because its just sooo comfy and beautiful ! ❤

Ohh I’m excited for this video 😁😁

These are very practical tips that anyone can incorporate. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

Love the ideas I currently do the whole bed thing where I have the quilt, the duvet and throw just for I end up getting the hatch which is like the lighting gradually wakes you up you can have sounds is really nice in the morning to wake up that way, I feel you on that iPhone alarm 😂

You are amazing!Thanks!

@KivaBrent

Ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!!

I didn’t know that candle warmers existed. That’s awesome. Much easier way to use my candles.

@summertime7781

3 ай бұрын

Love this video! Can you share link for your candle warmer?

Great, informative video Kiva!! May I ask for the link for the prints above your nightstands? They’re fabulous

Dannngggg, great tips.

Great ideas!

@KivaBrent

2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

Kiva, we should be particular about chemical burning and artificial scents in enclosed spaces. There are long term health risks to think through.

I found your channel and I’m in love now. I was watching the 10 tips to make your bedroom feel expensive and where did you get those task light that are over those brown chairs those lights are gorgeous.

Love your bedroom !!! What color is on the walls in your bedroom ? Where did you get the wall lighting on the side of your bed ? And where did you get the creamy vase next to you when you start your video ?

Thank you for the inspo and direction for those of us who are uninspired and lost. May i ask where your rug is from please?

Thanks for the video. Where did you get your shirt from? Thanks

Your pillow tips are so helpful! I never know how to arrange them 😂

You have the best art...

Where is your top from? I love it!

I was expecting you to talk about what type of Sheets we should use.

Kiva, where did you find the legged tray? I love it!! You look great!

ASAP: cord management

Hello Kiva❤️ I hope you’re feeling better, please tell me where you purchased that lamp on the stand behind you I can’t stop looking at it!😆

Kiva, great tips.I also put a mini humidifier on my nightstand. Side note: Where is your blouse from? ❤

Hey, Kiva!!!

Kiva, please provide a link for your bed. Thanks

Good day sunshine ☀️

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Happy Friday!!

Hi Kiva! Do you have a link for the vase behind you?

I’ve been a nurse for more years than I like to admit. I learned how to do hospital corners my first week of college. I still to this day make them the bed always look neat. I love all your ideas except down pillows I’m 🦩 highly allergic. So my pillows don’t look neat.

I cant wait to close on my house..i'm going to live on this channel, I hope baby girl answer questions

You look great 🎉

@KivaBrent

3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

KB love that shirt!! May I have it 😊

8:06 yep, my mom suggested this back in the 90's it makes a big difference.

this was super helpful ! thanks Kiva. What's the paint used behind your headboard? Gorgeous

Where did you get the sculpture vase from? (Behind you in this video)

@DIY WITH KB What are your thoughts on a duvet cover? When mentioning layering, you didn't mention it

How do you dress the bed in summer? It's too hot for quilts, duvets or throws.

After watching this, I need a nice throw at the end of my bed. Thank you

I can’t find the link to the candle, warmer lamp

Kiva, I want a headboard/footboard for my king bed that is one of the fully adjustable kind (head and foot adjust). Do regular beds fit these or are there only certain makers for this. I see you have one and your bed is adjustable. My husband keeps telling me they won’t work with our bed! Live your channel.

@mystifrazier5823

3 ай бұрын

I had these questions a few years ago. I ended up going to a high end furniture store and asking my questions. I actually found a bed in there that I fell in love with. I waited a few months and, for July 4th, they had a big sale. I was able to get the bed and, since it had to be ordered, I made a few payments and I have a bed that I love for the first time in my marriage…38 years! Hope this helps.

@jilldavis5769

3 ай бұрын

@@mystifrazier5823 Thanks very much for the info. Were there special ones for fully adjustable beds or did any type work?

@mystifrazier5823

3 ай бұрын

@@jilldavis5769 I told the sales associate what I needed and he took me to look at what he had available. I took pictures of the sales tags so I could look it up online later. I just happened to get a better deal with their sale than I would have gotten anywhere else that I knew to look. I just know that the frame has to be very sturdy. There are also frames available for purchase without a head and footboard that are economical.

I only live in a home with an east window in my bedroom. The softest wakeup ever. Even apartments know which apartments have east windows in the bedroom.

I like how you say the first thing you notice when walking into someone’s house is how is smell, United it’s covered in dirt. Well! In my place you get to experience both: It smells AND it’s covered in dirt!😅👃🏻💩🤦🏻‍♀️

Kiva, looking beautiful in blue.

Hey can you share a link for the blue curved love seat at 12:37?

❤

Is it bad to use a king bedspread on a queen bed?

I rather be at home, thanks to Kiva's tips !

Oh oh!!! Can you do a video on how to make your home luxurious when you have a pet? Pet stuff is so hideous. I have a cat. The struggle is real! 💟

@ftumi

3 ай бұрын

Luxurious or more so cleaner I. E. Pet hair? I suggest a duvet cover that you wash every time you wash your sheets

@nonfictionfeminist

13 күн бұрын

There are litter boxes you can buy that look like cabinets, and also litter boxes with plant holders installed in the top. There are cat trees. You can get that have carved wood stems for a more clean and modern look. Highly recommend hooded litter boxes, they have stairs for disabled kitties, they keep in the smell, and that way you're not looking into the litter box. If you have a scratch pad of some kind, they're often made out of jute, put it low on the wall where they can reach it to scratch it. Then get a large frame from a thrift store or someplace, and anchor that around the edges of the scratch pad.

@nonfictionfeminist

13 күн бұрын

Also, I understand this isn't practical for everyone, but our house has a lot of storage space. I use use one of my closets just for cat things. Extra cat toys are stored on the top shelf, and the litter box fits into the closet as well. I closed the doors most of the way until there's just enough space for the cat to get in and out of the closet.

Thank you for letting folks know they need a top sheet! Why just why do people not use them. I get the people that lived abroad.

@ftumi

3 ай бұрын

Hehe Tell me please what you understand about it only if they're from overseas? Just spoke about this with 2 different people

I went into Hollister with my granddaughter years ago. I don’t remember scents. But I remember it being so dark you could barely see. And the music was loud, so you couldn’t talk. I usually let my husband go in that store. My nightstand has a touch lamp, which I hate, on it. I hit it accidentally when my husband is asleep. Then you have to keep touching it until it goes off. I’m going to change them out. I bought one of the big arm pillows if I read in bed. We have a metal headboard. And it isn’t comfortable to sit up against. I have three dogs sleeping on my bed. I have to kind of roll my comforter to the side so I don’t have to use it. I really want the dogs off our bed. My bedroom is carpeted. So I don’t need a rug. My dogs would just pee on it. My nightstands have two usb ports for me to charge things. I don’t think my husband even has his plugged in. My bedroom doesn’t have room for anymore furniture. I’ve always wanted a chair. But there’s nowhere to put one. The one thing I’m going to do is get rid of the stupid touch lamps.

I plan to shift to a suspended light to get my lamp off the nightstand.

I hate top sheets 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@ftumi

3 ай бұрын

Hehe do you have a duvet cover?

One thing to be mindful with scents if you have pets. There are many essential oils that can be toxic to pets.

@ftumi

3 ай бұрын

Especially tea tree! Underrated comment 😊

Why, pray tell, would I want my bedroom to look like a hotel room, unless I have a lot of visitors in & out, coming and then, going.

@mystifrazier5823

3 ай бұрын

I only worked part time jobs while we raised our daughters. Now I’m a full time grandmother. Being in my house most of the day, it makes me feel good to see nicely made beds when I’m flitting around the house.

Some folks are allergic to sent. It’s a no no for me.

@mystifrazier5823

3 ай бұрын

I have serious issues with migraines. Scents can trigger one right away. My son in law likes strong scents and I feel so rude when I have to ask them to turn their Scentsy warmers off before I visit. I have found that I can tolerate a light vanilla, coconut or linen breeze scent for a short period of time. The struggle is real!

*sigh* Oh how I dream of all these things 😂 I have one black dog that lies on my bed in the day and then a white hairy moulting dog who sleeps on it with me all night!!! I know, "" don't let them"....... I don't like the howling!!!

@ftumi

3 ай бұрын

As do I! 2 of them lol I now use a duvet cover on my duvet. I also have my throw in the corner but, also theirs. It's a softer, for short faux fur -ish throw that they gravitate towards away from mine and also in the opposite corner so, they're not smack in the middle lol Maybe that'll help?

@DGKK55

3 ай бұрын

Thanks, but, Tulip (the white one) likes to be warm and sleeps back to back against me, drives me nuts, but, 7 years down the line, too late for change.

@ftumi

3 ай бұрын

@@DGKK55 aww! Lol have to tell you one of mine sleeps on my head on top of my pillows. It's uncomfortable but, I wouldn't have IT ANY OTHER WAY lol And when I did that it was by accident, it just happened that way and I got upset with my other baby and called him over to me. I had separation anxiety lol he also prefers to sleep with his back in mine. This provides good lumber support lol When my service dog was going through training it was suggested to me that she sleep next to me on the floor by my head (😂 that's actually, Dani, the one who sleeps ON MY head lol) I just couldn't I tried one night (my bed is only a couple inches off the floor) and had to have my arm / hand hanging down on her lol

@DGKK55

3 ай бұрын

*sigh* we're martyrs to our cause 😂😂😂

You talk about having pillows to watch TV. A TV doesn’t belong in a bedroom. A bedroom is for two purposes, one of them is sleeping and the other one is not watching TV. This also applies to exercising exercise equipment or work areas.

Who’s this skinny Kiva? Where did the other Kiva go?

Hi Kiva! Do you have a link for the vase behind you?

@rohanamiller2293

3 ай бұрын

Yes please the navy gold lamp p, please reveal the source❣️ i’m a forever fan of of you👏