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Betsy Helmuth explores the psychological effects and design uses of blue and purple, shares tips on carpeting, making your home smell good, and warming up a space without changing wall paint. Plus, a promotion for an online class bundle. 0:00 Becoming a premium member 1:25 Introduction to today's episode on purple and blue 2:12 Popularity and psychological effects of blue 3:58 Limitations of blue in certain spaces 6:04 Transition to discussing purple 7:20 Appropriate uses of purple in design 11:28 Listener question: Do's and don'ts with carpeting 16:09 Listener question: Making your home smell good 19:00 Listener question: Warming up a home without changing wall paint - Blue is a versatile color that promotes relaxation and can make small spaces feel larger, but it's best avoided in areas where high productivity is needed. - Purple can be challenging to use in interiors due to its high vibration and rarity in nature, making it feel exotic and sometimes uncomfortable. - Incorporating fabrics like drapes and