Meet Erin Desabelle | DIY Home Influencer

We had the good fortune of connecting with Erin Desabelle and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Erin, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?
I started my business because I was tired of seeing the same beige, builder-grade spaces everywhere—and I knew I couldn’t be the only one craving more personality, color, and creativity in a home. What began as weekend DIYs and thrift flips turned into a full-blown passion for transforming spaces on a budget, in a way that actually feels like home. I wanted to show other women—especially those juggling real life, families, and limited time—that they could do it too. My goal was to build a community where moody, maximalist design is celebrated and where every project proves you don’t need a massive budget to create a space that reflects who you are.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
My “art” lives in the in-between—the in-between of chaos and creativity, of dated and dreamy. I transform builder-grade spaces into bold, moody, vintage-inspired homes that reflect personality instead of resale value. What sets me apart is that I don’t hide the mess. I show the process. I want people to see the real moments: the unfinished projects, the budget constraints, the creative pivots, and the wins that come after a dozen tries.

I’m most proud of the community I’ve built—especially the women who’ve messaged me saying, “You made me believe I could do this, too.” That’s the magic. That’s why I keep showing up.

Getting here wasn’t easy. I built this brand while working full time, managing grad school, raising a family, and figuring it out as I went. There were a lot of late nights, failed ideas, and moments of doubt. But I learned to treat challenges like design problems—there’s always a solution, even if it means reworking the plan or finding a workaround with a thrifted gem and a paintbrush.

If there’s one thing I want people to know about my brand, it’s this: You don’t need a dream budget to create a dream home. You just need vision, grit, and the belief that your home should reflect you. The.Dessy.Dwelling isn’t just a name—it’s a reminder that your story belongs in every corner of your space.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
If my best friends came to visit the Dallas-Frisco area, I’d plan a week that blends local charm, vintage treasure hunting, and unforgettable food. We’d kick things off in Frisco with lunch at The Heritage Table, a cozy farm-to-table spot in a restored 1917 house, followed by a stroll through the Rail District to check out local art and boutiques. We’d dig for gems at vintage and antique hotspots like Frisco Mercantile, Lula B’s in Dallas, and the Antique Company Mall in McKinney. One night would be spent at Rare Books Bar—a secret speakeasy tucked behind a bookcase—for cocktails and moody vibes. We’d explore The Star, tour the Cowboys’ HQ, and hit up the National Videogame Museum for some retro fun. Food-wise, we’d bounce between staples like Legacy Hall’s food stalls, Snowbird Cocktail Lounge, and Didi’s Downtown for live music. We’d spend a day in Bishop Arts District soaking in local art and shops, and make time for a trip to a Dallas Cowboys or Texas Rangers game. To round it all out, we’d have a chill day at Klyde Warren Park with food trucks, followed by a fancy dinner in Uptown Dallas. Basically, it’d be a week full of character, creativity, and carbs—just the way we like it.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
Absolutely—my shoutout goes to my grandfather. After my parents divorced when I was young, every time I was with my dad, we ended up at my grandparents’ house. My grandfather was a self-taught carpenter, and from a really early age—elementary school, even—he was teaching me how to use power tools, how to build things with my own two hands, and how to solve problems creatively. I didn’t realize it at the time, but those early moments in his workshop laid the foundation for everything I do today. He never made it feel like I was “just a kid” or that I couldn’t do something because I was a girl. He just handed me the drill and said, “Here’s how it works.” His patience, his love for creating, and his belief in my ability to do hard things are a huge part of the reason I started this business and why I show up every day for my DIY community.

Website: www.the.dessydwelling.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.dessy.dwelling