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Fans of wholesome television have a double treat in store, as the UPtv network launches its new series, "Design Twins," on Valentine’s Day.The reality series makes its debut at 8 pm Eastern time (ET) on February 14, and features twin sisters, Heidi and Heather, who team up to start an interior design business aimed at providing families with creative, beautiful and functional spaces.

To get the new venture off the ground, the twins move their families in together to save money and increase efficiency.Viewers can empathize with their challenges as the twins, together with their husbands and a total of seven children under the age of 6, work to nurture both their families and their growing business, aptly named "Joyful Living."The Atlanta, Georgia-based UPtv makes it a full

night of love for Valentine’s Day this season by also airing the much-anticipated wedding of Josie Bates and Kelton Balka at 9 pm ET on the popular series, "Bringing Up Bates," following the premiere of "Design Twins."The wedding features a picturesque outdoor country setting and plenty of family participation in the festivities."At UPtv, we celebrate family and life’s biggest moments," says Amy Winter, general manager and evp.

"We are excited to add ‘Design Twins’ to our Thursday night lineup as we continue to bring viewers uplifting and inspiring stories."Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love and romance, but the network keeps heartwarming stories upfront year-round with new episodes of UPtv’s hit series on Thursday nights, movie premieres on the weekend and fan-favorite acquired series throughout the week.

UPtv continues the themes of love and family in 2019 with UP Faith & Family. The streaming service offers a variety of commercial-free, faith- and family-friendly entertainment anytime, anywhere. UP Faith & Family offers endless hours of movies, drama series and kids’ programming. It’s also the exclusive home for past seasons of UPtv originals.In February, UP Faith & Family will be adding the wedding-themed reality series, "Our Wedding Story," and "Crazy Beautiful Weddings," as well as other romance-themed programs, including the movies, "Bridal Bootcamp" and "Love’s Last Resort." New titles are added monthly.

Prospective viewers can enjoy a 14-day free trial of the service by downloading the UP Faith & Family app or visiting Upfaithandfamily.com.For more information about UPtv, go to UPtv.com or check for updates on Facebook at facebook.com/Uptv, Twitter on @Uptv and Instagram at UP_TV.