Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Consignment Shopping

I have an agent client who is paying for a vignette staging on one of her listings. Vignette staging means that you focus on using small amounts of furniture and lots of art and accessories or small vignettes to tell the story and warm the space.

So I hit the shops yesterday just looking for some new art to address and draw out the focal points of each space and to diffuse any issues that are presently glaring. I found almost everything I needed.

I live in Charlotte but shopping almost always means a trip to Gastonia for me. There are a few consignment shops there that I just love and can count on having some pieces that I could not afford otherwise.

I got 2 great mirrors, a screen, 5 pieces of art, some wire work, and few nice florals. I found more than my budget would allow me to purchase but with the new WOW factor and my 1000 square foot warehouse I will be able to pull that job together and make those spaces look awesome on a budget.

Monday, February 15, 2010

The Perfect Color in only moments, with no mistakes

Selecting paint from thousands of colors in paint decks has always been terrifying. Recently I learned the secrets and the science of making that process a snap by completing color certification training, "The Art and Science of Color."

This earned me the distinction of becoming a Certified Color Consultant, recognised by The Decorating and Staging Academy, the WCAA, CHF, RESA, and IRIS.

As an interior decorating professional I have the responsibility to keep my clients current on the trends happening within the industry. People are intimidated by color but are desperate to have it in their homes. This training will enable me to bring the latest techniques and trends to my clients.

Traditional interior design can take a alot of time and money. Adding the right color to a space can give you instant gratification for a fraction of the cost. Check out my website for services and pricing or call me at 704-517-6653. If you want a room that is transformed for a price tag you can afford call today for a Color Consultation and get a free Personal Color Palette.