resources: Let's Get Organized - 05/11/07 09:36 AM
Studies show that working in a cluttered office not only impedes your productivity but it adds unnecessary stress and embarrassment. Even if your clients never see your office you will feel better and more professional if it is organized and efficient.
Courtesy of Cherri HurstHurst Class Organizing416.241.7618
Here are Ten Steps to Organizing … (0 comments)
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resources: Shelf Assistance - 05/11/07 09:33 AM
The following article was provided by my colleague Cherri Hurst of Hurst Class Organizinghttp://www.hurstclass.com/416.241.7618The sun is shining and I have been waiting all week to... organize my kitchen? I am not big on Spring Cleaning but turn that into Spring Organizing and you will have my full attention. On a day … (0 comments)
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resources: Protect Your Investment - 05/11/07 09:27 AM
Your home is typically one of the largest assets you will ever possess. With cottage season and long awaited road trips in the forecast, be sure that you protect your property and piece of mind while you're away. Or if you plan to move over the summer months, you might want … (0 comments)
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resources: Brampton Community Resources - 05/05/07 07:28 AM
Here is the link to the official "City of Brampton" website for all that you need to know about living, working and playing in Brampton -
http://www.city.brampton.on.ca/home.taf
And this link provides you with an online community news digest and events calendar, which is brought to you by Brampton Media Corp. Sign up for … (0 comments)
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resources: Brampton News - 04/29/07 07:21 AM
Once again, there is something to be said for reading the newspaper online. I do enjoy the Brampton Guardian because it brings me all of the local news and events I might need to know. However, it is delivered three times per week with a stack of grocery and department store … (0 comments)
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resources: Brampton Facts & History - 04/29/07 07:11 AM
Not having lived in Brampton all my life, I was eager to learn more about this city's history. I found all the facts and more at Wikipedia.org - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brampton,_Ontario
As of the 2006 Census reading, the population of Brampton was at 433,806 - so don't believe the highway signs leading into the … (0 comments)
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resources: Do you really know what clutter is ? - 04/28/07 03:37 PM
This article was included in a newsletter distributed by my good friend Lisa Moyles, a Business Coach in Connecticut - http://www.actioncoaching.com/lisamoyles/The article itself was written by Jill McKean - http://www.organizeit-now.com/
I felt it was important enough to share ...
Yes, clutter is what sits on top of your desk and on the floor … (5 comments)
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resources: Newsprint ! - 04/16/07 07:58 AM
I much prefer reading the newspaper online because the ink stays on the screen and my Blue Box stays empty ! So here are a few clippings from my weekend reading ... and I didn't even have to use the scissors.
"Garden room fad sprouting new roots" - http://www.thestar.com/Athome/article/202202
"Website helps avoid shoddy contractors" … (1 comments)
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resources: Moving Checklist - 04/16/07 07:44 AM
Here's another handy list from HGTV.ca (http://www.hgtv.ca/realestate/re_tools_check_moving.aspx). This would be a terrific handout for clients.
I'm curious to know if any stagers include a packing service along with the decluttering process or do you simply instruct the homeowner on which items can be put away before you return to stage the rooms.
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resources: Open House Checklist - 04/16/07 06:45 AM
If you go to the HGTV.ca website (http://www.hgtv.ca/realestate/re_tools_check_openhouse.aspx) you can download a handy "Open House Checklist" in pdf format.
In this section you'll also find other useful tools like a "Mortgage Calculator", "Real Estate Glossary" and a "Home Buying Worksheet".
I should note that all of this information is sponsored by Coldwell … (10 comments)
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resources: Credit Report & Rating (for Canadians) - 04/15/07 03:33 PM
Before buying a home, it's a good idea to check your credit report and rating. Did you know that you can get a summary of your credit history mailed to you, free of charge?
Equifax Canada - www.equifax.ca (1-800-465-7166)
TransUnion Canada - www.tuc.ca (1-866-525-0262)
Northern Credit Bureaus Inc. - www.creditbureau.ca
If you have difficulty … (0 comments)
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resources: Stain Busters - 04/15/07 03:15 PM
According to an article in WISH magazine, the best tips for rescuing fabric when disaster strikes are:
BAKING SODA - best for blood, crayon, sweatWHITE VINEGAR - best for alcohol, deodorant, sweatHYDROGEN PEROXIDE - best for chocolate, and as a whitening agentSODA WATER - best for red wine, beets, berries, grape juiceLEMON … (7 comments)
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resources: National Home Show - Toronto - 04/13/07 08:01 AM
Don't forget the National Home Show starts today (April 13) in Toronto. It takes place at the Direct Energy Centre at Exhibition Place through to April 22.
Here's a link to the Show site for ticket information -
http://www.nationalhomeshow.com/ME2/Sites/Default.asp?SiteID=80EA9EABB89F4FAFA51E00279F3D0AC4
There was also a good article in the Toronto Star today, about the … (1 comments)
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resources: Recycling On-line ! - 04/13/07 07:48 AM
Someone just told me about this international online service for recycling of goods - it appears to have everything from furniture to sporting goods and toys.
A great way to pick up some staging pieces or unload things that you no longer need.
http://www.freecycle.org/
It is part of the Yahoo Groups, so you … (1 comments)
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resources: Ovarian Cancer Canada - Havens for Healing - 04/08/07 09:16 AM
As mentioned earlier, my Association (CRDA) is involved in charity work for women living with Ovarian Cancer. The two groups in Canada dedicated to Ovarian Cancer have now joined forces for a louder voice against the "disease that whispers".
This is their new logo:
Here is a copy of the official announcement from … (2 comments)
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resources: Furniture Consignment Stores - 04/04/07 07:01 AM
I believe I mentioned this in one of my comments on another blog entry, but I'll post it here for everyone in the Toronto / GTA. This furniture consignment store is a great place to pick up staging inventory or pieces for clients - they carry everything from full suites of … (3 comments)
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resources: Another Resource Site - 03/30/07 12:50 PM
Here's another link to one of my favorite resource websites -
http://www.homebasics.ca/viewarticlesection.asp?subgroup=HD
It is a Canadian site. They have many useful and interesting articles on home and garden topics and you can also sign up for their email newsletter.
This article in particular was a good read - "Surviving the Home Renovation"
http://www.homebasics.ca/viewarticle.asp?articleid=3339
Enjoy !
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resources: Antique Shops & Flea Markets - 03/29/07 07:26 AM
I always love to browse and enjoy the thrill of finding old treasures. If you are in the Ontario Region, you'll like these links with a handy list of antique shops and flea markets.
http://www.antiqueshopsa2z.com/ontario.htm - If you navigate back to the home page on this one, it looks like a complete North American directory … (2 comments)
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resources: The Hurried Woman (or Man) and Stress - 03/28/07 08:50 AM
It's that time of year where we start to notice things again ... new growth, chirping birds, the neighbours. We also start to pay attention to what might have been neglected over the winter ... our gardens, garages and even our own health. Here is some good advice for all of … (3 comments)
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resources: Some of my favorite things ... - 03/27/07 11:18 AM
There is so much information to be found on the Internet with respect to our industry (and for our personal knowledge as well). We could search and read endlessly. But I have found several sites that I keep going back to because they are lively, fun and easy-to-read.
Just thought I … (7 comments)
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resources: Product Recalls & Warnings - 03/27/07 08:22 AM
The following website link (from the Ontario Fire Marshall's Office) contains frequently updated information on various product recalls and warnings for consumer safety purposes. http://www.ofm.gov.on.ca/english/Fir...ls/default.asp
If you are not in Ontario, I'm sure your local jurisdication would have a similar resource available. Again, this is something worth sharing with your clients / … (2 comments)
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resources: Color Resources - 03/25/07 03:39 PM
For those of you interested in color as it relates to redesign or staging (and who isn't ??), the Sherwin-Williams paint company has a great website with a lot of information.
http://www.swstir.com/use.do?method=topics
Also, I would be interested to know who has heard of the Dewey Color System - http://www.deweycolorsystem.com/default.htm and what are your thoughts … (5 comments)
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resources: Home Improvement Projects - 03/25/07 03:30 PM
For those that missed it on the HGTV.ca website, here is a great article on the "Ten Home Improvement Projects that Add Value" - http://www.hgtv.ca/articles/articledetails.aspx?ContentId=2113&cat=4&by=2
Why not start on some of these projects while you are still living in the home and can enjoy the effort of all your hard work ?
And … (5 comments)
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resources: ReDesign Industry - 03/25/07 10:28 AM
http://www.entrepreneur.com/startingabusiness/businessideas/article160010.html
This article on how to get started in the redesign industry appeared on the http://www.entrepreneur.com/ website in June 2006. It was a great boost for us redesigners - more and more people are taking notice and getting interested. ReDesign is definitely NOT just a trend, it is a very specialized niche … (4 comments)
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resources: Spring Cleaning - 03/25/07 10:11 AM
Can you feel the energy of a new season emerging all around you? The days are longer, the birds are singing every morning. It certainly is my favourite time of year. I feel inspired to do something around the house, but you can bet cleaning isn't exactly my first choice. Painting perhaps - … (1 comments)
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resources: Good Resource Site - 03/15/07 10:33 PM
http://www.homestars.ca/directory.aspx
This website link is a Toronto (GTA) directory of renovators, retailers and repairmen. A good resource list for tradespeople and home related services. Stagers can post their business listing at no charge. Your clients can then post their testimonials to your listing.
There is also a section for our counterparts in the Vancouver … (0 comments)
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resources: National Ovarian Cancer Association - 03/07/07 09:07 PM
The Canadian ReDesigners Association (CRDA) has partnered with the National Ovarian Cancer Association (NOCA) to ensure that women currently in treatment for ovarian cancer have a comfortable and harmonious room in their home in which to focus on rest and wellness. ReDesigners across Canada are volunteering their time and talent to create "Havens for Healing". … (2 comments)
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