decorator: Prosperity Plan Provides Hope To Interior Design Industry During Economic Crisis - 10/05/08 06:24 PM
Press Release:
Groundbreaking Interior Design Summit unveils progressive marketing strategies and inspiration so interior design firms thrive during the Recession. 13 top marketing gurus, renowned business coaches, best-selling authors and media-savvy interior designers share success secrets in inaugural tele-summit October 28, 29 & 30, 2008. Find out why third largest design … (0 comments)
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decorator: Painting - Save Time & Money With Designer Paints? YES! - 08/22/08 03:24 PM
As you likely remember I prepared my house for sale. There were numerous upgrades we put in but the one job we did is the most time consuming as well as providing the most $ROI.
We painted the entire house...well I painted the entire house. Since we were selling I went … (16 comments)
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decorator: Who's Your Favorite Designer? - 06/14/08 11:04 PM
I love all kinds of decorating styles, and have many that I like, but one of my personal favorites is Betty Lou Phillips. Her inspirations are mostly from France, Italy, England, Portugal and beyond with a Tuscan and Mediterranean feel. I've learned to love all aspects of design. Incorporating what you love is important … (19 comments)
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decorator: What's in a Business Name? Take the Time To Get it Right! - 05/18/08 04:48 PM
When we start our own business (staging) we spend a lot of time in the preparation. The most time consuming task for myself was selecting the business name. I have pages of ideas. Ultimately I decided on '2 Hounds Design'...which was not my marketing guru's favorite (to be polite).
With Active Rain … (23 comments)
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decorator: Staging your listing to sell, What does it mean? - 05/14/08 04:11 PM
I'm sure a lot of people have heard the buzz word "Staging" when it comes to selling a home. There are several shows on HGTV that are specifically about Staging. I thought there may be a need to clarify some aspects of staging to the general public.
Staging is a … (0 comments)
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decorator: Staging your listing to sell, What does it mean? - 05/14/08 04:09 PM
I'm sure a lot of people have heard the buzz word "Staging" when it comes to selling a home. There are several shows on HGTV that are specifically about Staging. I thought there may be a need to clarify some aspects of staging to the general public.
Staging is a specialized … (0 comments)
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decorator: Great Article for Sellers in Parade Magazine this weekend - 05/05/08 10:36 AM
There was an interesting article in this weekend's Parade Magazine that every home seller should read. Not any of the Real Estate articles. But the "Make Over a Room for $100" by Lisa Quinn. Need I say more than to quote the first line: "You can improve any room with out … (1 comments)
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decorator: Decorating a New Home - 04/24/08 09:03 PM
Any thoughts on decorating a new home. My builder in Chesapeake has hired a dreadful decorator and we had to redo a lot of the work because of it. Usually the decorators do a good job but this one was horrible. We didn't even end with with a kids bedroom. Just what we call "grannies" … (3 comments)
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decorator: What is Home Staging? Seems Many Think it Simply Means Emptying Out the Rooms! - 03/24/08 12:43 PM
O.K. now that I've got your attention...
I've been looking at some of the very recent staging 'gradutates' new websites and their portfolios. This post is not about the training course they have taken as I have no idea what they are taught. They do post their newly purchased Trademark alphabets though, … (9 comments)
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decorator: Invite to Home Garden Show Fort Myers, FL - 03/23/08 11:32 AM
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decorator: Spring Redecorating * Color It Fresh * LIVING SPACES * Kelowna Decorator Stager - 02/23/08 05:45 PM
Spring is approaching! A wonderful way over the last bit of winter doldrums before spring gardening time actually arrives, is the cleaning out and refreshing of home interiors. Thoughts begin to turn toward cheery colors, accents, painting and redecorating.
Meadow Suite I
Art Print
Novak, Shirley
Affordable Art Prints
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decorator: Interior Designers and Feng Shui - 02/21/08 06:57 PM
Here I go...but I just had to share my experience from last weekend.
Saturday I met a client and his Interior Designer at the office he had asked me to feng shui. After I had gone through the building the designer arrived. She was loaded for bear. I explained to her that … (6 comments)
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decorator: Downtown Toronto Real Estate Home Staging Decorating Firm - It's More Than A Business - It's A Philosophy - 02/06/08 05:57 AM
Downtown Toronto's 2 Hounds Design Believes In a Better World
At 2 Hounds Design we have a strong sense of responsibility to the well being of the Earth and our clients.
Energy + Environment
Our servers are 100% Powered by Certified Green Renewable Energy Sources on Toronto's Hostpapa Indoor Air Quality
Low VOC Paint … (1 comments)
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decorator: From Merlot To Chardonnay Texas Style - 02/02/08 07:22 PM
A Home office with a lot of elements going on. The owner had several interest, flying, ranching, sailing, sports and sports cars. While there was a lot to look at, every nook and cranny was filled. We took if from a Merlot color sponge gold paint to a darker Chardonnay. And removed all … (4 comments)
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decorator: Downtown Toronto Real Estate Decorator + Home Stager - 2 Hounds Design - 01/31/08 03:08 PM
Even in the typically slower sales months, Downtown Toronto is anything but typical!
The 2008 spring rush to buy Real Estate in Downtown Toronto is on...and it's only January!
That's right, new MLS listings for Downtown Toronto are coming on line every hour. Spring comes early in Toronto's Downtown Real Estate Industry. … (2 comments)
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decorator: 2 Hounds' Life Lesson of the Week #3 - 01/03/08 03:45 PM
With the new year just 3 days in I thought a timely quote would be in order. After all, are we not now reflecting on our past year with our 2008 business plan in mind?
"Don't let yesterday use up too much of today." - Will Rogers
While it is good to … (7 comments)
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decorator: REALTORS: Why You Need A Decorator Stager For Your Sellers...No You Don't Already Do What I Do. - 01/01/08 12:48 PM
REALTORS:
a very good example of why a PROFESSIONAL stager/decorator/color consultant is necessary to help your sellers select paint colors. No, you don't already do what we do...lets work together for a win/win/win (your commission/your clients best price/my reputation) situation in 2008!
to weed out the chaff from the wheat this is a … (8 comments)
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decorator: Color (Colour) Theory 101, some basics on TAUPES...a much needed review - 01/01/08 12:33 PM
OK. Seems some of us need a paint color 101 lesson. I just read Kelly Townsend's blog asking for some help with colour suggestions for dated tiles in a bathroom. After reading some comments I see there is a lack of knowledge of color theory.
So for those of us who … (17 comments)
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decorator: 2007 Galveston Harbor Parade of Lights-Boat Parade-TX - 12/01/07 06:33 PM
Galveston Island is set to have it's 11th annual Boat Parade Dec. 15, Saturday around 6pm. Boats from all over the Bay Area will be participating in this years events. The Parade will feature multi-million dollar yachts to vintage shrimp boats, decorated from stem to stern with glittering lights and twinkling … (0 comments)
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decorator: Photos with Santa-Kemah Boardwalk-TX - 12/01/07 06:20 PM
Are you're kids terrified of the annual Christmas photo with Santa? Here's your chance to try again for the perfect shot with Santa. Get a chance to meet the Mr. Klaus and have your're photo taken with him. The Kemah Boardwalk will have Santa photo opportunities everyday in December. For more information, call … (0 comments)
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decorator: Vacation Home Decor - Okanagan Chalets Condos Bungalows - 10/20/07 12:12 AM
The Okanagan always a popular vacation destination has become more in demand than ever. The past 10 years especially has seen accelerated non-stop development for permanent residences, second home and Vacation Home location.
The draw of World Class amenties and facilities enhance all the more, the appeal of spectacular natural scenery. Golf courses abound, complete with residential … (2 comments)
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decorator: FREE CLASS -Stage it...Sell it! - 10/14/07 05:14 PM
Are you unable to get buyers to look at your listings?
Then mark your calendar for this FREE class and lunch! Please be our guest. We will present techniques and concepts about staging both vacant and occupied homes. We will discuss How and Why staging will help to break down the current obstacles in the marketplace and … (0 comments)
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decorator: There's a New Stager on the Block... - 09/30/07 07:23 PM
I'm constantly looking at websites. There are always new stagers entering the market and I like to see what they offer, how well their site is laid out...how good their portfolio is...or if it is theirs at all. I also look at Interior Decorator and Interior Designers' websites as well...and I've … (15 comments)
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decorator: Some tips to remember when hiring a decorator... - 05/19/07 10:01 PM
I've recently written this article to submit to a website for publishing, and wanted to keep it short... Do you think it's too short? Let me know your thoughts, thanks!
Thinking of Hiring a Decorator? Here are some things to keep in mind when considering using professional decorating services:
I have found, in … (2 comments)
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decorator: Mother's Day is Sunday May 13th, 2007. This is a special gift your Mom would love! - 05/01/07 08:12 AM
Mother's Day is Sunday May 13, 2007
Our Moms love us no matter what we do and we love them with all of our heart too! Therefore, when we think of Mother's Day, we know they deserve the best. Unfortunately, Mom deserves a lot more than our wallets can handle. So, if … (0 comments)
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