As we approach the wonderful holiday season of Christmas,  I love to begin planning my decorations for my home,  to begin day after Thanksgiving.   As stagers and redesigners  we use our talents for others, but for Christmas, I first do my own home.   It really gets the juices flowing.

In the past few days I have been thinking of people (on my yet to be written list)  that really don't "need" anything.   We all have relatives and friends like that.    So,  I am also thinking that offering my services to decorate those special people's homes would be a welcome gift for them.    Most everyone loves the glitter, lights, and warmth of a finely decorated tree and mantel to match.   And we all know,   it is all the better when you have the designer eye for decor.     

I think I will do it;  yes;  change that beloved aunt's home into the Christmas wonderland she will love!   I know we are all busy,  but maybe we can squeeze in one more tree,   and create some magic for the season for that special someone.    And an early "Happy Holidays" to everyone!

 

 
Posted by Connie King on 11/03/2007 09:36 PM   Comments (11)   christmas, staging, redesign, gifts, holiday  
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NOV
03
2007

Connie,

I did just that very thing for my parents one year and they were just like kids when they saw the results. It was a terrific Christmas.

There's more! 

You have just come up with a great marketing idea to real estate offices. Ask the the broker to schedule a staging presentation and gift the winning business card with a free holiday staging using their personal items. It could be inside or outside, Thanksgiving, Christmas or even Hannukah.  Although it is a bit different than offering a free staging for an Occupied Home Consultation the result is the same. You have a grateful agent, (they will all want to see the results), yet another staging presentation done (business savvy) and a probable new service you can offer during a sometimes slow season. If the winner is a big community supporter, he/she might prefer using your gift for a service club or organization i.e. Boys/Girls Club, YMCA, Battered Families Shelter etc. Not only is it a great community support effort, it can be written about in the local papers which is free advertising for the Realty office, winning agent and you as well.

Of course all the decorations would be provided to you with no money out of pocket. This idea could be brought up during your presentation and everyone will win. This could trun into an annual thing. Hooray for your idea!

I think I'll incorporate it into my next presentation.
10:33pm • #1
NOV
04
2007
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Connie - Several friends and I did this for a Habitat for Humanity family in Austin a couple of Christmas's ago.  They were THRILLED and we had a BLAST!  It was probably one of the most fun holiday decorating endeavors I've been involved with.

Jackie
1:10am • #2
Connie,  My services also include holiday and event decorating.  I didn't notice that service on your web site.  Why not include it as one of your services since you seem to enjoy it so much.  It's one of my favorite things to do.
Good Luck.
6:14am • #3

Nonnie:   Thank you so much for the suggestions.    I am going to work on a marketing plan as you mentioned.    I am already thinking...

Jackie:   That is also an awesome idea,  what more deserving family could there be!   Thanks for sharing that.

Shannon:   Thanks for your comment.   I actually do have event staging and holiday decorating listed under "Other Services" at the bottom of the "Services" page.    I guess it doesn't stand out very much; might require some tweaking.    :)
7:46am • #4
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Hi Connie,
GREAT idea! How thrilled family and friends would be at the thought of having a wonderfully decorated tree or room! 
9:58am • #5
Teresa:   I do think some people are overwhelmed with decorating, gift buying,  and sometimes stress we associate with the holidays.   I know I have some family that will be thrilled with my offer.
2:47pm • #6
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Connie, If you need a getaway you can come decorate my home! We can trade out room and board for decor! My girlfriend was over here earlier and we were discussing how we wanted to go ahead and decorate inside! I don't think I am ready for the tree but might start on a few other things. Any good ideas?? 
6:59pm • #7
NOV
05
2007

Hey,  Lizette.   I have lots of ideas... I will get my thoughts together and email you.   I have some questions about what you already have in terms of decorations.   Hug that little angel of yours for me!

 
6:46pm • #8
NOV
06
2007
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Connie,
What a special gift that truly comes form the heart. I'm sure your recipients will really appreciate it.
3:58pm • #9
What a fantastic post and idea.  Thanks for getting us started and make sure you don't get burned out and dislike your own holidays because you've decorated so many other homes!  Have fun.
4:36pm • #10
NOV
07
2007

Anthea:      I know I personally appreciate something so personal as opposed to a last minute purchase picked up just to complete somebody's list.   

Cindy:   I hear you,  it could become overload,  but I won't "volunteer" too much. 

5:54am • #11


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