by Julie Dana | Apr 15, 2019 | Decorating Tips
How to Refresh a Dining Room Redecorating a dated dining room the easy way. Sometimes, less is more when it comes to styling a formal traditional dining room. In this case, I removed the tablecloth and just used a simple sophisticated runner. The biggest change was...
by Julie Dana | Apr 14, 2019 | Decorating Tips
Are you lucky enough to have a guest room or guest suite? Learn tips on decorating a room for guests. The first tip is that the design of this room is not for you, The room is for guests. You might like vibrant colors or frilly bedding, but maybe that is not...
by Julie Dana | Apr 13, 2019 | Decorating Tips
The decorating process is the key to a stylish room. Sure, decorating is an art and a creative endeavor but the decorating process has a specific method. Using a systematic approach cuts down on mistakes, anxiety, and not loving the outcome. In this example, the color...
by Julie Dana | Mar 21, 2019 | Decorating Tips
Here is a no-fail, easy decorating tip for you. Let the art be your guide. Look at the art above your sofa. What are those colors? These are your inspiration. Use the colors of the art to pull color down to the sitting area level. You want to transfer color around the...
by Julie Dana | Mar 12, 2019 | Decorating Tips
mission style lamp on table I heart Mission Style Decorating. This style is also called Arts & Crafts. It is my personal favorite decorating form. I love the straight lines, honest construction, and skilled workmanship. I appreciate that the grain of the wood is...
by Julie Dana | Feb 22, 2019 | Decorating Tips, Paint & Color, Staging Tips
As a professional interior decorator, I get lots of great questions about home improvement. Not long ago someone I know asked me for advice on painting their kitchen cabinets. I know a lot of DIY (do-it-yourself) websites and many TV shows promote painting your...