Dallas condo for sale...check out the slide show!

I staged the second level of a condo in Dallas last week on Holland Avenue. The condo has two bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms and an abundance of natural light.

The white walls and wood floors with distinctive grain pattern and black coloring inspired my choice of furnishings. I chose a crisp, white slipcovered sofa and matching chair for the living area. Then I brought in a shaggy wool area rug that has great texture but does not compete with the distinctive pattern of the wood floor. Accents of green and yellow are fresh colors for the season. Check out the lamps. They have a sculpted wooden look...so earthy yet contemporary with their oval shades (I want some for my house!).

The dining set is sleek and masculine with leather chairs that boast clean lines and nice detail with the round, covered buttons. I chose a standing floor mirror because the owner had just painted the condo and didn't want too many holes in the walls. The mirror reflects light and I like the thick, wide frame which again is contemporary and minimal in style.

For the kitchen, I chose a wood cook book stand, glass jars with dry beans and peas, white pottery and a vase of palm leaves; simple and textural.

And last but not least, the area close to the huge window turned out to be the perfect spot for a desk. Everyone needs an office these days, so it made sense to add the desk along with another earthy, sculptural lamp.

To tour the condo contact Jean Bryant with Keller Williams at 972-672-4399.

Okay, the best part is the slide show, so here it is...
http://www.realestateshows.com/402401Condo slide show

And the photos:






























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Steel Magnolia Gifts and Decor

Steel Magnolia is a gift and home decor store in Allen, TX.  The shop is currently located at 537 W. McDermott Dr., Allen.  In the about two months, it will move to Watters Creek at Bethany and Highway 75. The owners are Sherrie and Bob Blandin and they will provide you with the best customer service!

At Steel Magnolia you will find all kinds of gifts and treasures from rustic roosters to decorative crosses.  You can also purchase whole bean coffee by the pound (try the creme brulee, it's delicious!) and beautifully scented candles.  I borrowed several items from the shop for my class, Accessor-ease, How to arrange your accessories to complete the look of your room.  Here are some photos of a mantle display with a cottage theme...perfect for spring!  So, make a trip to Steel Magnolia, browse and purchase a gift or two and tell them that Holly sent you!

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Spring Brings Changes!

Hi Friend!

Some exciting changes are in the making! The first change is our newsletter. I will continue to make posts here, and you will continue to receive them, but you will also receive my new newsletter with articles written for you in mind.

I am also happy to announce a new seminar: Accessor-ease! Have you ever been frustrated with decorating your mantle, coffee table, sofa table, or any flat surface? If you answered yes, then this is the seminar for you! I will keep you updated on the dates and locations.

You can help me with future articles and get rewarded for doing so. Answer the following question and take 15% off any redesign service:


"What is your biggest decorating challenge?"


Call or email: 214-532-9677, Holly@ReinventingRooms.biz
Decorating tip: Welcome the birds and your guests with a bird bath! Place the bird bath (this one is from Southern Living at Home) on the porch near the front door. Add colorful aquarium rocks and glass marbles first, then add water, finish it off with white mums or daisies.




























































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Color Trends for Spring

Hooray! Spring is almost here and I am ready to start planting flowers and experimenting with new color combinations!

The trendy colors this season are fresh and fun. The colors remind me of Easter eggs: periwinkle, lime, orange, lilac, violet and yellow...bright, happy, sunny yellow!

Louise Smith, color and design manager for Dulux, says, "This is the year to go wild and express yourself. Since fewer people will be moving, the onus is on personalization and reinvention."
(excerpt taken from The Dallas Morning News)

Did you here that? This is the year for "Reinvention." A beautiful room does not have to be costly. A little paint and fabric with the rearrangement of some accessories can perk things up!

To view some beautiful colors, check out the photos from Better Homes and Gardens: http://www.bhg.com/decorating/color/basics/hot-summer-colors/?page=9

Organize Your Home with Closet Tailors

Can you believe that it is February? Well, the year is still young and ripe with possibilities for home improvements. Personally, I plan to keep a clutter free desk and I plan to keep only clothes and shoes in my closet...with just a little bit of inventory! I have inventory for my business stashed all over my house and some times it pops out of the cupboards and drawers! It has taken over my master closet and this year I plan to tame the inventory!

If you have stuff that you need to organize, give John a call. He owns Closet Tailors and specializes in creating custom organizational systems. I have worked with him on a few projects and I know that he listens well and privides great customer service.


Closet Tailors designs, sells, and installs custom cabinetry and organization systems for closets, garages, home offices, commercial offices, laundry rooms, pantries, craft rooms and more! Closet Tailors is locally owned and operated by John Scheschuk, who is involved with the customer throughout the process. Should you have any questions about the Closet Tailors offering or if you would like to request a complimentary in-home consultation, please visit the Closet Tailors website at (www.closettailors.com). Thank you for your time and consideration and remember, when you organize your spaces, your life will follow!

Best Regards,
John Scheschuk, Owner
Closet Tailors of Texas
1210 W. McDermott Drive, Suite 104
Allen, TX 75013
(972) 740-9944
(972) 767-4301 - fax
www.closettailors.com
jkscheschuk@closettailors.com
Closets / Garages / Home Offices / Laundry Rooms / Pantries / And More!

Wintry White Mantle Display

Creating a mantle display for winter is easy!

Follow this formula to create your own display by using the things you already own!

1. Place a trio of candles in the center of your mantle. Choose taper candles( try a group of 5 if you use these) or pillar candles. Any color candle will work as long as the candles coordinate with the other items on your mantle. Any type of candle holder is great, too. I had these glass candle holders in my master bedroom and chose these for for their cool, icy appearance.

2. Set a glass jar on one end. Add faux snow and a pine cone to it. Shop your home for any glass vessel. To add height to a short glass jar, place it on some hard bound books or a cake pedestal.
If you don't have a pine cone, any bit of nature will work. Consider a small twig, evergreen branch, some fall leaves or a poinsettia flower.

3. Bring in a small garden statue or other garden ornament. I like this angel statue, it's made of a light weight resin and it's very peaceful to look at!

4. Add garland to the front of your mantle. I wanted a fresh approach to the traditional evergreen pine garland, so I chose this eucalyptus garland. There are 2 stands draped together here and I found them at Hobby Lobby. However, if you have pine garlands, use them!

5. Add an element of surprise. Did you notice the white dove in the garland? I like to have fun when I decorate so I always try to incorporate a small, unexpected item, color or texture.

Have fun creating your wintry mantle display!

Holly

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The #1 Mistake Most Home Sellers Make (staging Allen, McKinney, Fairview, Lucas, Plano, Frisco)

According to HGTV, selling your home "as is" is the #1 mistake that most home sellers make.

Check out this clip that was posted on You Tube for more information.



Call me for your Real Estate Staging needs. I can help take the stress out of preparing your home for sale. I can stage your home so that it appeals to a broad range of buyers, while keeping in mind that you still need to live in it!

All the best,
Holly
214-532-9677
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