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4 Ways to Introduce Fresh into your Current Decor

5/04/2010

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Hi, I'm Maria

I teach homeowners and designers how to choose timeless finishes and get colour right the first time—using my proven Killam Colour System®.

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I have received a few great questions recently like ‘How do you mix all the fresh new colours with the old?’ or here’s another one, ‘How do those of us that live in modest homes (e.g. circa 1990) freshen up a dated appearance without having the whole million-dollar makeover. . . ?

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If you’ve already subscribed, check out my interview at local blogger Carrie McCarthy’s ‘Style Statement’ Blog which she posted today:

Happy Tuesday my Lovelies!

 

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  1. traci zeller designs says:

    Great interview, Maria! Can't wait for the newsletter!

  2. youtube says:

    can't wait to see this months newsletter… always need fresh ideas

  3. VENICE. says:

    I’M VERY LIKE WITH YOUR ARTICLE.PLEASE SEE AND COMMENTS MY BLOG(gondolainvenice.blogspot.com).

  4. Between you, me and the Fencepost says:

    "…paint a room a color you adore, then add your favorite flowers." You make it sound so simple! Thank you for reaffirming that if I love a color, stay with it or, go with it, whichever applies . . . xo

  5. Anonymous says:

    Lilacs. ::: sigh :::

  6. Susan says:

    Very pretty flower arrangement. I've been pondering adding a hit purple somewhere in my home.
    Susan

  7. DesignTies says:

    This flower arrangement – with it's lovely purple flowers – is so fresh and spring-like!!

    It's taken me a few days to get over here (sorry!), but I wanted to thank you for dropping by and commenting on our yard transformation – I'm so looking forward to planting shrubs, flowers and shimmery grasses!!

    Be sure to drop by DesignTies because we're having a Mother's Day Giveaway!!
    Victoria

  8. Sara @ Russet Street Reno says:

    Another nice newsletter, thank you! My lilac is blooming and it is more beautiful than I hoped for. Can't wait to make my own arrangements!

Hi, I'm Maria

I teach homeowners and designers how to choose timeless finishes and get colour right the first time—using my proven Killam Colour System®.

eDesign

Timeless

Neutral Undertones

Colour Trends

Bathrooms

Kitchens

Decorating Advice

know what works
and why

Life’s too short to live in a home you don’t love, and it’s too expensive to start from scratch when you don’t have to.

 Let me help you make confident colour decisions for every project in your home.

About Maria

Maria Killam is the leading authority on practical colour for real homes. A decorator, stylist, and the creator of the revolutionary Killam Colour System® and the Understanding Undertones® Neutral Colour Wheel.

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